radman1
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- Joined
- Jul 8, 2006
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- Tractor
- JD 4520, Toolcat 5610, Bobcat S300, Case-IH 125 Pro, Case-IH 245, IH 1086, IH 806
Does MFWD replace HP? I would say the answer is usually no. People are confusing weight with MFWD and HP.
Maybe the question should be "Does MFWD replace weight?" Then the answer is probably yes in most cases. I have a 130 hp, rear duals, IH 1086 and 2008 Case IH 125 (125hp) MFWD. The 1086 wieghs about 1000 lbs more than the 125. Pulling the same 21' disc, the 125 does a better job. The MFWD results in less slippage because the weight is better balanced over the tires. The newer 125 also has the advantage of auto locking the front and rear differentials and this makes pulling heavy loads very noticeable.
Maybe the question should be "Does MFWD replace weight?" Then the answer is probably yes in most cases. I have a 130 hp, rear duals, IH 1086 and 2008 Case IH 125 (125hp) MFWD. The 1086 wieghs about 1000 lbs more than the 125. Pulling the same 21' disc, the 125 does a better job. The MFWD results in less slippage because the weight is better balanced over the tires. The newer 125 also has the advantage of auto locking the front and rear differentials and this makes pulling heavy loads very noticeable.