Tire chains

[Green Acres Homestead]

If your tractor can accommodate chains, it's probably the best first choice.....they are fairly easy to install and remove, offer great traction, loud when driving with possible frame slap, and become cost effective given the length of time used over a period of years.....

that being said, my M-59's fender clearance would not allow for chains without causing damage to the body or frame.....studs are cheaper, amazingly effective, quiet on roads with little damage to surfaces driven on.... I placed 3 studs per lug on R-4s.... you will lose some with wheel spin through the winter..... there hasn't been a downside in my opinion

Good luck with your choice.....

Thanks everybody. The kubota dealer in Sydney, N.S. though I could flip the dish if I require the space. I have about 2 inches of clearance between my tire and the frame which is where the back wiring for the lights are attached so I think I would have to flip the dish. The problem with flipping the dish is my blower is 72 inches and I believe it would make my tires stick out past that. You would think the engineers would design everything to match up with enough space for chains because it is a common place to have chains on a tractor. Since my blower is only 72 inches, flipping my wheels wider is not and option so I will have to settle for studs. Thanks again for your info.