Even the best tractor can be optimised. Whether it’s about comfort or additional equipment, profi readers share their workshop creations.

The range of possible applications for a tractor are as varied as the tuning tips from profi readers to optimise their steeds. The many and diverse submissions are always interesting, making you wonder why the manufacturers haven’t yet come up with one or two of these ideas themselves. 

What we found particularly interesting in one of these reader submissions was how components from the furniture industry can be used in the cab. If you have some tractor modifications of your own, then please get in touch. Don’t be put off by thinking your mod is too simple or basic. Not everyone will have thought of it. And it might inspire other ideas, too.

Sebastian Rüther

This reader uses a cut-away pipe to fix the lift arms of his Fendt in their raised position. He slides the tube over the lift rod and fixes the lift rod in its raised position (see the right-hand lift rod). The pipe was welded onto the existing pin. This serves as a holder and the pipe as a practical handle when it is in its stowed position (left lift rod).

FRESH AIR WITH NO AIR-CON

For more fresh air in a New Holland T4020, which doesn’t have air-conditioning, this reader made a bracket from a piece of round steel with a clamp and a garden hose. This allows the door to be propped open just enough to let in some fresh air. 

FOURTH CIRCUIT AT THE REAR

To retrofit a fourth spool both easily and cheaply, this reader simply attached two fittings to the top part of a multi-coupler and routed their hoses to the rear where he added extra couplers. The spool can be operated via the front loader lever.

STURDY HOLDER

After changing from Cat II to III, the top link holder on this Deutz-Fahr AgroXtra 4.47 was no longer the right size. That’s why the owner made a new one. The quick-release hook on the top link simply latches onto the plastic ball he fitted. He can also replace the plastic ball with a Cat II version to fit the smaller top link, too. 

GREASE GUN AND FORK ON BOARD

This reader fitted suitable holders where he stores a grease gun and a fork. The fork holder can also be used for a shovel. 

PRACTICAL BOX

As the original Fendt toolbox didn’t fit the needs of the owner, he installed a larger box on top of the fuel tank of his Fendt 716 Vario. The box can be opened from the steps so that even shorter drivers can easily reach the tools.

FLEXIBLE STEP FOR CLAAS AXION

For better comfort and safety as he gets in and out of his Axion, this owner developed a stable but flexible bottom step. Because it is very low to the ground he made sure the new steps could flex and won’t get damaged when hitting an obstacle.

FRONT LINKAGE FOR AN OLD TIMER

This reader retrofitted a front linkage to his Massey Ferguson 133 Super. The entire linkage is his own construction. Brace bearers connect it to the gearbox to increase stability. 

NO CLATTER

To prevent the rear linkage from bouncing when towing heavy machines, this reader developed an attachment kit that uses a spring to pull the linkage downwards. Adapter plates and pins attach the spring to the link arm and to the carriage of the Claas Axion or Arion models.

STAY CLEAN

This owner fitted a hand-wash tank including a soap dispenser to his John Deere 6R so that he always climbs into the tractor with clean hands. Fabrication included making a bracket and installing it above the right-hand step where he positioned the tank. 

FRONT WEIGHT WITHOUT A LINKAGE

This reader made a 220kg front weight so that he can operate his new six-rotor tedder with his Deutz D5206 CA. The steel plates and small parts were already knocking around the farmyard. The weight block has two holes at the top for attaching a lifting strap. The weight is held on by the clevis and fixed in place with two M16 bolts.

FURNITURE PARTS IN THE CAB

This owner ordered a furniture locking system from Stcrerag from amazon.de. It serves as universal attachment for terminals, screens and control units. Two pairs cost just €10. Thanks to the dovetail design, the two parts are a snug fit but can also be easily separated. 

HAMMER ALWAYS TO HAND

This reader has attached large clips to the cab trim of his Fendt tractor. He uses these clips to store a hammer and a spike. This means that the tools you often need are stored within easy reach in the entrance area and not on the floor where they turn into hazardous projectiles when braking sharply. 

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