Compact Tractors For Sale in Clay County, MO

Buyer’s Guide For Compact Tractors

 

Compact tractors are quickly becoming very popular purchases because they give you enough versatility without the burden of having to maintain and store a much bigger machine. If you’re looking to get a compact tractor, we’ve created this short guide to help you figure things out. To find out more or to purchase one, come to Magnum Power in Lawson, Missouri and take a tour of our inventory! Our friendly staff will be happy to tell you more about each model and make recommendations according to your needs. 

 

What Sort Of Work Are You Going To Do?

If you’re thinking of buying a compact tractor, you probably have some tasks in mind, but it’s always good to think about usage in detail. Many owners go for compact tractors because they have space constraints. While that’s a good enough reason to get one, how you intend to use the machine is an important buying factor as well. 

 

Think of how often you’ll use your machine to haul debris and how heavy that debris can get. If you’re buying one for agricultural purposes, you have to keep in mind the kind of attachments you’ll need for your work. This, in turn, will decide the features you want in your compact tractor. 

 

Horsepower

If you’re planning on moving a lot of heavy material, you’ll need a compact excavator with higher horsepower to operate the hydraulics efficiently. If you’re going to move very heavy material (like gravel), you’ll need a much stronger machine. Think about everything you want to do with your machine, especially when it comes to transferring material, and make sure that the engine and horsepower are suitable for it.

 

Terrain

Sometimes people don’t think about the terrain when buying compact excavators but remember that not all tractor tires are built the same. You may need to upgrade your tires to use your machine. While tractor tires are sturdy enough to handle the rough roads, not everyone uses them only for hard labor. If you want to use yours as a mower, you’ll need turf tires. Heavier tires can cause more harm than good while mowing. 

 

Responsibility

Remember that your compact excavator will work hard for you for a long time only if you take proper care of it. All machines need to be regularly serviced and need good storage space, no matter how rugged they are. Factor all these into your budget so you’re not overwhelmed by the cost of properly caring for your machine. 

 

If you’d like to learn more about what compact excavators can do for you or if you have any questions you’d like to ask, visit Magnum Power in Lawson, Missouri. We proudly serve the good people of Clay County and Kansas City!