Tractors can flip, and they also can be controlled. I have just recently gotten into the F series, but have quite a few years with a Super M (and more Letters since then).
I cannot tell you the number of times I have pulled VERY heavy loads of logs and firewood out of the woods, steering with the brakes because the front wheels were off the ground. It's not for the faint of heart, nor for someone who is not used to it.
I learned very quickly as a teenager, about the "climb" of the SM. Was making a go-kart track, and needed to pull some pine trees out. I cut the trees at about 6', hauled the top away, and then chained to the top of the 6' stump and worked them out. However, one was rather tough, and the rear wheels were digging in, until the really "bit" in. Front of the tractor came up VERY fast, and I slammed the clutch. Needless to say, the front came down faster than it went up. Blew out both front tires (they were dry rotted to begin with). Luckily, I hit the clutch before it came all the way over. Also lucky, the only thing broken was the front tires/tubes........and my savings. Dad made me buy new tires/tubes.
As with any older machinery, there is danger. Even the most experienced operator can have a mis-hap. And as with everything else, you learn by listening to those who have experience, pay attention at all times, and THINK THINK THINK (ie. anticipate as best you can).
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