A tractor is an agricultural tractor or specialized vehicle that is mainly used for work related to agriculture, gardening, construction and other activities that require traction or carrying heavy loads.
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- History: The first tractors appeared in the early 20th century and were powered by steam engines. However, the turning point was the invention of the gas (gasoline) tractor by John Froelauf in 1892.
- Variety of applications: Tractors are used in agriculture for work such as plowing, sowing, harvesting, fertilizing and other field work. They are also used in construction, forestry, snow removal and industry.
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Types of tractors: There are many types of tractors, including:
- Agricultural tractors: used for agricultural work in the fields.
- Horticultural tractors: designed for work in gardens and small crops.
- Forestry tractors: used in forestry for logging and timber transport work.
- Tracked tractors: Have tracks instead of wheels, allowing them to work on difficult terrain.
- Municipal tractors: They are used for municipal work, such as road maintenance, snow removal and green area maintenance.
- Design: Tractors have an engine that drives the wheels or tracks. They often have special attachments, such as a plow, cultivator or harvesting machines that are attached to the back or front of the tractor.
- Drives: Tractors can be two-wheel or four-wheel drive, as well as tracked. These drives allow operation in a variety of terrain conditions.
- Modernization: Today's tractors are often equipped with advanced technologies, such as GPS systems for precise fieldwork, hydraulic control systems or electronic operator interfaces.
- Security: Tractors are used in a variety of conditions, so it is important for operators to follow safety rules, such as wearing appropriate protective gear and exercising caution when operating a tractor.
- Brands and manufacturers: There are many companies in the world specializing in tractors, including such well-known brands as John Deere, New Holland, Massey Ferguson, Case IH and many others.
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- First gas tractor: John Froelich, an American farmer and inventor, is often considered the creator of the first practical gas tractor. His tractor, built in 1892, was powered by a gasoline engine and was used for agricultural work.
- Tractor "Caterpillar": In the 1920s, Caterpillar introduced the first tracked tractors, which became a symbol of performance and durability in harsh terrain.
- World's largest tractor: The world's largest tractor was built in 1977 in the United States. It was more than 9 meters long, 6 meters wide and weighed about 95 tons.
- Steam-powered tractor: Tractors powered by steam engines were popular in the 19th century. However, they were expensive to operate and over time were supplanted by gasoline tractors.
- Cult models: Some tractor models have become cult icons in the agricultural world. Examples include the John Deere tractor series or the legendary Fendt tractor.
- Tractor competition: In some places, tractor competitions are held, with operators competing in various disciplines such as precision driving, weight pulling and performing time tasks.
- Tractors in museums: Many agricultural museums around the world have collections of old and unique tractor models that show the evolution of technology in this field.
- Hobbyists and collectors: There are many people who are passionate about tractors as a hobby. Collectors often try to restore and preserve historical tractor models.
- Technological transformation: Today's tractors are equipped with advanced technologies such as GPS systems, autonomous guidance and electronic interfaces that improve the efficiency and accuracy of agricultural work.
- Tractors in culture: Tractors often appear in popular culture, in movies, books and advertisements, as symbols of rural life, heavy equipment work or the spirit of the rural lifestyle.