Tractor Landscape Rake

Key Features

• Heat-Treated Tines: Each 1-inch tine is heat-treated for superior durability, resisting wear and tear during demanding tasks.
• Adjustable Angles: Five forward and five reverse angle settings provide precise control over material flow.
• Optional Wheel Kit: Enhance performance with a wheel kit for adjustable height on uneven terrain.
• Powder-Coat Finish: Protects the rake from environmental elements, ensuring long-lasting use.

Applications

• Debris Removal: Clear rocks, branches, and other debris from fields, trails, and pastures.
• Grading: Maintain and grade gravel driveways and roads.
• Soil Preparation: Level and smooth soil for planting gardens or fields.
• Material Spreading: Distribute topsoil, mulch, and other materials evenly across your work area.

Operating Instructions

The Landscape Rake is a versatile tool designed for various tasks, including loosening, leveling, and clearing soil of debris. For any questions about proper operation, contact your dealer or the manufacturer.

• Ensure the Landscape Rake is level before operating. Adjust the top link so the implement sits flat on a level surface.
• The rake can be angled to windrow debris to the side for easier removal.
• Before starting, confirm all adjustments are correctly made to suit your desired operation.
• Set the tractor brakes and take the tractor out of gear. Shift to "Park" if applicable.
• Lower the rake to the ground and begin moving forward. Adjust your speed and angle based on soil conditions and the specific job.
• Keep tractor speed under 5 mph during operation to maintain control and efficiency.
• Always lift the rake off the ground when turning to prevent damage to the equipment.

"Designed for Category 1 tractors" indicates that a tractor implement, such as a landscape rake, is compatible with tractors using a Category 1 three-point hitch system. This system is widely used for small to medium-sized tractors, making it perfect for tasks on farms, ranches, and landscaping projects.

Key Features of Category 1 Tractors

• Hitch Pin Dimensions: Lower link pins are 7/8 inch (22.2 mm), and the top link pin is 3/4 inch (19.05 mm).
• Horsepower Range: Typically suited for tractors with 20 to 45 HP, offering the power needed for versatile applications.
• Implements: Compatible with light to moderate-duty tractor implements, such as landscape rakes, box blades, post-hole diggers, and tillers.

Benefits of Category 1 Tractor Implements

Using a Category 1-compatible implement brings several advantages:

• Ease of Use: Simplified attachment and detachment process for efficient work transitions.
• Versatility: A wide range of attachments are available for farming, landscaping, and maintenance tasks.
• Cost-Effective: Ideal for small farms or landscaping operations without the expense of larger machinery.

Common Applications for Category 1 Tractors

Category 1 tractors and their implements excel in:

• Maintaining gravel driveways and pathways
• Preparing gardens or fields for planting
• Clearing debris and managing soil
• Light grading and mowing tasks

Product Review: Tractor Rake – A Farmer's Essential Tool

I use a variety of equipment for different tasks but my favorite and most versatile is the Tractor Rake. I use it for leveling dirt, I laid a gravel driveway and dug up dirt behind our pasture for a large garden. It's built tough and is used to handle everything around my farm work with ease.

The Tractor Rake is very good at breaking up compacted soil and smoothing uneven terrain. It's adjustable and allows me to control the depth and angle. I’ve even used it to manage my dirt roads and driveways, and it performs flawlessly every time. Even with heavy use, it holds up well and is easy to hook up to my tractor, I use it year-round for things I never thought I could before I bought it.

I highly recommend the rake, it's well worth the investment and has made my life much easier and I can't imagine working without it now!