Pull Behind Scraper Question

   / Pull Behind Scraper Question #21  
As to what Bird was saying.....

I've read quite a bit lately as to how popular the tractor/pull scraper has become again for larger construction projects. Apparently, the investment is lower and the versatility is becoming more of plus versus the traditional self-propelled scraper. Often times, even if it is a twin-engined or paddlewheel model, the heavy SP "turn-pull" still needs the assistance of a dozer or sheepsfoot to fully load.

Today, while driving north from Arlington to Southlake, I passed through where they are finishing Hwy 360 N and I saw about a half-dozen new CaseIH 4wd/pull scraper combos working on the project...but only one Cat SP on the job.
 
   / Pull Behind Scraper Question #22  
Hey Ocaj,
Even if you could load 5 or 6 yards in the scraper, the tail will wag your dog because it will weigh two or three times as much as your tractor. I haul 3-4 yards at a time on a dump wagon behind my 85 hp 7610 and the tail wags my dog.

I would discount mfr's hp ratings at least 25% so you will have a "beef" cushion.
gabby
 

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