Margie 8 #1 Posted 11 hours ago Ok so I want to buy a 1996 314-8 with 48” deck and 2 stage snow thrower. I have a ram 1500 with a 6ft bed in length. Width is 5ft except the wheel wells which a 4ft apart. I do t have the exact measurements yet but do you think I can fit the tractor and snow thrower in the bed of the truck if I disconnect the mower deck? I thought if i pulled the mower in then stood the thrower on its side with the thrower part by the front wheels it might fit. Mower deck in the crew can back seat. I don’t have a hitch or a trailer. Thanks for any advice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 70,796 #2 Posted 11 hours ago Sounds like lots of room! I’m pulling for ya! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie 8 #3 Posted 11 hours ago 3 minutes ago, Pullstart said: Sounds like lots of room! I’m pulling for ya! Omg!!! Incredible puzzle skills you have!! I’m inspired and also confused as to how you did this haha 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 70,796 #4 Posted 11 hours ago 4 minutes ago, Margie said: Omg!!! Incredible puzzle skills you have!! I’m inspired and also confused as to how you did this haha It was in 2018 and I had nothing but time and inspiration! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie 8 #5 Posted 11 hours ago 4 minutes ago, Pullstart said: It was in 2018 and I had nothing but time and inspiration! Can you meet me in Nj and load this for me!? 😂 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 16,986 #6 Posted 10 hours ago (edited) Tractor will fit in the bed without issue--it’s a bit over 5’ long and, depending on tires, about 36” wide (getting it up and in might be a trick). Deck probably cannot stay on since it won’t fit between the wheel wells (48” is the cutting width) I’d consider mounting the blower and loading the tractor with the blower over the open tailgate and then loading the mower alongside the tractor. That mower weighs a lot and getting it into and out of the cab without damage to the cab or seats would be tricky. Suitable padding and plenty of strong tiedowns, of course. And if needed, make two trips? Edited 10 hours ago by Handy Don Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie 8 #7 Posted 10 hours ago 24 minutes ago, Handy Don said: Tractor will fit in the bed without issue--it’s a bit over 5’ long and, depending on tires, about 36” wide (getting it up and in might be a trick). Deck probably cannot stay on since it won’t fit between the wheel wells (48” is the cutting width) I’d consider mounting the blower and loading the tractor with the blower over the open tailgate and then loading the mower alongside the tractor. That mower weighs a lot and getting it into and out of the cab without damage to the cab or seats would be tricky. Suitable padding and plenty of strong tiedowns, of course. And if needed, make two trips? This is great advice. Thank you very very much!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ed Kennell 46,623 #8 Posted 7 hours ago A 5X9 U-Haul trailer with ramp is about $30/ day. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8ntruck 9,075 #9 Posted 7 hours ago That's what I used to bring my C-195, 48" deck, and a snow plow home Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Handy Don 16,986 #10 Posted 7 hours ago 4 hours ago, Margie said: I don’t have a hitch or a trailer. 13 minutes ago, Ed Kennell said: A 5X9 U-Haul trailer with ramp is about $30/ day. A good point. If you have the correct rear frame, you could add a Class 2 tow hitch for around $100 and the electrical wiring kit for around $30 (tow up to 3500 lbs, 350 lbs at the tongue). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie 8 #11 Posted 6 hours ago 4 minutes ago, Handy Don said: A good point. If you have the correct rear frame, you could add a Class 2 tow hitch for around $100 and the electrical wiring kit for around $30 (tow up to 3500 lbs, 350 lbs at the tongue). Great advice! I’m looking to have a class 4 hitch installed. I know I could do it myself but I’m not a mechanic just handy and I’m too worried about something happening. I think my best bet is to wait for hitch installation and hope the tractor hasn’t sold. Thanks everyone!!! I appreciate all your help Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ineedanother 2,631 #12 Posted 6 hours ago We also have a section for hauling help https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/15-haulin-help/ that could be worth a shot. Best of luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Margie 8 #13 Posted 6 hours ago (edited) 22 minutes ago, ineedanother said: We also have a section for hauling help https://www.wheelhorseforum.com/forum/15-haulin-help/ that could be worth a shot. Best of luck Thank you! I didn’t realize this thread existed. I may have just gotten lucky. Looking at a 1991 312-8 tomorrow with a deck and 500 hours for $750. Won’t need a trailer since it’s closer and there’s no snow thrower. Wish me luck! Edited 6 hours ago by Margie 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
