Electric Tractor...Now will it do ACTUAL WORK? 

I’ve been doing concrete work almost 50 yrs now,Brother! It doesn’t get no harder then that!😎

Don’t knock another man’s job Yes delivery driving isn’t the same as concrete, but don’t run down someone for asking for trucks to have AC. The UPS executives aren’t doing physical work, bet your butt they got AC in their offices

The electric tractor is too expensive for what it is and everybody's got an opinion and this is mine what works for one person don't work for the next

No one should be talkin about anybody's professional hard work or trade, whoever wear the shoe. Professionally college degree Or labor of any kind.Teachers attorneys, garbage collectors doctors homemakers military service mechanics mail delivery, UPS or professional drivers, caregivers And to all our servicemen military and wife to serve ,us all their hard work for their families earnings,together as one for the whole world to serve one another we are a member of the body, we all need each other hard work and. What. It feeds their family for a living. Thank you 👍 For your hard work we love you all, For the service❤️

Taken back by word of a disagreeable UPS drive ... very sad to hear my driver is made of Gold (!!) an important part of the fabric of our area

Until you have done the job, you will never really know the job. 31 years in brown here. I got no complaints about the job, it was really good to me and my family. Also a US Marine. Driving for UPS is no joke physically, and working conditions can go up to 145° in the back of that truck. Delivering over 200 stops a day, and 500 packages, and weighing up to 150 lb each. Of course on average it is about 45 lb. Try grabbing one of those bails of hay throwing it on your shoulder and running it 40 yards to a door and then running back. Now do that every 5 minutes for 12 hours a day. Average walking distance is about 15 miles a day, and that's with weight. Then you get home, you won't care what mattress you're hitting. One may say a homesteader, that walks around with a camera all day is an easy job. But until they have done it they don't know. That's not to say that there aren't some UPS drivers that may have routes that are easier. As for A/C, it's a mute point, those trucks will never cool down from point a to b. Just not enough time, when you're stopping every 5 minutes and cant idle. But if you're going to endorse "technology🎉" , air conditioning is one that's been around for quite some time. Just remember somebody has to deliver all those products that you get for free and endorse on your channel. 😂

I hate he said that about UPS drivers . You take 100 stops on a truck in 100 degree heat , and the company won't even let you install a fan . You have to deliver all your packages that day . And have to make pickups too . You are setting your on pace . UPS is wide open all day . Try it .

Another tall guy with a dodgy back here - answer, regular mattress on a hard surface with a 4" memory foam mattress on top of that. That and the usual exercises to relieve the back and not putting in very long sessions cutting firewood with a heavy chainsaw! P.S. If it gets really bad, try hanging upside down! It works a treat!

Hi . Didn't see anything about UPS Cry baby

UPS drivers are not cry babies. They work all day long 5 or 6 days a week, usually in trucks that do not have air conditioning. You work on a hot day for a few hours, then get in your air-conditioned truck and then go home to your air-conditioned house. There's no comparison.

Seventh Generation Family Since 1935 He Couldn't handle Phoenix,Az temperature we were 114 for 2 days 🥵

It's called a tram pedal on a electric equipment not a gas pedal but call it what u want

91 degree heat? I'd work ALL day and hardly break a sweat. We've had consistent days over 100+ with heat indicies in the 110-120 range. I'd kill for a high of 91. Jesus.

I blew out my back in the military - smashed into a 50 cal and whiplashed back over the top of a hardtop hummer. The ONLY bed I can sleep on is a SleepNumber! It's great to be able to get into bed and set it firm if I need it that night or drop it soft if that feels better. Other SleepNumber sleepers ask me, "What's your number?" Mine is anywhere between 25 and 90, it depends, LOL. I'm a big boy myself; 6'4" and 365 lbs.

I appreciate the men and women in brown.They make my life easier and. Keep the country moving. Happy for them.

I came to your channel for different reasons then you run it now. Goodbye

This is a good channel. Just wish you were not so condescending toward your viewers. You think you know it all.

Good work Josh! This is the content I like to see. I can agree with you on the electric tractor if it is truly being recharged by solar. I am a big believer in using solar whenever possible!

Original Mattess Factory form. Use a thin pillow between your knees. It will give you much relief Josh

i love that tractor. how to stretch lower back muscles => while laying on your bed, bend one leg up, hold knee with both hands, gently pull back as far as you can without pain, it should feel like relief, let leg down slowly, do same with other leg. alternate. don't do anything that makes pain worse. peace.

