Used Farm Equipment For Sale in Washington and Oregon

Buying Used Farm Equipment

Buying used farm equipment can be a challenge, but if you put in the initial work it can easily pay off financially! When it comes to used farm equipment, your major concerns will include maintenance records, current performance and how much life is left in your machine. To put your mind at ease with any of these issues, it is best to find a reputable dealership who is willing to walk you through the buying process in order to make sure that you are getting a quality piece of pre-owned farm equipment. At Burrows Tractor, we want to make sure you walk away happy with your next piece of used farm equipment. Come see us at one of our locations across Oregon and Washington and test out our top quality pre-owned equipment for yourself!

Identify Your Needs

Before heading into the dealership, it is best to do some research and have an idea of what machines or equipment is necessary to get your jobs done. Narrow down your options and have some idea of what you have the skill to handle. With farm equipment, check into compact or utility equipment. Compact offers smaller sizes, perfect for smaller projects and gardening. Utility equipment is larger and meant for more production-based farm work. If you are working on a large farm and need to scale up your production, going with a utility equipment set will help you get your jobs done much more quickly. There are plenty of different implements and tools available, but the amount and quantity of the work are also important to pay attention to. Doing your research in advance will help answer these questions and help prevent you from becoming overwhelmed with the sheer number of products available. 

What To Check For

Once you have identified the product that you want to purchase, make sure to ask the dealership the right questions so that you will be confident in the product you receive. Make sure to do a thorough visual check on what you're buying, and ask to see any of the mechanical inner workings as well. Check the gauge and see how much work has been clocked on the machine and that it doesn't have too much wear compared to the number of hours put on it. If that checks out, ask for a test drive to see that the steering, handling, motor and other electronic parts are working as they should. If you aren't skilled in using farm equipment, bring along a trusted expert and have them do the inspections. 

If everything checks out, take one final run through everything just to be certain and don't forget to check the appearance. While most farm equipment will have some wear and tear due to the nature of the work, it is still evident which pieces of equipment came from a good home. If something has only a few years of use but looks like it belongs in the 90s, you may need to do some more thorough checks before purchasing. 

Used farm equipment can be just as effective as a brand new model, you just have to make sure you do the legwork before purchasing! Know what to look for during inspections, or bring along someone who does, and don't be afraid to ask our staff for any help you may need. If you put the time and effort into this process, we are confident that you will walk away happy, with even more money in your pocket for your next purchase. At Burrows Tractor, we're here to help you find your next pre-owned farm equipment. Come on down to one of our locations across Washington and Oregon, and see our selection for yourselves! We are proud to serve Richland and Ellensburg, WA and Portland and North Plains, OR.