{"product_id":"paddock-3-point-quick-hitch-cat-i-cat-ii","title":"Paddock™ 3-Point Quick Hitch – Cat I \u0026 Cat II","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePaddock™ 3-Point Quick Hitch\u003c\/strong\u003e makes changing tractor implements faster and easier, reducing the need to manually line up and connect each individual 3-point linkage pin.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSimply connect the quick hitch to your tractor's 3-point linkage and leave it fitted. Compatible implements can then be picked up and released using the quick hitch's \u003cstrong\u003espring-loaded locking handles\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it particularly useful for tractors regularly changing between implements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003eCategory I and Category II versions\u003c\/strong\u003e, these heavy-duty steel quick hitches are ideal for farms, acreage properties and tractor operators running multiple compatible attachments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/8493\/files\/Paddock-Logo--White-Background_medium.png?v=1469683409\" alt=\"Paddock Machinery Tractor Pallet Forks\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" width=\"183\" height=\"103\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePaddock™ Tractor 3-Point Quick Hitch\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eChanging between tractor implements can be time consuming, particularly when repeatedly connecting and disconnecting lower linkage arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Paddock™ Quick Hitch creates a convenient interface between the tractor and compatible 3-point implements. Once installed on the tractor, the hitch allows compatible attachments to be connected at the three linkage points without removing the quick hitch each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e3-Point Quick Hitch Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong\u003eCategory I and Category II\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes changing compatible 3-point implements faster and easier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo spring-loaded locking handles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick attachment and release of compatible implements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects directly to the tractor's 3-point linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCat I model features an \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable top-link ball bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCat II model features a \u003cstrong\u003efixed top-link ball bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce manual handling when changing implements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for tractors regularly swapping between attachments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo PTO or hydraulic connections required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for compatible agricultural, landscaping and property-maintenance implements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaddock™ Machinery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFaster Implement Changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe quick hitch is designed to remain attached to the tractor's 3-point linkage, allowing compatible implements to be picked up without individually connecting the tractor's linkage arms directly to each implement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTwo \u003cstrong\u003espring-loaded handles\u003c\/strong\u003e operate the lower attachment locks, providing a simple method of securing and releasing compatible implements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis can significantly simplify implement changes where operators regularly move between attachments such as aerators, spreaders, carry-alls and other compatible 3-point equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCat I \u0026amp; Cat II Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTwo versions are available to suit different tractor linkage categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCategory I model (\u003cspan class=\"text tone-auto color-subdued font-variant-numeric-auto\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eS3PQHC1\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e has an inside distance between the lower hooks of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e688mm\u003c\/strong\u003e and an outside distance of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e745mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe larger \u003cstrong\u003eCategory II model (\u003cspan class=\"text tone-auto color-subdued font-variant-numeric-auto\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eS3PQHC2\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e822mm between the inside edges of the hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e922mm across the outside edges\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdjustable \/ Fixed Top Link Bracket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe two models use different upper-link arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCat I (\u003cspan class=\"text tone-auto color-subdued font-variant-numeric-auto\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eS3PQHC1)\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporates an \u003cstrong\u003eadjustable top-link ball bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing adjustment to help accommodate compatible implements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCat II (\u003cspan class=\"text tone-auto color-subdued font-variant-numeric-auto\"\u003e\u003cslot\u003eS3PQHC2)\u003c\/slot\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e uses a \u003cstrong\u003efixed top-link ball bracket\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eHeavy-Duty Steel Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned for agricultural and property-maintenance environments, the quick hitch uses a robust steel frame capable of handling the loads associated with compatible tractor implements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Cat I hitch weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e34kg\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the larger Cat II model weighs approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60kg\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRemember that the weight of the quick hitch itself becomes part of the load carried by the tractor's 3-point linkage and should be considered when assessing available lift capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eImplement Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick hitches are not automatically compatible with every implement of the same 3-point linkage category.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBefore purchasing, check the implement's lower pin spacing, upper-link position, pin sizes and available clearance against the quick hitch dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is particularly important with older implements or attachments that were not designed around quick-hitch geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAs with the existing Paddock tractor attachment range, compatibility should be determined from \u003cstrong\u003elinkage category, dimensions and tractor capacity rather than tractor brand alone\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRapid tractor implement changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarms and acreage properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLandscaping equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAerators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreaders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarry-alls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTractor-mounted maintenance equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgricultural implements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProperty maintenance attachments\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table table-condensed\" style=\"width: 65.6637%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eCat I Quick Hitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eCat II Quick Hitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS3PQHC1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eS3PQHC2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eLinkage Category\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eCategory I\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eCategory II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eHeavy-duty steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eHeavy-duty steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eLocking System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e2 spring-loaded handles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e2 spring-loaded handles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eTop Link Ball Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eAdjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003eFixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eInside Distance Between Hooks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e688mm \/ 27.1\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e822mm \/ 32.4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eOutside Distance Between Hooks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e745mm \/ 29.3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e922mm \/ 36.3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e34kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e60kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eGross \/ Shipping Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e36kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e69kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e820 × 640 × 225mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e1020 × 630 × 330mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 41.3121%;\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e12 mths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.4326%;\"\u003e12 mths\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSafe Operation\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBefore use, ensure the quick hitch is correctly connected and secured to all three points of the tractor linkage. Confirm the implement is fully engaged with the hitch and that all locking mechanisms are correctly seated before raising or operating the attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAlways check that the tractor has adequate 3-point linkage capacity for the \u003cstrong\u003ecombined weight of the quick hitch and attached implement\u003c\/strong\u003e. The addition of a quick hitch also moves the implement rearward, which can affect tractor balance, linkage loading and available lifting capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOperate within the tractor and implement manufacturers' specified limits and use suitable ballast where required.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paddock","offers":[{"title":"Cat 1","offer_id":42746252558418,"sku":"S3PQHC1","price":299.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cat 2","offer_id":42746252591186,"sku":"S3PQHC2","price":449.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/8493\/files\/S3PQHC1..png?v=1790058829","url":"https:\/\/www.scintex.com.au\/products\/paddock-3-point-quick-hitch-cat-i-cat-ii","provider":"Scintex Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}