FS25: Breaking Down Tractor Specs and Performance
Let’s dive into tractors in Farming Simulator 25, understanding their differences and key features will help you make the best choice for your daily farming tasks. It’s not just about horsepower; there are several factors to consider. Every beginner should be familiar with tractor specifications and how tire choices can affect performance.
Key Tractor Specifications
Farming Simulator 25 offers a wide range of tractors, categorized by size: small tractors with up to 200 HP, medium tractors with up to 300 HP, and heavy-duty tractors with over 300 HP. Here are the main things to keep in mind when choosing a tractor:
- Power (Horsepower): This defines the tasks your tractor can handle and which implements it can support. Each machine comes with a recommended power level. You can use a slightly less powerful tractor, but avoid going more than 30 HP below the required level to ensure optimal performance.
- Class: Tractor classes combine power, features, and limitations. For example, heavy tractors tend to lack flexibility—they may not have front hooks, loader compatibility, or narrow tire options. It’s essential to have different classes of tractors to meet all your farm’s needs.
- Size: Size refers to the tractor’s width. If you’re working in an orchard, you’ll need a narrow tractor to navigate between rows, which will be labeled as an “orchard” tractor.
- Max Speed: Speed affects how quickly you can move between fields. While not critical for plowing, a faster tractor will save time if you need to travel long distances.
- Transmission Options: Many newer tractors come with automatic transmission, while manual transmissions slow down when changing gears. If you’re considering a manual option, check feedback or videos to see if the gear changes might slow you down too much.
- Customizability: A versatile tractor should support a range of implements and tools. Look for options like front loaders, a front three-point hitch, or the ability to upgrade horsepower. Heavy tractors often have fewer customization options because of their weight distribution.
- Turning Radius: While you won’t find this in the game’s Shop tab, the turning radius is important for maneuverability. Caterpillar tractors have excellent turning ability, while tractors with poor turning radii can make fieldwork and navigation more difficult.
- Special Features: Some tractors offer unique features like wide tires, four-wheel steering, or GPS functionality that can enhance your gameplay.
Choosing the Right Tires
Tire selection is important for tractor performance. Wider tires offer more traction, making your tractor stable even when fully loaded, without needing extra weights. However, wide tires can damage more crops (if crop destruction is enabled), reduce turning ability, and make navigation in small fields more difficult.
Narrow tires, while providing less grip, are ideal for tasks like fertilizing or weeding, as they cause minimal damage to crops. They also improve your turning radius, making them useful for tight spaces.
You can also opt for narrow twin wheels, which provide better traction than standard narrow tires while minimizing crop damage. Finally, tracked (caterpillar) tractors offer excellent traction and turning radius, though they tend to be slow, heavy, and expensive.
By understanding these tractor specifications and tire options, you’ll be better equipped to choose the right equipment for your farm’s specific needs in Farming Simulator 25.
