John Deere 60-in. Quick-Hitch Front Blade

<div class="accordion-wrap"><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">60-in. (152-cm) Quick-Hitch Front Blade</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/54fblade/r4x002205_rrd_x739_60fb_450x350.jpg" alt="60-in. (152-cm) Quick-Hitch Front Blade"> <span class="caption">60-in. (152-cm) Quick-Hitch Front Blade</span> </div> </div> <p>The 60-in. (152-cm) Front Blade is excellent for moving snow, gravel, dirt, sand, or other loose material. It can be hydraulically angled up to 27 degrees right or left or used in the straight-ahead position.<br><br>The front quick-hitch mounting system allows for tool-free change between the front blade, rotary broom, and snow blower on garden and small-chassis tractors.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Heavy-duty construction gives long life</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/60_front_blade/r4x002063_rrd_60_front_blade_hd_construction_350s.jpg" alt="Front blade heavy-duty construction"> <span class="caption">Front blade heavy-duty construction</span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/60_front_blade/r4x002063_rrd_60_front_blade_reinforcing_350s.jpg" alt="Welded reinforcing angle and scraper edge"> <span class="caption">Welded reinforcing angle and scraper edge</span> </div> </div> <p>The cutting edge and blade form a continuous curve:</p> <ul> <li> <div> Rolls rather than pushes material, providing greater capacity </div></li> </ul> <p>The cutting edge on this blade is reversible.<br>A replaceable cutting edge greatly extends the useful life of the blade.<br>A reinforcing angle is welded behind the front edge of the blade to provide added strength.<br>Standard, heavy-duty&nbsp;skid shoes last&nbsp;a long time:</p> <ul> <li>Large surface size of 57 mm&nbsp;(2.2 in.) x 60 mm (2.4 in.)&nbsp;= 3420 mm²&nbsp;(5.3 sq in.)</li> <li>Made&nbsp;from high-carbon, heat-treated steel for long life</li> </ul></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Breakaway feature</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/60_front_blade/r4x002063_rrd_60_front_blade_breakaway_350s.jpg" alt="Breakaway feature"> <span class="caption">Breakaway feature</span> </div> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/60_front_blade/r4x002060_rrd_54_front_blade_lockout_350s.jpg" alt="Breakaway feature locking pin"> <span class="caption">Breakaway feature locking pin</span> </div> </div> <p>Two large coil springs allow the bottom of the blade edge to be pushed back if a solid object is struck:</p> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <ul class="noindent"> <li>The operator does not receive a hard jolt.</li> <li>The chance&nbsp;for damage to the blade is reduced.</li> <li>A locking pin enables the blade&nbsp;to be locked in the vertical position.</li> </ul></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Adjustable skid shoes</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/60_front_blade/r4x002063_rrd_60_front_blade_skid_shoe_350s.jpg " alt="Adjustable skid shoe"> <span class="caption">Adjustable skid shoe</span> </div> </div> <p>Adjustable skid shoes on each side of the blade allow the operator to select the correct blading height to match various conditions and job requirements:</p> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <ul class="noindent"> <li>Skid shoes are adjustable to&nbsp;eight different heights. <ul> <li>&nbsp;Seven at&nbsp; 0.5-in. (12.7-mm) increments and one&nbsp;at 1-in. (25.4-mm) increment</li> </ul></li> <li>Uniform grading/blading&nbsp;is easier when using the adjustable skid shoes.&nbsp;</li> <li>Skid shoes are replaceable, as they wear out over time.</li> </ul></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Front quick-hitch mounting system</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/54fblade/0078869_q-t_front_hitch_side-view_54fb.jpg" alt="Front quick-hitch mounting system"> <span class="caption">Front quick-hitch mounting system</span> </div> </div> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <p>The hitch slips over and locks onto the tractor frame with attached snap pins:</p> <ul class="noindent"> <li>No tools are required.</li> <li>No loose parts to find.</li> <li>The same hitch works with several front-end attachments, including the front blade, rotary broom, and snow blower.</li> <li>When used on X Series Tractors, the front quick-hitch can be installed on the tractor when the mower is installed. <ul> <li>Use of the front blade while the mower is installed is not optimum, because ground clearance is reduced and the mower deck may be damaged.</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p><em>NOTE:</em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><em>1) 2305, 2025R, 2032R, 2320, 2520, and 2720 Tractors must be equipped with <a href="/sales/salesmanual/en_NA/material_handling/attachments/_cut_equipment/lvb25xxx_front_attaching_support_kit_all_cuts.html">front-attaching support kit</a> for use with the Quik-Tatch &nbsp;front hitch.</em></p> <p><em>2) If &nbsp;planning to use a Quik-Tatch front hitch with an OnRamp™&nbsp;mower (2025R, 2032R, 2320, 2520, 2720 only), a</em>&nbsp;<a href="/sales/salesmanual/en_NA/material_handling/attachments/_cut_equipment/lvb24889_hitch_mmm_combo_backet_2x20_4115.html"><em>front hitch/mid mower combo bracket</em></a><em> is needed to retain a tool-free change between the front hitch and the mid-mower.</em></p></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Hydraulic lift and angling</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/54fblade/0078869_q-t_front_hitch_side-view_54fb.jpg" alt="Quick-hitch hydraulic lift and angling"> <span class="caption">Quick-hitch hydraulic lift and angling</span> </div> </div> <p>The&nbsp;front blade has a vertical working range of approximately&nbsp;12 in. (30.5 cm),&nbsp;with enough height for clearance over curbs and also the ability to work below ground level.<br><br>The blade can be used straight ahead or angled left or right, up to 27 degrees:</p> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <ul class="noindent"> <li>Allows moving the&nbsp;bladed material off to the side and out of the way</li> <li>Allows blading in a back-and-forth operation (no need to deadhead back to the origin)</li> </ul> <p>The blade is angled, raised, and lowered by using the tractor hydraulic system.</p></div></div></div></div><div class="accordion2_component"><div class="accordion2_top"><div class="text-size-medium text-weight-bold">Angling cylinder</div><div class="accordion2_icon w-embed"><svg width="100%" height="100%" viewBox="0 0 32 32" fill="none" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><path d="M25.3333 15.667V16.3336C25.3333 16.7018 25.0349 17.0003 24.6667 17.0003H17V24.667C17 25.0351 16.7015 25.3336 16.3333 25.3336H15.6667C15.2985 25.3336 15 25.0351 15 24.667V17.0003H7.3333C6.96511 17.0003 6.66663 16.7018 6.66663 16.3336V15.667C6.66663 15.2988 6.96511 15.0003 7.3333 15.0003H15V7.33365C15 6.96546 15.2985 6.66699 15.6667 6.66699H16.3333C16.7015 6.66699 17 6.96546 17 7.33365V15.0003H24.6667C25.0349 15.0003 25.3333 15.2988 25.3333 15.667Z" fill="currentColor"></path></svg></div></div><div style="width: 1118px; height: 0px;" class="accordion2_bottom"><div class="margin-bottom margin-small"><div><div class="seccion-images"> <div> <img src="https://salesmanual.deere.com/customer/sales/salesmanual/images/NA/lawn_equipment/features_attachment/54fblade/0078869_hyd_angling_cyl_54fb.jpg" alt="Angling cylinder"> <span class="caption">Angling cylinder</span> </div> </div> <div class="seccion-images"></div> <p>Hydraulic angling is available:</p> <ul class="noindent"> <li>Infinite positions up to 27 degrees left or right</li> </ul></div></div></div></div></div>