RoyJackson
Rest in Peace
- Joined
- Nov 17, 2001
- Messages
- 23,144
- Location
- Bethel, Vermont
- Tractor
- John Deere 4052R Cab,, Deere 855D UTV, Z920A Zero Turn Mower and assorted implements
Just picked up a front blade for my 4520:

This one is manual angling since my rear remote is used for the snow blower chute rotation. It's 84" wide so when I angle it (it goes 15 and 30 degrees both left and right), it'll still cover the rear tires width.

A blade is a bit quicker for light snows...say, 6" or so. Also, I think the rubber wear bar will clean right down to the drive and road surfaces. The steel wear bar came with the blade...rubber being optional. Rubber will be easier on the asphalt drive.
I did talk to the dealer about adding another hydraulic remote for the blade angling. If I go that direction, it'll be next year before I do it.
If we have snows like we've had over the last few years, this set up will pay for itself easily....and, if we don't get any snow...well, that's fine too! The last few years' winters have been pretty tough...

This one is manual angling since my rear remote is used for the snow blower chute rotation. It's 84" wide so when I angle it (it goes 15 and 30 degrees both left and right), it'll still cover the rear tires width.

A blade is a bit quicker for light snows...say, 6" or so. Also, I think the rubber wear bar will clean right down to the drive and road surfaces. The steel wear bar came with the blade...rubber being optional. Rubber will be easier on the asphalt drive.
I did talk to the dealer about adding another hydraulic remote for the blade angling. If I go that direction, it'll be next year before I do it.
If we have snows like we've had over the last few years, this set up will pay for itself easily....and, if we don't get any snow...well, that's fine too! The last few years' winters have been pretty tough...