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A backhoe is a multipurpose tool for all manner of digging and excavation projects. You can use the backhoe end of the equipment to dig. The front loader end is used to move dirt and other materials from place to place. A backhoe is an excellent piece of equipment to have on hand for just about any project. That\u2019s why it is such a familiar sight on building locations, and that\u2018s why it is so useful on the farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we provide an introduction and overview of the backhoe. We also provide good advice on what to look for when buying a used backhoe. Read on to learn more on how to use a backhoe on a farm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does A Backhoe Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You may hear the backhoe referred to as a backhoe loader. This piece of equipment has its hoe (digging bucket) located behind the cab. The loader bucket is attached in front of the cab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The backhoe is used in much the same way a hand hoe is used. The arm of the machinery swings back and pulls the hoe through and over the ground toward the tractor cab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The loader bucket on the front part of the machinery lifts dirt like a shovel. The driver of the equipment can swivel his\/her seat forward and back to operate both attachments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can You Do With A Backhoe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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On your farm or homestead, you can use a backhoe for lots of different tasks. For example, you might use it to dig large holes in which to sink pole barn posts or anchor posts. A backhoe is an excellent tool for tree transplanting. You can also dig up old stumps and haul them away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, if you have big rocks to move<\/a>, a backhoe can really help you out. Not only can you remove large boulders, you can carefully relocate them into precise positions to build a wall or just enhance your landscaping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is A Backhoe Right For Every Job?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although backhoes are very versatile, many contractors prefer to use smaller machinery (e.g. a mini excavator and\/or a skid steer) to perform focused, specific tasks. They find that renting these smaller machines is more cost effective and that the machines are more usable to more employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even so, the backhoe continues to be an important piece of machinery for performing a wide variety of tasks in farming, landscaping and construction. A backhoe can be more nimble than a skid steer<\/a>, and it can lift more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Choose The Right Backhoe For Your Job<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The versatile backhoe consists of a tractor cab with a loader in the front and a fixed arm in the back. Both of these utilities can be easily replaced by other attachments for a high degree of usefulness. Backhoes are multi-purpose machinery that can be used for moving materials, digging and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All this makes a backhoe<\/a> a far more valuable piece of equipment than more specialized machines, such as excavators, which have only a single purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using Our Backhoe On The Farm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n