All-Weather Cab Protection for the BOSS Snowrator SNR24003

Commercial snow work often starts when the weather is at its worst. Snow may fall fast. Wind can drive it sideways. Meanwhile, plowing and treating walks can send snow, slush, and salt back toward the operator.

The BOSS Snowrator helps crews clear walks with less hand shoveling. However, the stand-on operator still works outside in the storm. Cab 20260 adds a barrier around that work area.

As a result, the enclosure helps reduce direct exposure to blowing snow and cold wind. The cab does not turn the Snowrator into a sealed or heated vehicle. Still, added cover can make a long winter route more comfortable.

Made to Fit the BOSS Snowrator SNR24003

Cab fit matters on a compact stand-on snow machine. Controls, lights, attachments, and the operator platform all need room to work.

Therefore, Original Tractor Cab designed Cab 20260 around the BOSS Snowrator SNR24003. Model-specific front and rear mounts hold the frame in the correct area around the operator.

The carton includes a front mount, right and left rear mounts, side frames, cross bars, connecting bars, curved side bars, rear posts, cab skirts, and mounting hardware. Thus, the enclosure uses a complete frame system rather than a loose universal cover.

85-Inch Installed Cab Height

Original Tractor Cab lists the finished cab height at about 85 inches. That added height is important when the Snowrator moves near garage doors, loading areas, trailers, branches, and other low objects.

So, measure the complete machine after Cab 20260 is installed. Never rely only on a published height when overhead clearance is tight.

Uneven ground can also change clearance as the machine moves. Therefore, leave extra room above the cab instead of trying to pass just below an obstacle.

Removable Cab Shell

The Cab 20260 shell can be removed for transport. This feature makes the enclosure more practical for commercial crews that move equipment between snow routes.

A removable shell can also help with off-season storage. As a result, owners do not have to treat the enclosure as a permanent part of the Snowrator.

Always follow the current installation manual when removing or reinstalling the shell. Then, inspect every attachment point before returning the machine to service.

Quick-Remove Steel Cab Frame

The steel frame is designed to lift out of its receivers. Therefore, the main cab structure can be removed without turning seasonal changeover into a major project.

Fast removal can be useful for a commercial snow fleet. The machine may need service, transport, storage, or a different setup as conditions change.

Recheck all mounts after reinstalling the frame. Also, make sure no loose part can move into the operator area or interfere with Snowrator controls.

Lower Side Panels Help Block Snow and Salt

A stand-on snow machine places the operator close to the surface being cleared. So, snow, slush, and salt can reach the legs from below.

Cab 20260 uses lower right and left side panels to add coverage in that area. Therefore, the enclosure does more than provide cover near the operator's head and upper body.

These lower panels are removable. That feature helps when an attachment needs extra clearance around the sides of the machine.

Front Light Shield Helps Reduce Glare

Snow removal often happens before sunrise, after dark, or during heavy snowfall. The BOSS Snowrator SNR24003 comes with two standard front lights. Yet bright light can reflect from snow and create glare.

Cab 20260 includes a front light cover or shield. It helps limit unwanted light inside the cab area and reduces reflected glare from snow.

Clear sight still depends on weather and surface conditions. Therefore, slow down or stop when blowing snow makes the work path hard to see.

Reflective Tape Adds Side Visibility

Snow crews often work near parking lots, roads, drives, and other traffic areas. Visibility can drop fast in snow or darkness.

Reflective tape on the sides of Cab 20260 helps make the enclosure more visible to approaching traffic. As a result, the cab adds a useful visual feature for night and storm work.

Reflective material does not replace warning lights, high-visibility clothing, safe work zones, or normal job-site rules. Instead, it adds another visible surface to the machine.

Storage Bag Included

Original Tractor Cab includes a storage bag with Cab 20260. So, the removable parts have a place to go when the enclosure is not on the Snowrator.

Good storage can also help protect flexible cab material from dirt and damage. Before storage, clean and dry the shell as directed by the manufacturer.

Keep the stored cab away from sharp objects and excess heat. Then, inspect the material before the next snow season begins.

Protection From Blowing Snow

Blowing snow can hit the operator from the front, side, and rear. A strong wind may also push freshly cleared snow back toward the machine.

Cab 20260 places a shell around much of the operator area. Therefore, it helps block direct snow before it reaches your clothing and face.

The enclosure does not stop every flake or gust. However, less direct exposure can make a major difference during a long commercial snow route.

Cold Wind Protection for Long Snow Routes

Wind can make cold weather feel far worse. A moving Snowrator also creates more airflow around the operator.

The cab helps break that direct flow. So, the operator can work in a more protected space than an open stand-on platform provides.

