Abstract: An implement, such as a header for a combine, having an integral transport system with a pair of ground engaging wheels that are moved between transport positions used in transporting the implement and stowed positions on the implement during use of the implement. The wheels may be used as gauge wheels during use to support the ends of the implement. A trailer tongue is retractable and stowed onboard the implement during use, as is a tongue jack. Lights are provided at the end of the implement for visibility during transport. The lights are stowed beneath a cover on the end of the implement to protect the lights from damage during use. All components of the transport system are carried on the implement during use to ensure that they are with the implement when needed to transport the implement. All components are mounted with pins, enabling the implement to be converted between transport and use configurations without the use of hand tools.

Abstract: A preformed frame for a harvesting machine header having a main beam that is constructed of a single piece tube extending from end to end of the header. The single piece tube is preformed by vertically cutting the tube at a location intermediate the two ends and bending the tube to raise the ends upward and forward. A cap covers the top, front and rear walls of the beam and a gusset plate is placed on the bottom of the single piece tube at the location of the cut. The gusset plate, cap and single piece tube are welded together to hold the preformed shaped of the tube. When the header is supported above ground, the deflection brings the cutterbar, not the main beam, to a substantially straight and horizontal position.

Abstract: An implement for a combine, having an integral transport system with a pair of ground engaging wheels that are moved between transport positions used in transporting the implement and stowed positions on the implement during use of the implement. The wheels may be used as gauge wheels during use to support the ends of the implement. A trailer tongue is retractable and stowed onboard the implement during use, as is a tongue jack. Lights are provided at the end of the implement for visibility during transport. The lights are stowed beneath a cover on the end of the implement to protect the lights from damage during use. All components of the transport system are carried on the implement during use to ensure that they are with the implement when needed to transport the implement. All components are mounted with pins, enabling the implement to be converted between transport and use configurations without the use of hand tools.