Ts 4x2 and snow question

[damifinow fish]

Hi

We are looking at buying a ts 4x2.

If I put a plow on it to push snow off sidewalks will this work or am I asking too much?

Should I just buy a 4x4 gator?

I'm planning on using chains and the upgrades in the front suspension for plowing.

Any advise would be great with this purchase.

Thanks

[jergeod]

My own thoughts, go 4x4

[Dane]

Is the differential of the TS lockable?

Otherwise I agree jergeod. Without much weight you are not going to get much traction. Long ago I had a tractor with only rear wheel drive. When I upgraded to one with 4wd I was amazed what the addition of 4wd did for it's perfomance. I have a moderately steep, paved hill to get up in one area and my golf cart had a hard time making it up the hill in some conditions was tough, and same for the tractor when 4wd is not engaged.

Basically over the years I have become a firm believer in 4wd to the point that if there is a choice I no longer even consider getting anything without 4wd. Even my lawn mowing tractors all have 4wd. It's not needed 99% of the time but when it is needed it pays for itself in saved time (wasted time getting mower unstuck).