Cab 20260 is not insulated or heated. Still, blocking direct wind can add useful comfort during repeated sidewalk passes.

Protection From Salt and Winter Spray

The SNR24003 can plow snow and treat ice. Its standard configuration includes a 20-gallon brine system. Therefore, winter work may place the operator near snow, slush, salt, and liquid treatment material.

Lower side panels help reduce direct spray toward the operator's legs. The main shell also adds coverage higher around the work area.

Clean salt and treatment residue from the cab and machine as needed. Winter chemicals can be hard on metal, fabric, fasteners, and other parts.

A Cab Built for Commercial Snow Removal

Sidewalk snow work is hard on both workers and equipment. Routes may start early and continue for hours. Meanwhile, the storm may grow worse as the crew works.

A model-fit cab can help reduce some of that direct weather exposure. Therefore, Cab 20260 can be useful for contractors, property managers, campuses, hospitals, schools, municipalities, and other crews that rely on a Snowrator.

The cab does not change the Snowrator's safe operating limits. Always use the machine as BOSS directs and match speed to surface and weather conditions.

Designed Around Snowrator Attachments

BOSS designed the Snowrator as a multi-tasking snow and ice machine. Depending on setup, operators can use compatible plowing, brine, spreading, broom, and other attachment systems.

Cab 20260 includes removable lower side panels to help accommodate different attachments. As a result, the enclosure can adapt better as the machine's job changes.

Always check attachment clearance after cab installation. Stop work if an attachment, control, hose, cable, or moving part contacts the enclosure.

Easy Seasonal Removal

Snow equipment may sit for months between winter seasons. So, removable cab parts can make off-season storage easier.

The shell can come off, while the steel frame can lift from its receivers. Therefore, owners can reduce the machine's enclosed profile when the cab is not needed.

Use the included storage bag for appropriate cab components. Then, keep all hardware together so the next installation goes smoothly.

Cab 20260 Installation and Support

Correct installation matters on any stand-on machine. First, read the complete manual. Next, identify the front mount, rear mounts, frame bars, cab shell, skirts, light cover, and hardware.

The current manual lists basic hand tools such as sockets and wrenches for installation. Therefore, review the guide before starting so the correct tools are ready.

Visit the Original Tractor Cab installation manual library to find the Cab 20260 instructions.

Need help with fit or installation? Use the Original Tractor Cab contact page before changing or modifying any cab part.

You can also browse Original Tractor Cab accessories for available replacement and cab-related products.

BOSS Snowrator SNR24003 Specifications

The BOSS Snowrator SNR24003 is a stand-on snow and ice machine made for sidewalks and other tight areas. BOSS describes the Snowrator as a compact, maneuverable solution that can reduce the amount of hand shoveling needed on a snow route.

The SNR24003 combines four-wheel drive with a front snow blade and liquid brine system. Therefore, one machine can plow snow and treat icy surfaces during the same route.

Specifications can change as BOSS updates its equipment. So, use the model and serial number when you need exact service, parts, or attachment data.

Kohler 429 cc Engine

BOSS lists a Kohler engine for the SNR24003. The air-cooled gasoline engine has 429 cc of displacement and uses a carburetor.

Electric start helps crews get the machine running during cold winter work. Meanwhile, the charging system is rated at 17 amps.

A 350-amp cold-cranking battery supports starting. As with any winter machine, battery condition matters most when temperatures fall.

Four-Wheel Drive

The SNR24003 uses four-wheel drive. That design helps the machine gain traction on snow-covered surfaces.

Traction can still change with ice, slope, snow depth, and surface type. Therefore, four-wheel drive does not remove the need for safe speed and careful operation.

Always follow BOSS instructions when working on slopes or near curbs, steps, traffic, and pedestrians.

Four-Foot Straight Blade

The SNR24003 configuration comes with a four-foot straight blade. Its compact width helps the Snowrator work on sidewalks and other areas where a truck plow cannot fit.

A stand-on machine can also reduce the amount of repeated hand shoveling on a large route. As a result, the Snowrator is aimed at commercial crews that need to clear pedestrian areas fast.

Blade use can send loose snow back toward the operator. That is one reason Cab 20260 can add value during active snowfall.

20-Gallon Brine System

BOSS equips the SNR24003 configuration with a 20-gallon brine tank. Therefore, the machine can treat surface ice while it handles snow work.

This multi-tasking design can reduce the need to return with separate equipment. However, liquid treatment products can create spray and residue around the machine.

Clean the Snowrator and cab as needed after use. Also, follow the treatment product instructions for safe handling and storage.

Stainless Steel Chassis

BOSS lists a stainless steel chassis for the Snowrator. That material is a useful choice on a machine that works around snow, moisture, and deicing products.

Even stainless steel needs care. Therefore, remove salt and winter residue as part of normal maintenance.

