Snow Bogging down pushing snow

[Kedor]

I have a L3130 HST and during winter conditions, -15 to -35 C , the tractor seems to bog down when pushing a small amount of snow with a back blade. Even after good and warm I have to take it slow to keep moving. I normally have it in M range and only go to low and 4x4 for pushing a round bale. I am assuming the dealer put the correct hydraulic fluid in last service. Any thoughts ?

 

[keyman1808]

Does it slow down or does the engine bog down??

 

[nybirdman]

I had a L3130 with a six foot sub-frame mounted plow and a six rear blade.You should be plowing in LOW RANGE,I could push three feet of snow no problem,low range and let OFF the HST pedal.Keep the revs up also.

 

[s78wingrider]

Got additive in fuel for cold?

 

[JoeL4330]

R U at 2450 rpms?

 

[bp fick]

Agree. Low range and 2000+ rpm.

 

[Kedor]

Hello all, thanks for your thoughts. Yes I have fuel additive, usually RPM's are between 1500 and 2000, I will use L range, and the engine has stalled out if I don't let off the Go pedal quick enough. How did you find the 2450 rpms ?
Thanks again.

 

[PapaPerk]

Agree. Low range and 2000+ rpm.

Third that. Keep the RPM up and the box in low. Snow get's heavy fast. And the cold temps make it harder to pump the hydro fluid.

 

[638]

Wide open, full throttle, let er rip, you won't hurt it if it's warmed up. You will hurt it if you lug it down.

 

[Kedor]

Thanks everyone, more snow is coming so I will let you know how it goes in a couple weeks.
Next step is rear lights ... I have read there are quick connectors under the fender for utility lights?