When people are shopping for a new tractor it can be difficult to find the best one for their needs. That is when they may want to consider comparing the used tractors versus the new ones that are available. The issue is that some could not be aware of these considerations and that could lead to them thinking that the new models are the only ones that they should be purchasing.
Comparing the used tractor versus all the new tractors one will notice that the main difference is the cost. When they look at the used machines, they will quickly find that it is going to be easy to see that the used farm machinery will have a significantly lower cost. Since it is so much lower some people may think that the quality is going to suffer, but they could find that this is not true and some people will notice that the only difference is the fact that the new ones have never been used before.
Something else that will be discovered is that the used machinery that is for sale may only work with the older tractor that the farmer may own. Now this is very true for some of the machines that require constant computer technology, but some people will notice that the actual tractors are not going to work with the modern machinery. However, these used farm machinery may be meant specific for these older styles that are used on some of the farms today.
Looking at the tractors for sale people will notice that the used tractors often have the help of a warranty. Now some people may not think that this is that important when they are getting the used JCB or other model that they want, but they need to realize this can provide them the assurance that the machine will work. If the used tractor or used machinery does not work, they will just have to simply return it to the dealer to have the proper repairs made to the tractors for sale that they had just purchased from them.
The power plan that is present in the used JCB and the other machines that are for sale will be a little bit on the weaker side in most cases, but even then they will have the best pulling power. Then they will not have to worry about the machinery not being able to carry out the job that they have to complete because these used machines are still going to have the same strong pulling power that is needed.
Being able to have the proper machinery to plow a field or plant a field can be difficult at times and rather expensive. That is when people should know about why they need to consider comparing the used tractors for sale versus the new machines they see sitting on the lot. Once they start to compare these, they will find that the difference that is present between the models is not that significant, but the cost savings that is presented to them will be significantly higher than what they thought possible.
Mascus is an electronic marketplace for tractors for sale and mini digger machinery. Mascus makes trading in construction machinery more efficiently by collecting all information about supply and demand in one place. All dealers, producers and end users are welcome to offer their used farm machinery and trucks for sale via the marketplace.
Wednesday 29 June 2011
Wednesday 1 June 2011
The First Timer's Guide to Buying a Used Tractor
The economic recession has dissuaded an unprecedented number of consumers from purchasing new tractors. Compare the price of a used JCB tractor, for instance, with that of a brand new model and the savings are quite significant. It's no wonder that more and more buyers these days are looking to benefit from buying used tractors.
For rookies, the process of finding local tractors for sale can be challenging, leaving the path to used tractor ownership paved with doubt. This article will review key factors that a prospective buyer should consider before acquiring a used tractor or other used farm machinery.
How powerful should used machinery be? Stick to these rough guidelines when pricing pre-owned tractors: 25hp: Ideal for mowing grass, but not recommended for moving heavy brush 26hp-65hp: Suitable for nurseries and horse farms 66hp-200hp: Heavy agricultural uses such as bailing hay and tilling fields 200hp: Intended for strenuous commercial farming, Be mindful of the terrain.
Hilly landscapes and clay soils are tougher to plow and will require slightly more horsepower, so factor accordingly.Warranty, A legitimate dealership with tractors for sale should offer, at minimum, a 30-day warranty. If a dealer isn't confident enough to warrant his used tractors and used machinery for at least a month, then walk away and find one of the many who will.
Avoid "gray market" equipment. This type of used farm machinery was designed for applications overseas, which may make finding parts next to impossible domestically. Features Don't consider purchasing a tractor without either a three-point hitch or the Power Take-off (PTO) feature. PTO enables the tractor's engine to power attached implements at 540, 1000 or 2000 RPMs. A 540 RPM PTO is sufficient for most. One last bit of advice is to purchase a well-known brand like a used JCB, John Deere, Massey Ferguson, CaselH, etc.
Robert Tate - Region Sales Manager of Mascus UK. Mascus is an electronic marketplace for tractors for sale, used trucks and trailers for sale. Mascus makes trading in construction machinery more efficiently by collecting all information about supply and demand in one place. All dealers, producers and end users are welcome to offer their used machines and trucks for sale via the marketplace.
For rookies, the process of finding local tractors for sale can be challenging, leaving the path to used tractor ownership paved with doubt. This article will review key factors that a prospective buyer should consider before acquiring a used tractor or other used farm machinery.
How powerful should used machinery be? Stick to these rough guidelines when pricing pre-owned tractors: 25hp: Ideal for mowing grass, but not recommended for moving heavy brush 26hp-65hp: Suitable for nurseries and horse farms 66hp-200hp: Heavy agricultural uses such as bailing hay and tilling fields 200hp: Intended for strenuous commercial farming, Be mindful of the terrain.
Hilly landscapes and clay soils are tougher to plow and will require slightly more horsepower, so factor accordingly.Warranty, A legitimate dealership with tractors for sale should offer, at minimum, a 30-day warranty. If a dealer isn't confident enough to warrant his used tractors and used machinery for at least a month, then walk away and find one of the many who will.
Avoid "gray market" equipment. This type of used farm machinery was designed for applications overseas, which may make finding parts next to impossible domestically. Features Don't consider purchasing a tractor without either a three-point hitch or the Power Take-off (PTO) feature. PTO enables the tractor's engine to power attached implements at 540, 1000 or 2000 RPMs. A 540 RPM PTO is sufficient for most. One last bit of advice is to purchase a well-known brand like a used JCB, John Deere, Massey Ferguson, CaselH, etc.
Robert Tate - Region Sales Manager of Mascus UK. Mascus is an electronic marketplace for tractors for sale, used trucks and trailers for sale. Mascus makes trading in construction machinery more efficiently by collecting all information about supply and demand in one place. All dealers, producers and end users are welcome to offer their used machines and trucks for sale via the marketplace.
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