Inspect the machine after hard use. Fix loose, damaged, or worn parts before the next route.

Standard Front Lights

Two front lights come standard on the SNR24003. That feature matters because commercial snow work often takes place in darkness.

Cab 20260 uses a front light cover to help control glare from the machine's lights and reflected snow. So, the cab design accounts for an important part of night snow removal.

Keep the lights clean. Also, replace damaged lamps before working in dark conditions.

Snowrator Approach and Departure Angles

BOSS lists a 21.5-degree approach angle for the Snowrator. The published departure angle is 21.8 degrees.

BOSS also lists a 71.7-degree break-over angle and a 15.3-degree down-pressure angle for the referenced machine.

These figures describe machine geometry. However, they do not tell an operator that every slope, curb, or obstacle is safe. Follow the BOSS operator manual for actual operating limits.

Available BOSS Snowrator Attachments

BOSS lists several attachment choices for the Snowrator platform. These include the 20-gallon brine system, four-foot straight blade, bucket mount, Exact Path 1.5, and TGS85 in the current manufacturer specifications.

Available attachments can vary with engine and machine configuration. Therefore, confirm compatibility before adding equipment to an SNR24003.

Cab clearance should also be checked each time the machine setup changes. Never operate an attachment that contacts the cab frame or shell.

Built for Sidewalk Snow and Ice Control

BOSS designed the Snowrator around one of the hardest parts of commercial snow work: sidewalks. A truck may clear a parking lot fast, yet it cannot travel down most walks.

Hand crews can clear those areas, but large properties may require many hours of labor. The Snowrator gives crews a compact powered option.

BOSS states that one Snowrator can do the work of four shovelers in its productivity comparison. Actual results will vary with snow depth, property layout, operator skill, attachments, surface conditions, and storm type.

Official BOSS Snowrator Information

Machine specifications, attachments, and service information may change. Therefore, use current BOSS data when exact information is needed for your SNR24003.

Review the official BOSS Snowrator SNR24003 product page for current manufacturer specifications.

You can also visit the official BOSS Snowplow website for Snowrator products, attachments, parts, and support.

Buy BOSS Snowrator Cab 20260 Direct From Original Tractor Cab

A snow cab must fit the machine correctly. So, buying direct gives you access to the company that makes Cab 20260.

That direct connection can help when you need installation information, replacement parts, or fit support. It can also make seasonal service easier when a cab component needs attention.

Original Tractor Cab makes enclosures and sunshades for many types of outdoor equipment. Visit the Original Tractor Cab home page to see more operator weather products.

You can also learn about the company on the Original Tractor Cab About Us page .

The History of Original Tractor Cab Company

Original Tractor Cab began in 1939. At that time, farmer Stanley Williams saw a simple problem. People who worked on tractors needed better protection from bad weather.

So, Stanley made a solution for his own tractor. Other farmers soon saw the value of his idea. Then, demand for similar weather protection began to grow.

That practical farm solution became the start of Original Tractor Cab Co., Inc. As a result, a product made to solve one farmer's problem grew into an American manufacturing business.

A Cab Born From a Real Need

The first Original Tractor Cab came from work in the field. Rain, snow, wind, cold, and sun were part of farm life.

Better operator cover had a clear purpose. Therefore, other farmers wanted the same kind of protection.

Stanley's simple design gained attention. In turn, the business began to grow around products that helped people work outdoors.

Original Tractor Cab During World War II

World War II changed the young company's work. Normal tractor cab production stopped while the company shifted its manufacturing skills toward the war effort.

Workers made backpacks and other needed military items. Later, the company returned its focus to tractor cabs and outdoor equipment products.

That period became an important part of a company history now spanning more than eight decades.

From Farm Tractors to Snow Equipment

Outdoor power equipment changed greatly after 1939. Tractors became more advanced. Lawn and garden machines also became common.

Later, compact tractors, mowers, UTVs, and specialized snow equipment created new needs. Therefore, Original Tractor Cab developed enclosures and sunshades for many types of machines.

Cab 20260 shows how far that product range has grown. The same basic idea that once gave a farmer more weather cover now gives a commercial Snowrator operator added protection during snow work.

Three Generations of American Manufacturing

The Williams family carried Original Tractor Cab forward through three generations. Meanwhile, the main goal remained simple: build practical products for people who work outdoors.

Today, the company makes protective enclosures, sunshades, and accessories for lawn, garden, tractor, and snow equipment.

Original Tractor Cab remains based in Arlington, Indiana. Moreover, American manufacturing continues to be an important part of the company's identity.

Made in the USA Since 1939

Machines have changed a great deal since Stanley Williams built his first cab. Yet bad weather still makes outdoor work hard.

