Tractor Or UTV - Buy THIS First For Your Farm or Homestead!
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- Опубліковано 17 чер 2021
- Tractor Or UTV - Buy THIS First For Your Farm or Homestead!
You've just purchased your first piece of property for a farm or homestead and now you need some equipment to care for the property, do chores, move around on the land and a host of other things.
Tractor or UTV? Which one should you buy first to help get all this work done?
Today we are talking about the pros and cons of each piece of equipment and I'll share what I think you should buy first.
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We bought a a tractor first and we weren’t gonna get side by side but our cousin let us borrow hers and we loved it so much that we bought our own
The prices on side-by-side have skyrocketed to the point that I could buy a used mid-sized truck far cheaper. I own a Kawasaki 4010 and love it, but because of the price gouging at dealerships, I think that I'll keep mine another 10 years. It's riduclous.
I bought the tractor first (rk55 cab). Couldn't justify the price tag on a side by side when I can buy a decent shape 4x4 Toyota for less $$. Especially when a decently kitted out SxS is $20k
We only have a tractor. My only regret is not getting a bigger 1, we use our little kubota for a lot but don’t have a lot of attachments. My husband says I need a side by side but I’m cheap and don’t mind walking and I have a gorilla cart that I pull a bunch of different things in.
My wife and I just retired and bought a farm. There is no rush for us to build a productive farm quickly but that is our long term (next 24 months) goal. We are putting in a small garden for our own use with a self propelled tiller. I have limited mobility issues right now, so we went with the side by side. So our situation is a bit different, otherwise would have bought a sub compact tractor for our 10 acre farm. Thanks for the video.
Used old farm tractors like MF 135'd and IH B250s are so affordable and easy to work on I don't know why anyone would buy new.
My wife bought me a side by side and I am so thankful she did, I could not make it without it.
Love the information. You gave great suggestions on how to make the right choice for the given circumstance.
I’d say tractor because if I you need to haul something heavy, you could just put it in the bucket
I owned a Kaw-610, and after a year, I traded it in on a Kawasaki 4010, and it is a serious workhorse on my acreage.
Tractor with fel for sure hands down so much more you can do with a tractor tons of attachments
I have both and wouldn't give up either for anything.they both have there jobs and make live some much easier for everyone here .
Really good video. Very fair assessment of the advantages and disadvantages of each.
I mentioned it on last video that I'd get a tractor first. Because with all the new attachments you can get for it. Much love from So.Cal.💟
Both are definitely on our Christmas list, Great video as always
Great assessment... I agree 100%
Exactly the question I am asking right now. Thank you for helping me answer it. I have equipment I can rent at a reasonable rate and right now I have a lot of small jobs so I am planning on buying the Kubota Sidekick first and then a tractor.
I bought my side by side first because it was cheaper can't live without it most useful tool I have but can't wait to get my tractor this winter.
Love that you compost
It absolutely depends on the farms existing conditions and what you need to do to get projects done to put the farm into service. If an existing farm already in operation and mostly maintenance type projects it likely would be advantageous to go with the side by side...
There are several attachments for UTV's such as mowers, plows, I've even seen a front loader for a ton of money.
We use the heck out of our kubota tractor. Loader, arm, mowing deck, pallet forks, post digger, the roll bar has been modified to hold spools of wires. The 4whlr is nice for smaller spaces but really has only a winch use for light jobs. The tractor is much more versatile for us.
No doubt. You can do soooo much with a tractor. Thanks for watching
Intresting
We started with a 35 hp JD tractor, later added a Honda Rancher quad and a few years ago got a 4 seat side by side. Like you said, the tractor does a lot of heavy lifting, dragging, digging chores. The side by side gets used multiple times every day for general getting around. Quad is mostly used now for towing a tank sprayer and a drag for the round pen. 👍🏻👍🏻
We have two tractors and looking at side by sides. In my opinion each has its own place just like the tools in your box. Great video Chuck.
Well in my opinion the tractor is essential because it is very versatile and it will provide ways of working the land like tillers for the gardens, sprayers, and a bucket to help move the heavy stuff around. I was fortunate to have both on my current property and the side by side is good for moving things around quicker and maybe even keeping up with some light yard work, but the tractor is what I use to do everything else, plow the fields, move dirt, till the ground, level up the driveway, dig up trees to move, pull the heavy dump cart I have, etc. I also do own an ATV and I find using that to get around is also easier as well because of its small foot print and ease of use. I can go to other fields and scout them out for future projects, I can pull my trailer around to pick up yard debris from a storm ⛈️ or even put my toolbox on it to get it to my machines as they break. I mean yes everything has its purpose but bottom line is when it comes to what you need I would go with a nice tractor first.
Planning on buying the tractor first. Need a front end loader, forks, stump bucket, and stump grinder, wood chipper, . . . Want a grapple!
Good job listing points for both. I would point out a tractor can be outfitted with a post hole digger and the forks are another perfect must have.
Ty for sharing
Went with a tractor first but side by side is next on my list.
