Buying a tractor today is a lot like buying a vehicle. Different manufacturers offer a range of different features and options, all designed for both general farm use as well as for specific types of chores. The various tractor dealerships across Arkansas also offer a range of different prices, sales, and offers, which can make it more challenging to find the best combination for your farm.
Knowing what you need in tractors for sale before getting caught up in the latest features, operator comfort options and even technology is always the most important factor in the purchasing process. It is a good idea to make a list of the features you need in the tractor, and to make sure it has the capacity to handle the loads and the work you need to get done.
Operational Needs
The first and most important issue when looking for tractors for sale in Arkansas is to consider the size and types of operations you need the tractor to perform. Is the tractor going to be a general use tractor on an acreage or is it needed for hauling bales, running the baler and mowing and windrowing for large hay operations?
Prioritizing what you need the tractor to do is helpful to narrow down the minimum horsepower range, the hydraulic system required and even the size of the tractor to get the job done with power to spare.
Comfort Requirements
There is a difference between true farming requirements and the use of the smaller sized tractors for acreage maintenance and upkeep. Typically for farm use, tractors for sale in Arkansas should be considered with regards to operator comfort for long days at work.
Most farmers appreciate a cab with air conditioning and heating, ergonomically designed features in the cab and safety considerations such as roll bars and driver safety considerations. Each of these features needs to be evaluated when comparing models, manufacturers and tractor brand reputations.
