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02-18-2021, 11:02 AM
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First Post: "New" 3240
About 15 years ago I bought a 2186 new. I sold it a few years later in favor of a zero turn mower. Several years later now, I needed a snow plow. I bought this 3240 a couple days ago for it's locking cast iron transmission, power steering, and hydraulic lift plow. I couldn't be more pleased with how it performs!!!
Now for a question for those with more experience. I'm currently running the original turf tires with wheel weights and chains. I would like to get away from the chains if possible. How might I expect it to perform with 23x10.50-12 AG tires filled with windshield solvent or RV antifreeze? Would I still end up needing to get them studded? https://youtu.be/gbS5OH2Rzp4 
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02-18-2021, 11:08 AM
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02-18-2021, 11:27 AM
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First, welcome to OCC............
 I have a 784 that I run Ag Tires and 75# wheel weights year round. I have used this tractor plowing snow since 2002. I would NEVER consider doing snow duty without chains. As long as I can get traction, I have never been stuck in these Michigan winters. You do as you please.
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02-18-2021, 11:41 AM
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I will add that when I had my 2186, I had the big snow blower for it. I put AG tires on it, wheel weights, and filled them. I ended up having to drill and stud the tires to get the traction I needed. I did not try chains at that time. This "new" 3240 came with the chains.
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02-18-2021, 12:15 PM
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From what I gather, it is not the type of tire (Ag vs Turf) but the weight and chains. The "turf" tires will give you more surface area touching the ground.
In the chain department, there are "2 Link" and "4 link" chains, meaning the distance between circumference chains ( 2 or 4), as cross chains are attached. Thus the 2 link chain has twice the cross chains as compared to the 4 link, and it will cost more.
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02-18-2021, 12:31 PM
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My thought was that turf tires will push much more of the chain in direct contact with the pavement. Obviously, AG tires are working well for you, so must not be much of an issue.
FYI, I have 2-link chains on it I ordered new side fasteners for them last night.
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02-18-2021, 12:48 PM
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Read Roland's post carefully. You can have chains on and still slip. He's also advised you on having extra weight, too, which is very wise. I have rolled my tires around with chains on, so you will definitely need to get some weight to the rear tires, especially if you are using a snow thrower, Haban blade, or Sweepster broom. The IH blades don't weigh as much and therefore, you MIGHT be alright if you are just using one of them. You can add weight to the rear tires by using a weight box, wheel weights, loaded tires (if they are really loaded, then you can give the some coffee to sober them up!), or eat more and add your own weight. If you don't like the chains slapping against your tires, some rubber straps or bungee cords are a very inexpensive fix for that.
To better answer your question about the loaded ags performance without chains, I pulled my 982 out of the garage with loaded ag 26's on the back and all I did was spin within 3 feet outside of the door (I have a Haban 54" blade on the front). I put it in reverse and pulled it back in. Without chains, even with loaded ags, you will be disappointed. Welcome to Cub Cadets. A great forum with even better members! Cub Cadet 123
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02-18-2021, 01:00 PM
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As pictured, I already have 75# wheel weights and would load the AG tires if I went that direction. Sounds like there's no way around chains or studs though. The studded and loaded AGs did great on my 2186. I was just hoping to not have to stud them.
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02-18-2021, 03:12 PM
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You might want to install the chains tightly/correctly so you don't have to use springs ,bungee straps or what ever to keep them tight.
When installed correctly they work as designed and don't rotate or slip on the tire. It only takes a little time to do it once correctly, after that they install easily and are custom fitted. 
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