Q & A
Ask the Right Questions
How Many Acres Do You Own?
Horsepower is critical. Buying the right tractor with the right amount of horsepower and features the first time can result in savings over the long run. Think about your needs so that the tractor and equipment can grow with you as your needs grow.
What Type Of Property Do You Own?
Different properties will require different tractor applications. Your property may include pastures or lawns, largely cultivated acres, long gravel driveways, or fenced livestock areas with tough to manage spaces. The work you require from your tractor will vary. Your Solis dealer will help you match the tractor to your property and its needs.
Can You Operate The Tractor?
Taking into account your level of experience will help you find the best tractor size, transmission (gear drive, hydrostatic or shuttle), and control configuration.
What Kinds Of Jobs Will You Be Performing?
Jobs such as mowing, moving hay, grading, landscaping, moving materials, etc., or any combination of these tasks will require different implements & attachments and horsepower.
What Should I Expect From My Solis Tractor Dealer?
Your relationship with Solis tractor dealer should be a key factor in your purchase, as you’ll be working with him or her over a number of years. Make sure the dealer takes the time to help select the right tractor for you and supports you after your purchase. Speak with the service manager to ensure that you are comfortable with their knowledge, parts availability and hours of operation.
Test Drive
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3-Point Hitch
The 3-point hitch is used to attach rear-mounted implements and attachments like mowers, blades, scrapers, posthole diggers, tillers, and backhoes. It consists of two lift arms and one top link where pins attach the implements. Take a look at the Solis difference and our heavy-duty construction.
Chassis
The framework that supports the tractor frame and components, including the engine, transmission, suspension, etc.
Drawbar
A bar on the rear of the tractor used for towing.
Horsepower (HP)
The amount of energy it takes to lift 550 pounds one foot in one second.
Hydrostatic Transmission
A hydraulically-driven transmission that offers variable speeds using a foot pedal.
Mechanical Transmission
A manually-driven transmission that offers variable speeds by shifting gears manually.
Implement
Rugged, high-performance work tools that can be added to the tractor to increase its job functions. These can include landscape tools, mowers, box blades, and many more.
Loader
The front-end loader operates like a large shovel with the tractor’s power and weight behind it. A quick-attach design allows you to get your loader on and off quickly. The most common tool is the bucket, but other tools that work on the loader include bale spears, pallet forks, and grapples.
Powertrain
The powertrain transfers power from the engine to the drive wheels and power take-off (PTO). Main functions include selecting speed ratios, balancing power to the drive wheels for turning, and allowing the tractor to reverse.
PTO (Power Take Off)
Used to provide power to an attachment, the PTO allows the attachment to draw energy from the tractor’s engine.
Quick Hitch
The quick hitch attaches to the tractor’s 3-point hitch, allowing the operator to easily hook onto implements.
Synchro-Shuttle
Allows for shifting gears on the move without grinding.