Most Common Tractor Attachments To Consider
Stocking your barn with necessary equipment is a time-consuming and costly process. When it comes to tractors and the different attachments you can use, there are a variety of available options that will enhance your ability to work your land. This blog discusses some of the most common attachments you should consider for your tractor, regardless of duties or demands.
Front Loader
For many users, the front loader is the most popular attachment; almost everyone should have one of these. You can attach the front loader to the tractor, then connect various other implements to the front loader.
A front loader is multifunctional and has many applications on land, including transporting large loads. Many people use a front loader to relocate dirt or shovel snow. However, it’s essential to ensure your tractor’s fluid system is up to date and well-oiled to aid your front loader in performing its duties safely, specifically when hauling heavy loads or other implements.
Rotary Cutter
A rotary cutter attachment is the most ideal implement to help efficiently maintain land. Rotary cutters can attach at various points on a tractor, including between the axles or at the front or rear of the tractor. Typically, the rotary cutter aids in maintaining the land’s growth by cutting down weeds, tall grass, or unnecessary shrubs. Many rotary cutters will trim the land to as short as an inch.
Rear Blade
Another one of the most common attachments used for specific duties is a rear blade. This attachment requires a tractor hitch and is beneficial in leveling the grounds. You can use a rear blade while driving the tractor forward or backward, so long as the three-point hitch is correctly set up. This attachment works well on materials such as gravel, bedrock, and soil.
Pallet Fork
A pallet fork is an attachment that accompanies a front loader. This is an incredibly versatile piece of equipment, and many find their best use in hauling hay bales or other oversized farming products. Generally, if you see a front loader, a pallet fork is somewhere nearby because it can serve multiple purposes.
Spreader
A spreader is an essential piece of equipment for those with land to harvest. This attachment requires a ground-driven or power take-off setup with the tractor, as it is a highly mechanical attachment. Most spreaders currently in use and on the market aid in scattering fertilizer, wood chips, salt, compost, or other spreadable organic matter. Farmers particularly enjoy the spreader for its ability to cover a lot of ground in a short amount of time.
While each tractor attachment serves a specific purpose, many will find that investing in each one may be advantageous to their land. Consider the different duties you perform and make the investment that will add value to your work. It’s also essential to follow all manufacturer’s attachment instructions to ensure your safety.
