Utility tractors bridge the gap between low-horsepower compact models and larger tractors, combining manoeuvrability and power in a right-sized package to take on myriad farming, haying, and livestock tasks.
Read More (About 40- To 99-Horsepower Tractors)Agricultural tractors with 40 to 99 horsepower (29 to 73 kilowatts), such as John Deere’s 50- to 100-HP (37- to 73.5-kW) 5 Series, are generally referred to as “utility tractors.” They tend to combine the manoeuvrability of more compact models with the engine, hydraulic, and power take-off (PTO) power to run more demanding front and rear attachments such as front-end loaders, backhoes, and even smaller pull scrapers. They are generally available either with enclosed cabs or rollover protection system (ROPS)-approved open operator stations.
Tractors in this size and power segment have the mettle to address a broad variety of farming, haying, and livestock jobs for small and midsize farm operations including hobby farms and farm-to-table ventures. In addition, they can handle roadside mowing and brush clearing, landscaping, forestry, trenching, material hauling, road grading, seeding, hay cultivation, snow removal, and other tasks.
Recent utility tractors in the 40- to 99-HP range typically feature EU Stage V-compliant engines as well as power shuttle, hydrostatic, or continuously variable transmissions (CVTs). You’ll also find automatic heating and air conditioning, foldable ROPS mechanisms, cruise control, four-wheel drive, mid-mounted PTOs, heavy-duty three-point hitches, suspension seating, ergonomically designed controls, wheel options, and easily accessible maintenance points.
The Case IH Farmall Compact C CVT series of tractors comes equipped with a CVT that requires no shifting and offers simplified control pod operation. Massey Ferguson’s 2700E Series models make it easy to change implements and service the tractor while still providing a 1,100-kilogram (2,425-pound) loader lift capacity.
One of New Holland’s model groups in this market segment is its Workmaster Utility 55-75 Series, which includes a loader joystick with a choice of traditional or modern ergonomic control. Another model range, the New Holland Boom 35-55 HP Series, offers support for attachments and accessories made for mowing, tilling, stall cleaning, bale moving, and other tasks around the farm or acreage.
FarmandPlant.ie showcases new and pre-owned 40- to 99-HP tractors for sale from sellers across Ireland and abroad. Popular models from major manufacturers include the Case IH Farmall 75, Ford 4000, International Super, John Deere 5075, Kubota M7060, Mahindra 4540, Massey Ferguson 4707, and New Holland Workmaster.
Other categories on FarmandPlant.ie highlight new and used tractors for sale in the 300-HP (221-kW) and greater, 175- to 299-HP (129- to 220-kW), 100- to 174-HP (73.5- to 128-kW), and less-than-40 HP segments. You’ll also find a selection of orchard and vineyard tractors for sale in the Specialty Crop Equipment market. Orchard and vineyard tractors combine a narrow stance with a low centre of gravity for stable operation on slopes and protection from branches and vines for the operator as well as the tractor.