Transporting a Tractor in the Snow

[kday64]

Hey all,

I am interested in transporting my Kubota BX2360 around to a few rental properties this winter to help out a friend. 10 different properties spread out over 20 miles. I live in an area with very hilly terrain and wicked roads. (South Eastern CT).

Is it safe to tow a trailer on poorly plowed roads?
-18' landscape trailer with electronic brakes on one axel.
-F-150 with brake controller.

Any thoughts and comments are appreciated.

~k_day64

 

[groundcover]

Take you time and be sure to clean the trailer off first !

 

[gwjd]

will you be able to drive the truck faster than the tractor it self also tie down time if possible i would drive the tractor

 

[grsthegreat]

will you be able to drive the truck faster than the tractor it self also tie down time if possible i would drive the tractor

no one wants to drive their tractor for 20 miles.....

I have transported mine in the winter, but dont like to do so as pesonally most people wont pay enough to make it worth the hastle. As long as you dont think youll get into an area where you cant turn arround, i have never had an issue with towing in winter. Just take it slow and MAKE sure the trailers brakes are working...dont need to fishtail yout rig cause the trailer brakes arnt working on snow/ice/hills

 

[tungularafishcamp]

To have to do 10 different loads/unloads in 20 miles I think I would just drive the tractor. If you are gonna tow make sure you have chains available if not on and as much weight on the truck as you can put.

Just hauled my boat out day before yesterday 18k with the trailer, the ramp was solid ice with 4 inches of snow on top but walked right up the ramp with chains on all 4 and a couple thousand lbs in back of truck.

 

[SweBota]

Is it safe to tow a trailer on poorly plowed roads?

Certainly not on summer tyres, but if you have real winter tyres on the truck AND trailer then you should be fine.

/Marcus

 

[GPintheMitten]

The key is to take it easy and be prepared for a longer stop.

I wouldn't drive my tractor 20 miles in the winter but to each his own. Getting back in the truck to go to the next place gives you a chance to warm up.

I've pulled horse trailers, RV's and towed my tractor on a flat bed in the winter. I drove semi's pulling a 53 footer in all conditions as well. Just got to know your limits and don't take chances. And if it feels dangerous, it probably is. You can always let your friends know that you'll come by after the storm is over and the roads are better, as well.

 

[Fixemall]

I would consider brakes on all 4 wheels and lowering the tire pressures +-20lbs to give better road contact. In really poor conditions I would consider cables on the front set of trailer tires.

 

[Scotty Dive]

I am assuming that's a dual axel trailer? In ct, each axel needs to have brakes and I believe a battery break away system too. Be careful and make sure everything is safe and secure.

 

[dmay]

You must be worried for a reason.

Are these city rental properties? Consider leaving the trailer/tractor behind and just load up a large self-propelled walk behind snowblower w. snowcab into the back of your F150. Might take you longer but no worries of pulling a trailer/tractor load 20 miles in the winter on bad roads. Also better for clearing walkways and front sidewalks anyhow.

The way residential streets are snow cleared often does not leave a lot of room for piled snow, parked cars and a truck pulling a trailer to maneuver in.

When I go clear the inlaws after a large snow storm, this is what I do. I just attach ramps, load the snowblower up, throw the ramps in and drive over. Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4WD + 27" Brute Snow Blower.