What would happen if the weight exerted on the tractor’s rear hydraulic arms is too high or far away from the tractor?
- Correct answer: The front wheels would lift in the air.
- The pressure and load would cause the tractor’s rear wheels to explode.
- The heavy load would damage the hydraulic system.
- The tractor chassis might be seriously damaged.
Why this is the answer
The correct answer in the official bank: The front wheels would lift in the air.
The rear axle acts as a pivot, so a heavy load, or one held far behind the tractor, works like a lever that raises the front end. When the front wheels lift in the air, steering control is lost and the tractor may tip over backwards. Keep loads close to the tractor, respect the permitted weight and add front ballast weights when needed.