Ditch Witch 420sx, Operator'S Manual

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420sx Operator’s Manual
Systems and Equipment - 85
Counterweights
Counterweights
Attachments or counterweights are installed to make front and rear loads balance when all attachments
are raised. Use the chart below to determine how much counterweight is needed with your machine
configuration.
Front Attachment Tire Size Counterweight Required
none 23 x 10.50 - 12 none
26 x 12.00 - 12 none
reel carrier 23 x 10.50 - 12 rear weight plate kit (p/n 190-1149)
26 x 12.00 - 12 two rear wheel weights (p/n 375-097)
H401 trencher 23 x 10.50 - 12 124 lb (56 kg) 100% tire ballast sealant (TBS) fluid in each
rear tire
and rear weight plate kit (p/n 190-1149)
26 x 12.00 - 12 200 lb (91 kg) 100% tire ballast sealant (TBS) fluid in each
rear tire