The popularity of small tractors for working on relatively small farm plots is gaining popularity. Unlike "adult" models, a small agricultural unit does not require a lot of storage space. But, range of motor tractors can be confusing. They differ not only in size and engine volume, but also in many additional characteristics. No one wants to make a mistake when buying equipment that is important for the site.
Diesel or gasoline engine
The power plant, running on gasoline, is much easier to start up. Even in the cold season, starting the engine into operation does not turn into a simple task. But, operating under constant load, the gasoline unit will have a relatively small margin of safety. The diesel counterpart has more advantages:
- Minimum consumption of inexpensive diesel fuel.
- Minimal power plant maintenance.
- Able to work under load for a long time.
- Unrivaled traction performance.
- Forgives rough starts and inaccurate gear shifting.
Important: if you use high-quality fuels, do not neglect the filter elements, the power plant can work for several years without requiring major repairs.
Attachments
It is the ability to install additional devices that greatly facilitate the cultivation of the land, planting and harvesting crops that is appreciated in motor tractors. Like more "adult" brothers, the ability to hang mechanisms on the back or front of the machine, as well as connect them to the power plant, depends on many factors. The most useful and popular hinged mechanisms are:
- compact potato digger;
- industrial hay cutters;
- deep plowing plow;
- special tool for soil aeration;
- hay rake;
- plow for cleaning roads from snow.
In fact, even the smallest tractors can perform a whole range of tasks. For example, Bison motorcycle tractor with a universal mount for attachments can easily replace a whole fleet of equipment.
Important: you also need to pay attention to the wheels. Wide enough and large in diameter, they will allow the tractor not to negatively affect the soil. Provide passability in the spring and autumn seasons when high humidity makes field roads difficult to pass.
