It’s estimated that the average tractor produces between 2.5 and 3.5 tonnes of CO2 every year*. There are over 2 million tractors in the world. That’s approximately 5 million tonnes of CO2.
Regular tractor servicing and the use of the best possible parts can help lower this figure and effectively save the environment. It all starts with a humble tractor filter.
Understanding Filter Types
There are several different filters on a tractor, all tractor filters should be replaced regularly with high-quality parts. These include:
- Fuel Filters
These filters ensure impurities don’t get into the tractor injection system and, potentially, cause damage. This can lead to corrosion, clogging, wear of circuit components and worse.
More importantly, replacing fuel filters regularly as per the maintenance plan help to keep fuel consumption under control fuel consumption, effectively reducing the amount of emissions created.
- Air Filters
All combustion engines require fuel, a spark, and oxygen. The amount of each is carefully controlled to maximise energy created.
To ensure a clean burn and the most efficient use of fuel, the air must be clean and delivered in a precise amount. The air filter is an essential part of this process.
- Oil Filters
Engine oil is the lifeblood of the tractor engine, keeping everything moving. Filters remove any particles, from dust to metal shards, helping to ensure your engine runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible.
Needless to say, that encourages a clean burn and lower emissions.
- Hydraulic Filters
Most implements and attachments on a modern tractor are powered via hydraulic fluid. The filter removes impurities, allowing the hydraulic system to work cleanly and efficiently.
Advantages of High Quality Tractor Filters
Replacing tractor filters regularly can help improve engine efficiency, reduce strain, and lower emissions. It’s recommended you choose high-quality filters as they will last longer and potentially do the job better than cheaper alternatives.
Easy Replacement
Most tractor filters are easily replaced. They can be done on-site and often by yourself with minimal downtime.
Extended Life
High quality filters last longer. They are durable, built to last, and will help to keep your tractor engine and other components running smoothly for longer.
Lower Running Costs
Using high-quality tractor filters regularly means your engine is running as smoothly and efficiently as possible. This reduces the strain on the engine, effectively limit fuel consumption and other potential issues.
Environmental Benefit
As mentioned, high-quality tractor filters ensure the engine runs as efficiently as possible. That means lower emissions than if you’re running old or cheaper filter. By using high-quality filters you’re actually helping to save the planet.
Just imagine how much less CO2 would be emitted if all tractor owners regularly used high-quality filter replacements.
