Basic utility trailer securing load question.

[Huntindad]

say when securing a tractor on a trailer... do you secure the front first then the back or vise versa?

Does it matter? My son said to secure front then back. Opinions...

I know about weight distribution. Curious about front vs. back.

thanx,

[scott123456789]

Really depends if you are resting any part of the tractor on the front of the trailer or it is truly floating front to back. I try to drop the bucket and set it so it hits the front of the trailer. Then use two straps on separate tractor points to pull the front to make sure it stays in contact with the front of the trailer. Then add a strap on the rear but really to keep the mower down and the rear from sliding left or right.


If you can’t make contact with the front of the trailer I can’t imagine it matters one bit.

[GA Bowhunter]

1 chain(or heavy strap) at each corner.

Do either end first.

After you do the other end go back and retighten the first two.

10% weight on the pin on a tag along. Up to 20% on weight on a goose pin.

If you have DOT men on the hunt don't use a strap with a frayed area or a chain with a damaged link(between anchor points).

[Huntindad]

Really depends if you are resting any part of the tractor on the front of the trailer or it is truly floating front to back. I try to drop the bucket and set it so it hits the front of the trailer. Then use two straps on separate tractor points to pull the front to make sure it stays in contact with the front of the trailer. Then add a strap on the rear but really to keep the mower down and the rear from sliding left or right.


If you can’t make contact with the front of the trailer I can’t imagine it matters one bit.

The bucket will be resting on something. Either a box blade or frontrail.

[TX03RUBI]

I use two different types of binders when securing a tractor or skid steer. I use ratchet type on one end, and lever type on the other end. I usually put just a hair bit of tension on the ratchet style first, then get the lever type bound and secured. From there I run back to the opposite end and put as much tension on the ratchet binder as reasonable. It makes breaking the lever style over easier, and puts plenty of tension on both ends. Depending on what I’m securing I’ll use either one or two binders on the rear, but always two binders on the front.

[mrc]

How far are you going? 30 minutes just throw it in and go, further that that then keep the trailer balanced and strap down the front.

[kingranch]

I used to do it like mentioned above
Now my friend showed me a quick way.. drive tractor up wrap chain around each side and hook to front axle... then hop on and reverse the tractor till its tight... then cris cross the back chains w a binder type

[Huntindad]

I use two different types of binders when securing a tractor or skid steer. I use ratchet type on one end, and lever type on the other end. I usually put just a hair bit of tension on the ratchet style first, then get the lever type bound and secured. From there I run back to the opposite end and put as much tension on the ratchet binder as reasonable. It makes breaking the lever style over easier, and puts plenty of tension on both ends. Depending on what I’m securing I’ll use either one or two binders on the rear, but always two binders on the front.

I just wanted to know ...do you secure the front or back first It is not a big tractor, figure one set of chains on front and one set on back.

and to answer another question... I am only going bout an hour away.

Main reason I ask...is when I bought it in Yoakum area to Liberty Hill area. I had to stop and tighten down the chains a couple times. Most due to the sorry azz roads and the dips a chit.

[RascalArms]

I just wanted to know ...do you secure the front or back first It is not a big tractor, figure one set of chains on front and one set on back.

and to answer another question... I am only going bout an hour away.

Main reason I ask...is when I bought it in Yoakum area to Liberty Hill area. I had to stop and tighten down the chains a couple times. Most due to the sorry azz roads and the dips a chit.

I’m no expert but I’ve hauled a few heavy implements and tractors in my day. I’d personally double up on the chains...at least in the front. That being said, your last paragraph is the key IMO. Stop and check the load often...at least 2 times the first 10 miles or so even. Also, ratchet load binders are your friend. You’ll know real quick and in a hurry like how well the load is secured IF IT AIN’T. 😂😂

[HOOKNBULLET2]

I just wanted to know ...do you secure the front or back first It is not a big tractor, figure one set of chains on front and one set on back.

and to answer another question... I am only going bout an hour away.

Main reason I ask...is when I bought it in Yoakum area to Liberty Hill area. I had to stop and tighten down the chains a couple times. Most due to the sorry azz roads and the dips a chit.

Check the angles of your chains. The chains need to be pulling against each other. The front chains should be pulling your tractor forward on the trailer while the rear chains are pulling it back.

If you don’t have the angles your tractor can be tight to the trailer. But move a little forward or rearward and loosen the chains.

[TX03RUBI]

I just wanted to know ...do you secure the front or back first It is not a big tractor, figure one set of chains on front and one set on back.

and to answer another question... I am only going bout an hour away.

Main reason I ask...is when I bought it in Yoakum area to Liberty Hill area. I had to stop and tighten down the chains a couple times. Most due to the sorry azz roads and the dips a chit.

If I’m running two chains front and two chains rear I don’t care which end is using the ratchet binders. I load the lever binders first, then the ratchet binders last.

If I’m only running one chain in the rear, then I use the lever style in rear, and two ratchet binders in the front. Same thing though I’ll load the lever binders first, and ratchet last.

[westtexducks]

Doesn't matter which you start with front or back. Just make sure they are pulling against each other.

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[SaltwaterSlick]

Doesn't matter which you start with front or back. Just make sure they are pulling against each other.

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This, plus the rear tie-downs should be able to withstand the full weight of the load from moving forward. In a sudden stop/collision, you don't want that tractor up in the bed of your truck! Seen it happen TWICE... I personally would never use a "strap" to tie down a mobile heavy load (a vehicle on wheels). I always use chains/boomers and/or ratcheting chain turnbuckles.

[Huntindad]

thanx folks. Reinforces my thoughts on securing the load. I have chains to secure the tractor. No straps, unless I just want an "extra' layer of just in case.
I do got to pick up a couple ratchet binders. I borrowed my neighbors to pick up the tractor.

[Pstraw]

Keep them 'tight' too. If load can shift and gain momentum, it's next to impossible to stop.