There are more than 80 brands of compact tractor available today - a bewildering range to choose from. This is the first book to offer a oracticle, unbiased guide to choose which one is best. Written for residential, small-holding farmers, contractors, and professionals who work with compact tractors, this book makes sense of the choices faced, offering clear, objective evaluations of price, power, parts, and performance of the machines covered in this indispensable guide. Fully-illustrated, this book addresses concerns such as requirements, identifying attachments, matching equipment of the job, measuring performance objectively, assesses operating costs before purchase, fun and safety aspects of operation, plus knowing when it is best to hire, lease, or even contract out a job. There is also a useful glossary and reference section.