How Much Do You Know About Tractors?
By: Annette
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About This Quiz
They're fun, they're useful, and they're not just for the farmland. Tractors can do so much, and there are so many varieties to choose from! In this quiz, we'll test your knowledge of tractors. If you fail, we won't make you plow a field.
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Tractors transformed _______ .
The Industrial Revolution
Tractors completely transformed agriculture as we know it. Farming practices have never been the same.
Before tractors, _____ were used on the field.
Horses once did the jobs that tractors do today. They were responsible for dragging heavy things.
Tractor _____ end loaders perform the widest variety of tasks.
Tractor front end loaders are the heroes of modern agriculture and industry. They lift heavy things, and they can be attached to various implements.
What is a tractor slasher?
An implement for clearing trees.
An implement for cutting down corn
An implement for slashing large lawns
A tractor slasher revolutionizes the way that you mow a large lawn. It's an attachable implement that cuts through grass, sometimes also called a bush hog.
In the 1930's, tractors had ____ wheels.
Tractors originally had metal wheels! In the 1930s, pretty much all tractors had steel wheels and spikes for traction.
Where was the front end loader invented?
The front end loader tractor was invented in Sweden in 1958. The company that developed it was Alo.
Tractors are known for having _____ levels of torque.
Tractors have high levels of torque. That's why they're able to tow heavy trailers and machinery, but they don't go very fast.
How does a tractor traverse a long, winding road?
A long, winding country road is no friend to the tractor thanks to its cumbersome steering. Still, there are so many other advantages to them that no one cares.
When you drive a tractor to go too fast, it might _______ .
Tractors don't reach high speeds. If you push it to go too fast, the frame might become unstable and it might tip over.
The fastest tractor in history reached speeds of _______.
The fastest tractor on record actually reached speeds of 96 mph. It is not recommended that you try this at home!
Steam-engine tractors were invented in _______.
In the late 1800s, steam-engine tractors were invented. Most people thought that this was a bad idea due to explosion hazards.
Gas-powered tractors were invented in ______.
The first gas-powered tractors were invented in the 1890s. These didn't become ubiquitous until the 1920s.
How many tractors are on the planet?
According to the World Bank, there are as many as 26 million tractors in operation today. This goes to show you how important they are.
1/3 of the energy used for farming is used by _______.
We hope you got that one right. 1/3 of the energy used for farming is used by tractors!
What does tractor mean in Latin?
The word tractor comes from "trahere," which means "to pull" in Latin. The word started to be used in reference to the tractor engine in 1859.
What kind of engines do tractors have?
Almost all tractors have diesel engines. They don't go very fast, but they're quite powerful.
Tractors have ______ horse power PTO.
Tractors have high, mid, and low horse power PTO. That makes them quite versatile. They can pull heavy or light loads.
When did John Deere first design and manufacture diesel engines?
John Deere began designing and manufacturing diesel engines in 1949. In 1953, Deere launched the iconic model 70.
The LeTourneau L-2350 is the world's _______ front end loader.
Thee LeTourneau L-2350 is the world's largest front end loader. It is produced in Longview, Texas.
Giant tractors can have up to _____ tires.
Giant tractors can have up to 12 tires. These tires can be so large that they stand taller than a human.
Tractors can have a PTO shaft _____.
Many tractors have a PTO shaft in both the front and the back. The PTO shaft allows implements to draw energy from the engine.
By 1950, there were _____ tractors in the world.
With the introduction of the gas engine, the tractor rose in popularity. There were 3.4 million tractors by 1950, and only 600 in 1907.
______ tires were invented in 1932.
Rubber tires were finally invented for tractors in 1932. This improved operation, speed, and lowered the fuel consumption.
What is the most common tractor found today?
John Deere is the most common tractor in use today. The Case tractor is also quite popular.
There are ____ main types of tractors.
There are only two main types of tractors. These include the wheeled tractors and the crawlers, also known as caterpillars.
When was the PTO invented?
The PTO, or Power Takeoff, was invented in 1918. It transmits power from the engine to the implement.
What increased pulling power in the '50s and '60s?
Both diesel power and 4-wheel drive helped to increase pulling power in the '50s and '60s. These innovations led to the tractors that we see today.
What can a tractor pull?
Today's tractor can pull cultivators, plows, and mowers. They can even power stationary devices like winches and saws.
What can tractors push?
Not only do tractors pull things, but they push things too! They're great for moving earth and snow.
What converts the engine from a fast mover to a slow mover?
Even though tractors have engines that could make them go fast, the gearbox converts this energy, increasing the tractor's ability to pull things.
The earliest tractors were designed like ______.
The earliest tractors were designed like little steam locomotives. They were described as "coal-powered lumbering beasts."
Who said, "I felt perfectly certain that horses, considering all the bother of attending them and the expense of feeding, did not earn their keep. The obvious thing to do was to design and build a steam engine that would be light enough to run an ordinary wagon or to pull a plow."
These famous words come from Henry Ford. Ford, like many others, sought a better alternative.
What pulls the implements on a tractor?
The drawbar has the heavy task of pulling the tractor's implements. The drawbar can pivot so that a tractor can still turn corners.
What has the power to raise and lower implements on/off the ground?
The hydraulic hitch is responsible for raising and lowering implements on and off the ground. This is something no horse could ever do.
Most tractors today are ____ -wheel drive.
Most tractors today are 2-wheel drive. They have large rear wheels that are driven from the engine. The small front wheels are for steering.
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