A tractor-mounted gritter spreads salt, grit or another approved de-icing material over roads, yards, paths and work areas. It helps improve traction and reduce ice formation during cold weather. The spreading rate and width should be adjusted to the material, surface condition and site treatment plan. 

Match the gritter’s hopper capacity, mounting system and loaded weight to the tractor’s lift capacity. Choose a spread width that suits the roads and yards being treated, and check whether the unit needs PTO, hydraulics or electrical control. Also consider corrosion-resistant construction, calibration, storage and the type of salt or grit available on site. 

The blade should normally cover the machine’s wheel track when angled, while remaining narrow enough for gates and routes. The host machine must have sufficient weight, traction, lifting capacity and hydraulic services for the plough. Wider blades clear faster, but they create greater side loads and can be harder to control in deep or compacted snow. 

A snowplough uses an angled blade to move snow to one side as the machine travels. A snow pusher has side wings or a box-shaped profile that carries snow straight ahead to a discharge point. Ploughs suit longer roads and repeated passes, while pushers are effective for clearing large yards, car parks and open areas. 

A tractor yard scraper removes slurry, manure, mud, feed residue and loose debris from farmyards and livestock passages. Its rubber or metal edge pushes material towards a collection point or channel. Regular scraping improves cleanliness, drainage and animal footing while reducing manual labour. 

Yes, provided the scraper edge and suspension or pivot arrangement are suitable for the surface. A rubber edge follows minor irregularities and is kinder to concrete, while heavily broken or sharply uneven ground can cause poor contact and excessive wear. The scraper should be operated slowly and adjusted so it cleans without digging into the surface. 

A silage or grain pusher moves loose material across a clamp or store without repeatedly scooping and tipping it. It is commonly used to push grain towards an intake or reclaim area and to keep material accessible. Wide blades allow large volumes to be moved efficiently while reducing spillage and contamination from tyres. 

It can fit when supplied with the correct brackets and when its width, weight and operating loads suit the machine. Confirm the machine make, model and carriage, plus the required blade width and whether a rubber or metal edge is needed. The pusher must remain stable and must not obstruct visibility or exceed the machine’s rated capacity.