Many good points for both, Sondra can sit beside you on the side by side... not so easy on the tractor. Blessings.
Great video topic. One I wrestled with for a while.
I have my grandfather's old diesel tractor without a loader. Picking up a ranger 6x6 for firewood and work purposes today.
I think a skid loader or a compact loader tractor may be in my future
I started with a used Honda Recon and a 6' by 8' trailer.
Nice. Use what you have
I have a Honda Recon and use it with a small garden size trailer for hauling my tools around; it will also tow my 6x8' trailer if I need to haul larger items. I rent a JD tractor when I need one. I have been WANTI"NG a sxs but can get by with the Recon.
We bought a big old second hand lawn mower first. Still got it and use it after getting a 4wd off-road Club Car & new & very expensive tractor.
You can get snowblades, snowblowers, and winches for some RTV/UTVs, as well as pull light trailers and equipment.
Great video
A sxs is great for taking the trash out to the dumpster to the front of the property. The tractor is great for moving the dumpster anywhere you want on the property. They're both make life easier and I think they're both basically essential but... if one is more essential than the other it's definitely a tractor. One good rainfall that brings mud across the property or floods you out, fallen tree, having to dig or clear or anything like that the tractor is a lifesaver. It makes unmanageable jobs manageable. The sxs makes manageable everyday jobs easier and more manageable. You can be more efficient and get more done with a good reliable farm/ranch vehicle. Depending on how your property is laid out you could accomplish a lot of that with your pickup truck or even an ATV if you already have one of those.
I have a 1964 case 430 still runs fine . That side by side will be scrap long before that .
Get the tractor .
Buy an old electric golf cart for running around .
I agree. I only have a 27 horse kubota tractor we use for everything. We haul fence supplies on the brush cutter as well as any thing that needs hauled, chainsaws, shovels, pop up deer blinds, whatever. I see the usefulness of a side x side. Just can't justify the price.
We made the mistake of buying a fairly large John Deer first. It was too large for our 7 acre goat dairy. I couldn't get into the stalls to clean them. We then purchased two Trail Wagons, one for using the bed that dumps for stall cleaning, and one for hauling milk to the house. I'm still having to hand clean the stalls. I'd love to have a small tractor that I could get into the stalls with a dump empliment.
Good point. Sometimes (and I’ve done it) we buy what we think we need only to find out over time it’s not the exact solution to our problem. Thanks for watching
Good stuff
They are starting to come out with attachments for UTVs. The seeder attachment i saw was 40" across so quite small... but its enough for a 1-2 acre garden. They had a 2 blade 0.5m plow attachment as well.
For the UTV i think ease of repair is a positive. If you have the tools to repair a car then you can repair the UTV.
I use and need both, see em in action on my channel. Although I wish I could use just the sxs due to comfort.
God Bless!
Personally I feel if you own a lot of acreage and working it you are going to need a lot of tools & machinery.
True. Which one would you get first?
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I first bought a 1964 MF50 tractor (for 2K), a flail mower, and a box blade. When I was ready, I bought a LS MT225HE with a detachable backhoe. Trying to decide on a side by side or a 4 wheeler next (money is always a factor).
Tractor hands down
perfect
Tractor is # 1
Tractor first. Im using an old isuzu 4wd manual with a winch as my UTV. Until I can find one reasonably priced.
There is Lots of farming And other attachments for the utv
First one I got is a John Deere buck 4 wheeler with a bed on it.
I would get a tractor first
Id get a tractor with a front end loader first
Had tractor , sold it and brought a atv and use that for everything .
My Husband I bought a used Quad 1st only due to the cost of a tractor. When we could afford it we bought a cheaper tractor ( foreign job) which did ok and finally last year got a nice Kubota tractor which we use all the time. Wish we could have bought that 1st !
Which is the best side by side or sub compact etc tractor for home steading, moving, snow blower, towing etc if tractor which brand for n America. Thanks.
Just a note. Kubota is a foreign job too.
Merci mec 🙂
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Get a tractor and a golf cart both use we got a tractor first because it is so versatile building fence post hole digger brush hog is nice for clearing box blade for some light leveling we have no loader for are tractor I will never buy anther one with out one tho. I really want a flair mower those are so sweet.
you stated that you cant get a box blade for a Side by Side or many implements for a side by side that you can get for a tractor. With the exception of the front loader, you can get nearly every implement for a Side by side that is available for a tractor. Instead of being PTO driven, they have their own gas engine. There are some great companies like Swisher and Kuntz Acrease that make many types of pull behind flail , bush hog as well as finish mowers, 3 point and other items. As you mentioned a side by side is lighter and can get on softer ground that a tractor can not. with the available implements for a side by side an even greater tool.but, a tractor is stronger
Morning Chuck and Saundra
Morning Bud!
Hands down a Tractor.! 🤔
If your buying land just for hunting you can get by with a ATV or SXS with a trailer, I you plan on developing your property you absolutely need a tractor with attachments.
