Are wheel weights necessary for “typical” work?

[WigglyPiggly]

I have an MX6000 with R14 tires set to 70.5” width that are filled with Rimguard.

Would 2 sets of wheel weights per side (420lbs total) make a substantial difference in operation for loader and grapple work?

 

[85Hokie]

The real answer .......... yes there WILL be a difference ............. BUT the ease of placement on and off will be a real PITA.

I ballast box will do the same and do it better!!! Why - because now you are way behind the pivot point of the tractor, every inch you move reward you gain a tremendous mechanical advantage!

And taking the BB off is a lot easier too!

 

[SDT]

I have an MX6000 with R14 tires set to 70.5” width that are filled with Rimguard.

Would 2 sets of wheel weights per side (420lbs total) make a substantial difference in operation for loader and grapple work?

Considering the Rimguard, you will likely not notice an additional 420 Lbs. of cast weight.

A counterweight would be much more effective.

 

[windy city]

I also have an MX6000 with filled tires. When attempting to pick something over capacity the hydraulics for the loader limit out long before I see counterbalance issues.

 

[WigglyPiggly]

Considering the Rimguard, you will likely not notice an additional 420 Lbs. of cast weight.

A counterweight would be much more effective.

I have a 1400lb ballast box I use when needed. This is more for everyday tasks when I have have another implement on the 3pt.