Trailer Suggestions Needed

[hemiguy]

This is just my opinion, but I think you have a real problem. I have JD2520 which is about exactly the same size as the B3030 and also weighs about the same; 1850lbs with no attachments. But my #46 backhoe weighs almost 1000lbs, and I think my 200CX FEL is about 750lbs. I also have 250lbs of rear wheel weights (this and/or loaded tires is very helpful on a tractor of this size and power). Now here is your big issue. I DO NOT think you would ever, want to load a tractor this size onto a trailer with a 1000lb BH out back and no FEL out front to counterbalance it. It will want to flip you over backwards. Most brands will recommend that you do not attach the BH unless the FEL is also on the tractor. So now you have a rig that is 3500-4000lbs (not including trailer) and probably 16 ft long. I understand this is only for short runs to the dealer, but I think you're pushing your luck.

I transport my tractor/BH/FEL on a 16', 7000lbs GVW, twin axle trailer (both braked). These trailers are all in the 2000lb range empty. With a BH you want independent ramps (not a landscape type mesh ramp) so your BH can poke between if needed. But your Sienna will not pull this setup anyway so if this is what you want to do, you'll need a bigger tow vehicle. I think you're either going to have to upgrade or have the dealer pickup/deliver.

 

[john_bud]

Good points hemiguy. The cheapest solution is just to drive the tractor the 18 miles to the dealer. It will take about 1hr and 20 minutes each way.


Then again, it's a Kubota - if you do your own maintenance it will probably never see the dealer again!
jb

 

[rback33]

I will echo what the other guys are saying. There is no way you can safely trailer that TLB behind that minivan. You might be able to tow the tractor by itself, but no attachments. Drive it to and from the dealer if you are not going to do the maintenance yourself, or just pay the dealer to haul it for you. That will be much cheaper than the liability of and accident. I am known for going over kill for towing equipment, but it's not fun when the tail wags the dog. If you have to tow it, find u a rough around the edges, road worthy half ton to drag it around with.