b2650 tire chains help

[danmorea]

2018 b2650 industrial tires
preparing for snow
i have near new tires chains from a tractor with a bit smaller tire CHain size 72 inch long 18 inch wide that is for a 12-16.5 tire
Can someone who has chains on b2650 or 12.4-16 tires could give me the lenght and width
maybe i can make it work very expensive new

 

[DSW]

2018 b2650 industrial tires
preparing for snow
i have near new tires chains from a tractor with a bit smaller tire CHain size 72 inch long 18 inch wide that is for a 12-16.5 tire
Can someone who has chains on b2650 or 12.4-16 tires could give me the lenght and width
maybe i can make it work very expensive new

Did you ever figure out your chains sizing and how did you install them ( what size spacers)
Just getting into this on same tractor

 

[SDT]

Did you ever figure out your chains sizing and how did you install them ( what size spacers)
Just getting into this on same tractor

I have both F & R 2 link ladder chains for my B3350.

My 3350 has the standard sized R4 tires. Tire chains require wheel spacers, and I have the Kubota 1 3/8" spacers on my 3350. Tire chains CANNOT be installed with the optional, oversized R4 or R14T tires.

I bought my chains new and, as always, it was necessary to fit the chains to my tires. In my case it was necessary to remove side links from both F and R chains and to remove a cross chain (2?) from the rear set to achieve proper fit. It was also necessary to add a cross chain to the front set. Expecting a new set of tire chains, which are designed to be useable with multiple sizes of tires, to fit without modification is unreasonable.

I do not have measurements handy but after a couple of hours of fiddling was able to fit both sets properly such that they can be installed without tools (aside from a set of channel locks), fit tightly and do not move without any need of tensioners, or other band aids. It takes a bit of time to install tightly but there is no need to remove air, etc.

FWIW: I have an extra new, unused set of front chains to fit standrd sized R4 tires for B2650/3350, LX tractors and other tractors with the same sized front tires. Price is right but shipping will kill most deals.

To the OP, I expect that you will be able to adapt the chains that you now have to your 2650. The best way to do so is simply attempt installation and modify as necessary. Tirechains.com sells cross chains in various sizes if you find that you need such

SDT

 

[RCW]

To the OP, I expect that you will be able to adapt the chains that you now have to your 2650. The best way to do so is simply attempt installation and modify as necessary. Tirechains.com sells cross chains in various sizes if you find that you need such

SDT

As always, SDT offer solid advice.

I find 2-link chains to be very important. 4-link are cheaper, but less effective and will jar you around much more.

Also, it sounds foolish, but it's important to put them on as good as you can at first.

Then drive the tractor some. After a short bit of driving, you will likely need to adjust, shift, tighten, etc... My Dad used to call it "running them in."

I've put chains on my BX for 7 seasons without spacers. Given a smaller tire, the chains are not a heavy gauge, but it's still tight to the fender well and mechanicals. I have to keep them very tight, and "cheat" the chains to the outboard side of the tire.

A tight chain is also much more effective on an R4 tire, as the stringers/cross chains do not get "lost" into the treads of the R4 tire.

 

[danmorea]

Yes I will need spacers
The problem is loaded r4 tires
Than I have to figure out how to extend my chains
Hope will be a mild winter
With my experience with a similar tractor past winter chains are a must
Have a section about 600 feet gravel road that is freezing and is hilly too

 

[Wannabeafarmer]

I have both F & R 2 link ladder chains for my B3350.

My 3350 has the standard sized R4 tires. Tire chains require wheel spacers, and I have the Kubota 1 3/8" spacers on my 3350. Tire chains CANNOT be installed with the optional, oversized R4 or R14T tires.

I bought my chains new and, as always, it was necessary to fit the chains to my tires. In my case it was necessary to remove side links from both F and R chains and to remove a cross chain (2?) from the rear set to achieve proper fit. It was also necessary to add a cross chain to the front set. Expecting a new set of tire chains, which are designed to be useable with multiple sizes of tires, to fit without modification is unreasonable.

I do not have measurements handy but after a couple of hours of fiddling was able to fit both sets properly such that they can be installed without tools (aside from a set of channel locks), fit tightly and do not move without any need of tensioners, or other band aids. It takes a bit of time to install tightly but there is no need to remove air, etc.

FWIW: I have an extra new, unused set of front chains to fit standrd sized R4 tires for B2650/3350, LX tractors and other tractors with the same sized front tires. Price is right but shipping will kill most deals.

To the OP, I expect that you will be able to adapt the chains that you now have to your 2650. The best way to do so is simply attempt installation and modify as necessary. Tirechains.com sells cross chains in various sizes if you find that you need such

SDT

This is great stuff. Thanks for sharing. I am buying a GL 6060 w/ R4 Tires. I live in NH and have a steep asphalt drive. I think I need chains for winter. 3 questions come to mind.
-How do I know if I need spacers?
-Tire chains .com lists 2 link ladder chains (which I would likely get) but the pic shows 3 empty links in between each set of cross links. .IS this correct?
-The dealer said don't use front chains. Are rears enough?

 

[RCW]

This is great stuff. Thanks for sharing. I am buying a GL 6060 w/ R4 Tires. I live in NH and have a steep asphalt drive. I think I need chains for winter. 3 questions come to mind.
-How do I know if I need spacers?
-Tire chains .com lists 2 link ladder chains (which I would likely get) but the pic shows 3 empty links in between each set of cross links. .IS this correct?
-The dealer said don't use front chains. Are rears enough?

You need spacers if there’s not enough room between tire and wheelwell. Others with L’s will have a better idea than me.

My 2-link are indeed every two links.....maybe it’s a “stock” picture? Either way, it’s better than 4-link.

Unless things get to where you can’t steer, I’m thinking on a asphalt driveway front chains are not required.
Front chains could cause problems if grip is too good and cause binding of the 4WD drivetrain. Many do use fronts when things are icy and steering is compromised.