JD #34 Manure Spreader question

[Apmaddock]

Hi.

First of all, I'm happy to have joined the site. I've been lurking for a while but figured it was about time to make my presence known.

I have a question for anyone who knows or owns a JD #34 manure spreader and/or its operator's manual.

What is the recommended minimum horsepower to operate it?

I see that there is one at an upcoming auction and am considering bidding on it, but want to make sure that my tractor is powerful enough for it. I would assume that it is (50 horsepower JD 70 diesel), but I really don't know much about the requirements of manure spreaders in general, let alone this one.

Thanks in advance for you help.

 

[RickB]

Your 70 should handle it fine. We used to haul ours around with an Oliver 77 or Cockshutt 550.

 

[Apmaddock]

Thanks for the info. I didn't think it would be a problem but it's better to make sure now than find out when I've got a problem. :thumbsup: