Tips for Choosing a Combine

Not all combines will suit your needs and budget. Use the following tips to narrow the search, then visit Atlantic Tractor to shop combines for sale. We proudly serve those throughout Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. 

Think About the Processor

Certain processor capabilities and settings will be best suited for certain types of crops. Many combines allow for in-cab adjustments to settings, so you can set the concave clearance and shoe openings to your given needs. But some processors can be too aggressive for your given crop, which can lead to damaged grains. The smaller the concave clearance and the faster the speed, the higher chance of damage.

Think About the Combine Capacity

As a general rule, the combine's capacity should not exceed the grain header's capacity. There are different options for the grain header to suit different uses. These can include auger, draper, windrow, and even crop-specific heads. Focus on the header type that will minimize loss and make sure the combine’s capacity suits the given header’s capacity.

Think About Residue Management

Some combines are better than others at residue management. They can have finer chopping, wider spreading, and more soil contact, which helps lead to better yields. Certain models can even allow the operator to switch between modes, such as spread and windrow modes, from the cab.

Want more tips? Want to shop combines for sale? Whatever you need, the experts at Atlantic Tractor are here to help. Contact us or stop by one of our dealerships in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Delaware.