Farm Tractors, Used Tractors - Heavy Equipment Resource

Tractors manufactured in North America Since the mid eighties are fitted with a ROPS canopy or role over protection system. Statistics show that roughly 60% of deaths related to tractor accidents are in a role over. Tractors typically are well built and designed to last many years the result is probably about 50% of tractors in use today are older and not equipped with a ROPS canopy.

If you are the proud owner of one of these old tractors or are looking at buying used tractors and are concerned about the safety of yourself or anyone who maybe operating her which also in many farming operations could be a family member no worries, since there are many factory built retro fit systems available for practically all makes and models. These systems are engineered and tested to government standards and also include installation of a safety belt.

You may not know that various incentive programs probably exist through your local government and farm associations. To qualify for the retro fit system you purchase, it will have to meet all your local and federal government and engineering standards so building your own or purchasing a used system that may not qualify could end up costing more and be inferior. 

How to find out about Tractor ROPS incentives

Your local tractor dealer should have information on a retro fit for your particular make and model. Local government or farm associations in your area should have information on incentives available to you. So be safe and consider a ROPS canopy retrofit and hey it gets hot out there and most offer shade as well.

Tags: Rollover Protection, ROPS Canopy, Tractor Rollbar, Tractor ROPS, Tractor Upgrades

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