Well horses use to pull the original pieces of farm machinery that didn't have an engine or motor since technology was not very advanced in the 1800's and 1900's.
Mules and oxen were also used in the US prior to the adoption of tractor use. People in other countries have used animals like water buffalo or even elephants.
Back in the old days people needed animals for farming. We have tractors today so animals aren't needed as much.
There are two main types of tractors that are used. These tractors are large farming tractors and small personal tractors.
The most important consideration is what you'd like to do with your tractor. Tractors used for restoring make poor work tractors, and vice versa. Choose the right type for the job! Collectability, horse power, and hitch systems are the main factors to look at.
You can visit sites such as johndeere.com to purchase new tractors. Ebay is a great resource for used tractors. Tractorhouse.com is a great website used for buying and selling new and used farm tractors.
You can find tractors for auction at http://www.rbauction.com/.They specialise in tractors.
Mccormick tractors are not as well known as John Deere are, however, that's not to say that they aren't fine pieces of machinery. Mccormick tractors are high performing large industrial tractors, ideal for farming. John Deere is a trusted name in tractors, and has been for over a century. These tractors are not as large as the Mccormick tractors, but can get the job done just as fast.
There are several online stores that sell used tractors. Local tractor supply stores should also have some good used tractors.
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Mostly hauling things, but they are also used to plow ground, and with certain attachments, they can even be used to plant or harvest, but that's usually a job for a combine. In the US, agricultural tractors are used primarily for tillage, planting, cultivation, and fertilizer and pesticide application. They are frequently used to haul harvested crops out of the field or to market. With an endless variety of accessory attachments, they can do virtually any job needing mechanization on the farm.
Www.tractorhouse.com appears to sell used brand name tractors (such as John Deere) online. Also, www.fastline.com appears to buy and sell used farm equipment, including tractors.
An agricultural tool used to turn over the top layer of soil in preparation for planting crops. Usually pulled by draft animals or tractors.
There are several locations in Reno that sell Ford tractors. You can also check local garden supply stores for used tractors.