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Sizing a Manure Tanker
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J. Sheehan
Posted 1/17/2011 10:13 (#1554159 - in reply to #1554076)
Subject: RE: Sizing a Manure Tanker


Sunnyside, WA
I would go 3000 to 3500 with that size tractor. Flotation tires will make a difference in the field, but on the road you will be shifting down if you hit any kind of hill. Pulled a 4000 gallon with a 160 hp 2wd and duals (Case 2390) most of the time and it was ok except in our largest hills. Hauling manure takes a long time if you don't have enough hp. Also pulled with a CIH 7120 MFWD, no duals. Transmission was nicer, but never liked being on our hills without duals. Duals make a big difference.

We pull a 5000 gallon vacuum tank now that is built heavy. Pull it behind 200-250 hp. Need to be able to stop it going down the road.

Edited by J. Sheehan 1/17/2011 10:15
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