Premade 3 point ballast customization

[HawkinsHollow]

So I saw this ballast on Craigslist.


The seller says it is 600 pounds. My tractor probably need 1000-1200 pounds back there. What do ya'll think about encasing this ballast in concrete to get it up to 1100 or so pounds? Could I make it thick enough to not crack and break apart?

 

[Shaneard]

You could always weld some pieces to it on the back for your concrete to be supported by and give it a good anchor point.

 

[dfkrug]

What I did once to add weight is go to the local metal recycler and buy lead ingots. Not expensive, very dense, easy to bolt on and handle.

 

[HawkinsHollow]

What I did once to add weight is go to the local metal recycler and buy lead ingots. Not expensive, very dense, easy to bolt on and handle.

Hmmm, interesting! I might try that.

The guy is asking $175 for the ballast, I think I could get him down to $150. I like the compactness and how the weight is carried low.