The Big Tool Rack is NOT a toy!

[lc12]

It seems to be well built. It is way over priced despite the apparent structure.

I would think it would be handy in a few instances but overall....not so much.

If used on relatively smooth ground I can see it working fine. But when using the loader you need a relatively heavy counterbalance.....not a mobile tool box.

But if you are tooling around a compound unloading trucks with the forks and doing some light groundskeeping it could be handy.

I just don't see it in my future. But hey, if the OP likes and uses it that's great.

It's his opinion.

This implement weighs over 300 lbs EMPTY.
It jas a weight bracket to add suitcase weights if needed.
When loaded there is almost as much weight as my ballast box.
I have hilly forest ground and it is not a problem to get around.
Depending how you would use it the cost may seem high.
But I have spent more money on imolements that only get used several times a year.
This gets used weekly, therefore my cost is justified.
For what it is worth I am NOT an employee' or a sales rep for the Big Tool Rack as some have assumed.
Just a very satisfied customer that is happy with a quality implement.
There are hundreds of posts on here with people bragging on their tractors, grapples, backhoes, etc.
I am just bragging on my Big Tool Rack for the same reason as those above.
We love our tractors and attachments!

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[skeets]

The important thing is that you like it, a nice write up and pictures. It is nice to see things people have built or bought for their tractors. While for me it is way out of my price range I do think the casters are a real nice idea.

 

[bucktail]

it will be fun to see what this inspires down in the fabrication forum.

 

[D2Cat]

lc12, nice post. You explain in detain that amazes most, so they think you're a sales rep. That's a compliment to your description because of your own appreciation of the implement.

You may have taken offense because many didn't add much more after looking at the link, except the price was out of their league. That's just human nature.

There would be folks that approve/like it if they could get it with zero percent financing when they bought theirs!!

I suggest just enjoy it and leave the naysayers be. Don't let folks get your goat because you bought something they can't afford/justify!

 

[Redlands]

Gees, personally I am glad to hear info about various attachments. Surprising how often something I assume would never apply for my uses changes.

Part of the country I grew up in a M5 series would be for hauling bales for feeding and mowing the side of the section line road and perhaps moving trailors around. Not much use for the serious work. On the other hand way more horse power and to big physically for my uses doing grade work on projects and fixing up drives. Way to much money for my poor wallet also

Everyone’s needs differ and information is something I always try to retain for later on down the road.

 

[GreensvilleJay]

it's a Swiss Army Knife' carry-all. Looks like they thought of most options..
Ok, I can see how it'd be useful but I have a 'silly' question. What's the orange twist ties' on the 3pt arms for ?

 

[Bmbbm]

Whoa boys, no reason to get personal. We are supposed to be friends and share our experiences. I like seeing attachments that others have bought and how they like them.

 

[Newlyme]

....On the other side there are a lot of Amish farmers in my area doing what you do with a team of horses.

Now you did it!!!
I'll bet his wife's horses are bigger too!

Back on topic.

lc12, nice rack.

Whoops hope you're not female.
Let me rephrase that ,
Nice tool rack. If I were to buy one I think that would be the one.
Thanks for sharing.

 

[Redlands]

More than one kind of tool rack, many of them quite sturdy also.......

 

[Missouribound]

I spent a little time looking at the BTR on Youtube. It pretty much confirms my earlier assessment. It looks well made and I am sure it is.
I can see it being very handy in many circumstances. But I see it as way too pricey. I do have an idea though for those of you who prefer to invent their own devices. Start with a Job Box. I see them for $250 to $400 or more depending on the size. then attach the lower pins and upper mount for a 3 point.
Add casters if they fit your need. (Many job boxes are already drilled for wheels or come with them.)
I am not knocking the BTR at all. But a job box would give you a closed container that you could leave on site and lock up. As far as hauling hay bales....I think the bucket still may be the preferred device.
If the BTR was $500-600....I would definitely consider buying one.
Just my two cents.

 

[Neal]

That looks nice.

 

[Benhameen]

Looks nice, any pics of it fully loaded with tools?

 

[lc12]

it's a Swiss Army Knife' carry-all. Looks like they thought of most options..

Ok, I can see how it'd be useful but I have a 'silly' question. What's the orange twist ties' on the 3pt arms for ?

I have the Pat's Quick Hitch and have had a few instances where the latch lock would slide open and one arm would slip out.
The twist ties are to keep the latch lock in place.
I even bought orange to match my tractor! lol

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[lc12]

Looks nice, any pics of it fully loaded with tools?

I will try and get some.
It has been raining and flooding here for the past few weeks.
Not getting much tractor work done.

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[GreensvilleJay]

Thanks for the 'twist tie' reply ! Sounds like some 'springs' are not 'springy' enough in the latches ? When I replaced the springs on the 'lift latches' springs of my A-C D-14 I put stronger ones on. No worries now...cept WHEN will the rain go AWAY !!!
Jay

 

[lc12]

Here is a short video clip of the BTR that I bought.
I thought it my show a little more about it.
The more I use it the more uses I find for it.
It is great to use as a "man lift" for getting up higher to trim tree limbs and help lift items.


https://bigtoolrack.wistia.com/medias/ipig43b108