Not trying to be that person and I'm not truck driver but I did a lot of homework when I purchased my trailer but if you were to be pulled over by DOT you would be in for a lot of tickets. Your binders need to be tied so they can not open. All of your appendages need to be secured(the bush hog and the bucket) The bucket needs to be flat or rolled to the point that it is face down and stable then tied down. In all honesty unless you are only hauling the tractor you definitely need a 20ft trailer to haul the tractor and bush hog and another attachments and to have the bucket in the proper position to be secured. I used ratcheting binders but from what I have seen and learned you need to have a pipe to tighten your style binder to the proper tension. If your tractor tires aren't squatting you are not tight enough. You need to be in the spring preload so nothing comes unattached. Hope this helps some of you out there.
Putting your bucket flat and against the front cross bar will help prevent the tractor from moving forward in case of hard braking or an accident. My motto is, anchor it so if you're in an accident the tractor will stay on the trailer even if it flips over
Junior, agreed. With the bucket against the front rail and chain bound forward the front of the machine is secure. Then 2 chains from the back of tractor to back corners of trailer. Then, like you say, add chains till you can invert the trailer and shake it without losing connection.
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I completely agree about the perfect size. I have a M6800 w/ loader but too large for cleaning the woods and a BX without the loader. I wasn't sure if I wanted the B2601 or the L series. I chose the B2601 and I'm glad I did. After mowing the yard it was the perfect size to fit under trees, the L would've been too tall. If it wouldn't fit under trees in the yard it certainly wouldn't fit in unkept woods. The 2601 has enough power and lifting ability to do what I want with a grapple bucket. I'm very pleased.
I have a 14k 22ft trailer for my Kubota 3130 with a loader. You are correct about having more trailer than you need. I've had several over the years and pushing the limit is no fun. I also run a weight distribution hitch with dual sway control. It makes it feel like one unit, no shoving the rear of the truck around.
Thanks for the tip on the excess strap. I looked up a few other videos on how to do this. I did end up going with a 20 ft. (18+2) trailer though (with the same tractor), as I just didn't want that back wheel hanging off the rear edge when hauling both the loader and the brush hog. I figure, this will also leave a little extra room if I ever tuck the box scraper up under the front loader of necessary. Keep up the good work on the videos!
Each corner needs its own tie down. You can use one long chain for two corners but it needs to act as 2 chains with a binder pulling each side. And those binders are illegal in my state.
Thanks Adam, this video was very helpful. I about laughed my fanny off when you dropped the front strap and your boxer dog just caught the strap in its mouth. Nice looking boxer. Enjoyed a full-watch. Have a fine week. 👍🏽🙂
Two chains or straps on the back from two separate places, the biggest load is going to come from a frontal impact or a lost trailer. I personally would prefer to see my tractor still attached to my trailer even if it’s up side down in the ditch.
Hello Adam Thanks for the video. A trailer for our B2601 is in our future. Great idea about the strap tails. Best of luck with the channel, Ben from Nova Scotia
On the subject of too much Trailer is right you always want a heavier duty trailer. I had a tandem axle 7000lbs lost a hub with a load of sakrete and lost control hit the concrete median spun around looking backwards could have killed myself or someone else but it happened at 4:00am no one on interstate
Thanks for posting this. I’ve got the same tractor coming soon and have been back and forth on what size trailer to get between 16-20’. I’ll have a backhoe and your trailer setup looks just about perfect for what I’ll need.
The way you change that down in the back is against the law in most States you have to have two separate chains one for each side .strap you used in the front you turn the hook upside down if it gets loose the hook is going to fall out you don't turn the hook that way you turn it down if you get a little slack the hook will still stay in there not drop down and out in Most states every Implement you have on the tractor has to be boomed down booming just tractor will get you a ticket
Down pressure. Ideally you’d tie all 4 corners but I don’t have much to hook to on the back so the clevis is my solution. Crossing the chain should help stabilize it if concerned. I’ve hauled it this way about 20 times on a pot hole filled rough gravel road and it hasn’t moved yet, so it works for me.
This is odd, you have a 20' tandem for a subcompact with a bushog, it fills the trainer with the bucket. I have a 7x16 I load a 1394 case tractor on and.
My case is 5,000lb, 84"wide by 14' long. They've seem to make all these subcompact equipment just a heavy and as long but under powered. I swear, the smaller things nowadays need the biggest help while the large and heavy need so.ething smaller??????..
