Bobcat Tractor Reviews

So that's what I did. The left wheel, as if finally realizing that the task wasn't as hard as it seemed, gripped the ground and almost effortlessly drove the mower forward and off the anthill.

Transmission The type of transmission is a key feature to consider, because it will make a big difference in the way the tractor performs. Tires The tires of a tractor are designed to provide lots of traction so that the tractor can do heavy work.

With their wider mower decks, you can mow more land in less time, and additional features like hydraulic steering and four-wheel drive give them an edge over lawn tractors when it comes to versatility and adaptability.

Emergency Transport A flood, tornado or other natural disaster may make roads impassable. Without further ado, here are 15 of the best reasons to own a tractor. When selecting a mower attachment, be sure that it matches the horsepower of your tractor.

You've finally gotten a few acres in the country, and you're eager to start a farming endeavor: maybe some livestock, an acre of vegetables, an orchard or even a berry farm. The American manufacturers also never innovated much in this equipment sector—even...

If you are heading west out of Spokane, Wash., on Highway 2 the last weekend in August, watch for old combines working in fields on the north side of the road. A sign off to the side of the road announced the Vintage Harvest.

Under this setup, the mower would run for weeks or even months without needing to be refueled. When set to the fastest gear at full throttle, the mower was ridiculously fast—much faster than my brother would ever want to drive.

Typical farm chores, such as plowing fields, cutting and baling hay, and transporting and feeding hay in the winter, are made easier by the use of the tractor; however, this machine is a true workhorse, going beyond the typical farm tasks when let out...

It could, depending on the length of the grass that you have to mow. Of course, every yard is different with its own issues, and depending on how many items you need to navigate (trees, buildings and so on), you might find that a mix of directions is...

Deutz-Fahr tractors are built alongside the Lamborghini tractors, and besides the color difference (Lamborghini in silver and Deutz-Fahr in green), both looked very similar to me. The new silver Lamborghini tractors with blue trim were designed by the...

Thanksgiving Day might be behind us, but the feelings that the day promotes can (and should) linger year round. So the next time you hook up your Brand A plow to your Brand B tractor, with a Brand C brush mower waiting to be used later in the day, don't...

Again, tighten it down either by torque spec (recommended) or by the same rule of thumb used with the filter bolts. You'll need: new oil a new filter a new drain plug crush washer or rubber gasket possibly a new plug This might also be a nice time to...

We look at three tractor attachments that can help you get the job done. This is when a rear grading blade comes in handy—these attachments excel at the fine-tuning work and can help finish up what the box blade starts.

Measure Your Tires If the tire is completely shot and you determine that you need a new one, the first step is to find the tire size. Shop Locally For Tires Don Graham/Flickr If you've determined you need or want a new tire—or at least want to price...

It's not the easiest of tasks, but baling your own hay is a satisfying project that is—in my opinion—well worth the effort involved. You could cut it yourself, rake it yourself , bale it yourself and stack it in the barn yourself, no help required.

Not necessarily, when it comes to tractors. The Massey might have the looks and the power, but Little Mo still wins out for reliability, at least in my mind. Little Mo shows her age a bit with some rust and worn paint—actually, she was repainted at...

As always, farm machines have the potential to be dangerous, and caution should always be foremost when using machines to do any job. Try alternate methods with caution. While this works well in many cases, the three-point hitch can be stronger, and there...

A better approach might be to lift them with the front-end loader on a tractor, but not everyone has a front-end loader—if you don't, you'll have to find another way. It needs to be large enough that the objects you'll be moving won't fall off, and...

It's easier on the machine, too. Store a diesel only with the fuel tank full and fuel stabilizer added.) Care for Batteries: If batteries will be unused for several months, give them a fresh charge and then consider giving them a top-off charge a couple...

Winter in the northern hemisphere officially begins Dec. Safety goggles (to protect your eyes) and salt (which lowers the freezing point of water and can help melt ice) should also be on your checklist.

If workday servicing hasn't previously identified the need to change air or fuel filters, “seasonal or sooner” is recommended here, as well. Periodic servicing recommendations are most often based on operating hours, such as changing oil every 100...

The right tool saves time and effort, making cleanup easier and more fun to do. Use the infographic below to figure out what piece of farm machinery will help you complete your springtime chores.

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Because I don't recommend that anyone blast stumps out of the ground with dynamite like in The Fields of Home by Ralph Moody (one of my favorite books), let's focus on a few other tools that hobby farmers can use to remove tree stumps from the ground...

Most hobby farmers must eventually deal with removing rocks from their fields or yards. Larger ones, meanwhile, can make interesting landscaping attractions and conversation pieces.

Treat your small farm tractor right with a comprehensive daily, seasonal and annual maintenance program. Daily Tractor Maintenance Checklist Seasonal Tractor Maintenance Checklist This article originally appeared in the May/June 2012 issue of Hobby Farms.

If you run tires with excessively low tire pressure, tread wear increases dramatically, as does fuel use. Check the fan's drive belt for wear and tension, and visually inspect the radiator core and grill screen.