Seeders Largest seeder for a 2WD 3000lb tractor

farmingtractor · Sep 9, 2013

What's the largest seeder I can pull with my Ford 1720 2WD 3000lb ~30hp.

I do not see any small seeders for sale, ie less than 12foot in close proximity.
Is it true that my 1720 could pull say a 15 foot wide International 510 seeder?
I would like to plant cover crops (rye, barley, red/white clover, buckwheat), where the ground would be prepared with a cultivator or even a tiller.

Thank you for your input on this.

Robert_in_NY · Sep 9, 2013

Yes you can pull it. I pulled my Int 5100 (it is a 21x7) with my Ford 1920 this spring and it did fine. They pull easy and as long as the ground is dry you will not have any problems.

hawkeye08 · Sep 9, 2013

If the ground is properly prepared and not any big hills, I would expect you would be fine. You could always only partially load it to reduce weight if needed...