DISC HARROW BRANDS

[Farmwithjunk]

I saw a 7.5' 3PH Massey disc go for less than $300 about 6 weeks ago at a sale, it was in excellent shape. I thought about buying it, but was worried it would be too much for my tractor in transport position. The 6.5 foot Massey I am using now causes a lot of bounce in the front end while transporting, although it pulls with ease in use. I'd like to find a good 7.5' wheeled disc, as it would be easier to transport, but still pull fairly easily.

Here is a pic of a Massey 3PH disc that has been mentioned in this thread.

THAT'S IT!

4 more spools, 4 more disc pans, 4 axles about 8" longer than what your 6-1/2'er has, probably add around 125lbs, with half that WAY out back on the rear gangs. If you're "close" now, that might put you over the edge.

I wish I'd been at that sale . Been eye-balling a 7-1/2'er that's priced @ $800. Still a tad rich for my taste.

A wheel disc not only handles better tan a lift disc, but it USUALLY does a better job. (More rigid, yields "flatter" field. Longer framed, helps keep good down-pressure on back gangs) It's a personal choice when it comes to manuverability though. 3-point units win by default usually.

And if you're loading and unloading from a trailer, 3-point is DEFINATELY the way to fly.

 

[OkieG]

"The idea of buying a disc with a light frame and adding loads of weight flies in the face of everything I've been taught. That same light frame that isn't capable of making the disc dig in, is now expected to support the weight IT SHOULD HAVE HAD BUILT IN in the first place. (The real problems come in when that disc is in transport position)"

I admit, my disc was built as a cheapie, with light weight angle iron frame and cast bearings, etc. I didn't shop and buy it...it was a given to me. I took my own advice and added weight to the frame 'til the 3ph was just able to lift it to full up transport position. As far as I can tell, the frame is able to support the 500lb. of extra weight. Did the same thing with my "heavy duty" box blade. It says "heavy duty" right on the side, but it really isn't so heavy. It works better with the 240 extra # of suitcase weights. Sometimes you can't find or can't afford to buy the implement with the optimum weight. Is there a problem adding what it takes as long as the implement and tractor can handle it???

OkieG

 

[Farmwithjunk]

"The idea of buying a disc with a light frame and adding loads of weight flies in the face of everything I've been taught. That same light frame that isn't capable of making the disc dig in, is now expected to support the weight IT SHOULD HAVE HAD BUILT IN in the first place. (The real problems come in when that disc is in transport position)"

I admit, my disc was built as a cheapie, with light weight angle iron frame and cast bearings, etc. I didn't shop and buy it...it was a given to me. I took my own advice and added weight to the frame 'til the 3ph was just able to lift it to full up transport position. As far as I can tell, the frame is able to support the 500lb. of extra weight. Did the same thing with my "heavy duty" box blade. It says "heavy duty" right on the side, but it really isn't so heavy. It works better with the 240 extra # of suitcase weights. Sometimes you can't find or can't afford to buy the implement with the optimum weight. Is there a problem adding what it takes as long as the implement and tractor can handle it???

OkieG

No real harm IF the implement can take it. "Taking it" might be made easier by not discing a 100 acres a year, instead, maybe doing 3 or 4. With MOST of the lighter equipment I've ever been around, when you start using them hard and often, they fold up soon enough WITHOUT adding the burden of more weight. My "remedy" for heavy duty equipment being so expensive has always been buying OLDER heavy duty equipment that still happens to be in good shape. Most smaller (i.e., a disc under 8') implements sold new today are intended primarily for homeowner/hobby farm/acreage use. Most of the older stuff was still intended for pruduction agriculture. They just built it heavier back then. (in MOST cases)

But YES, in answer to your question, if it gets the job done, go with it.

 

[Moverton]

What is the model # of the MF disc. If there is more than one # please list a few of them. I need a new disc and I will keep an eye out for one of these. Thank you for your help.