Bob..... if he backs the BX23 into the box and turns the hoe sideways, the weight will be forward and over the rear wheels. The loader, even though it takes up a lot of space, isn't very heavy. Tractor, loader, and hoe only weigh about 2550 pounds. Securing it so it doesn't move in the box is another problem that he will have to resolve. If it were me, I would pay the dealer to deliver it, but to some, bringing it home is part of the trophy...