Correct Loading and Balance Verification
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How NOT to load an equipment trailer. What 99% of People don't know
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The key to correct loading is to identify the heaviest point of the equipment. For the Bobcat S185 skid steer, this is generally towards the rear of the machine, where the engine is located. When loading with an attachment (like a power rake), ensure the combined heaviest part of the entire setup is positioned directly over the trailer's axles. Drive the skid steer slowly and carefully, constantly monitoring the truck's and trailer's levelness. Once the equipment is in place, visually inspect the truck's stance and the trailer's tire compression. All tires should appear evenly compressed, and the truck should maintain a relatively level stance, neither nose-high nor squatting excessively in the rear. Get out of the tow vehicle to physically confirm the balance and levelness of the entire setup before securing the load and commencing travel. This ensures safe weight distribution for towing.
Goal: Load the skid steer and its attachment by centering the combined weight of the machine and its heaviest components over the trailer's axles, visually confirming proper balance and tire compression.
Tools and materials
- Bobcat S185 Skid Steer
- Power Rake Attachment
- Trailer Ramps
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