John Deere 5103E - Manual (Page 92)

Transporting
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CAUTION: Stopping distance increases with
speed and weight of towed loads, and on
slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that
are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too
fast can cause loss of control. Consider the
total weight of the equipment and its load.
Observe these recommended maximum road
speeds, or local speed limits which may be
lower:
If towed equipment does not have brakes, do
not travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do
not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor
weight.
If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel
more than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow
loads more than 4.5 times the tractor weight.
Ensure the load does not exceed the
recommended weight ratio. Add ballast to
recommended maximum for tractor, lighten the
load, or get a heavier towing unit. The tractor
must be heavy and powerful enough with
adequate braking power for the towed load. Use
additional caution when towing loads under
adverse surface conditions, when turning, and
on inclines.
8. Use caution when operating tractor at transport
speeds. Reduce speed if towed load weighs more than
tractor and is not equipped with brakes. (See Towed
Equipment operator’s manual for recommended
transport speeds.)
9. Use additional caution when transporting towed loads
under adverse surface conditions, when turning and on
inclines.
10. Heavy towed or rear mounted implements may start
swaying in transport. Excessive swaying will result in
loss of steering control. Drive slowly and avoid quick
turns of steering wheel. Refer to your implement
operator’s manual regarding maximum travel speed
limitations.
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