Ballast Box

Description

The Earth & Turf Ballast Box for compact tractors fits category I 3-point hitches, and is 3-point quick hitch compatible. Empty, it weighs 125 lbs. Capacity is 4.75 or 7.0 cubic feet – plenty of room for adequate ballasting materials. Built-in convenience features include pre-drilled holes for tool box mount, tool carrier loops for shovels, rakes, etc., a hitch for towing, and corner drainage holes.

All boxes come standard with holders for rakes and shovels for operator convenience and a welded hitch tab so a trailer can be hooked up without removing the box. An option receiver hitch tube is available as an option.

Specifications:

• 4.75 Cubic Foot Box Dimensions: 24″ Wide x 20″ High x 16.5″ Deep
• Overall Height to Top Link Connection: 29″
• Capacity: 4.75 Cubic Feet, Weight: (Empty) 125 LBS

Why Our Ballast Box

Looking for a simple ballast with better. balance and more control?

The Ballast Box is a straightforward solution for improving tractor stability during loader and implement work.

When a tractor lacks proper rear weight, it can feel light, unstable, and harder to control. Adding ballast helps restore balance—making work safer, smoother, and more predictable.

This box is built to do exactly that.

Fits Standard 3-Point Hitches

Designed to work with tractors equipped with a standard 3-point hitch, this ballast box mounts easily and stays secure while you work.

No complicated setup. No extra adjustments. Just dependable rear ballast.

Why Ballast Matters

Proper ballast helps:

• Improve tractor balance
• Increase traction
• Reduce front axle strain
• Make loader work safer and more efficient

It’s a small addition that can make a noticeable difference in how your tractor handles.

Fill It to Match Your Needs

The Ballast Box can be filled with concrete, sand, gravel, or steel—allowing you to adjust the weight based on your tractor size and the job at hand.

You decide how much ballast you need. The box provides the structure.

Built for Everyday Use

Constructed from heavy-duty steel, this ballast box is made to handle tough conditions and regular use.

Mud. Rain. Heat. Cold. It’s built to keep working regardless of the weather.

Practical Weight. Real Results.

You may not think much about ballast until you use it.

Then the difference is clear. Better balance. Better control. Less strain on your equipment.

That’s the purpose of the Ballast Box.