NHbotanut
Gold Member
I have a job coming up that I have to cross a small stream. I need to build a bridge so I can get across it and do the work.
The stream is 6' wide. I am planning on digging into both banks, dropping in some concrete blocks and then using 3 railroad ties ( 8 feet long ) as my beams. I plan to put 2 x 10 planks across the ties and nail everything down. Total width of the planks will be 60". My tire width is 47"
I'm guessing my tractor weighs about 3,200-3,300 pounds, taking into account the backhoe, loaded tires and 60" 4in1 bucket. The bridge will only be 6-12 inches above the water. I will build a low ramp to approach the bridge.
I will post some pics when I get back out there tomorrow.
The stream is 6' wide. I am planning on digging into both banks, dropping in some concrete blocks and then using 3 railroad ties ( 8 feet long ) as my beams. I plan to put 2 x 10 planks across the ties and nail everything down. Total width of the planks will be 60". My tire width is 47"
I'm guessing my tractor weighs about 3,200-3,300 pounds, taking into account the backhoe, loaded tires and 60" 4in1 bucket. The bridge will only be 6-12 inches above the water. I will build a low ramp to approach the bridge.
I will post some pics when I get back out there tomorrow.