The words “attachment’ and “implement” get thrown around a lot in the tractor world, but it can be tough to know what they mean. Keep reading to discover the difference and whether they could be a helpful addition to your farm equipment arsenal.
Defining Tractor Attachments and Implements
There are no strict definitions for these terms. Tractor manufacturers, dealers, and even landowners sometimes use these terms interchangeably.
One way to describe the distinction between these terms is to say that attachments are supplementary devices for the tractor. This can include upgrades such as a more comfortable seat or a cab stereo. Some of the most popular Mahindra® attachments are loaders and backhoes.
Implements, on the other hand, are tools used for a given task. Some of the most popular Mahindra implements are blades and spreaders.
Connecting Attachments and Implements to a Tractor
There are three possible places to connect these aftermarket accessories.
First, there is the front-mounted option. An example would be a loader. The loader’s arms attach to the sides of the tractor’s engine and the movement is hydraulically-controlled.This design allows for the mounting of other implements, such as a pallet fork, which replaces the loader bucket. The loader’s arms work to raise and lower the tractor implement.
Second, there is the mid-mounted option. This is the least popular due to the tediousness of mounting and dismounting from this position. The most common mid-mounted accessory is a mower deck, which can be used to cut grass and weeds.
Third, there is the rear-mounted option. This can be done with a drawbar or a three-point hitch. The three-point hitch design is more popular because it more easily raises and lowers the implement. A rear-mounted example would be a tiller, which can be used to increase soil aeration to boost crop health.
Popular Tractor Attachments
Some of the most common tractor attachments are:
- Mid-mount mowers: can be used to maintain lawns, orchards, parks, and more.
- Backhoes: can be used for tasks such as digging field lines, removing stumps, and cutting drainage ditches.
- Snow equipment: can be used to plow or blow snow away from an area.
Popular Tractor Implements
Some of the most common tractor implements are:
- Post hole diggers: can be used to create quick, uniform holes for planting trees or building fences.
- Brush cutters: can be used to clear away unwanted vegetation.
- Rakes: can be used to remove debris and condition soil.
For more information or to shop for tractor attachments and implements, contact your local Mahindra dealer. Mahindra offers a wide range of aftermarket accessories to suit a wide range of needs. Whatever tasks await you, Mahindra attachments and implements could help!