Snow crews know that problem well. They work when wind, cold, snow, and ice are at their worst.

BOSS Snowrator Cab 20260 carries the Original Tractor Cab idea into modern commercial snow removal. Give the operator more weather cover so the machine can keep working.

BOSS Snowrator SNR24003 Cab 20260 FAQ

What machine fits Original Tractor Cab 20260?

Cab 20260 is designed to fit the BOSS Snowrator SNR24003. Always confirm the machine model before ordering or installing the enclosure.

How tall is the BOSS Snowrator with Cab 20260 installed?

Original Tractor Cab lists the installed cab height at about 85 inches. Measure the finished machine after installation and allow added clearance below doors, trailers, trees, and other overhead objects.

Can the Cab 20260 shell be removed?

Yes. The cab shell is removable. That feature helps with transport, service, and off-season storage.

Can the steel cab frame be removed?

Yes. Original Tractor Cab designed the steel frame so it can lift out of its receivers for fast removal.

Does Cab 20260 have lower leg protection?

Yes. Right and left lower side panels help shield the operator's legs from snow, salt, and winter spray.

Can the lower side panels be removed?

Yes. The lower panels can be removed when more clearance is needed for certain attachments. Always check attachment and cab clearance before operation.

Does the Snowrator cab help reduce light glare?

Yes. Cab 20260 includes a front light shield that helps reduce glare from the Snowrator lights and reflected snow.

Does Cab 20260 have reflective material?

Yes. Reflective tape on the sides helps increase the cab's visibility to approaching traffic and other people in the work area.

Does Cab 20260 include a storage bag?

Yes. Original Tractor Cab includes a storage bag for appropriate cab parts when the enclosure is not in use.

Is BOSS Snowrator Cab 20260 made in the USA?

Yes. Original Tractor Cab lists Cab 20260 as made in the USA.

What warranty comes with Cab 20260?

Original Tractor Cab lists a one-year manufacturer's warranty for Cab 20260. Review the current warranty terms at the time of purchase.

Does Cab 20260 protect against snow and cold wind?

Cab 20260 is designed to help reduce direct operator exposure to normal winter weather such as blowing snow and cold wind. It is not a sealed or heated operator cabin.

Will Cab 20260 protect me in a rollover or collision?

No. Cab 20260 is a weather enclosure. It is not a rollover structure, falling object structure, impact guard, debris shield, or collision-protection system.

Is Cab 20260 a genuine BOSS OEM product?

No. Original Tractor Cab Co., Inc. manufactures Cab 20260 as an aftermarket product designed to fit the BOSS Snowrator SNR24003.

Non-OEM and Liability Disclaimer

This is an aftermarket product produced by Original Tractor Cab Co., Inc. It is not a genuine BOSS OEM item. BOSS, Snowrator, related logos, trademarks, and model names remain the property of their respective owners. Brand and model references on this page are used only to identify intended product fit.

Cab 20260 is intended to help reduce direct operator exposure to normal weather elements such as snow, cold wind, and winter spray. It is not a sealed, insulated, or heated operator cabin. Weather may still enter the enclosure.

This product will only help protect from weather elements, not rollover or debris. Cab 20260 is not a Roll-Over Protective Structure, Falling Object Protective Structure, impact guard, collision-protection device, debris shield, or operator-restraint system.

The cab will not protect an operator from rollover, collision, falling objects, flying debris, thrown objects, moving attachments, vehicles, pedestrians, or other hazards.

Always follow the BOSS operator manual and current Original Tractor Cab installation instructions. Keep factory guards, shields, lights, warning labels, controls, and all other safety equipment in place and in good working condition.

Never cut, drill, weld, bend, remove, or alter a factory safety component to make the cab fit. Stop installation if any cab part interferes with a control, attachment, operator platform, safety device, light, warning label, operator exit, or required field of view.

The owner and operator must confirm correct product fit before installation and use. Machine changes, replacement parts, attachments, spreaders, blades, controls, lights, tires, and owner or dealer modifications may affect cab fit and clearance.

Adding Cab 20260 changes the Snowrator's overall height and outside dimensions. Therefore, measure the finished machine after installation. Allow safe clearance below garage doors, trailers, tree limbs, loading areas, buildings, and other overhead objects.

Never operate the Snowrator where engine exhaust can collect inside the cab. Operate outdoors with proper airflow. Stop the engine at once if you smell exhaust or suspect fumes are entering the enclosure.

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This product, machine components, gasoline engine exhaust, fuels, oils, batteries, plastics, vinyl materials, deicing products, and related equipment may expose users to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Follow all product and equipment safety instructions. Also, provide proper ventilation, wash hands after handling applicable materials, and avoid unnecessary exposure.