WHAT IS A TRACTOR?

A tractor is a type of utility vehicle used mainly in the agricultural industry. They’re popular for farming thanks to their high power at low rev, allowing operators to pull along large attachments without damaging soil or crops. It resembles a small truck, generally with smaller front wheels and larger back wheels. These larger rear wheels provide a bigger surface area and better grip, allowing the tractor to pull heavier implements behind it. Tractors generally have 4 wheels, however there are models that have 6 wheels to provide even greater traction and pulling power.

While older powered tractors used portable steam engines, modern tractors use combustion engines, usually powered by diesel fuel. As tractors get larger in size, their horsepower and breakout force also increases. Smaller tractors make a good choice for hobby farmers or small acreage properties, and large tractors are more better suited for hauling implements for crop preparation, propagation and harvesting.

WHAT ARE TRACTORS USED FOR?

Tractors are primarily used on farms and agricultural projects to operate a variety of attachments. Thanks to these many different attachments, the tractor is a highly versatile machine that can dig, sow, trench, clear land, grade and much more. This makes it incredibly useful for farming purposes where land preparation, propagation and harvesting requires powerful machines that won’t damage the soil underneath.  

TRACTOR TECHNOLOGY

The sturdy old tractor has improved in leaps and bounds when it comes to tech, with many brands starting to incorporate smart technology into new models. Some improvements are added to the tractors themselves, which improve tracking information and ease of operation, while other improvements are added to the attachments, such as these sprayers.

Other tractor technologies include automation, data sharing, project planning and tracking, anti-dive functionalities, suspended axle technology and much  more.

Choosing the Right Tractor

Which tractor should you buy? This is the age-old question but the answer really comes down to one main specification requirement: How much power do you need? This buyer’s guide to finding the right utility tractor will also give you a good overview.

Understanding how much basic power you require for your project and ongoing needs is vital, but there is much more to it than that. Once you’ve narrowed down your power range requirements, you’ll have a clearer picture of the tractor size necessary for the job.   

When choosing a tractor, the main things you’ll want to know first are:

How you will transport it to/from the site.

The primary applications the tractor will be used for

The type of implements or attachments required

The landscape or terrain of the site

Whereas some people just want a tractor they can lend just for a couple of days. Wherever you are, these are the best 5 tractor brands for your Nigerian farm

Best tractors in Nigeria:

It doesn’t matter where you are in Nigeria, you need tractors to till a land. Most tractor brands have been around anywhere from 30 years to over 100, as the tractor was one of the very first farm machines invented. Since the tractors first creation its design, power and capabilities have come a long way.

Tractors for hire today are capable of doing a range of different tasks, not just pulling agricultural equipment. Some tractors even come with utility buckets at the front so they are capable of completing a wider range of work. The bucket enables a tractor to complete work a skid steer loader, backhoe or forklift would normally do.

Below are five of the top tractor brands that retail in Australia. While there’s a number of other brands that are also reliable and capable of completing work, these five tractor brands stand out as front runners.

Now you have decided to buy a tractor. What should you buy? Which one should I do

Nigeria’s best tractor brands are:

1. Case IH
2. John Deere
3. Massey Ferguson
4. Fendt
5. New Holland

1. John Deere Tractors

John Deere has been building tractors for decades, with the company first selling farm machinery back in the 1830’s they know what their talking about when it comes to tractors. John Deere has used its years of experience to create specialised tractor types that cater to the range of applications a tractor for hire can now complete. With a range of utility tractors, specialty tractors, row crop tractors, 4wd and tracked tractors there’s a tractor for every project.

2. Case IH Tractors

Case IH Tractors are a relatively new company in the world of tractor brands but have made a name for themselves in the forty odd years they’ve been in business. Always committed to bringing new tractor technology, Case IH produce over five different tractor series. Their tractor series’ are all aimed at the different types of construction and agricultural work that tractors for hire are capable of completing.

3. Massey Ferguson Tractors

Massey Ferguson prides themselves on designing and building tractors with quality, long-lasting engines. They also design the tractors to be technologically advanced to ensure they run efficiently and effectively. Massey Ferguson tractors have been proven to handle the Australian environment, with their diverse range making a great addition to any farm. Their quality engine and advanced technology combine to keep the running costs down, which is essential when hiring a tractor.

4. New Holland Tractors

New Holland is another tractor brand that has been around since the 1800’s, setting the standard in tractors for generations. Their tractors are built to last with dedicated designers constantly aiming to improve on their sturdy and reliable reputation. New Holland tractors are used across the globe in construction, farming and agriculture and never fail to produce quality results.

5. Fendt Tractors

German tractor brand Fendt build tractors that work both efficiently and economically. They know how important the bottom line is to a farming or agricultural business and ensure their tractors are able to handle any need without strain. Fendt tractors are a reliable brand and thanks to their extensive range of attachments, such as the Fendt Cargo Frontloader, they are making waves in the industry.