MCCORMICK MTX Series - Page 196

Tyres, Wheels, Ballasting
188
Front End Weights (If Equipped)
MD04M058 MD04M059
The standard frame is equipped with up to 10 weights or 6 weights and a clevis weight. The extended
frame is equipped with up to 16 weights or 12 weights and a clevis weight. Each weight weighs 45 kg
(100 lb), the clevis weight weighs 110kg (243 lb).
Use front end weights as needed to provide effective steering control and front end stability and to achieve
maximum operating efficiency and tractor field performance. See Tractor Weight Distribution on Page 185
of this manual., for recommendations on ballasting procedures.
Installing Front End Weights
STANDARD WEIGHT FRAME EXTENDED WEIGHT FRAME
1
2
3
4
MI03A106
1A
A
C
4
D
6
B
D
7
5
1. STANDARD WEIGHT FRAME 210 kg (463 lb) 4. WEIGHT 45 kg (100 lb)
1A. EXTENDED WEIGHT FRAME 254 kg (560 lb) 5. BOLT
2. CLEVIS WEIGHT - 110 kg (243 lb) 6. WASHER
3. CLEVIS PIN 7. NUT