Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds

TS1686-UN-27SEP06

Before transporting a towed implement, determine from signs on the implement or information provided in the implement's operator manual the maximum transport speed. Never transport at speeds that exceed the implement's maximum transport speed. Exceeding the implement's maximum transport speed can result in:

• Loss of control of the tractor/implement combination
• Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
• Implement tire failure
• Damage to the implement structure or its components

Implements without brakes:

• Do not transport at speeds greater than 32 km/h (20 mph).
• Must weigh less than 1.5 times the tractor weight and less than 1.5 t (3300 lb) when fully loaded.

Implements with brakes:

• If the manufacturer does not specify a maximum transport speed, do not tow at speeds greater than 40 km/h (25 mph).
• When transporting at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph) the fully loaded implement must weigh less than 4.5 times the tractor weight.
• When transporting at speeds between 40—50 km/h (25—31 mph) the fully loaded implement must weigh less than 3.0 times the tractor weight.