Hey Mark. Sorry for delayed response. Actually that trailer is only 18’. 16 + 2’ beaver tail so deck size is about the same as yours. I’m about to upgrade to a 19’6” tilt deck that will fit even better with the bush hog on. Looking forward to the extra couple feet.
It handles it well. The tractor and implements are only about 3,000 lbs and the little Ford Ecoboost tows with no problem. A trailer brake is obviously a must, especially on a 1/2 ton truck.
It might look that way in the video because I'm parked in a dip, but it's not a problem. My rule is normally to look for a 2" squat at the hitch when the tractor is loaded. I can adjust forward or back to hit the sweet spot. Not sure how much weight 2" equates to in an F150 but it trailers great right there. You should see when I have 3 tons of rock in my dump trailer... No question I'm pushing the limits of a1/2 ton on those days!
Not trying to be that person and I'm not truck driver but I did a lot of homework when I purchased my trailer but if you were to be pulled over by DOT you would be in for a lot of tickets. Your binders need to be tied so they can not open. All of your appendages need to be secured(the bush hog and the bucket) The bucket needs to be flat or rolled to the point that it is face down and stable then tied down. In all honesty unless you are only hauling the tractor you definitely need a 20ft trailer to haul the tractor and bush hog and another attachments and to have the bucket in the proper position to be secured. I used ratcheting binders but from what I have seen and learned you need to have a pipe to tighten your style binder to the proper tension. If your tractor tires aren't squatting you are not tight enough. You need to be in the spring preload so nothing comes unattached. Hope this helps some of you out there.
Nice demo. Loved the strap knot -- will try that.
Putting your bucket flat and against the front cross bar will help prevent the tractor from moving forward in case of hard braking or an accident. My motto is, anchor it so if you're in an accident the tractor will stay on the trailer even if it flips over
Junior, agreed. With the bucket against the front rail and chain bound forward the front of the machine is secure. Then 2 chains from the back of tractor to back corners of trailer. Then, like you say, add chains till you can invert the trailer and shake it without losing connection.
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I completely agree about the perfect size. I have a M6800 w/ loader but too large for cleaning the woods and a BX without the loader. I wasn't sure if I wanted the B2601 or the L series. I chose the B2601 and I'm glad I did. After mowing the yard it was the perfect size to fit under trees, the L would've been too tall. If it wouldn't fit under trees in the yard it certainly wouldn't fit in unkept woods. The 2601 has enough power and lifting ability to do what I want with a grapple bucket. I'm very pleased.
I have a 14k 22ft trailer for my Kubota 3130 with a loader. You are correct about having more trailer than you need. I've had several over the years and pushing the limit is no fun. I also run a weight distribution hitch with dual sway control. It makes it feel like one unit, no shoving the rear of the truck around.
Thanks for posting this. I need one for moving our compact Massey and UTV.
Good video. The only thing I would recommend is a tiedown bar for your snap ratchets. It’ll just save your hands in your back the extra work.
Yeah I'm getting ready to haul a trailer with a Kubota lawn it from villisca Iowa to pleasantville Iowa so thank you for your video
Thanks for the tip on the excess strap. I looked up a few other videos on how to do this. I did end up going with a 20 ft. (18+2) trailer though (with the same tractor), as I just didn't want that back wheel hanging off the rear edge when hauling both the loader and the brush hog. I figure, this will also leave a little extra room if I ever tuck the box scraper up under the front loader of necessary. Keep up the good work on the videos!
Great info on the font straps !! I'll add d-rings to the frame too. Thanks !!
Very helpful as I am about to pick up a 16' trailer with an L2600DT and brush hog. Thanks for sharing your experience, I learned helpful tips.
Great video, that smooooth transition where you get off the tractor and picked up the cam and walked was some good video editing yo!
Each corner needs its own tie down. You can use one long chain for two corners but it needs to act as 2 chains with a binder pulling each side. And those binders are illegal in my state.
Out of curiosity what state are you in that those binders are illegal?
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Thanks Adam, this video was very helpful. I about laughed my fanny off when you dropped the front strap and your boxer dog just caught the strap in its mouth. Nice looking boxer. Enjoyed a full-watch. Have a fine week. 👍🏽🙂
Thank you for the Tip!!!
Great idea with the long tie down
Two chains or straps on the back from two separate places, the biggest load is going to come from a frontal impact or a lost trailer. I personally would prefer to see my tractor still attached to my trailer even if it’s up side down in the ditch.
Hello Adam
Thanks for the video. A trailer for our B2601 is in our future. Great idea about the strap tails.
