FEL & Loaded tires

[ITHINKICAN]

Newbie question- Can someone explain FEL and loaded tires.

We intend to buy a tractor in the very near future... not familiar with these terms.

Thank you

 

[ITHINKICAN]

I just read the loaded tire thing has to do with 'freezing' issue...

We are in Houston. We are leaning towards the M5640 and M5040. We intend to mow pasture and maintain a mx/atv track for our kids.

Thank you!

 

[radioman]

basically FEL means Front End Loader. its just a bucket in front to lift and dump things. Very handy implement for a tractor.
Loaded tires means it got liquid ballast for wieght in the tires. very handy for traction.

 

[DiezNutz]

here you go:

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/177498-loaded-tires.html#post2021819

 

[ITHINKICAN]

Thank you both -

FEL- duh :ashamed:

Loaded tires - Do you think I will need if mowing pasture and/or climbing around on a kid atv/mx track?

 

[TripleR]

The loaded tires will not only give you better traction, but added stability on inclines. If you don't load your tires, you will need more ballast on your 3-point.

You can always add fluid to your tires later.

 

[Thomas]

Depending on type of tire thread loaded tires may come in handy..traction.

 

[ITHINKICAN]

Thank you!

Is this something I can do at the end of the negotiation - tell the dealership - we'll sign the dotted line if you load the tires?

Or is this more than something like a free t-shirt...

 

[Thomas]

I had my tires swtich to R4's,also requested loaded before signing on dotted line dealer had no problem...I am sure I pay for it.

 

[ITHINKICAN]

R4's?

Looks like 5040 comes with Ag R1 - like I know what that means...

Will stock tires will be plenty for pasture and weekend warrior track maintenance?