Kit Turns Big Tractors Into High-Clearance Rigs

Kit Turns Big Tractors Into High-Clearance Rigs TRACTORS Accessories 22-6-26 A couple years ago, we featured a conversion kit that turned smaller tractors into high-clearance rigs for spraying and cultivating tall growing crops (Vol. 20, No. 3). Now the manufacturer, Hunley Sales & Service, Austin, Ind., has come out with a new version of the kit for larger Agco 2 and 4-WD tractors, up to 145 hp. "Response to the original kit from corn and soybean farmers and specialty crop growers was so fantastic, we decided to offer it for bigger tractors," says Everitt Hunley. The system increases ground clearance by bolting heavy-duty drop final drives to the tractor's rear axle housing. Using gearboxes - instead of chain drives used on most hi-boy tractors - increases reliability, Hunley notes. The 2-WD front ends are raised with longer spindles and front supports, while 4-WD models are raised with larger tires. This raises ground clearance to 30 to 36 in. depending on tractor model and tire size. The new kits are for Agco-Allis models ranging from the new 8745 2 and 4-WD up to the 9745 2 and 4-WD; Agco-White models ranging from the 6410 2 and 4-WD up to the 8410 2 and 4-WD; and for the Massey Ferguson 200 and 300 series 2 and 4-WD; 4200 series 2 and 4-WD; and 8120 and 8140 2 and 4-WD. Prices start at $16,500. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Hunley Sales & Service, 3636 Frontage Road, Austin, Ind. 47102 (ph 812 794-2771; fax 2703).

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