July Four-Wheel Drive Tractor Sales Increase

According to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, U.S. sales of four-wheel-drive tractors increased 18.6% in July compared to the year before and are up 5.2% year to date.  Total sales of ag tractors dropped 14% in July compared to 2023 and are down 12% year-to-date.  Combine sales dipped 19% in July compared to 2023 and are 17.6% lower so far this year.

“July’s uptick in four-wheel-drive tractors is a bright spot after slow sales in June and May,” said AEM Senior Vice President Curt Blades. “We’re still seeing softness across the subcompact tractor market after years of strong sales.”

In Canada, July sales of four-wheel-drive tractors increased 88 percent compared to last year and are up 17% in 2024. Overall, Canadian ag tractor sales dropped 13% in July compared to last year and are 15 percent lower year-to-date. 

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