Com: djteako: Unfortunately Champion proved 35 years ago that bigger isn't better with the t-80/t-100's. Cat won't go any bigger than the 24m as after that size they become unproductive . Proof is where this machine currently sits - in the bone yard of PrB with the engine removed . The S18G is a much better designed machine for this aplication - though I sure would love to plow some snow with this !!!!!!!

 

The toolbar is attached at the back instead of in front, that should by all rights preload the driving wheels with more weight for better traction

Com:Pat kellery: Forward Rams great,take the load,boss points,major welding point in rock or non fluffy surface,loading articulation,pin point big problem.and mechanic even looks at it,blade is way to heavy gauge and will cause hopping,my 24m most likely could do the same as it,great idea but I think it's 100k extra not needed.i really have the great thoughts on what could make it a money maker,with less hopping and makes better grading in a higher speed.more efficient