Ballast Front End for Transport

CAUTION: Additional front ballast needed for transporting rear-mounted implements. When implement is raised, drive slowly over a rough ground, regardless of how much ballast is used.

CAUTION: Weights are heavy. Use a proper lifting equipment. Approximate weight of starter weight (C) is: 49 kg (109 lb). Approximate weight of Quik-Tatch™ Weights (D) are 45 kg (99 lb).

ItemMeasurementSpecification
Starter Weight (Ballast)Weight50 kg (110 lb) Each
QUIK-TATCH™ Weight (Ballast)Weight45 kg (99 lb) Each

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A - Ballast Center

B - Ballast Retaining Bolts

C - Starter Weight

D - Quik-Tatch Weights


Installing Quik-Tatch™ Weights: QUIK-TATCH™ weights can be installed on the front of the tractor.

One starter weight and up to eight Quik-Tatch™ weights can be installed.

  1. Install weights in pairs, one on each side of center (A).

  2. To hold weights in place, run retaining bolts (B) through holes from side-to-side. Tighten to specification.

    ItemMeasurementSpecification
    Ballast Weights Retaining BoltsTorque230 N·m (170 lb·ft)
    Starter Weight BoltsTorque385 N·m (284 lb·ft)


QUIK-TATCH is a trademark of Deere & Company

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