Handy Tips to Get Your Tractor Out of the Mud

You likely will need a lot of patience and a few techniques to get your tractor out of the mud. Luckily for you, we have gathered a few strategies to try the next time you find yourself in this situation. Read on to learn more, and for more information, contact Magnum Power.

Raise Your Implements

The first thing to do is to lift the implements of your tractor to break the contact they have with the ground. This will let you move your machine more conveniently. But be sure you engage your differential lock first.

Move Forward or Backward

Next, you want to try moving your tractor forward to get through the mud. Make sure you maintain a constant rate and stop immediately when the wheels start to spin. You can then try reversing your machine to see if it budges. If you notice that your vehicle has stalled, abort the attempt instantly and avoid getting stuck further.

Use Your Shovel and Boards

Another technique that tractor operators often use is digging out the mud from around the wheels. If you have a shovel, use it to create a pit around your tires and then place a few boards aligned with them. This will give you some traction to reverse the tractor out of the hole.

Phone a Friend

If the above strategies fail, call a friend or neighbor to help you out. However, ensure that person has a more robust tractor or pickup truck than your model. Otherwise, they won’t be able to tow you out of the mud.

You want to avoid overburdening your friend’s tractor, as that can land you both in the mud. Use strong chains on both drawbars and have the driver pull your tractor backward.

We hope you find these tips handy when operating your tractor on a muddy farm or ranch. If you have more questions or want to upgrade your machine to the latest model, visit Magnum Power. We proudly serve Lawson, Clay County, and Kansas City, MO, so reach out today.