Jinma Tractor Reviews

So that's what I did. In other words, it wasn't just a pile of sand and dirt—it was a tough little mound that wasn't going to be pushed over. A tractor can never have too many features.

The heart of the tractor, the engine provides the power to do heavy work. Tires The tires of a tractor are designed to provide lots of traction so that the tractor can do heavy work.

Get the right size tractor with the correct horsepower for the job. Garden Tractor Generally tougher, larger and more powerful than lawn tractors, garden tractors have significantly more options for installing attachments.

If you plan to harvest your own hay, used sickle bar mowers, hay rakes and square baling machines are often available for a reasonable price. Brush piles are great for wildlife habitat, but if you find the amount of brush overwhelming, you might opt for...

What Will It Do? The big difference with a walk-behind is that it is smaller, only has a single axle, has a set of handlebars rather than a steering wheel, and, obviously, you walk behind it rather than ride atop it.

A group of friends working with the county's historical museum at nearby Davenport, Wash., had refurbished farm equipment from a half-century or more past. You'll not only see history, you'll see some pretty darn good technology.

Under this setup, the mower would run for weeks or even months without needing to be refueled. For some tasks, such as heavy mowing or plowing, full throttle is necessary, but for many others, less throttle saves fuel and also creates less noise.

Don't bench your tractor when the garden is dormant—more chores await, and this barn tenant is ready to pitch in. “Drainage ditches on the sides of the road should be at least 1 foot lower than the surface of the road,” Oakes says.

If you're just maintaining a manicured area, then continuing to mow in a clockwise direction will allow the mower to move back over the discharged clippings, cutting them into smaller pieces and moving them closer and closer to the center of the mowing...

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. Trusted by farmers for more than 50 years, Lamborghini tractors have made...

However, the design of the hitch was exclusive to Ford, leading to decades of competition as other tractor manufacturers attempted to produce similar hitches, including a two-point “Fast-Hitch” used on Farmall tractors.

Tighten the oil fill cap and/or dipstick. If not, contact a local farm-supply store or brand dealership. Many times, the O-rings are located on housing assembly. Thread spin-on filters by hand until they seat against the motor, then give another quarter...

Like a simple rear blade, a box blade attaches to the rear of your tractor using the three-point hitch, but unlike a rear blade, a box blade has sides that catch gravel rather than letting it spill off either side of the blade, which can help the unit...

Tire Upkeep And Repair Peter Mooney/Flickr Buying Tubes Many farmers run their tires tubes, which can save a lot of money down the road on tire repair and replacement. Keeping your old tractor in service isn't as easy as running to the dealership.

No farming pursuit is worth someone having a heat-related issue, so be careful, use good judgment—and bale on cooler days if possible. Start as Early as Possible To anyone who has ever baled hay, this is obvious but it bears repeating—the process...

In reading about the Massey, I discovered that the 135 is still in widespread use in developing countries, where its simple design and reliability are appreciated. The Massey might have the looks and the power, but Little Mo still wins out for reliability,...

Be prepared to release the lift if you feel the tractor start to move instead of the post. Manually loosen each post before getting your tractor involved. Unfortunately, not all projects go so easily.

(Although, having the leading edge of the board hover ever so slightly above the ground will help it slide smoothly and not get caught on bumpy ground.) While I wouldn't recommend this approach for huge projects, like clearing a field—you'll obviously...

This story originally appeared in the November/December 2017 issue of Hobby Farms. Lubricate ATV Drive Chains or Differentials: Some ATV users have a special chore: keeping the drive chain properly lubricated.

As winter approaches, it's time for hobby farmers to prepare their equipment and tools for cold weather. Don't be caught unprepared and searching for your winter gear on the morning that six inches of snow has fallen from the sky.

Cover the radiator cap with a cloth, turn a half revolution to check for any remaining pressure, and remove. It should register less than negative 34 degrees F. In preparing this article, I consulted Craig Tammel, my neighbor and a mechanic at Preston...

Think about the task ahead and the tools you need to get the job done. Choose the right piece (or pieces) of farm equipment to complete your spring farm-maintenance chores with help from this guide.

A tractor attachment, a picker's apron, noise-canceling headphones and a reflective horse collar are among items our editors found. Noise-Safe Earphones Etymotic HD Safety Earplugs and Earphones block external sound to reduce external noise; high-def...

Let's put it simply—removing tree stumps can be a monumental task, even if you have good equipment. A mattock is a hand tool similar to a pickaxe, with a head that generally includes either two cutting blades or one cutting blade and a pick.

One such specimen is the giant rock on the edge of one of my fields—it's about five feet across in every direction. That said, most rock-removal tasks can be achieved with less effort.

Manuals for older tractors can be more difficult to find. If you don't have your owner's manual, visit a dealer that sells your tractor's brand. Depending on the age and popularity of the model, they might have a manual on hand or be able to order one...

Any dirt or debris should be cleared out using air pressure to avoid damaging the fins on the radiator. “In the winter, an anti-gelling additive is a good idea in cold climates, even when using a winter diesel blend.