Mechanization of farms has encouraged revolution in agriculture industry in the USA. The new generation dazzling machines are a great combination of technology and American ingenuity and help farmers increasing their productivity and efficiency but the cost of some of these equipment is as high as a house. The price of some equipment, especially large machines like harvesters and tractors is a big obstacle blocking the growth of the some farmers. If we specifically talk about the tractors, the price of a tractor with latest technology in 2020 can be similar to the cost of a damn house. Also some DIY fixes, adding some part and dealer repairs can make the cost reach a mid-five-figure range. This is the reason more farmers are taking interest in buying gently-used tractors and old models from the 1970s and '80s that are cheaper when it comes to the cost Should You Buy A New Or Used Farm Tractor? A Tractors' life is usually measured in hours of operation and not miles it run and the average hard-working farm tractor is used around 500 hours a year. But imagine if you get a used tractor that is used much less than average, it will cost you far less than a new tractor and will work like a new tractor. When you plan to buy a used tractor, you can look for a machine that is under 5,000 hours. Older tractors also have fewer parts that mean easier repairs, but less convenience as well. New tractors come with a warranty, but while purchasing make sure you get it from a trusted Brand. Newer tractor comes with lot of electronic components to make it easier to use, but when issues arise proprietary issues may make it harder to work on the tractor. To fix a modern, software-riddled machine or a major repair in a tractor like an engine or transmission may cost quite high, this is also a reason that farmers look for a used tractor of old model. The older machine may also need the more repair work. So always choose a brand model so that it will be easy for you to find the parts at a local dealer. At the end of the day after all the research you need a tractor that fits the needs of your farming operation and your budget. Take the advice of your fellow farmers, check the dealership nearby, and make your decision wisely as buying specifically this farm machinery requires huge investment.
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6/8/2022 08:35:56 am
Thank you for explaining that you should look for a machine that has under 5,000 hours of use. My sister has been wondering what kind of tractor she should get for her new farm. I'll have to share this advice with her so she can get something that will work well for her and her farm.
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1/9/2023 11:18:00 am
I have a cousin who recently bought a piece of land to start a farm next summer, so he's currently looking for the right machinery for the job. I liked what you explained about being careful when buying tractors and making sure they come with a warranty before purchasing, so I'll call my cousin later and suggest he reads this now. Thank you for the tips on new and used tractors and their main differences.
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5/10/2023 01:31:25 pm
It's good to know that you can get a warranty with a new tractor. My parents were at my house last night for dinner, and my dad was talking about how he needs to look into getting a tractor for his farm before the end of this month. I'll pass this information along to him so he can look into getting a new one.
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Hi There!My name is John. I am from California, western USA. I am living here since my childhood and currently working here as a Marketing Executive in a local Agriculture and Farm Equipment exporting company. Archives
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