Conquest™ Yard Tractor (2024)

FAQs

How long do yard tractors last? ›

A typical tractor should last for around 4,000 hours of operation. Many factors go into how long equipment will last, including how the equipment was stored (outdoor storage will shorten the lifespan).

Garden tractors are excellent machines for taking on big jobs that may include more than just mowing the lawn but are built larger and heavier, While lawn tractors are more nimble and powered to cut a beautiful lawn.

After six months of testing, our best overall pick is the Ryobi Brushless 42-Inch Electric Zero Turn Riding Mower. We've found that it's easy to use and does a great job cutting grass consistently across different conditions. Our best budget pick is the gas-powered John Deere S100 42-Inch Riding Lawn Mower.

Mid- and Rear-Mount Mowing, Hauling Supplies, Tilling a Garden. For chores like these, we recommend tractors ranging from 20-35 engine hp.

For example: around 500 hours: the model usually does not feel new anymore. around 2,500 hours: the hydraulic pumps, clutches, and injectors usually need some maintenance. around 5,000 hours: the engine usually needs some work.

How Many Hours Should A Riding Mower Last? Most riding mowers last between 500-700 hours, although some can run for as much as 1,000 hours if cared for and maintained properly.

For lawns from ¼ of an acre to two acres, you'll most likely want a rear-engine riding mower, light-duty lawn tractor, or a residential-duty zero-turn mower. Anything more than two acres and you'll need a commercial-duty zero turn mower.

However, other aspects of the machine, like the transmission, clutches, hydraulics, and more may need to be replaced to keep the tractor in good running order. A general rule of thumb is that 2,000 to 2,500 hours is well broken-in while anything above 35,000 hours is considered high.

Don't Store Outside Without a Cover

Make sure you pick up a heavy-duty tarp or cover, which can keep out snow, rain, dirt, dust, and yes, even pests. A tarp can also provide some much-needed shade. Just remember that weather conditions can have a negative effect on your lawn mower.

John Deere- In business since 1837, John Deere is the largest tractor manufacturer in the world. It is also considered a cultural icon. According to a 2021 Progressive Farmer Reader Insights survey, it enjoys any brand's highest customer loyalty rating. As they say, “Nothing runs like a Deere.”

What is the most reliable tractor to buy? ›

John Deere Value: Another reason why John Deere tractors are better than Kubota or Husqvarna is that a John Deere tractor holds its value better than any other brand.

A compact tractor with 25 horsepower (hp) will be perfect for you if you have a half-acre property and want to use your tractor solely for mowing. They are designed to be used with mowers and have light material handling equipment.

For mowing your yard and doing some work with a front-end loader, a tractor with 25 to 35 horsepower might be all you need.

Utility tractors offer 60 or more horsepower and are ideal for larger properties of 25+ acres. There's a lot of crossover between compact and utility tractors, including a hybrid compact utility tractor. Especially good for heavy-duty attachments, food plot maintenance, and even commercial snow removal.

On average, you can expect a heavy-duty riding mower to have a 5-year to an 8-year lifespan for residential use. For professional-grade mowers that see heavy commercial use, that lifespan is between 4 years and 5 years. The closer your mower is to those milestones, the more strongly you need to consider replacing it.

The lifespan of a well-maintained riding lawn mower typically falls in the range of 10 to 15 years. Several factors influence the longevity of these machines, including the frequency of use, maintenance practices, storage conditions, and the quality of the mower.

The average lifespan of a tractor is 4,000 or more hours. Low hours on a tractor are pretty much anything less than where the warranty runs out.

However, other aspects of the machine, like the transmission, clutches, hydraulics, and more may need to be replaced to keep the tractor in good running order. A general rule of thumb is that 2,000 to 2,500 hours is well broken-in while anything above 35,000 hours is considered high.