I dunno.. its why im here
These machines are just so different. Two completely different tools. Yea I can modify a side by side with after market attachments similar to things for ATV but if u really plan on “working” the machine like a mini tractor , your going to really accelerate the wear on your machine and also not be that pleased with it if your expecting mini tractor performance. You will likely end up breaking things on the machine, much like I have done so despite my professional experience I have that told me NOT to do it….
Try not to fall into the “best case scenario” or “just be optimistic “ trap like many of us older guys were taught growing up. Instead be REALISTIC. I keep learning that over and over the hard way. Pick the right tool for the job at hand.
I am Looking to get a utv to plow The garden and a snow plow to plow the snow
I think most people with a side by side just have it as a toy and they're deluding themselves into thinking it's useful. It's just a glorified golf cart. On a small acre farm, I'll just walk and save thousands of dollars. Or by a pickup truck for cheaper and more versatility
You have obviously never used one. I run ground drive equipment with mine, box scraper, disc, small plows, trailers, log arch, ect. Plus in my state you can either license them like a motorcycle or run a farm use tag. I also use about 1/4 of the fuel doing the same field work as a tractor. Ie my uncle and I were both raking a field he did half and I did half. I used 5 gal of gas and he used 20 gal in the tractor. The only thing missing is I don’t have a lift on mine. But you can get a toolcat from bobcat that takes care of that. Personally, I prefer a tracked skid steer for that job. They have way more lift and more attachments and capabilities
@@168Diplomat You're right that I've never used one in that those capacities, besides just plowing snow. That's pretty cool they can do that stuff, I didn't know they had that much oomph
@@bschoer3492 some of the larger utility types even have more usefulness. Mine is only a 400 so I do have problems hauling trailers of wood or coal sometimes if I am not watching when I fill them. So yes they do have limitations. It also help that we only live on about 200 acres and just help with the other 300 that is farmed. We run mostly renewable timber products on ours.
@@bschoer3492 old UTV converted to EV PLUS hydraulic system plus solo lifting unit for small load jobs
@@168Diplomatwhat kind of oppressive place do you live that you need a license to run an ATV on a farm?
An ATV is nice but to be able to have the ability to accomplish several different jobs, I have a 50 hp wide front end tractor with four wheel drive, front end bucket, three point hitch, PTO and several attachments. There is no comparison.
Side by side
Tractor first.
Great idea for a video!
Instant… 👍🏻
Thanks. Appreciate y’all watching
Tractor!
Tractor 🚜
Absolutely a tractor
I'm starting a goat farm and a quad is most convinient to collect the animals. Is there a way to build the quad for double purpose?
So basically you need both. They both have their important uses.
I'm considering buying a tractor before a UTV
TRACTOR 1st next 4x4
KEI TRUCK with dump bed and
IT’S STREET LEGAL AND they’re 3-$10k
forget the side by side no need
Unfortunately KEI Trucks are not legal on public roads in Georgia and many other states.
Oh yes I think the durability is something to consider. After many years of hard use, say decade or so, we all know which one is still gonna be going. Especially when you pick up a well cared for older premium diesel tractor that has little to NO emission and digital crap on it to break and cause brain and bank damage……. It’s getting where it’s very valuable to be as independent from the manufacturers and government as possible.
When a company forces you to download their “software update” or soon the item doesn’t function, DO YOU ACTUALLY OWN THAT ITEM? Nope of course not. You are simply a current possessor of the item that you paid full price to “borrow or rent “ instead. What a total racket that is to say the least.
The 30 to 90 grand I’d have to pay for a tractor could be much better spent elsewhere on the homestead.
I started with a mini excavator
UTVs are a complete waste of money for the price they are asking now for them. Kubota is like $30k for a UTV. I can buy like 5 used 90s Tacomas and do far more work than a UTV. So buy a tractor.
Id buy the tractor so i can bush hog and plow , you can do a lot with a tractor 🚜
I bought the tractor first
Part two of road trip with car sick pig,car was sent out for a seat shampoo and cleaning. The other day I was at his place cutting a couple litters of pigs and his three year old grandson comes to see the new pig with mom and grandma. Poor little Cooper comes running falls and gives him self a bloody nose.Mom or grandma says you were clumsy you need to be more careful. Grandpa shows him the new boar piglet and asks him what he wants to name it. Coopers answer Clumsy,not bad for a three year old.
🤣🤣🤣🤣. Kids say the darndest things.
@@SheratonParkFarms no flies on that kid!
I bought a small tractor first
Whichever one your wife will buy off on first. They work in the other.
*then
tractor, tractor and more tractors. cannot stress that enough UTV is only convenient. it cant farm like a tractor will. And i dont mean the pissant lawnmowers people are marketing as tractors but legitimate tractors (can actually bale hay)
I always wonder who that one thumbs down is. Lol!!
I started to give you a thumbs down on this comment. Oh heck. I think I will. 🤣🤣🤣
It just blows my mind when I see that on a good video. I just can’t figure out what they possibly didn’t like so much that they went the extra mile to let you know🤷🏻♂️