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John Deere 110 Garden Tractor 1972 73    US $450.00

FORD TRACTOR 9N WITH BLADE 9 N FORD TRACTOR    US $1,850.00

Garden Tractors Buying Guide

Garden tractors are a very useful piece of kit. Selecting a model that is right for your plot and knowing how to operate it safely will ensure you get the most out of your new machine.

Garden Tractors: A Useful Tool For Gardeners

Looking at the historical development of tractors, the piece that follows is aimed at non-professional gardeners looking for useful tips on how to select the right tractor to maintain their garden, how to operate it safely and save fuel.

The Early Days

Steam engine garden tractors first appeared in the late 1800s, followed just before World War I by diesel engines. They were soon found of great use in farms by making labor-intensive tasks such as digging and moving soil significantly easier.

Choosing the Right Garden Tractor For Your Plot

The model you chose mostly depend on the size of the plot you are looking at cultivating and maintaining with it. A small tiller with around 2 to 3 HP would be fine for a plot of lass than an acre, but you may want to invest in a more powerful machine of 15 to 20 HP for anything bigger than 5 acres, especially if you intend to move large rocks with it. If you can get a contractor to remove the stones as a one-off job a smaller tractor may be fine for general garden upkeep.

Operating Your Tractor Safely

It is essential to follow a few easy safety rule to avoid accidents as even a minor mishap could make it difficult for you to get help.

• The tractor should always be purposefully designed for the tasks you are using it for, and well maintained.

• Always wear your seat belt to be protected though it won't help much if the tractor ends up upside down.

• Check out the route on foot first for possible problems especially if you are planning to drive fully loaded on an unfamiliar path for any significant distance.

• Always remain focused on what you are doing, and keep your eyes firmly on the job.

• Don't EVER give a ride to anyone on a garden tractor.

• Check that the tractor is stable when in parked position, and always use the hand brake if there is a chance its own weight could cause it to move.

How to Save Fuel

• Always keep your tractor in well-maintained condition.

• The tractor should be serviced on a regular basis to ensure the fuel filters are changed and the injectors clean. The use of fuel additive may help lower the servicing frequency.

• Air filters should also be kept cleaned and replaced at intervals as like fuel filters they have a significant effect on fuel efficiency.

• Finally the tractor should not be made to carry a greater load than that it is designed for.

About the Author

Andrew Caxton is a journalist who writes newsletters on lawnmowers for http://www.lawn-mowers-and-garden-tractors.com . You can find more information and resources on
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where is s/n for case garden tractor?

I have an old case garden tractor with a kolher 10hp engine but i cant find i serial number on the tractor to find out when it was built? Model and year unknown by me. thanks Don

The engine model may be stamped in the metal cowling. That may give you a clue to the age of the tractor. I have the same issue with my troybilt tiller. It has no model number. It was probably on a metal tag somewhere on the unit when it was new. Have you looked on the internet for case tractors? There are a lot of clubs and restoration groups.