Back blade 28 XL

[SoxAndFloyd]

Hi all. I just purchased a new 28XL with FEL and backhoe...waiting for delivery this week. Regarding the 3 point hitch back blade Mahindra makes, they offer a 5, 6 and 7 foot blade. On the XL with hydro, which one is best for general landscape grading in the summer and snow plowing in the winter? I realize the best answer might be two different sizes, but I'm only going to buy one. Thanks for any info.

 

[oldpilgrim]

I have a 6 footer on my 3016. It could easily handle a 7 footer but I have no need.

My main concern was to get one that was at least the same width of my tractor with the blade angled.

 

[mike69440]

Hi all. I just purchased a new 28XL with FEL and backhoe...waiting for delivery this week. Regarding the 3 point hitch back blade Mahindra makes, they offer a 5, 6 and 7 foot blade. On the XL with hydro, which one is best for general landscape grading in the summer and snow plowing in the winter? I realize the best answer might be two different sizes, but I'm only going to buy one. Thanks for any info.

I have a new Max28XL Shuttle. HP wise the shuttle is strong but the tractor needs weight. As currently set up right now it weighs 2,650 Lbs, but I need to ballast it it to 3,200lbs for traction and stability on uneven terrain. Rear is light.

At 3,200 lbs (weight without attachment) a 6' blade will be fine, so as a minimum, load tires with beet juice. and keep loader on tractor. Otherwise get 5' blade.if you are going to keep tractor light for mowing.

 

[s219]

Measure the width of the rear tires, and multiply by 1.15 to figure out the width blade needed that will still cover your tracks when angled. Get a blade that width or a little wider (but don't go too wide -- other wise it will be like a rudder and steer your tractor when trying to move snow).

I am pretty sure a 5' will be the right size for your Max 28 based on my neighbor's Max 28, but I have seen them equipped with different size tires, so I'd suggest waiting to see what comes on yours and get an actual measurement.