
Frequently asked questions
Tested combinations:
· John Deere X9 1100 & 1000, Horst 4-Wheel-Steer transport trailer (CHCFX), John Deere HD50R
· John Deere S series with 635D and integrated transport
· Lexion 670, 760, 780, 8600, 8700, 8800 with MacDon FD1 & FD2 35’+ headers with integrated transport
· Case 130 & 230 series combines with MacDon FD1 & FD2 35’+ headers with integrated transport
Other combinations may be possible. Although mounting the Spider Hitch on these combines is possible we recommend ensuring that other compatibility restrictions are considered (combine towing capacity factory recommendations, how low the auger spout comes down, how far back the auger goes, turning clearance behind the combine, etc.) A wide selection of bolt hole patterns is available on the mounting plate of each Spider Hitch to make it "one-size-fits-all" as much as possible.
Note: in all cases it is the operator's responsibility to ensure that auger spouts and the rear chopper are in the raised positions for transport and towing.
Mounting a Spider Hitch to a John Deere X9, Lexion, New Holland, or Case is easily done in a few minutes simply by lifting it up and installing the four appropriate supplied bolts and spacers. John Deere S series requires removing 4 bolts and replacing them with the longer ones provided off to the left side of the rear axle. After that the dealer or customer has to provide the 2 gauge wires and complete the connection between the battery and the winch cables.
The Warn winch is rated for a weight of 12,000 lbs of dead weight. Although some headers or tanks exceed this weight rating the assistance of the rolling of the wheels allows the winch to complete the job.
Internal stress tests have been completed to determine that the overall towing capacity of the hitch once latched is 25,000 lbs.