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Sierra Box Blade 8ft (2.4m)

Sierra

$3,295.00 NZD inc GST

$2,865.22 NZD exc GST

Overview

Sierra 8ft (2.4m) box blade for tractors from 50–90HP. Category 1-2 three-point linkage with clevis-style hitch points. 8 height-adjustable ripper shanks, reversible curved cutting edges, 12mm gusseted side walls, and 1.2m³ capacity. Suited to large-scale driveway grading, land levelling, drain backfilling, and turf preparation on NZ farms and lifestyle blocks. Designed and proven in NZ for over 10 years.

Features & Benefits

  • 8ft (2.4m) cutting width — ideal for tractors 50–90HP
  • 8 height-adjustable ripper shanks — break up hard ground to 150mm depth
  • Reversible curved cutting edges — forward and rear-facing for push and pull operation
  • 12mm gusseted side walls and 10mm headstock for heavy-duty durability
  • 5mm mouldboard steel
  • Clevis-style hitch points — fast pin-on, pin-off connection
  • Dual Category 1-2 linkage pins — suits different tractor sizes
  • Quick hitch compatible
  • 1.2m³ capacity carries material to fill holes and ruts as you work
  • Designed and proven in NZ for over 10 years

Specifications

Specification Value
SKU SBB2400
Overall Width 2465mm
Cutting Width 2420mm (8ft)
Side Wall Depth 810mm
Mouldboard Height 600mm
Weight 280kg
Capacity Volume 1.2m³
Hitch Points Clevis style
3-Point Linkage Category 1-2
Number of Ripper Shanks 8
Ripper Shank Thickness 18mm
Ripper Shank Section Depth 60mm
Ripper Shanks Working Depth 150mm max below blade
Side Panel Steel Thickness 12mm
Mouldboard Steel Thickness 5mm
Headstock Steel Thickness 10mm
Tractor HP Range 50–90HP

Best For

  • Large-scale driveway grading and rut removal
  • Land levelling and turf preparation on larger properties
  • Backfilling trenches with minimal material wastage
  • Farm earthworks and track maintenance

Compatibility

  • Tractor HP: 50–90HP
  • Hitch: Category 1-2 three-point linkage (clevis style)
  • Quick Hitch: Compatible

What's Included

  • 1 × Sierra box blade frame (SBB2400)
  • 8 adjustable ripper shanks (installed)
  • Reversible curved cutting edges (installed)
  • Dual Category 1-2 linkage pins

Warranty & Support

12-month warranty. Designed and proven in NZ. Contact Implements Direct for product advice and support.

Shipping & Freight

FREE SHIPPING NATIONWIDE — August Special. Delivered via Mainfreight to your door or nearest depot anywhere in New Zealand.

Box Blades — Common Questions

What is a box blade used for?

Moving and redistributing material — building up a driveway or track, spreading metal or topsoil, and rough levelling. The enclosed sides and rear scarifier shanks (on models that have them) let it carry material rather than just push it, which a plain grader blade can't do.

Do I need the scarifier shanks/ripper teeth?

Shanks are useful for breaking up hard-packed ground or compacted driveways before you level them — if you're mostly redistributing already-loose material, you may not need them, but most box blades ship with them fitted or as an option.

What size box blade do I need?

Size to your tractor's horsepower and hitch category, not just the area you're covering — an oversized box blade on a small tractor will struggle to lift and won't track straight. See our Tractor Size Guide for hitch category and PTO horsepower guidance.

Can a box blade replace a grader blade?

For most driveway and track maintenance work, yes — a box blade can do rough grading as well as material moving. A dedicated grader blade is still better for fine, precise levelling and finishing passes.

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