Yanmar Tractor Reviews

The mower was stuck in the first place because it has a differential, in essence a gear train that lets the two rear driving wheels spin at different speeds. The main features are easy enough—the controls for the hydraulic lift, or for engaging the...

With the possible exception of a barn, nothing says “farm” quite like a tractor, and for good reason: They're hard-working, powerful machines critical for many serious farm tasks.

As its name implies, this tractor is chiefly used for mowing lawns and is fairly limited in terms of power, features and expandability through attachments. Compact Utility Tractor The pinnacle of small tractors is the compact utility tractor.

The manure spreader is an often overlooked tool that can be very useful. The most efficient way to move firewood out of the woods is to cut it into manageable lengths and load them on a trailer for later cutting and splitting; the front-end loader comes...

As its name states, a walk-behind tractor is a tractor—that is, a power source that can operate multiple implements, just like a four-wheel farm tractor. The list includes: aerators chippers/shredders crimper-rollers electrical generators harrows hay-making...

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. An event that really stands out for me was one of those things that never happens traveling...

Another advantage: Tractor engines are much quieter when allowed to run at less than full throttle, giving your ears a bit of a rest . For some tasks, such as heavy mowing or plowing, full throttle is necessary, but for many others, less throttle saves...

Whether you're traveling from the barn to the pasture with a load of hay or toting veggies back from the garden, regularly used access roads on your farm eventually erode, becoming veritable rivers during rains.

Once the perimeter has been mowed, determining the best mowing direction for the remainder of the area can be a question of whether the grass is short or long. But in any case, understanding the basic advantages and disadvantages of clockwise- and counterclockwise-mowing...

Because of the hilly terrain around Liguria, Italy, where I live, I see mostly the smaller tractors on the farms, but the flatlands around Milan boast the monster Lamborghinis working huge fields.

Designed and improved during the 1920s and 1930s by Harry Ferguson, the three-point hitch first rose to prominence thanks to its use on a series of Ford tractors starting in 1939. Instead, be thankful that such a powerful, versatile and standardized hitch...

Reassemble the cartridge filters unit as it came apart, then bolt the assembly back on, keeping the bolt(s) snug but, again, not hammered on. If you have a torque wrench and a service manual with torque specs, now's a great time to use them.

Arguably the best option for a hobby farmer is to use an attachment called a box blade . Grading a driveway with your tractor might require a special tool or two, but with practice you can keep your driveway in top shape—and spend extra time on your...

This should be printed on the tire's sidewall, somewhere above the rim—you might have to scrape away some dirt to find it. Patching As mentioned above, both tires and tubes can easily be patched.

This is certainly the case with round bales, but it's technically possible for small square bales as well. Keep fans running when and where possible. Whether you enlist the help of your family and friends or hire helpers as necessary, you'll appreciate...

In addition, the Massey has a very wide wheelbase and sits low to the ground, giving it a low center of gravity ideal for negotiating somewhat hilly hayfields. In any case, from the work they do, you'd never guess that between them, they're approximately...

Try alternate methods with caution. Manually loosen each post before getting your tractor involved. While this works well in many cases, the three-point hitch can be stronger, and there is always the risk that the rear end of your tractor will lift off...

If you live on a farm, it's inevitable that you'll eventually need to move heavy objects that just don't lend themselves to being easily transported. Once you've chosen a piece of wood, you'll need to drill holes in two adjacent corners.

Prepare Fuel System: Preparing your machine's fuel tank for overwintering is critical, as failing to do so can invite gumming, corrosion and rust in your carburetor and tank. Lubricate ATV Drive Chains or Differentials: Some ATV users have a special chore:...

Keeping the ice under control can be a season-long battle, so arm yourself with tools such as a digging bar, a snow shovel and a digging shovel to carefully break up and remove patches of ice.

It should register less than negative 34 degrees F. Also replace thermostats at this time. Periodic servicing recommendations are most often based on operating hours, such as changing oil every 100 hours or more; however, these are guidelines and should...

Farmstead cleanup is a multifaceted chore, and the right tools make all the difference. Tags farm equipment , tractor , UTV Use the infographic below to figure out what piece of farm machinery will help you complete your springtime chores.

Sharpeners Sharpen hand tools and axes before storing them for the winter with Graensfors Bruk files, available in steel or diamond file faces. Learn more about it and find a dealer at John Deere .

Imagine you're trying to clear a field for one of your farming projects. Tractor Or Backhoe With the right attachments, a strong tractor can do a lot of the work of removing stumps.

Whether it's a bunch of small ones that complicate planting gardens or crops, or giant boulders that jut out of the ground and threaten to break any machine that inadvertently crosses their path, rocks of all shapes and sizes can be troublesome.

With a little forethought, you'll avoid expensive rebuilds and the inconvenience of a tractor in the shop. Maintenance checks also serve as an early warning system to catch small problems before they become big problems.

Wipe out any dirt or dust before closing the housing. Checking air pressure in the spring is especially important, as tires can lose pressure over the winter. “If you are using smaller fuel storage, like 5-gallon cans , check to be sure they are clean...