Tukn20s-
The curve at the bottom just helps the blade load up better. It looks like the box blade with the round sides isn't well suited for pushing backwards. I'm speaking of the one (picture) with the landscape rake. The boxblade is in the background. I'd love to see it working but never have. The model 40 is simple and designed to push backwards as well as pull. I've never seen any rippers on one. If they were an option and someone knows I'd like to hear about it. I'd also like to hear if anyone has used a model 40. How are the traction issues when the box is loaded. I imagine it would require some weight (and having hydraulics is almost a must). I have a five foot boxblade I use with my Ford 4000 and when it gets loaded it have to feather the rear pto for traction at times and the rears are water filled.
Just my thoughts.....I too plan to build one similar to the model 40 but that will be some time yet. Too many cubs to fix first.
Wayne
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