Best tractor for a vineyard

[wxtrendsguy]

Wondering if any vineyard owners are out there and what tractors they low or hate...

 

[ptsg]

I would say the ones built for it. Antonio Carraro, Ferrari, BCS, Goldoni. Then, most of the manufacturers have their own specialized models built for vineyards and orchards as well, often built in Italy, like NH V series and more.

I have vineyards and orchards. The vineyards don't require any work done under with the tractor, but the orchards do require it. One thing that makes an huge difference is the mid mounted ROPS, since it folds a lot lower than a rear ROPS would.

Here is an example of my tractor, which they kinda considered it an orchard and vineyard tractor because it has mid mounted ROPS and narrow stance, but it's really too high to be a real specialized tractor. Anyway, no way I could go this close to this loquat tree if it wasn't for the mid mounted ROPS.

It still can't beat the little Agria though, but then again, the Agria was made to be low for this purpose.

 

[KennyG]

Around here almost all the vineyards use narrow John Deere but we have a new Kubota dealer and they make narrow versions also so we may start to see those.

 

[tacticalturnip]

A fellow member just picked up a Kubota for use on their tree farm, you might find the thread useful.

 

[TractorTech]

The New Holland T4.F and V tractors are very good for both vineyards and orchards. The F comes with Supersteer which allows the tractor be very maneuverable in tight quarters. V is very narrow - 48" wide. They are high horsepower in a compact, heavy powertrain.

 

[etpm]

I would say the ones built for it. Antonio Carraro, Ferrari, BCS, Goldoni. Then, most of the manufacturers have their own specialized models built for vineyards and orchards as well, often built in Italy, like NH V series and more.

I have vineyards and orchards. The vineyards don't require any work done under with the tractor, but the orchards do require it. One thing that makes an huge difference is the mid mounted ROPS, since it folds a lot lower than a rear ROPS would.

Here is an example of my tractor, which they kinda considered it an orchard and vineyard tractor because it has mid mounted ROPS and narrow stance, but it's really too high to be a real specialized tractor. Anyway, no way I could go this close to this loquat tree if it wasn't for the mid mounted ROPS.

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It still can't beat the little Agria though, but then again, the Agria was made to be low for this purpose.

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I love loquats and have been looking for a tree that will survive and bear fruit where I live. I am north of Seattle but am close to the water which moderates the temps somewhat. I did buy one tree that was supposed to be hardy here but it died after the first winter. The seeds are great for spitting long distances. Large and really slick. Kids love 'em.
Eric