Department of Agriculture
Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization
RCEF Mechanization Program
Available Technologies
The hand tractor is a self-propelled machine used for plowing, harrowing, and leveling of field. It is designed to pull and propel trailed or mounted agricultural machinery and implements.
Compared to animals/human, it is more efficient and can perform better. It is also suitable in both wet and dry soil condition. Moreover, this multi-purpose farm machinery can be used especially for transport and hauling of farm inputs.
| Engine | 7-10 hp diesel, water cooled |
|---|---|
| Field capacity | Minimum of 0.125 ha/h |
| Implements | Disk plow, comb harrow, leveler, cage wheel, trailer |
| Other attachments | Complete throttle lever, clutch lever |
| Labor requirement | 1 person |
