Towing Loads

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury from losing control while towing a load. Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes.

Never operate with transmission in neutral position or with clutch disengaged.

Never exceed the implement' maximum transport speed. Before transporting a towed implement, refer to implement operator's manual and implement decals to determine maximum transport speed. Use implement code in the implement operator's manual to determine minimum number of front weights required.

Failure to adhere to implement' maximum transport speed or to have correct ballast can result in:

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

Drive slowly enough to maintain safe control. Be alert for skids. Shift to a lower gear for hillsides, rough ground, and sharp turns, especially when transporting heavy equipment.

Machine must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate braking power for towed load. Add ballast to the machine or lighten implement load.

Guidelines for Towing Equipment without Brakes:

• Do not transport at speeds greater than 32 km/h (20 mph).
• Must weigh less than 1.5 times the ballasted machine weight.

Guidelines for Towing Equipment with Brakes:

• If the implement manufacturer does not specify a maximum transport speed, avoid transport at speeds above 40 km/h (24.8 mph).
• When transporting at speeds up to 40 km/h (24.8 mph) the fully loaded implement must weigh less than 4.5 times machine weight.