Alpha Front Hitches

Backed by LaForge expertise, Alpha is a true step forward for economy and reliability in front hitches.

Available with 2.5 or 3.5 ton lift capacity, Alpha is designed for standard applications such as: packer, field cultivator, mower, defoliator, weight frame,...

Alpha 2.5
  Alpha 2-5 by LAFORGE is designed specifically for use with tanks, spraybooms, bale spears, light cultivators, packers, etc. With an optional weight frame, it is also an easy way to add and remove front weights as needed. The integrated design leaves turning radius and tractor clearance intact. A unique locking pin allows for independent vertical flotation of the lower links, thus providing ground contour following for the implement. The hinge is perpendicular to the direction of travel to prevent self-locking when pushing. The pin can also be used to lock the hitch solid for use with tanks or a spray boom for example, or it can be used for folding the lower links vertically when not in use.

Alpha 3.5
  Alpha 3-5 by LAFORGE is based on the Alpha 2-5 design but increased lift capacity. It is intended for use with tanks, spraybooms, bale spears, light cultivators, packers, etc. With an optional weight frame, it is also an easy way to add and remove front weights as needed. The integrated design leaves turning radius and tractor clearance intact. A unique locking pin allows for independent vertical flotation of the lower links, thus providing ground contour following for the implement. The hinge is perpendicular to the direction of travel to prevent self-locking when pushing. The pin can also be used to lock the hitch solid for use with tanks or a spray boom for example, or it can be used for folding the lower links vertically when not in use.

Specs Alpha 2. 5 Alpha 3. 5
Category 2 2
Rated Lift Capacity 5500 lbs 7700 lbs
ISO Lift Capacity 3750 lbs 5300 lbs
Lift Range 27.6" 27.6"



HDS/MDS Front Hitches



HDS Front Hitches
  The HDS is the heaviest built model in the LAFORGE MODULAR SERIES of hitches. Because it really only has one moving part, in addition to the cylinders, it is extremely rugged and reliable. Its narrow design allows for full steering angle even if the tractor tread width is set for narrow rows. Equipping your tractor with an HDS is the best way to attach a dozer blade. For most makes there is full clearance and no steering interference under the tractor.
The complete hitch unit includes two or three modules;
  1. The hitch module is the mechanism with the cylinders, lower links, center link, etc.
  2. The tractor module is a sturdy frame, computer designed for each individual tractor model. It reinforces the tractor body and serves as a support for the hitch module, as well as for an optional LAFORGE PTO.
  3. The optional push-bar module is strongly recommended for most tractors in conjunction with and HDS hitch module. It connects the hitch module to the rear end of the tractor to prevent excessive stress on the tractor frame and the engine block.

MDS Front Hitches
  The MDS is a heavy built Cat.2 system in the LAFORGE MODULAR SERIES of hitches. Having only one moving part, in addition to the cylinders, makes it very rugged and reliable. Its narrow design allows for full steering angle even if the tractor tread width is set for narrow rows. For most makes there is full clearance under the tractor and no steering for interference most makes. It is an economical system for use with the ever more popular mower combinations for hay as well.

Specs HDS MDS
Category 2, 3N 2
Rated Lift Capacity 12,100 lbs 7700 lbs
ISO Lift Capacity 8000 lbs 4530 lbs
Lift Range 28.3" 27.6"



*Note: A.B.C. Groff is an equipment dealer. We are NOT the Manufacturer.

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