UTDA -
Used Tractor Dealers Association is a not-for-profit organization with a goal of establishing standards for marketing used Japanese compact tractors--sometimes known as "grey market". The initial focus is safety enhancement to make these used tractors a safer, and thus more attractive, option for the consumer. The secondary focus is on marketing, and will involve establishing a wider base of service and parts support, again contributing to these tractors being a better value for the consumer.
This was the Tom Fredrick's dream, having a strong and reliable united dealer network of Gray Market machines, all being safe for people to expect like domestic machines.
The Advantages for the Consumer
- You can shop any UTDA member knowing these standards are in place.
- You know that there is a nationwide association of dealers prepared to support your machine.
- You know that your dealer has access to the largest organized parts and service network for these tractors in the U.S.
- You know that your dealer cares enough about his/her customers to belong to a professional trade organization with a confirmed commitment to safety and service standards for their used tractors.
The S.A.F.E. Program for Yanmar Manufactured Grey Market Tractors
Safety
Aftermarket
Facilitation and
Enhancement
The S.A.F.E. Program for grey market tractors manufactured by Yanmar, whether labeled as "Yanmar" or "Zennoh", is intended to retro-fit these tractors with certain safety devices that are available today to make them a better option for you, the consumer.
The following are requirements for UTDA certification of a Yanmar grey market tractor or a Zennoh tractor manufactured by Yanmar.
- ROPS, conforming to OSHA standard 1928.52, including properly installed seat belt.
- Clutch safety switch to prevent starter engagement without the clutch being depressed.
- Overrunning clutch on the tractor
- PTO shield, of sturdy gauge metal, which covers top and both sides of factory PTO shaft to at least the length of that shaft from the rear of the tractor
- Decals, in English, conforming with the UTDA decal standards, including the certification decal which designates that the above standards have been met
- English language operation manual with each tractor. This may be any version approved by the Board.