There is a wide range of farm tractors available, with prices ranging from tens of thousands to millions of dollars, depending on your needs.

1. Why is there such a big price difference?

1). Horsepower:

This is the most core factor, which directly determines the tractor's traction and working efficiency.

• Small tractors (20-50 horsepower): Suitable for small plots, orchards, and greenhouses, and relatively affordable.
• Medium tractors (50-100 horsepower):Most commonly used, suitable for various tasks such as plowing, planting, and harvesting, they represent the mainstream market.
• Large tractors (100 horsepower and above): Used on large farms, for deep plowing of large areas, and for heavy-duty operations, and are expensive.

2). Brand and origin:

• Imported brands, such as John Deere, Case IH, and Kubota, offer advanced technology and high reliability, but they also come with the highest prices, and after-sales service and parts are also expensive.
• Domestic brands, such as YTO (YTO), Lovol Heavy Industry, and Dongfeng Agricultural Machinery, offer excellent value for money, a large market share, and extensive after-sales service networks, making them the preferred choice for most users.
• Joint venture brandsfall somewhere in between.

3). Drive mode:

• Two-wheel drive (2WD): Lower price, suitable for general farm work.
• Four-wheel drive (4WD): Greater traction and better maneuverability, suitable for hilly terrain, wetlands, and heavy-load operations. It's significantly more expensive than a 2WD with the same horsepower.

4). Configuration and functions:

• Basic: Meets the most basic farming needs.
• Comfort: Equipped with air conditioning, a vibration-damped cab, and a more advanced transmission, it offers a superior driving experience.
• Intelligent: Equipped with high-tech systems such as autonomous driving, intelligent monitoring, and data management, it's suitable for precision agriculture and carries the highest price tag.

2. Approximate price range reference (new car)

The following is a rough price range.

Horsepower segment	Main Applications	Drive type	Approximate price range
20-50 hp	Orchards, greenhouses, small plots of land, rotary tillage, transportation	Usually 2WD	$7100~$21000
50-100 hp	Comprehensive operations such as plowing, planting, harvesting, and harrowing on large plots of land	2WD / 4WD	$21000~$56000
100-200 hp	Large farms, heavy operations, deep plowing	Usually 4WD	$56000 -$112000
200 hp	Super large farms, special operations	4WD	$112000 - $280000

3. In addition to buying a car, what other expenses do you need to consider?

1. Supporting Farm Implements: A tractor requires a rotary tiller, plow, seed drill, trailer, and other equipment to operate, which represents a significant additional expense.

2. Insurance and Registration: Tractors require registration and compulsory traffic insurance.

3. Fuel and Maintenance Costs: Large tractors are fuel-intensive, requiring regular fuel and maintenance.

4. Driver Costs: If you don't drive your own tractor, you'll need to hire a professional tractor driver.

 

Final advice for you

1. Clarify your needs:What will you primarily use your land for? How large is your land? Is it flat or sloping? What is your budget?
2. Contact a local dealer: This is the most important step. Tell them your needs. They can provide the most accurate pricing that best suits local agricultural conditions and can show you existing vehicles and test drive them.
3. Compare different brands: Compare the advantages and disadvantages of domestic and joint venture brands in terms of price, features, after-sales service, and parts availability.