LS Tractor - your partner for vineyard work

LS Tractor in your vineyard? Vineyard owners know very well how much work is required for vineyards and how important properly equipped equipment is. You need a machine that is versatile and functional for vineyard maintenance and care. One that will help you with crop transport, mowing and processing of inter-rows, weeding or spraying. It needs to be a tractor that will maneuver maneuverably between narrow alleys and in the inter-rows and work with a wide range of agricultural machinery. LS Tractor’s range can easily meet these requirements!

Factors that affect the operation of LS Tractors in vineyards:

Depending on its application, various parameters and characteristics of the equipment need to be verified. In the case of vineyards, such features as turning radius, wheelbase, maneuverability, easy steering or large field of vision become important. Here are the most important LS Tractor in vineyard features to consider:

Small turning radius

The small turning radius of LS tractors makes the machine nimble and maneuverable in narrow spaces and between rows, maintaining traction and thus keeping you safe while working. You can turn back to the next alley without unnecessary maneuvering.
The smaller machines, namely the LS Tractor XJ 25 and LS Tractor MT 1.25, have the smallest turning radius as they are 2200 and 2400 mm, respectively. On the other hand, the MT3 series tractors have a turning radius of 2800 to 2890 mm (depending on the specific model).

Tractor width:

Characteristic of vineyards are the narrow alleys between which one must navigate. LS Tractor MT 1.25 and XJ 25 tractors are about 1190-1250 mm wide, so they navigate narrow inter-rows with incredible ease.

Wheelbase

A shorter wheelbase improves maneuverability, making smaller tractors easier to park and maneuver in smaller spaces. However, a longer wheelbase contributes to a higher level of safety – contributing to driver confidence and tractor stability at higher speeds.

Creep gears

LS Traktor has equipped its machines with so-called creep gears. They work well on platforms when pruning or picking fruit.

Mechanical or hydrostatic transmission – which one to choose?

Almost every LS Tractor model comes in two versions when it comes to transmission:

• Mechanical Engine Gearbox (MEC) – allows you to change the direction of travel with a single movement of the lever, located next to the steering wheel. The manual transmission is additionally equipped with a reverser, which definitely makes it easier to operate the tractor. On the other hand, for many users the most important advantage will be the information that the gearbox is synchronized – so you can forget about the difficulties of shifting into and out of gear.
• Hydrostatic transmission (HST) – is operated by two foot pedals (F3/R3; forward and reverse) and allows you to change direction by pressing the appropriate pedal. Specially developed hydrostatic transmission technology significantly reduces fuel consumption and shows a significantly longer service life. It is simple and reliable, making it a more popular choice.

LS Tractor = safety

Working with an LS Tractor is completely safe, even when operating on high hills. This is due to the machines being equipped with a ROPS operator arm and belts. In addition, you can decide for yourself whether the safety bar should be mounted behind or in front of the operator’s seat.

Air-conditioned cab

LS Tractor with a cab in vineyard are also a good option for work. They are especially appreciated when working with spraying, because the cab protects from the harmful effects of pesticides and fertilizers to which machine operators are exposed. More! LS Tractor has tract models with sealed cabs with DPF particulate filters, which are especially important when spraying, as they eliminate emissions of particles that are harmful to humans. Tractors with lockable cabs provide safety and, thanks to their extensive equipment, also high comfort. For field work on hot summer days, the option with air conditioning becomes important. Standard equipment also includes, among other things, a sun visor, interior and exterior LED lighting and a radio, which is sure to make hours of work more pleasant.

Multifunctionality of LS tractors in vineyards

By mounting machinery with a three-point linkage (three-point linkage), LS Tractor tractors, using the power take-off (PTO), are used to drive machinery that does not have its own engines. This allows them to work more efficiently in the cultivation process, from field preparation to harvesting and transporting crops.
Here’s how LS Tractor in your vineyard performs its functions:

LS Tractor + weeder

Both mechanical and hydraulic weeder can be attached to the LS tractor. For inter-row processing in vineyards, a mechanical weeder is recommended. Weeders are extremely necessary and environmentally friendly equipment. This is because they allow to abandon or reduce the use of chemical preparations aimed at eliminating unwanted weeds. The weeder is designed to remove weeds and loosen the soil from crops growing in rows at a spacing that allows a farm tractor to pass freely. The device is perfect for any type of planting up to a height of 50 cm.

LS Tractor + tiller

Vineyard owners appreciate the combination of LS tractors with a ripper, mounted on a category I three-point hitch.
The ripper is mainly used to prepare the soil before seeding. It is a device that is designed to mechanically dig, crumble and loosen the soil. It mixes the soil very thoroughly, so that the cultivated soil becomes a good base for sowing seeds. Thanks to the work of the tiller, we can remove weeds and level the ground while preparing it for a new crop of plants.

LS Tractor + sprayer

Spraying is a must for any vineyard farmer. LS tractors can be equipped with a horticultural sprayer to carry out specialized crop protection treatments. It is used for spraying crop protection products, irrigation and foliar fertilization. It is also an indispensable device for combating nuisance crop pests, as well as for controlling insects that are a nuisance to people and animals over large areas.

LS Tractor + trailer

A trailer is an indispensable work tool, especially during harvesting. Thanks to the mobility of LS Tractors with single-axle trailers with a maximum payload of 1.5 tons and two-axle trailers with a payload of up to 2.5 tons, crop transportation will become quick and easy.

LS Tractor + transport crate

The transport function will also be fulfilled by LS Tractor in combination with a transport crate.
Smaller boxes – with a capacity of 250-400 liters and a load capacity of 200-300 kg – are dedicated to mini-tractor models (LS Tarctor XJ 25 and LS Tractor MT 1.25). They are used to transport various types of bulk materials. They are ideal for transporting vegetables, fruits, soil and fertilizers, as well as smaller agricultural equipment.
Larger boxes – with a lifting capacity of 300, 500 or 700 kg – are dedicated to tractors of traditional size (MT3, LS Tractor XU 6168) for transporting very heavy and bulky materials.
Working comfort – for both smaller and larger boxes – will be ensured by a convenient kipper, thanks to which they can be emptied very easily and effortlessly.

LS Tractor + drill rig

Because of its compatibility, the LS Tractor will be a very good companion for working with a drill rig, also known as an earth auger. It saves us time, and the results of our work are definitely more satisfactory than digging by hand.

It is extremely useful for working in vineyards when:

• quickly digging holes in the soil for planting plants, trees and shrubs;
• loosening the soil for plantings;
• drilling holes for posts.

LS Tractor + mower

For mowing inter-rows in vineyards, a flail mower called a mulcher will be the best option. Some people call it a mower for “special tasks” because it easily mows tall grass, shrubs, smaller trees, branches, or heavily overgrown areas. An advantage is the ability to open the tailgate when mowing very overgrown areas. The mowed material will be less shredded, but at the same time the tractor will not be stressed as much as when working with the tailgate closed. This is a mower equipped with hammers or Y-blades, which work very well in wasteland.

LS Tractor – up to 5 years warranty

LS Tractor in vineyard is perfect for work. When you buy an LS brand tractor, you get a 5-year warranty from us. For the sake of our customers, after the warranty period expires, we still give you the opportunity to use our service. The professionals at LS Tractor will be happy to help you. This is all so that you do not have to worry about the equipment in case of failure and can make a safe purchase.