Best 25–40 HP Tractors

Tractors in the 25–40 HP band. These 20 rank highest for small-farm fit. Median 37.2 HP.

How we rank tractors for this list

  • Eligible tractors have engine power between 25 and 40 HP.
  • Ranking uses small-farm score (50%), overall (35%), and fuel efficiency (15%).
  • Top 20 are selected deterministically.

Category stats snapshot

Medians and PTO coverage from the top 20 tractors in this list.

  • Median engine power: 37.2 HP
  • Median weight: 1042.5 kg
  • Median PTO power: 31.5 HP
  • Median power-to-weight: 36.5 HP/t
  • PTO coverage: 100%
  • HP range: 35–40 HP

Top 20 tractors

  • Photo Not AvailableNew Holland Boomer 40

    New Holland Boomer 40

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 62/100 · Category score 84.2/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 0.9 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (11/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #1
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali 977

    Pasquali 977

    35 HP · 30 HP PTO · Overall 61/100 · Category score 83.5/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35 HP and 0.8 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (11/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #2
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali 988

    Pasquali 988

    38 HP · 32 HP PTO · Overall 61/100 · Category score 83.4/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 38 HP and 0.9 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #3
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali VANTH 5.40

    Pasquali VANTH 5.40

    35 HP · 30 HP PTO · Overall 61/100 · Category score 83.2/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35 HP and 0.9 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #4
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali VANTH 6.40

    Pasquali VANTH 6.40

    35 HP · 30 HP PTO · Overall 61/100 · Category score 83.1/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35 HP and 0.9 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #5
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali 980

    Pasquali 980

    37.6 HP · 32 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.7/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 37.6 HP and 1.0 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #6
  • Photo Not AvailablePasquali ERA 9.40

    Pasquali ERA 9.40

    35 HP · 30 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.7/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35 HP and 0.9 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #7
  • Photo Not AvailableWuzheng WZ404

    Wuzheng WZ404

    39.4 HP · 33 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.7/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 39.4 HP and 1.0 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #8
  • Photo Not AvailableAntonio Carraro TTR 3800

    Antonio Carraro TTR 3800

    36 HP · 31 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.6/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 36 HP and 1.0 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #9
  • Photo Not AvailableHolder A45 Cultitrac

    Holder A45 Cultitrac

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.6/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #10
  • Photo Not AvailableEmpire 88

    Empire 88

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.4/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #11
  • Photo Not AvailableEmpire 90

    Empire 90

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.4/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #12
  • Photo Not AvailableSonalika DI 740

    Sonalika DI 740

    36 HP · 31 HP PTO · Overall 60/100 · Category score 82.4/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 36 HP and 1.0 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (12/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #13
  • Photo Not AvailableKubota L3700SU

    Kubota L3700SU

    37.4 HP · 32 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.8/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 37.4 HP and 1.2 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #14
  • Photo Not AvailableKubota STV36

    Kubota STV36

    35.9 HP · 31 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.8/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35.9 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #15
  • Photo Not AvailableBobcat CT2040

    Bobcat CT2040

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.8/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 1.2 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (14/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #16
  • Photo Not AvailableKioti CK4020

    Kioti CK4020

    40 HP · 34 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.8/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 40 HP and 1.2 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (14/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #17
  • Photo Not AvailableSaukville HB

    Saukville HB

    37 HP · 31 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.8/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 37 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #18
  • Photo Not AvailableJohn Deere 3036E

    John Deere 3036E

    36.6 HP · 31 HP PTO · Overall 58/100 · Category score 81.7/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 36.6 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
    View TractorFit™ analysis →
    #19
  • Photo Not AvailableCase IH Farmall DX34

    Case IH Farmall DX34

    35 HP · 30 HP PTO · Overall 59/100 · Category score 81.6/100

    • •Small-farm score (100/100): 35 HP and 1.1 t weight sit in the sweet spot for small and mid-size operations; power and maneuverability are well balanced.
    • •Loader score (13/100): Limited by hydraulic flow (0 L/min) and lift capacity (0 kg); suitable for light loader use.
    • •Maintenance complexity (12/100): mechanical transmission; lower repair costs and simpler servicing.
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    #20

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FAQs

  • What are 25–40 HP tractors good for?

    Small farms, estates, and mixed light work. This list is ranked by small-farm and overall TractorFitâ„¢ scores.

All scores and reasons come from the TractorFitâ„¢ engine using manufacturer data only. See our Methodology page for how each score is calculated. We recommend comparing individual tractor pages for full specs and expert summaries.

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