Hooking up a tractor implement looks simple when someone else does it. Back up the tractor, line up the lower arms, connect the top link, attach the PTO shaft if needed, raise the implement, and go to work. This tractor implement hookup time test compares four common jobs: attaching a box blade, a rear finish … Read more
A compact tractor can feel simple at first: start the engine, drop the bucket, hook up an implement, and get to work. But the first 50 hours are where many new owners make small mistakes that lead to worn parts, weak performance, unsafe operation, or expensive repairs. The machine may be new, but that does … Read more
When a tractor PTO won’t engage, your mower, baler, tiller, brush hog, post hole digger, or other powered implement becomes useless. The PTO, or power take-off, transfers engine power from the tractor to an attachment. If it stops working, the cause may be simple or serious depending on the tractor type. Common causes include safety switch … Read more
A Kubota tractor won’t start for a few common reasons: a weak battery, bad fuel flow, dirty filters, faulty safety switches, starter trouble, or glow plug issues on diesel models. The good news is that many starting problems can be checked without advanced tools. Before replacing expensive parts, it is smart to start with the … Read more
Choosing the best hydraulic oil for tractors depends on the tractor model, hydraulic system design, temperature, transmission type, and manufacturer recommendations. Many owners see AW32, AW46, UTF, THF, and hydraulic/transmission fluid on the shelf and assume they are interchangeable. They are not always the same. Using the wrong hydraulic oil can cause noisy operation, weak hydraulics, poor … Read more
The University of Nebraska’s Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center near Mead has added two highly unusual tractors to its research fleet: New Holland T6.180 methane-powered machines donated by CNH. These tractors are not just new equipment for fieldwork. They represent a major step toward cleaner, farm-based energy use and give students, researchers, and … Read more
Keeping flowers healthy is not always about watering, sunlight, or good soil. Sometimes the real problem shows up at night. Raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, cats, and other small animals can dig through flowerpots, scatter soil, damage roots, and ruin plants that looked perfect the day before. A recent Farm Progress garden column tested four simple home … Read more
A worn-out tractor seat may look like a small problem, but anyone who spends hours on a compact tractor knows the truth. Cracked vinyl, weak cushioning, poor back support, and water sitting on the seat after rain can quickly turn a simple mowing, grading, or loader job into an uncomfortable day. That is why many … Read more
Kubota 3 cylinder diesel engine models include well-known engines such as the D722, D902, D905, D1005, D1105, D1305, and D1503. These compact diesel engines are commonly used in tractors, generators, mini excavators, commercial mowers, skid steers, pumps, and industrial equipment. The main reason they are so popular is simple: they offer reliable power in a … Read more
Yes, you can bale hay with a compact tractor, but the real answer depends on your PTO horsepower, transmission type, tractor weight, hay equipment, field conditions, and how much discomfort you are willing to tolerate. A compact tractor with around 35 to 43 PTO horsepower can handle light hay work. It is best suited for … Read more