How much more was the purchase price of the tractor? What's resale potential. Over a 25 year life how many battery packs and at what cost would they cost to replace compared to a diesel tractor and the maintenance of said diesel of comparable 25 year period. I'm an economic type guy and want to compare this stuff to make a decision. Again if electric makes sense I don't have a problem with it. That said I hate that I went the electric golf cart route now that I'm at the end of the batteries life. Wish i would of kept the gas one I had and just replaced the engine in it. I would be money ahead at this point.

I have been layer bick and block for 48 years don’t get no harder then these two trades

Its all about efficiency and productivity..if the electric tractor is doing the job at a lower costs then why not using it.

look into getting a pillow top for your mattress. i have one on mine and it's super comfy.

The mattress I found best for me (I need firm) is called "The plank" and it is designed to be able to be flipped. One side is firm, the other is extra firm. I'm a big guy like you, 6'5" and 350 pounds. This thing gives the support. And being able to flip it and spin it gives more options to keep it from wearing out. Hope this helps you out brother.

I'm 6'2" and skinny. All my life I was told to use a hard matress. Funny, I switched to a soft and am still in a sleep coma when I wake up now. No more pain too! 🍻

How much do a battery cost for your tractor

sleep number is awesome. at least me and my wife think so

Are those special chaps? Last I checked they didn't work with electric saws with the torque that they produce

I have a use for that tractor here. Light duty loader machines are priceless to me

It's got a gas pedal.. lol I have to change my oil on the Artic Jetta this weekend (W, TR). UPS Driver is a tough job, especially in the city! They have to push reset button everyday. I was a 'driver helper' Holiday seasons three years. One of the differences is their job isn't as adventuresome as yours! WOoo!

Come on SRF follower's, you watch and then go and never hit that "LIKE" button. If you like the content, click the like button

I am 6'5 as well and I have the California king from nectar and I love it

Man that chipper gets it done, great video, question Josh, why in the world would you wear a BLACK shirt in 90 degree weather!!

Seems like that back pain is making someone a little cranky, understandable though, hope you get to feeling better!

My only complaint with the batteries in is in Africa where they use child slaves to do the mining for the material to make a large portion of the battery.

Hey man don't give into the ownership classes propaganda. If you aren't working for yourself you should be in a union. The ownership class relies on people thinking that working themselves to death and crippling themselves in the name of corporate profit is a moral good.

YEAH I'D LOVE TO HAVE A FREE ELECTRIC TRACTOR GIVEN TO ME AND FREE SOLARE PANELS TO CHARGE IT UP. MAYBE I'D LIKE THEM TOO. UNTIL THEN. I'LL PASS HOSS AND STICK WITH SOMETHING MORE PROVEN. THIS ELECTRIC BS ISN'T WORKIN OUT SO WELL FOR AUTOMATOR INDUSTRIES. GOD BLESS BORTHER.

You should try to get a sponsorship with helix mattress.

What kind of battery is in that solar tractor? If it’s the same ones as they use in electric cars I’d keep it parked far from anything that burns because the batteries tend to spontaneously burn and the fire can’t be extinguished, you have to let it burn.

How can an electric tractor have a ''Gas Pedal''? (4:33 mark) It's more like a potentiometer pedal.

I thought I would save big money when I bought the 48v ryobi mower but the replacement batteries are near $900 after two years. So not that economical.

You seem to have a lot of new Toys for a small farm that the income would not be huge 🤔.

When you pour bar oil into your chainsaw, turn the bottle on it’s side with the cap opening at the three or nine o’clock position and you have a little more control of the liquid coming out. Excellent video content. I love watching you build your farm.

Pillow will also make your back hurt as well. Could try that first, I suggest a blend pillow myself.

I don’t care what equipment you or I use. If it gets the job done that’s all that matters.

I am on disability with my back. Tried a lot of mattresses. The only one I got relief from was the sleep number. It was pricey but I don’t wake up with pain.

I got the Purple Hybrid 4. Expensive but worth it.

Thanks Josh! We need diesel powered cell phones. It's the future. ;)

So, had back pain for years. My aunt had me try something her chiropractor told her of. Hyaluronic acid. The umary version from Amazon has stopped 100% of my pain from bareback rodeo injuries. I won’t have believed it but I have it a try and within 48 hours I was completely pain free. The label is in Spanish… but it works

I watched a chainsaw drop on a guys legs at full throttle. Luckily, he was wearing chaps. Made me a firm believer in them.

