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Versatile, compact and fuel-efficient, <\/span>utility tractors<\/span><\/a> are an ideal machine for acreage and commercial farmers alike. Ranging from the size of a ride-on mower, to traditional-sized tractors, a good utility tractor is capable of doing a multitude of jobs around your property. <\/span><\/p>\n

Most of the major names in ag\u2014<\/span>John Deere<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Kubota<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Case IH<\/span><\/a>, etc.\u2014offer a good range of utility tractors with a variety of features to suit different applications. But what should you be looking for when buying a new utility tractor?<\/span><\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019re going to take a look at the things you need to know when buying a utility tractor. <\/span><\/p>\n

What You Need Your Utility Tractor To Do<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Front<\/p>\n

First and foremost, what you need your utility tractor to do is going to be the biggest factor in your purchasing decision. There\u2019s no point buying the top-of-the-line, most powerful model if all you need is a tractor for basic property maintenance. So your first port of call \u00a0is working out exactly what you are going to use it for. <\/span><\/p>\n

Related:<\/b> Top 5 Lawn Tractors Ideal for Large Properties<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Each brand has their own series, families or classes of tractors. Whether they\u2019re separated by power, size or industry, you\u2019ll usually be able to narrow down your choices by considering the task at hand and comparing that to the available options. <\/span><\/p>\n

Sizes & Categories<\/span><\/h2>\n

Making sure your tractor is the right size will save you money in the long run. In most cases, smaller tractors are going to be the least powerful while the most affordable. <\/span><\/p>\n

The smallest of the John Deere utility tractor range, the 1 Family series, features the 1023E and the 1025R which have a 22 HP and a 24 HP engine respectively. While their largest series, the 6 Family series (which has a massive 22 models available!) goes up to 195 HP.<\/span><\/p>\n

Common Utility Tractor Applications By HP<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
0-35 HP<\/span><\/td>\n36-70 HP<\/span><\/td>\n71 HP+<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mowing<\/span><\/p>\n

Seeding<\/span><\/p>\n

Gardening<\/span><\/p>\n

Light loading & grading<\/span><\/td>\n

Post-hole digging<\/span><\/p>\n

Brush cutting<\/span><\/p>\n

Tilling<\/span><\/p>\n

Baling<\/span><\/td>\n

Heavy grading & loading<\/span><\/p>\n

Brush cutting<\/span><\/p>\n

Land clearing<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving dirt piles, logs & rock<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Related:<\/b> Top 3 Small Tractor Brands Under 100hp<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

So it\u2019s easy to see that the size of your utility tractor is going to affect its performance and what it brings to the table. Of course, it will also affect the price\u2014from how much it costs upfront, to fuel, maintenance and storage\u2014there\u2019s a lot to consider when choosing the right size utility tractor. So make sure you factor in these other costs prior to purchasing, so you have a better idea of how much it\u2019ll cost long-term.<\/span><\/p>\n

Specs<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"Massey<\/p>\n

Possibly the most important step of any purchasing process, is making sure your chosen utility tractor has the specs to handle the work you need it to do. <\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure you get the spec sheets or product brochures for any <\/span>tractor<\/span><\/a> you\u2019re purchasing. These can be found on the manufacturer\u2019s website or from your local dealer. Specs should be one of the first things you consult when assessing the work you need to do and whether the tractor is right. <\/span><\/p>\n

There are a few common specs that will give you the best idea of the tractor\u2019s abilities, such as: <\/span><\/p>\n