Ford 800 backhoe/loader

[Wesley Briant]

I just purchased this, wandering if anyone has info on how much it might weight? I think the tractor is around 3500 by itself but no idea about the total machine. Any info or ideas on where to find info would be helpfull I need to pickup and seller does not know what size trailer I will need for weight.

 

[souNdguy]

tandem 16' car hauler should do it.. as long as you have enough tow vehicle.. IE.. a half ton ( 150/1500 ) vehicle or better..

Soundguy

 

[john_Bud]

With all due regards for my esteemed colleague from Florida, there is no way you would want to use a 16' trailer!

20' minimum, with 22' being better as it allows you to position the machine for best weight distribution.

I have a 1963 model 4140 (based on the 801's) and an 18' trailer. To haul it, the FEL bucket is on a special platform I added on the tongue to keep it elevated above the trucks bed. The wheels are right up against the front trailer rail and the BH bucket is just barely able to fit on the back of the trailer. NOTE: it's not typically legal to haul a TLB on a trailer with the buckets up and unsupported. The distance from the contact point on the front tires to the front of the bucket is over 5'.

Also, the weight depends on the model of Hoe hanging on the back. If it's a ford hoe model 713, the 10' hoes are about 2400 pounds and the 12' are about 2600 pounds. That is exclusive of the buckets. Sherman hoes are about the same, but I think a bit lighter.

The 800 is about 3200 to 3600 pounds depending on options. 3pt + hydraulics, SOS, Sherman trans and diesel in various combinations are what make the spread. Each of them is about 100#.

The FEL with mount is about 1000 - 1200# and 72" buckets are typically over 400#. Weight varies by model.

If you have loaded tires, that can add 1000 to 1200#. Rear wheel weights are 1200# for the 28" version.

There are also sneaky weights. An 801 has a 17 gal fuel tank and the tractor with the FEL/BH will hold about 16-18 gal of oils and hydraulic fluid. Chains and binders will also add about 25# per set. A good bind job would call for 4 sets. It adds up quick.

These weights are approximate, but close enough to get you in the ball park. My guess is that your tractor will be about 7500-8000#, so you will be very close to overloaded with a 10k trailer.

jb

 

[Wesley Briant]

Thank you that is most helpful. It does have a sherman hoe and 72" front loader bucket. I have a 10k trailer but can borrow a larger one I just don't have combination plates on truck I'm sure I will work something out thanks for your help

 

[john_Bud]

One thought - if it is the old old old style Sherman loader that looks like a collection of round pipes - they are about 1000 pounds lighter.

Didn't think about that last night...
jb