Yes i love watching your videos yep saw can kick butt when its hot outside

I'm tired of being lectured at.

Why drop the bale? Instead of rolling it out.

I REMEMBER MY FIRST TIME POURING BARR OIL INTO A RESEIVIDR LIKE THAT. HA HA HA.

Theres a liability cost over time, not to mention the cost of solar liability.

It does cost you to charge it. You paid for a solar array. It also cost you in terms of acquisition cost being higher. It also will not run the PTO without driving the tractor. There are plenty of costs. Not to mention opportunity cost of those additional $$ spent acquiring the tractor. Ignoring these costs, is much like calling something the government pays for, "free". Nothing is free. This sounds more like an advertisement than an unbiased review, because it ignores any negatives. It costs literally $10k -$15k more, if you pay cash… for the same or less performance. I’d have to see where that extra $10k plus opportunity cost, is worth it. I don’t see it. The opportunity cost alone, is $700+/year. That’s easily 175 gallons of diesel per year you’d have to burn in the diesel unit just to break even on opportunity cost. That’s not even considering that you just paid $10k-$15k more for the unit. You mentioned the life expectancy of the electric motors, but that isn’t the wear item on any EV. The wear item is the battery. What is that life expectancy, and what is that cost to replace? It’s not 80,000 hours. These are bold and blatant facts that seem to be totally ignored, which is why I cannot see this as a fair and unbiased review of electric tractor ownership and cost.

Did you put the mower in the back of the tractor to had some wait ?? What is the lift capacity ?

Try the purple mattress look it up its really cozy

Hey Beau, Original Mattress Factory, we have one and it is old school, double sided, flip turn and rotate for long life. The only way electric works is if you get the recharges from solar, wind, hydo, nuke, geo. You have solar, and plenty of space for the panels, and batteries, you are golden for years to come, if I had the space I would do the same. Safety gear, ask someone who has lost an eye, that's all about that. The issue with electric is that some folks have been deriding electrical advances for years, anyone who thinks that an incandescent bulb is just as good as an LED, "there are none so blind". By the way where is the Grass Fed Beef already Blue Mule Wake Forest

man is not made to work and stand up all day long, rest is important.

caipira chico lobo composição: chico lobo viola quando a noite desce se vem lua cheia traz cantoria vadia estrela menina fonte de amor e de alegria por isso eu sou cantador violeiro no sertão canto as tristezas da terra mas também a força desse chão depois de enxada no campo é viola na mão sou caboclo que ao romper do dia vai pro roçado na hora da lida mulher cuida do café e de rosinha a mais pequenininha por isso eu sou plantador colho os frutos do meu chão em troca ofereço suor mas recebo com juros o pão depois de enxada no campo é viola na mão sob o sol sou matuto da roça sob a lua eu canto de viola foi assim que me fiz caipira sobre as bênçãos de nossa senhora sob o sol sou matuto da roça sob a lua eu canto de viola foi assim que me fiz caipira sobre as bênçãos de nossa senhora e depois de enxada no campo é chegado a hora da minha viola

I think it comes down to price that’s all.

Wait until you have to replace that main battery.

Ok what am i missing with the UPS driver part? Something in the news? I think the electric tractor is cool. To expensive up front for me and i still question battery life in winter where i live, but it is very cool and practical in my opinion.

Chaps and a poll saw Seem odd. 😂

Will an electric car be added to the collection of vehicles?

My only question is how much does a new battery for the tractor and how long are they supposed to last? You make a great point on the cell phone everyone has one but I can replace it reasonably when it starts getting slow to charge and quick to discharge but I'm guessing the battery for something like that is going to be thousands of dollars. Yes in the time the batteries should hopefully last the fuel savings will offset the cost some but charging will offset some savings for some. If a sole tractor and used frequent you'll be running it during charging hours so will need to get plugged in. For your purposes there it is perfect though. Let it charge all day and use it for 15-20 minutes. I totally get it but like the automobile from the horse and buggy still needs some refinement. You and Tractor time with Tim both have these and am anxious to get real world feedback on battery life doing different things. I personally have 7 different tractors and far fewer acres than you an obsession really but each tractor has it's place and in a compact setting I believe these tractors hit the mark but in say an 70+ hp tractor you need the weight and more reliable power of the diesel engine. Just my thoughts. In no way bashing on you have been a loyal fan for years.

