Front / Rear Weight
Adds ballast to improve stability and traction when using heavy implements or loaders.
What it is used for
Adds ballast to improve stability and traction when using heavy implements or loaders.
How to operate it
Attach the appropriate weight to the opposite end of the tractor from the heavy load or as required for traction.
Selection and setup
Check the in-game shop for power requirement, working width, capacity, supported fill types, hitch/header compatibility and optional configurations before purchase or leasing.
Operating procedure
Before starting, confirm the machine is compatible with the crop/material and that the power unit meets the shop requirement. Attach or enter the machine, unfold/prepare it, position at the start of the work area, lower/activate the working components where applicable, then work consistent passes at the machine’s rated working speed. Monitor fill level, material type and missed strips. Stop/lift the working parts before tight headland turns, reposition, then resume.
Before you buy or lease
Check working width, working speed, power requirement, capacity, supported fill/crop types, hitch/header compatibility, wheel/tyre options and whether the tool combines another field operation. Lease highly specialised equipment when it will only be used for a small acreage.
Compatibility & attachments
This shows what the equipment connects to, which attachment families work with it, and what each combination is used for. For a specific model, the in-game shop Combinations panel is the final compatibility check.
| Compatible connection / attachment | Used for | Important notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tractor front or rear 3-point | Counterbalance heavy implements/loaders and improve traction/stability. | Use enough ballast without adding unnecessary mass. |
Procedure
- Use ballast when a heavy rear implement makes the front axle light, or a heavy front attachment reduces rear traction.
- Choose a weight that matches the job without adding unnecessary mass.
- Attach the weight to the opposite end of the tractor from the dominant implement load.
- Test steering and traction before entering the field; increase/decrease ballast if the tractor remains unstable or unnecessarily heavy.
- Remove excessive ballast for light work/transport when it is no longer needed.
Detailed procedure guides
Alternative options
Wheel weights/tyre configurations on tractors that offer them.
Practical tips
- Too little front ballast with a heavy rear implement can reduce steering authority.
- Operate at the tool’s rated working speed and allow space at headlands for clean turns.