Loader A gentle reminder that tractors are not dozers

[Langanobob]

Even the little Massey GCs are a full frame tractor. Funny, only other time I saw a tractor snapped in half was a frameless Deere

I have a 2018 Massey Ferguson GC1720 and it's a hard worker. I use the heck out of it and has never skipped a beat.

 

[CliffordK]

Some have figured it's photo'd where it happened, but maybe not exactly when it happened.

The first photo was likely taken at the scene within a day of the accident, where the accident occurred. Notice the crisp tread marks going under the tractor, and the bucket in the ground, and the mailbox indicating likely a driveway.

Other photos were likely done after the tractor was moved, and could be several days later. Note grass around the tractor, and bucket no longer stuck in the ground.

 

[woodsguy]

Just can't believe there was enough traction on snow to do this. No chains? My tractor starts spinning its Ag tires on dry ground when I dig into a solid bank or ground. Or I blow a hydraulic hose. But the tractor breaking in half? Call me skeptical.

 

[woodsguy]

Digging a small pond

 

[WinterDeere]

Just can't believe there was enough traction on snow to do this. No chains? My tractor starts spinning its Ag tires on dry ground when I dig into a solid bank or ground. Or I blow a hydraulic hose. But the tractor breaking in half? Call me skeptical.

I suspect a pretty good running start was involved.

 

[mapper]

That's why a sub-frame will make a huge difference!

I noticed that as well, the sub frame transfers the load to the rear axle, not the transmission housing.