Construction. Dallas, TX. Come see me.

Can't those bails catch fire in tbe sun also?

Besides working the farm, is the battery large enough to replace an emergency generator as a portable battery?.

up front cost is worth it. It will pay for it's self in the long run. Whoo!!

Sisal twine won't cause expensive vet bills when your cows eat it along with the hay.

Campbell Mattresses out of Cape Girardeau Missouri. Very good but not expensive.

Josh, I've had a sleep number bed for 4 years now. Wish I had purchased one sooner.

That woodmax chipper is a beast! Looks great, Josh! Wooooo!

I have a Stihl MS 201TC Arborist Chainsaw. It’s handy when in a tree or just limbing small stuff

Yeah, I can see the electric tractor for some folks. For my needs, it’s not there yet. Do they make a 55hp equivalent?

I’ll wait till they make a 3/4 ton 4 wheel drive truck but that’s just me

I love the idea of free electricity. I can't say I blame you a bit for using the tractor or battery equipment.

I wish i had solar would be cheaper your cows are looking awesome n healthy

Josh I want one of those electric tractors it will compliment my farm when I don’t need more tractor and we want to run this whole place on solar one day.

Yes sir! We do have a good mattress; wife says it’s the best ever 👍🏻

Bring a funnel brother...lol

That electric tractor was enough to hit the like button.

I think you earned a good dinner and a few hours with your feet up on the deck. Thanks Josh - good day's work!

Thank you for showing all of us

I would suggest using net wrap instead of string.

I have converted 99% of all my tools to electric, the more equipment you have, the less you enjoy working on it, I am a high tech person by nature, but I don't have time to constantly maintain and repair my gas equipment anymore. I want to just use my tools, get the work done and get on to the next thing. My electric tools are already over 5 years old and still not wearing out so far. Mostly EGO, Dewalt, and green works equipment, I am planning on replacing my lawn tractor with an electric one this year too.

Get it done BRO be safe !!!!!!!

Hey Josh thank you for the video and what you were saying about wearing the safety gear when using a chainsaw you know what you're one-hundred-per-cent right who cares what you look like long as you're safe and you don't have to spend hours in the hospital so woo to that

Everything has its place. I wouldn’t mind having a electric tractor but I don’t want an electric car

That’s a nice cheaper.

To mock people for wanting to keep their diesel tractors, meh. You want to be curious about technology, why not be curious about it all. Those precious minerals for your batteries is from slave and child slave labor and conflict zones. You can call people out with their cellphones, tablets, and other junk, your just as guilty. No Combustible engines will be replaced one day, its inevitable, solar is no where near there. Solar will just be a stepping stone for the next big thing. To be honest, you have had that tractor for what 6 months and it has only made 2-3 appearances? I know there is a lot that happens that is not shown. You will jump in a TYM or skid steer before you use the battery tractor. I run 10acres and 75 acres, the battery tractor is no where near ready to keep up with my demands. Kudos to you for having sponsorships, for those that hobby farm or farming is their profession and not a show, they do not have all of that “wish I had” equipment. Not hating, just being practical, why not give an honest review and strictly use the battery tractor?

Do you have a video of your solar setup that you use to charge everything? I’m very interested as my 40x100 SHOUSE ( Shop house) i built North to South so the roof is facing East and West so all day sun

Put your helmet on Joe

If you've got a working diesel, use it. Unless you have the figures to show you would really improve productivity, reduce costs or have some other reason to get a new tractor then you don't need to consider this tractor. If you need to buy a new tractor then you may want to consider this. I'm not saying you should get an electric tractor, or even that you need to consider it, but there's nothing wrong with looking and seeing what is possible. Most importantly this is only the beginning. There will be more electric tractors in the future. And is this one doesn't suit you then the next time you need a new tractor there may be something that will fit your use better.

It takes a lot of resources to make an electric vehicle, for that matter it takes a lot of resources to make a vehicle with all those electronic components, and it adds a lot to repair costs. They make it expensive on the low end to operate fuel powered equipment, but once alternatives, and too many add-ons, have to be repaired, or recycled, then it's arm and a leg time. Plus if you have a small problem with any number of electronic components it disables the whole vehicle or makes it operate inefficiently. We're fed lots of propaganda, but cutting through the nonsense, we used to call it spending a dollar to save dime.

I can imagine it now...in a hundred yrs.they'll be having antique lectric trackter pulls...and some nut will talk about how cool they sound😂

why not unroll the bales