Even for those with a limited budget, a sub-compact tractor can bring a lot of relief when agricultural work is required.
Tiny but powerful, sub-compact tractors easily become the better choice for small gardening activities and when dealing with reduced areas.
If you’re not going to sow hundreds of acres, chances are you don’t require a big or even compact tractor. Going for an 18-23hp sub-compact tractor with PTO and good implements will yield better productivity for the money.
Tight spaces? Not that much of a budget for repairs and maintenance? Fuel is more expensive each day? These issues are well tackled by a decent priced sub-compact tractor. But which one should you buy?
Let’s have a look at the top 5 most affordable sub-compact tractors out there on the market.
The blue-painted MT225E from LS Tractor is a US-built sub-compact tractor that homeowners can acquire for roughly $19,000.
It is one of the best-selling models of the brand and also one of the most sought-after sub-compact tractors in the US.
MT225E makes use of a 3-cylinder water-cooled diesel engine to provide 25 usable horsepower. Power is distributed through an impressive transmission with 12-forward and 12 reverse gears. An independent PTO brings plenty of juice for any implement and the hydrostatic power steering will make handling in tight spaces a breeze.
Steiner brings the 450DX sub-compact tractor to aid homeowners in need to take care of their turf.
It bets on being highly maneuverable and at 25hp, it develops just enough power for mowing and plowing operations. Steiner brings a unique feature into the sub-compact line: an oscillating frame and articulated power steering. This results in an actual 4-wheel traction system ready to tackle slopes up to 30 degrees.
The base 450DX model can be equipped with more than 20 attachments available for purchase from Steiner.
Although it comes from a top brand, the Massey Ferguson GC1700 sub-compact tractor manages to keep a decent sale price, depending on the options. Starting at $16,000, it brings a 22.5hp Tier 4 Final, 3-cylinder diesel engine.
The tractor can be equipped with a range of implements thanks to its rear and mid-PTO (2000rpm and 540rpm respectively) as well as an integrated 3-point hitch.
Kioti advertises its CK10 Series sub-compact tractor as the tough tractor for tough jobs. It brings a Tier 4 engine to the table, resulting in a quieter environment with plenty of performance and good fuel consumption.
The Kioti CK2510 sub-compact tractor is the brand’s cheapest option and uses a naturally aspirated 24,5hp engine rated at 2,600rpm. Coupled to a 6-speed manual transmission, the tractor can move forward at up to 10,8mph. PTO Power is rated at 19,5hp and a 3-point hitch comes as standard on the model.
The SA221 comes in as a fully equipped sub-compact tractor built in Osaka, Japan. It uses a 3-cylinder liquid-cooled engine to provide plenty of usable power (21.5hp) accompanied by a PTO and 3-point hitch to comply with a large variety of attachments.
Thanks to its generous amount of power, it can cope with work done normally by larger tractors, such as digging.
Even for those with a limited budget, a sub-compact tractor can bring a lot of relief when agricultural work is required.
There are great deals to be had on sub-compact tractors. The main factor that tends to lift the price is the options added to the mix. Keep those in check and you can leave the dealership with an absolute steal.
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| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Volkswagen |
Germany |
| #2 |  Toyota |
Japan |
| #3 |  Stellantis |
Netherlands |
| #4 |  Mercedes-Benz Group |
Germany |
| #5 |  Ford Motor |
United States |
| Rank | Company | Country |
|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Michelin |
France |
| #2 |  Bridgestone |
Japan |
| #3 |  Continental |
Germany |
| #4 |  Goodyear |
United States |
| #5 |  Sumitomo |
Japan |
