https://agequipment.co.uk/ Machinery reviews and rural business insight for UK farms en Sun, 08 Nov 2026 14:49:08 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/spares-shelf-stock-list-mixed-farms-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/spares-shelf-stock-list-mixed-farms-2026/ A modest, well-chosen spares shelf can prevent a small fault from becoming a lost day. This guide sets out the filters, belts, pins, hoses, fuses, bearings and consumables worth holding for tractors, trailers and telehandlers, and the items better ordered next-day. AG Equipment Machinery Maintenance Sun, 08 Nov 2026 13:17:06 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/hammer-price-opening-bid-used-machinery-auction-costs-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/hammer-price-opening-bid-used-machinery-auction-costs-2026/ Auction catalogues present a clean number, but the cheque written after the sale rarely matches it. This analysis sets out the add-on costs that turn a tempting bid into a capital decision, with worked examples for a tractor, trailer and implement. AG Equipment Rural Business Sun, 08 Nov 2026 13:17:06 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/contact-patch-dividend-tyre-track-tramline-choices-wet-seasons/ https://agequipment.co.uk/contact-patch-dividend-tyre-track-tramline-choices-wet-seasons/ Wet-autumn fieldwork puts every tyre, track and tramline decision under scrutiny. This evidence-led guide looks at inflation pressure, axle loads and traffic planning as cost controls, not just machinery settings. AG Equipment Machinery Maintenance Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:16:55 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/distance-downtime-decisions-remote-farm-parts-service-playbook/ https://agequipment.co.uk/distance-downtime-decisions-remote-farm-parts-service-playbook/ When the nearest dealer is two hours away, a breakdown becomes a business problem before it becomes a mechanical one. This playbook sets out how to cost downtime, stock the right spares and build a service plan that works in remote UK farming conditions. AG Equipment Rural Business Sun, 08 Nov 2026 09:16:55 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/entry-level-autosteer-small-farms-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/entry-level-autosteer-small-farms-2026/ Entry-level GPS guidance is now within reach of smaller mixed farms, but the payback is not automatic. This assessment weighs lightbars against retro-fit autosteer, accuracy levels and subscription costs for drilling, spraying and mowing. AG Equipment Technology & Powertrains Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:20:48 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/used-tractor-buying-six-checks-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/used-tractor-buying-six-checks-2026/ A second-hand tractor can be sound value or a route to unbudgeted repair bills. This inspection framework focuses on the six areas where evidence should override a smart paint finish, with practical notes for UK dealer and auction purchases. AG Equipment Machinery Maintenance Sun, 08 Nov 2026 05:20:48 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/machinery-sharing-agreements-uk-farms-contractors-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/machinery-sharing-agreements-uk-farms-contractors-2026/ Co-ownership and informal machinery sharing can spread capital costs, but they also spread risk. This guide covers scheduling, maintenance, insurance, liability and the written terms that keep a shared combine or telehandler from becoming a dispute. AG Equipment Rural Business Sun, 08 Nov 2026 01:19:56 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/telehandler-6000-hours-repair-rebuild-replace-framework-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/telehandler-6000-hours-repair-rebuild-replace-framework-2026/ High-hour telehandlers force a difficult choice between major repair, full rebuild, replacement and hire. This cost-led framework helps UK farmers and contractors compare downtime, residual value, warranty and parts support before committing. AG Equipment Machinery Maintenance Sun, 08 Nov 2026 01:19:56 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/cold-start-confidence-ten-point-winter-readiness-tractors-telehandlers/ https://agequipment.co.uk/cold-start-confidence-ten-point-winter-readiness-tractors-telehandlers/ A structured winter check can prevent the cold-weather failures that stall fieldwork and inflate repair bills. This ten-point routine covers batteries, coolant, hoses, tyres, PTO guards, cab heating and the telehandler-specific items that deserve attention before the hardest weather arrives. AG Equipment Machinery Maintenance Sat, 07 Nov 2026 21:23:56 GMT https://agequipment.co.uk/plugging-the-gap-electric-hybrid-groundcare-machines-uk-farms-2026/ https://agequipment.co.uk/plugging-the-gap-electric-hybrid-groundcare-machines-uk-farms-2026/ Electric and hybrid mowers, UTVs and compact tractors are moving from demonstration plots into everyday farm use. This assessment weighs real-world duty cycles, charging infrastructure, grant support and dealer backup against the commercial realities of UK rural businesses. AG Equipment Technology & Powertrains Sat, 07 Nov 2026 21:23:56 GMT