Why Used Farm Equipment Is Right For You
Every economy on the planet relies heavily on agriculture, and every farm relies heavily on having the right equipment. But farm equipment is expensive, so stretch your dollar by buying yours pre-owned. We here at Southern Trailer Works know that can sound scary, so we’ve put together a few of the benefits of buying used farm equipment below. To learn more, or to see the used farm equipment we have for sale, contact our store in Schriever, Louisiana, today!
Affordable
Obviously, the biggest benefits of used farm equipment is that it won’t cost you as much as the alternative. Farm equipment, like any complicated machinery, depreciates in value immensely after one year of ownership. That means you might get a relatively new and well-maintained machine for a fraction of its original cost! They’re also cheaper to insure and often to repair.
Trade-In Value
On the subject of price, a used machine is going to be easier to trade in than a factory-fresh model. That may sound counterintuitive, but it makes perfect sense. New machines depreciate quickly, as we mentioned, but that depreciation plateaus after about one year. That means that used equipment older than a year is going to sell for a price similar to what you paid for it to begin with.
Easy Learning
If you’re just starting out your farming adventure, or you’re branching into a new field (pun intended), used farm equipment can give you the tools you need to learn the ropes. For a lower investment, you get what your new endeavor requires and have some money to spare, which can go to getting fancier used equipment than you might get new, or to boost your budget for other things.
Good Backup
No matter how much experience you have, there’s always the chance something will go wrong. If your primary equipment breaks down, you’ll want to have a backup machine to carry the weight until your normal tools are functional again. Having used equipment waiting in the wings can keep your operation running smoothly for a reasonable price.
Upgradable
It’s often much cheaper, easier, safer, and more efficient to upgrade a machine you already own than to buy another one altogether. Upgrading used equipment is even easier. Since it’s probably been on the market for a bit, you’re more likely to find upgrades compatible with your specific make and model. The upgrades will also be more affordable, since they’re made for older equipment.
Eco-Friendly
Last but not least, buying used equipment is pretty good for your carbon footprint. Older models themselves may not always be green, but buying used equipment is basically advanced recycling. That lessens the demand for new construction.
Ready to see what used farm equipment can do for you? For more information, or to see the used farm equipment we have available, contact us at Southern Trailer Works. We proudly serve the people of Thibodaux and New Orleans, Louisiana—let us serve you today!