Snow Pusher for Tractor HLA 1500 Series

If you’re new to the idea of a snow pusher or if you aren’t sure why we prefer it over a snow plow, check out our videos below comparing the two. But if you already know about a snow pusher and and just need to decide on the right size for your tractor or skidsteer, read on below.

Snow Pusher Vs Snow Plow Vs Snow Blower

A snow pusher is way cheaper than a blower, and has no moving parts and can move more snow before leaving windrows compared to a plow.

So why shop HLA’s?

Well the folks at HLA created the most robust, well-built and smartly-designed snow pusher we have found yet—a welded double end-wall means no internal cross-bracing to trap snow, a radiused back keeps snow rolling forward as you push, and a fully-enclosed backdrag that pulls serious snow compared to the competition’s which feel like afterthoughts. And that’s not even the full list of features that set HLA apart.

The 1500 Series is best for most subcompact and small compact tractor owners and is available in widths from 54 to 72 inches.

Key advantages of the HLA Snow Pusher Design include:

• Radius back which releases snow instead of letting it stick
  • Mouldboard Thickness: 1/8″
  • Vertical Stiffener Thickness: 1/4″
• Reinforced & Tapered Double-Wall Side Panels
  • Eliminate Internal Cross Bracing That Unnecessarily Traps Snow
  • Sidewall Thickness: 3/16″
• Totally enclosed backdrag option so snow can’t escape (1500/1800 Series only)
  • No other pusher on the market has this feature!
• Bolt-on quick attach frame for more flexibility over time
  • JDQA, SSQA, and Yanmar Quick Attach available
• Reversible, replaceable, and adjustable scraping edges
  • Steel or Rubber edge standard
  • UHMW edge upgrade optional
• Replaceable, replaceable, and adjustable skid runners
  • Steel Runners Standard
  • UHMW Upgrade Optional
  • Extra-Wide Skid Runners for Gravel Surfaces Optional
• No Mechanical or Moving Parts
  • Less opportunity to break
  • No Maintenance Required
  • Better than an Angling Snow Plow or Snow Blower in this regard

WHEN ORDERING A SNOW PUSHER, THESE ARE THE DECISIONS TO MAKE:

1. Series: 1500, 1800, 2500, 3500
2. Widths (in inches): 54, 60, 66, 72, 84, 96, 108, 120, 132, 144. Not all sizes available in all series
3. Color: Black is stocked. For a custom color, expect a long lead time.
4. Backdrag: Yes or No. It’s highly recommended to buy this at the time of purchase because it will not add any shipping cost.
5. Connection Type: JDQA, SSQA in all series. Yanmar QA only available in 1500 Series. Global available in 2500 and 3500 Series.
6. Replaceable edge for main pusher box: steel, rubber, or UHMW. UHMW is cut to length, ready for you to drill out and add your own hardware (hardware available for purchase here).
7. Edge for backdrag: The backdrag does have an integrated steel edge which is usable. Optional replaceable steel, rubber, and UHMW edges.
8. Skid Runners: Steel runners are included in the base price. Optional UHMW runners to protect your drive.
9. Assembly: If you select Pre-Assembly all components arrive bolted together with no assembly required by customer. *Always adjust skid shoes for your conditions upon arrival.

*For COMPLETE protection if you are pushing snow on asphalt, concrete, or other delicate surfaces, you will want rubber or UHMW on all contact points including edges and skid runners.

HLA 1500 Snow Pusher – Types of Cutting Edge

UHMW: (sometimes called poly or plastic) is best summed up by saying “it cuts like steel, but protects like rubber.” Great wear properties, cuts well through packed snow, very quiet, protective of paved/concrete surfaces. Lasts nearly as long as steel. UHMW is an acronym that stands for Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene.

Hardware for UHMW cutting edges available in this listing.

Rubber: Protective of paved/concrete surfaces, very quiet, doesn’t cut packed snow at all, shortest life span.

Steel: Wears very well, cuts packed snow very well, but is hard on paved/concrete surfaces, leaves rust stains, and is loud. Great for gravel, stone, and other unpaved surfaces.

***NOTE: UHMW edges are cut to length, ready for you to drill out and add your own hardware.***

UHMW Installation is easy! This material cuts similar to wood, so the same tools can be used. Use the existing holes on the pusher components as your template. Then, drill out the piece of UHMW with a multipurpose drill bit matching the hole diameter. For backdrags and main edges, use 1/2″ x 3″ bolts with washers and lock nuts. No backer bars required.

IF YOU WANT MORE TRACTION (AND SAFETY) READ ON…

Every tractor utilizing a front-end loader needs counterweight. How much is specified in your tractor or loader manual. But in addition to safety, counterweight will improve your traction significant, something especially critical during the snowy months of the year.

Shop our Ultimate Weight Bundle to get huge savings when you combine counterweight solutions.

Worry Free Guarantee!

To get the Fitment Guarantee, you must email us prior to purchase and take our written recommendation on product selection and options. We offer this guarantee because we want you to have a pain-free and confident buying experience.  It’s your hard-earned money you’re spending and we don’t take that lightly.