tractchores
Veteran Member
I was wondering if anyone ever estimated the pulling force of their tractor. I'm trying to size some rope / chain / cable for pulling trees (i.e. putting pressure on them as they are cut to get them to fall in the right direction). I have 5/16" chain now, which is labelled as having a working load of 4,700 lbs. I pulled on a tree on a level surface with great traction (paved and I have loaded turf tires) and spun all 4 wheels without breaking or stretching the chain. The shock load of going forward and being stopped by the chain also did not effect the chain. I"m not sure if my chain has a max load of 4700 lbs or something greater.
I'd like to get a chain / cable / rope that is far greater than the pulling strength of the tractor so that I cannot break it and create a dangerous situation. Anyone have any ideas what the largest pulling force a tractor of this size can apply is?
I'd like to get a chain / cable / rope that is far greater than the pulling strength of the tractor so that I cannot break it and create a dangerous situation. Anyone have any ideas what the largest pulling force a tractor of this size can apply is?