Skipper 1,788 #1 Posted September 19, 2017 Hi Does anyone know how heavy objects the 3pt setup on a c-195 / D series will lift? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #2 Posted September 19, 2017 Never weighed them but cat. 0 is usually around 300 but may be more. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,642 #3 Posted September 19, 2017 The hydraulics will probably lift a bunch more than the rear end will handle. I'm with Steve on this, 300 pounds for short duration would sound like a safe limit, probably won't steer too well with the front tires off the ground otherwise. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #4 Posted September 19, 2017 300 pounds? that was not much. I'm asking because I have seen a D series with a backhoe on the 3pt. I bet that is a hole lot more than 300. More likely 7 or 800 i guess. I f you put weights on the front, then what do you think is the limit. Would the rear break or? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,642 #5 Posted September 19, 2017 I thought you were asking about a "C", not a "D". Everything on the "D" is heavier. I guess with a front end loader as counter weight you could lift more than 300 pounds at the rear of a "C". but sooner or later you would find the weakest link and have to repair it. I have a front end loader on my GT-14 and carry 200 pounds of rear weight in a metal box on the three point for added traction and easier steering. Also, the tires are loaded and I have 80 pounds of weights on each rear wheel. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #6 Posted September 19, 2017 Yes it is for a C-195, but the 3pt and hydraulic cylinder is the same as far as I know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,642 #7 Posted September 19, 2017 The hydraulic system is probably capable of lifting enough weight to get you in trouble if that is your choice. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #8 Posted September 19, 2017 Just seeking info, that's all 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,040 #9 Posted September 19, 2017 Look up cat 0 weight limits. I would stick with no more than 300 or you will put a strain on the hydro. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Adams94 1,065 #10 Posted September 19, 2017 I made a seat for the 3 point and I weigh 300. With no weights is is light in front, front wheel weights is better but I made suitcase weights for it. So 300 max with no weights. Probably 500 max if it's weighted right, it will probably lift more but it's not a tractor. 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MirandaB 6 #11 Posted September 20, 2017 10 hours ago, Skipper said: 300 pounds? that was not much. I'm asking because I have seen a D series with a backhoe on the 3pt. I bet that is a hole lot more than 300. More likely 7 or 800 i guess. I f you put weights on the front, then what do you think is the limit. Would the rear break or? My D-180 with a Brantly backhoe has the backhoe frame-mounted in lieu of the 3-point. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R. L. Addison 299 #12 Posted September 20, 2017 And the back-hoes caused lots of problems in the "D" series units, (usually axle bearings) and a redesign. I wonder if care and common sense would have eleminated a lot of problems. But there are also problems with the same units in the "C" series also. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,642 #13 Posted September 20, 2017 6 hours ago, R. L. Addison said: wonder if care and common sense would have eleminated a lot of problems. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maxiblue 352 #14 Posted September 20, 2017 (edited) well I guess I will put in my two cents. I looked at a back hoe for my D-250and saw what was need to hook it up and the cost, I did not like either one so I went out got a small towable one. It was half the price and needed no mods to the tractor. I have had it for about 20 years now with no problems. It digs down about 7 feet has 4500 pounds dig pressure at the bucket. Edited September 20, 2017 by maxiblue 6 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sarge 3,462 #15 Posted September 20, 2017 Well , about a 300lb floor frame section - Around 400lbs worth of dead Allis/Simplicity 916H - Well north of 500lbs holding the stupid shed up after a storm blew it off the blocks that were holding it up - Yeah - hydraulics will pick up far more weight than the tractor can handle - at the high risk of seriously damaging things , including the rear axle and frame . Previous owner had cracked both end balls on the lower arms , I did have to make whole new arms as they were bent up pretty badly . I blew the pump coupling pulling a couple of tons on the 6-1/2x12 utility trailer (contents of that shed during the floor replacement) , still fixing that little misguided judgement move . Also , at the same time/day , bent the whole nose of the trailer when I had to put it on the jack overloaded - wrapping up the repairs/rebuild now . Expensive day over one dumb decision ....go figure . If you need more lifting power than 350lbs or so , I'd be hunting a larger machine - there are limits to these things that cost a lot of money to fix . Sarge 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skipper 1,788 #16 Posted September 21, 2017 It all sounds like common sense to me. Thanks to you all 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
