Implements & Attachments Category Guide

Expanding Equipment Capability

Implements and attachments turn tractors and loaders into versatile tools for countless farm tasks. From hay equipment to manure handling, the right implements improve efficiency and reduce the need for specialized machines.

Hay and Forage Equipment

Mowing and Conditioning

• Disc mowers and mower-conditioners
• Flail choppers
• Rotary cutters for rough areas

Raking and Merging

• Wheel rakes and rotary rakes
• Tedders for drying
• Mergers for windrow combining

Baling and Wrapping

• Round balers
• Square balers (small and large)
• Bale wrappers and in-line wrappers

Loader Attachments

Buckets

• General purpose buckets
• Manure buckets with higher capacity
• Rock buckets for cleaning
• Silage defacers

Specialty Attachments

• Bale spears and grapples
• Pallet forks
• Grapple buckets
• Snow pushers and blades

Manure Handling

• Manure spreaders (box and slinger)
• Liquid manure tanks and applicators
• Drag hose systems
• Composting turners

Selection Considerations

• Match implement size to tractor power
• Consider hydraulic and PTO requirements
• Evaluate new vs. used options
• Check compatibility with existing equipment
• Consider custom hire vs. ownership

Maintenance and Storage

• Clean and service after use
• Store under cover when possible
• Address wear parts proactively
• Keep records for scheduling and budgeting

Cost Considerations

Implement costs vary widely—a hay rake might be $5,000-20,000 while a large round baler runs $30,000-70,000. Used equipment can be excellent value with proper inspection. Factor in operating costs, repairs, and eventual replacement when calculating true costs.