Farming Tractors: The #1 Piece Of Equipment In A Farmer's Arsenal
Tractors are the ultimate tool for mowing, pulling, hauling, and simply traveling across the acres. Which tractor you choose depends on the jobs you need to do with it, and on your own personal tastes and preferences. Prices vary widely on farming tractors, according to their size, power level, and features. Suppliers of farm equipment offer a wide range of tractors from which to choose. Interestingly, farm tractors represent a piece of agricultural history, and vintage and antique tractors are considered collectors' pieces for hobbyists and historians.
Probably the biggest name in farm tractors and machinery is John Deere. The John Deere website, www.deere.com, lists retailers and dealers who sell their products so you can find one in your area. Consider, as an example, the John Deere 5093E Limited Utility Tractor. This model features a climate controlled cab, rear- and mid-mount selective control valves, and a 4-cylinder diesel engine. With a hitch, drawbar, and PTO, this will be your most versatile piece of farm equipment. The base machine sells for $43,123.00.
Bobcat offers a line of compact tractors, great for farming and for home use. These smaller tractors are more versatile than their larger counterparts, but still have the power to do many of the same jobs. The Bobcat CT120 Compact Tractor is ideal for mowing, property maintenance, and light duty work. It is 81.8 inches tall by 108.7 inches long, and has a 21 horse power engine. Visit bobcat.com to locate a dealer in your area so you can look at this model and other compact tractors as well. The base price for this model is $12,240.00.
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For heavy pulling and farming tasks, the 5400 Series of Midrange Tractors from masseyferguson.com, are ideal. Choose from 80 to 140 engine horse power, depending on the jobs you need it to do, from pulling fallen trees out of the road, to pulling farm equipment through the fields. You will find a list of authorize dealers at the website; contact one directly for a price quote on this product. If you are seeking a hardworking machine that can handle any job, consider the Steiger and Quadtrac 4WD tractors from International Harvester. You can find all of the specifications at caseih.com, including a list of authorized dealers you can see about purchasing one. You can choose from three frame sizes, and enjoy a long wheel base, giving you optimal control in converting horsepower when needed. Horsepower ranges from 335 to 535. This tractor leases at $169 per hour. Visit a dealer for a quote on purchase. When you need a small, versatile tractor to take on a variety of jobs, consider the Kubota B Series. With 18 to 32 horse power, this is a light, efficient, and powerful tractor that will get the job done for you throughout your farm. Visit kubota.com to design your own tractor with the features you desire, and then contact an authorized dealer for a quote. You can also find a number Kubota products at messicks.com, a website dedicated to the sale of a number of pro farm supplies and equipment. |

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