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Think Outside of the Rocks With an Ai2 Rock Bucket!
A rock bucket, regardless of the word “rock” in its name, can be used for many tasks besides rock removal on a small farm when used on your tractor’s front loader. Here at Tractor Tools Direct we specialize in two models of rock buckets in our line of Ai2 products – the Ai2 48" Rock Bucket For Kubota BX 3-Pin Style Attachment and the Ai2 48" Rock Bucket For Skid Steer Style Attachment. Let’s discuss the small-farm tasks you can tackle with these buckets and the dif
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Jan 31st 2025
The Best Tires and Tread Patterns for Snow Plowing and Snow Blowing with Your Compact Tractor
When winter arrives and the snow starts piling up, your compact tractor becomes your best friend for snow plowing and snow blowing. But to ensure it performs at its best, choosing the right tires and tread patterns is just as important as choosing the right attachments. Tires impact traction, stability, and overall performance, especially when you're working in slippery, snowy conditions. In this post, we’ll break down the best tire options and tread patterns for your subcompact tractor during t
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Jan 13th 2025
Off-Grid Living
In my job here at Tractor Tools Direct I talk to people throughout North America, including Alaska and Hawaii. I thoroughly enjoy engaging these folks in conversation to learn about their homesteads and to get a glance into their reasons for purchasing our equipment. With virtually every person I speak to the theme is the same; they wish to gain more independence. The terms “Off The Grid” and being prepared seem to pop up occasionally. That may be only independence from having to have someone ba
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Jan 1st 2025
Conquer Winter: Loader-Mounted Snow Plows for Your Kubota Compact Tractor
Winter is no joke, especially for those of us who need to keep driveways, paths, and properties clear of snow. For compact and subcompact tractor owners, investing in a loader-mounted snow plow like the Ai2 60" Loader Mounted Snow Plow could be the game-changer you need to handle snow removal with ease. Let’s explore why these snow plows are the perfect winter weapon for your tractor and how to choose the best one for your needs.
Why Loader-Mounted Snow Plows Make Sense
Compact and subcom
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Dec 17th 2024
No Loader? No Problem.
So you have a compact tractor on your small farm, but you don’t have a front loader. Maybe price puts one out of reach. Maybe you have an older tractor that is not set up for a front loader. Well don’t let this stop you from getting work done! Dump buckets are a great solution for tackling many of the same tasks of a front loader at a more affordable price.Basically, a dump bucket is a wheel barrow but bigger, better, and much more efficient. It can be used for digging, scooping, and hauling mat
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Feb 1st 2024