Best of luck with the channel,
Ben from Nova Scotia
Thank you so much. This was helpful!!
Good way to anchor it down!
Great video!
Love it , thanks. I'm adopting your methods
They'll put you Out Of Service if you get caught rolling like that. Also, hook chain to the trailer, not the binder.
I have the same tractor, and it sounds like you and I are building similar channels. Look forward to following your progress. Good luck!
Thanks. Back at ya!
Thank you Sir!
In Connecticut you would need 6 binders to legally tie down that 🚜. Just saying.
CT sucks
Hahaha, yes! Love me some ct sucks comments because I live here and I agree!
Connecticut does suck. I have a video of me bringing my Kenworth through Connecticut 84 East bound exit 2 DOT Station. Those guys are hard asses.
On the subject of too much Trailer is right you always want a heavier duty trailer. I had a tandem axle 7000lbs lost a hub with a load of sakrete and lost control hit the concrete median spun around looking backwards could have killed myself or someone else but it happened at 4:00am no one on interstate
Nicely done. Good luck with your channel.
Thanks for posting this. I’ve got the same tractor coming soon and have been back and forth on what size trailer to get between 16-20’. I’ll have a backhoe and your trailer setup looks just about perfect for what I’ll need.
Good video, thanks for sharing.
The way you change that down in the back is against the law in most States you have to have two separate chains one for each side .strap you used in the front you turn the hook upside down if it gets loose the hook is going to fall out you don't turn the hook that way you turn it down if you get a little slack the hook will still stay in there not drop down and out in Most states every Implement you have on the tractor has to be boomed down booming just tractor will get you a ticket
Don’t you need a CDL for towing any trailers 10k and over?
In Connecticut we need four points on the tractor one on the bucket and one on the mower. That’s six binders total for a compact tractor.
Most states require chains ar 4 points and one on the bucket and one on the mower
Nice, thanks .
Great video Good luck on RUclips channel. Where you from
Thanks Nathan! Central Iowa. Near Des Moines.
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The Clevis on the back is a terrible idea. What keeps the tractor from sliding side to side in the back?
Down pressure. Ideally you’d tie all 4 corners but I don’t have much to hook to on the back so the clevis is my solution. Crossing the chain should help stabilize it if concerned. I’ve hauled it this way about 20 times on a pot hole filled rough gravel road and it hasn’t moved yet, so it works for me.
How wide is that trailer?
How much weight can that trailer hold?
That one was a 14k
This is odd, you have a 20' tandem for a subcompact with a bushog, it fills the trainer with the bucket. I have a 7x16 I load a 1394 case tractor on and.
My case is 5,000lb, 84"wide by 14' long. They've seem to make all these subcompact equipment just a heavy and as long but under powered. I swear, the smaller things nowadays need the biggest help while the large and heavy need so.ething smaller??????..
Hey Mark. Sorry for delayed response. Actually that trailer is only 18’. 16 + 2’ beaver tail so deck size is about the same as yours. I’m about to upgrade to a 19’6” tilt deck that will fit even better with the bush hog on. Looking forward to the extra couple feet.
How much weight are you pulling? With trailer and tractor?
Not sure but I’d guess around 5500.
Is that a 1/2 ton Ford or 3/4??
1/2 ton. 3/4 would be nice but it handles it ok.
How does your truck handle it?
It handles it well. The tractor and implements are only about 3,000 lbs and the little Ford Ecoboost tows with no problem. A trailer brake is obviously a must, especially on a 1/2 ton truck.
5.0 or 3.5 on the F150? How's it tow the whole setup? I have a 5.0 and am hunting a trailer to tow my CT2040 with 60" Brush cutter and FEL.
I have the 3.5 and it tows it no problem.
If you get in an accident and the back of the tractor slides, the front straps are going to snap!
Nah. If a 2500 lbs tractor snaps 20,000 lbs worth of straps, on the front, we have way bigger problems to worry about.
My dog ate my homework. Sound familiar?
Just wondering what your tongue weight is ? looks like too much not sure.
It might look that way in the video because I'm parked in a dip, but it's not a problem. My rule is normally to look for a 2" squat at the hitch when the tractor is loaded. I can adjust forward or back to hit the sweet spot. Not sure how much weight 2" equates to in an F150 but it trailers great right there. You should see when I have 3 tons of rock in my dump trailer... No question I'm pushing the limits of a1/2 ton on those days!
Love the compact tractors, i have a mahindra myself. Follow me along over on my channel K6 Outdoors!