In the early 1900s, diesel engines were first introduced into agricultural equipment. In 1931 CAT introduced a diesel engine for agriculture followed by John Deere introducing their own diesel engine in 1949. Ford Motor Company introduced their own line of diesel powered tractors in 1961. Fast forward to modern day, the leaders in farm engine and equipment technology include manufacturers like AGCO, John Deere, CASE IH and Yanmar. For agricultural use, there is no cost-effective substitute for diesel engines that can provide the same combination of efficiency, power, performance, durability, and reliability.
To keep up with increasing demand, farmers needed equipment that could help improve crop production. Having reliable diesel engines to power tractors and equipment was crucial for farms to stay productive. Diesel engines are utilized most commonly in agricultural applications, as they power more than 2/3 of all types of farm equipment. Many engines used in modern farm equipment share multiple characteristics with the diesel engines found in 3/4-ton and 1-ton pickups. Over the years diesel engine manufacturers made enhancements to components such as the fuel system for better atomization, increased efficiency, and better performance. Modern diesel engines used in agricultural equipment are more fuel efficient, powerful, and productive. These engines can also run on a higher concentration of biodiesel fuel mixes which makes them an important part of a sustainable farming strategy.
Shop XDP for all the parts and accessories your Diesel-Powered Tractor needs to keep your farm productive. Find stock replacement or performance upgrades to keep your Farm Equipment running its best. Perform routine maintenance with the high-quality fluids and filters available at XDP. Check out engine parts and fuel system components and keep your Tractor working. XDP is your one-stop-shop for all your diesel performance needs.