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Re: How Long Will A Tractor Last????
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Posted by Thomas on March 23, 2004 at 13:14:54 from (80.168.196.108):
In Reply to: How Long Will A Tractor Last???? posted by ken theobald on March 22, 2004 at 08:50:17:
It depends on what you use it for. A modern tractor is designed for 5000 hours heavy cultivation. This of course is the minimum requirement, many will last far longer if looked after. I agree that electronics will probably become the biggest killer. Here in the UK there's a market for 'simplifying' older tractors - ie cutting off cabs, converting multipower to manual etc - and exporting to the third world. I wonder how long that will continue to be viable as electronic engine, gearbox etc control become the norm. With ever stricter emmisions legislation how long is it before all machines have to have an annual smoke test like the car MOT? In Switzerland they are now forcing all construction vehicles to have a £3000 catalytic converter retro fitted before they can operate in a town. How long before tractors get the same treatment?
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