Entries somehow related to tractors
We are excited to welcome AHW LLC to the Tractor Time with Tim family! We get many questions about John Deere equipment for which we have no access or experience. Questions like: Which tractor should I buy? Would the 2-Series be better for that job? Why don’t you use a…
Quite often when we see non-Deere dealers discussing the advantages of their (sub)compact tractors, they will mention the Skid Steer Quick Attach loader connection. Usually, they will sneer at “the other manufacturer” who uses a “proprietary” connector, obviously insinuating that no one in their right mind would prefer THAT connector!…
By now, you’ve probably noticed my fondness for products which solve a specific problem today, and can also be extended to solve additional problems either today or in the future. The Edge Tamer ‘system’ as I’ll refer to it here is just such a solution. The primary purpose and driving…
The 3-Point hitch system for rear attached implements is both loved and hated. We all love the relative consistency and compatibility between rear attachments and tractors. Essentially every tractor made in the last 30 years has a 3-point hitch. This level of compatibility is extremely valuable, allowing manufacturers to freely…
Christy and I had the opportunity to get a detailed walk around of the new Deere 2025R at its Introduction today at the Farm Progress Show near Decatur IL. If you are impatient, and want a quick summary, I would summarize it like this: “A 1025R with larger tires”. In…
John Deere Introduces Improved Backhoe and Loader for Compact Utility Tractors New 260B Backhoe and 120R Loader increase operator productivity CARY, N.C. (June 16, 2017) — John Deere continues to evolve its expansive line of compact utility tractor implements with two additions, the 260B Backhoe and 120R Loader. Building upon previous…
One afternoon last week, Tim txt’ed me that we had a project for Johnny at a co-workers house that evening. Once again I thought he was crazy. This time it was because it was wet and rainy. Tim had overheard Matt talking about his raised-bed garden project in his backyard.…
This morning, my parents and I had the opportunity to tour the Original Tractor Cab Co. and meet Wayne, its owner. I had no idea what to expect, but our visit was definitely a pleasant surprise! When we walked in, we were greeted by Wayne, and he let us know…
We often need to move our trailer around in the yard, or put it into the shed for storage or maintenance. We have found that a front mounted hitch provides a few key benefits for these quick moves. First, using the loader to hook up means that the trailer…
You’re seriously looking for a sub-compact tractor. Most likely you are excited about the potential purchase while simultaneously in shock when you consider the price of this ‘over-grown lawn mower’. This feeling of shock likely has you considering the 1023e rather than the EVEN MORE costly 1025r. This article will…
