Indispensable LS Tractor in your orchard

Every person who runs an orchard knows how much work is involved in orcharding and how important properly equipped and comfortable equipment is. Explore the possibilities of LS Tractor in the orchard! You need a machine that is functional and versatile, for maintaining and caring for the orchard and helping at harvest time. It must be a tractor that will maneuver maneuverably between narrow alleys and work with many orchard machines. It will help you transport crops and boxes, mow and process inter-rows, chop branches, or with spraying. That’s what an LS Tractor is. Find out what features orchard tractors should have. Check out the wide selection of LS Tractors tailored to your orchard needs in different models, such as: XJ25, MT1, MT3.

The most important features of LS Tractor orchard tractors

Orchard farms have different equipment requirements than classic farms. An orchard tractor is used primarily for maintenance and care work, as well as transport. As a result, power becomes less important. Features such as size, including wheelbase, maneuverability, easy handling and large field of vision are gaining in importance.
Here are some of the factors that make LS brand Tractor such a good fit for orchard:

Adaptable size

LS brand tractors come in a variety of sizes, allowing you to match the equipment to the size of your orchard area. Orchards are characterized by narrow alleys, between which you have to move. This is where LS Tractor XJ25 and LS Tractor MT1.25 series tractors, called super compact due to their small size, come in handy. The LS Tractor MT1.25 and XJ25 tractors are about 1190-1250 mm wide, so they can easily navigate narrow inter-rows. They’ll get in anywhere – even where larger machines couldn’t manage. These small, inconspicuous machines will help you with any maintenance work of your orchard.
The LS Tractor brand also offers larger tractors in the MT3 series, with a width of about 1400-1670 mm (depending on the model) – suitable for work on large areas with heavier loads. In addition, they have adjustable wheelbases, making work even easier.

Creep gears

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

Smallest turning radius

The small turning radius of LS tractors makes the machine nimble and maneuverable in narrow spaces, maintaining traction and thus keeping you safe while working. You can turn back to the next alley of your orchard without unnecessary maneuvering.
The smaller machines, namely the XJ25 and MT1.25, 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).

Efficient hydraulics

Efficient hydraulic system means you can work efficiently with demanding implements. The MT1.25 and XJ25 have two hydraulic outlets. Larger models, the LS Tractor MT3, have as many as eight hydraulic outputs, making it possible to connect a wide range of attachments to the tractor.
Such a number of hydraulic inputs, both in the case of smaller and larger models, makes it possible to attach, among other things, a trailer, a weeder for weeding between rows or a mechanical pruner for pruning branches.

Comfortable cab

LS Tractor has tract models with sealed cabs with filters, which seems to make a big difference when spraying. Some tractors in the MT3 series have a DPF particulate filter button, which is especially important for orchard work, as it eliminates emissions of particles that are harmful to humans.
LS tractors are enriched with a heating function, so important when working in the winter season. An additional option offered by the company is air conditioning with a view to working on hot summer days.
The soundproofed and lockable cabin also features: a radio, a cushioned seat, additional external LED lighting, and a sealed front axle for extended life in waterlogged terrain – all of which undoubtedly enhance comfort. Inside, the cab has intuitively arranged control instruments and levers, making the operator’s work even more enjoyable.
Choosing in the configuration with a comfortable cab, the tractor becomes an all-season machine that we can rely on in all weather conditions!
Models that do not have a cab are equipped with a ROPS operator safety frame and belts to ensure safety when using the tractor.
Some models come with a canopy, mounted on the tractor’s transom. It provides protection for the operator from the falling sun or rain. It makes work during changing weather conditions more pleasant, being an alternative to a tractor with a cab.

Multifunctionality of LS Tractor in orchard

Functionality and versatility are extremely important in orcharding. Less important will be the ability to work with heavy machinery. Instead, the option to work with mowers, sprayers, or other specialized auxiliary equipment becomes more important, where hydraulic points or PTO shafts, among others, may be important.
Each of the LS Tractors is equipped with an independent PTO shaft, which gives the option of using additional PTO/PTO attachments. In the case of smaller tractors, this is usually a shaft having a single speed of 540 rpm, while in larger tractors, ie: MT3.35, MT3.40, MT3.50 and MT3.60 – there are as many as three speeds. These allow LS Tractors to additionally work with orchard machinery. Here is a possible application of LS Tractor in orchard:

LS Tractor + trailer

A versatile farm trailer is a basic and indispensable farm tool used for any kind of work, including orchard work. Thanks to the mobility of LS Tractors with a wide range of trailers, whether single-axle with a maximum payload of 1.5 tons or two-axle with a payload of 2.5 tons, LS Tractors will be helpful when transporting crops.

LS Tractor + loader

The function of loading and unloading, as well as transporting crates of fruit, is fulfilled by a loader attached to an LS brand tractor. All you need to do is put a pallet fork in place of the bucket. Thanks to its very sturdy construction and well-thought-out design, it is able to carry much more weight than other tractors of similar size and power.

• LL2101 loader – the original standard front loader dedicated to LS Tractor XJ25 with a lifting capacity of 500 kg.
• LL1100 loader – original front loader dedicated to LS Tractor MT1.25 with a lifting capacity of 527 kg.
• LL4104 loader – the original standard front loader dedicated to LS Tractor MT3.50 and LS Tractor MT3.60, with a lifting capacity of up to 1233 kg.

LS Tractor + mower

For mowing inter-rows on plantations, you can use the LM1160 Nursing Mower – it is dedicated for M1 series tractors, i.e. LS MT1.22 and LS MT1.25. It is an inter-axle mower, which means that it is mounted between the axles of the tractor. It is designed for the care of large areas, mowed regularly. Ideal for those who care about nicely mowed grass.
In addition, the LS Tractor MT1.25 can be retrofitted with a low or high discharge hopper. This way the mower will immediately collect the cut grass in the basket – you will save your time, and the surface will be tidy and aesthetically pleasing.
For a more demanding surface, a flail mower called a mulcher will be a better solution. A flail mower is a machine designed to mulch the remains of plants created by, among other things, orchard or vine cultivation. 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.
Both of the above-mentioned mowers will easily adapt to work in narrow inter-rows in terms of width.

LS Tractor + tiller

Orchardists will appreciate the combination of the LS tractors with a rotovator, mounted on a category I three-point hitch. The tiller has its uses in orcharding when growing vines or working narrow inter-rows like blueberries, raspberries, etc.

LS Tractor + sprayer

LS tractors can be equipped with a horticultural sprayer to carry out specialized crop protection treatments. This is an essential tool for any fruit grower. 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 in large areas.

LS Tractor + chipper

LS Tractor with the help of a chipper will allow you to clean up your orchard by shredding and processing cut branches or other organic waste, too hard and not suitable for direct composting. The shredded mass is not only suitable for composting, but is also an excellent mulching material. The tractor chipper works by connecting to the PTO shaft, so individual chippers require connection to a tractor with sufficient engine power.

LS Tractor – up to 5 years warranty!

When you make a purchase LS Tractor for your orchard, you get a 5-year warranty from us, so you don’t have to worry about repairs in case of any malfunctions. In addition, in case of any problems with the machine, you can count on our full service. Our specialists, with years of experience, are sure to help you solve the problem or find additional attachments suitable for your tractor.