fire4t3 Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 (edited) I know this question has been asked before but looking through the forums it doesn't look like anybody ever got an actual weight. Anybody have a actual weight of a b61 single axle tractor or chasis? The reason I ask is, I have been itching to get a b-61 project truck. I have a 12k deckover dovetail bumperpull trailer that I pull with a f350 and I'm wondering if it would be good enough to carry a b61 single axle tractor,or maybe just a cab-chasis without 5th wheel. Anybody use a simular setup? Edited June 20, 2012 by fire4t3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I know this question has been asked before but looking through the forums it doesn't look like anybody ever got an actual weight. Anybody have a actual weight of a b61 single axle tractor or chasis? The reason I ask is, I have been itching to get a b-61 project truck. I have a 12k deckover dovetail bumperpull trailer that I pull with a f350 and I'm wondering if it would be good enough to carry a b61 single axle tractor,or maybe just a cab-chasis without 5th wheel. Anybody use a simular setup?For what its worth, my B61X (11:00R x 24, ENDT 675, Duplex, 29,000lb rear, 6/8 yard Galion 10' Dump (300U)) weighs in at 17,800 with about 40 gals. of fuel. I would guess the body and hoist is around 3000/4000? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdogtrucker Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I saw a complete B61T get scrapped that was very rough,but all there.It was a little over 10K.The old reg. for my B75T says 10,500. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124683 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I would presume that your 12k trailer would handle it OK, if it is long enough to the tractor on. Watch out for front overhang getting into your tailgate. Just be sure you have good synthetic grease in the wheel bearings and the heaviest load range tires you can find to fit and properly inflated. Your F350 will do the job fine. My F250 with a heavy 32ft enclosed gooseneck and Diamond T pick up grosses right at 20,000 and handles like a baby carriage. From South Carolina up 77, 81 and 84 to Springfield with cruise set at 68-70 MPH got 10.8 MPG overall.Brocky Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124696 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 When mine was a short single axle tractor with no bunk, it was just under 12K total, so says the CAT scales at the truck stop. Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124699 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Horse Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 I would presume that your 12k trailer would handle it OK, if it is long enough to the tractor on. Watch out for front overhang getting into your tailgate. Just be sure you have good synthetic grease in the wheel bearings and the heaviest load range tires you can find to fit and properly inflated. Your F350 will do the job fine. My F250 with a heavy 32ft enclosed gooseneck and Diamond T pick up grosses right at 20,000 and handles like a baby carriage. From South Carolina up 77, 81 and 84 to Springfield with cruise set at 68-70 MPH got 10.8 MPG overall.BrockyBrocky-so what do you have for a motor in your 250. By the way-sorry I didn't get to meet you at the show. I stopped at the ATHS web booth on Sunday and they gave me a window sign with my "handle". They should have been passing those out at registration. I did get to meet Maddog-he was parked in the row in back of me. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 Red HorseI have a 2006 F250 with the 6.0 Power Stroke and Ford 5 speed automatic. Strictly stock, no chips or upgrades.Brocky Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124706 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fire4t3 Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Brocky, were you at the Macungie show, if so I think Myself and my wife were talking to you in the parking area when you were walking back to your diamond t pick-up. You mentioned that ur daughter lived in PA and you were from SC. Small world, we had the 3 kids, we were in front of my f350 and my wife offered u a cold beverage, it was hot that day. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124766 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fire4t3 Posted June 20, 2012 Author Share Posted June 20, 2012 Thank you guys for the responses. I have been toying with the idea of getting a mack b for about the last 4 years. I'm usually the most pumped after the macungie show. I don't have a barn or shop to be able work on a truck indoors yet but hoping to have one up by end of this summer, so this may be the year I actually pull the trigger and get a "B". Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124769 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdogtrucker Posted June 21, 2012 Share Posted June 21, 2012 If you really want a B i'd grab one if you find a deal.They aren't cheap and everywhere anymore... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124898 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 If you really want a B i'd grab one if you find a deal.They aren't cheap and everywhere anymore...Aint that the truth...Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-124976 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 Fire4t3Yes, I was at Macungie. Am 6'4" 250 with yellow tint glasses and depending on which day a Brockway or HVTA shirt.Think I remember you, out by the transport parking?? Talked with so many people and am lousy remembering names!!Brocky Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/25750-actual-b-61-weight/#findComment-125057 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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