New operator question (3 point hitch)

[geosnooker2000]

I am going to accumulate a few implements in the next couple of weeks and I have a hauling and unloading question. I have one of those standard 5X8 mesh floor trailers with the fold-up ramp on the back ( like this https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...8-ft-open-mesh-floor-utility-trailer-1090202? crmid=7662966485&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_campaign=tsc0_tth_tsc_cat_search_sch_us_cvr&utm_content=sku_na&adtype=pla&campaignid=22258948704&device=c&product_channel=local&product_id=1090202&store_code=1531&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22269434356&gbraid=0AAAAADnTm20qBW6baXqCCMFx9zNEJAoIo&gclid=Cj0KCQiAk6rNBhCxARIsAN5mQLsVYoJEUEIIuc0OQJno1DGpmbHamoVPwbGW4QsdiGLtPt7bU3h-S4QaAuBxEALw_wcB. ) I have done a little research and found that a 6' bushhog weighs about 1000lbs. If I get the guy I'm buying it from to load it from the side, is my 3 point hitch on my 1968 Ford 4000 going to be able to reach high enough to hook up and lift it up and off the trailer?

 

[Highlandr]

No.

 

[geosnooker2000]

Crap.

 

[GreyhawkUSA30340]

Plus a 6 foot bushhog is not going to fit on a 5' wide trailer....?

 

[SDT]

I am going to accumulate a few implements in the next couple of weeks and I have a hauling and unloading question. I have one of those standard 5X8 mesh floor trailers with the fold-up ramp on the back ( like this https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/p...8-ft-open-mesh-floor-utility-trailer-1090202? crmid=7662966485&utm_source=google&utm_medium=pmax&utm_campaign=tsc0_tth_tsc_cat_search_sch_us_cvr&utm_content=sku_na&adtype=pla&campaignid=22258948704&device=c&product_channel=local&product_id=1090202&store_code=1531&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22269434356&gbraid=0AAAAADnTm20qBW6baXqCCMFx9zNEJAoIo&gclid=Cj0KCQiAk6rNBhCxARIsAN5mQLsVYoJEUEIIuc0OQJno1DGpmbHamoVPwbGW4QsdiGLtPt7bU3h-S4QaAuBxEALw_wcB. ) I have done a little research and found that a 6' bushhog weighs about 1000lbs. If I get the guy I'm buying it from to load it from the side, is my 3 point hitch on my 1968 Ford 4000 going to be able to reach high enough to hook up and lift it up and off the trailer?

It will with a good boom pole.

 

[RayIN]

It will with a good boom pole.

He must have a large tractor to pick up 600-800# 6' behind the rear axle with a 3-pt boom, which must also be very heavy built.

 

[Xfaxman]

If I get the guy I'm buying it from to load it from the side, is my 3 point hitch on my 1968 Ford 4000 going to be able to reach high enough to hook up and lift it up and off the trailer?

Back the trailer wheels into a low spot or a small ditch. Or unhook and raise the front of the trailer.

 

[SDT]

He must have a large tractor to pick up 600-800# 6' behind the rear axle with a 3-pt boom, which must also be very heavy built.

A properly functioning 68 Ford 4000 will easily pick up an 800 pound weight with a good boom pole. Note, "good."

 

[geosnooker2000]

Duly noted. "GOOD" boom pole...
Right now I'm hunting a good 16' trailer with no side rails (like a car hauler) to buy and transport implements. I found a 4 row planter for sale, for instance. It's too big for anything other than a car hauler-type trailer, and I have no idea how much it weighs.

 

[geosnooker2000]

Plus a 6 foot bushhog is not going to fit on a 5' wide trailer....?

I assumed it would just sit on top of the side rails. I have abandoned that idea, though. Looking for a good 16' trailer with no side rails.

 

[ruffdog]

I assumed it would just sit on top of the side rails. I have abandoned that idea, though. Looking for a good 16' trailer with no side rails.

Do you have any trees you can put a come-a-long over a limb? You just have to lift the front of the mower and drive the trailer out from under it. Just be sure the rear tire has something to roll on.

 

[RayIN]

I have no idea what it costs to rent a Uhaul Toy Hauler trailer near you, but that's another option.
Do as ruffdog said and use a large tree limb to lift the mower for unloading.

 

[jyoutz]

I have no idea what it costs to rent a Uhaul Toy Hauler trailer near you, but that's another option.
Do as ruffdog said and use a large tree limb to lift the mower for unloading.

And use a chainfall to lower the lifted cutter to the ground.

 

[kneedeep]

A boom pole is cheap at TSC,
But you might not have enough tractor for a 4 r planter.
2 row would fit better on tractor.

 

[geosnooker2000]

A 4000 is supposed to be 62HP according to TractorData. This won't be a no-till situation until next year.

 

[SDT]

A 4000 is supposed to be 62HP according to TractorData. This won't be a no-till situation until next year.

That's engine HP.

About 50 on the PTO.

About 40 on the drawbar.

 

[RayIN]

A properly functioning 68 Ford 4000 will easily pick up an 800 pound weight with a good boom pole. Note, "good."

If my math is right, lifting 800# with a 6' boom attached to 3' lift arms results in a leverage of 7200# off the front axle, which weighs approx.2500-3000# without a FEL or front weights.

 

[SDT]

If my math is right, lifting 800# with a 6' boom attached to 3' lift arms results in a leverage of 7200# off the front axle, which weighs approx.2500-3000# without a FEL or front weights.

Might not want to use the long hook.

I've lifted old (heavy), 5' rotary cutter with boom pole on 8N many times without incident.

 

[geosnooker2000]

I think I'm gonna find a tree branch to drive under and wench it up and drive out from under it and then lower it down. The problem will be finding a branch in the right position. Thanks for all the ideas!

 

[GrandpaSmurf825]

52 PTO Horsepower and 47 at the drawbar unless it's pre 1968 model and then it's roughly 5 HP less. It will handle a 4 row planter fine.

TractorData.com Ford 4000 tractor information

www.tractordata.com

As for unloading the brush cutter if you use a tree limb don't stand under it. The 3 pt does have a 3200 lb rating at the arm tips so that's pretty respectable. A boom pole could be a good investment. Most have an attachment point about midway on the boom with a much higher lifting capacity. Good luck!