The Different Types of Plows (And How to Ship Them!)

Understanding the types of plows is essential. However, plow shipping is a whole different process that requires reputable experts. This is where Tractor Transport gives you state-to-state plow transport services across the country.

While there are different types, you will always need an expert like Tractor Transport to guide you on plow shipping. The models come in various designs for different purposes and soil conditions. The most popular plows include:

• Chisel Plow

This plow type is designed to till with minimal disruption for improved and better conservation. It has multiple rigid shanks with sharp or pointed ends suitable for deep tillage. The model is ideal for breaking up hard soil layers without inverting them.

The garden tractor chisel plow is made in various widths and may be straight or twisted to meet your needs. Chisel plow shipping requires careful consideration for the shanks and pointed ends to avoid damaging them. The transport expert should ensure proper weight distribution on the hauling vehicle for stability.

• Moldboard Plow

Moldboard plows come with a large blade and curved upper edge and are suitable for wet and dry conditions. This versatile plow turns the soil by digging deep, making a row while aerating the soil, leaving troughs for planting or sowing.

Moldboard plow shipping requires a stable trailer like an RGN or Flatbed since it’s heavy and has protruding parts that need extra care.

• Disc Plow

These types of plows are designed and suitable for dry conditions. It has an angled plate or disc that is reliable for tough soil with rocks, roots, or stumps. The discs are arranged in a series that quickly turns and cuts the soil, including crop residues.

Disc plow transport should consider securing and fastening the discs to protect them and the shipping handlers to prevent damages and injuries. It’s vital to ensure the weight is evenly distributed for stability. An RGN trailer is suitable for hauling this model.

• Sub-soiling Plow

The sub-soiler plow is mainly used when breaking the ground under a hardpan layer. This is done without turning the soil and bringing it to the surface. It is suitable for tilling and aerating the soil to create or enhance drainage.

The model has a single narrow shank that breaks up compact soil layers beneath the surface. Subsoiler plow shipping protects the shanks and ensures they are well-secured on the trailer bed. A Flatbed and RGN trailer is recommended for shipping this plow type.

• Rotary Plow

The rotary plow features rotating tines or blades that till the soil in circular motions. These plows are suitable for creating seedbeds and breaking new ground. When shipping this plow, our hauling experts securely fasten the rotating components to avoid damage and consider disassembling them where possible for enhanced safety.

Regardless of the type and design, our experts have over a decade of experience in plow transport and can efficiently handle and deliver your farm machinery safely and timely.