While Big Bud’s deep-ripping days may be over, the iconic line of tractors made a comeback in 2023. At Con Expo, a popular construction trade event, Big Equipment Company and Rome Agriculture Equipment announced the return of a new Big Bud tractor. Before you get too excited, know that they won’t be as big as the iconic Big Bud 747.
According to Western Ag Network, the new Big Bud tractors weigh a measly 70,000 pounds, with only 640-750 horsepower. Compared to the 747, these are rookie numbers, but in the overall tractor industry, the new Big Buds will be a go-to for any farmer needing an oversized vehicle. Remember, the Big Bud 747 was an anomaly. It’s a custom build that made it the world’s largest tractor but originated from the Big Bud line of farming vehicles. In the 70s and 80s, over 500 Big Buds hit the market and quickly became popular among farmers. While they haven’t been in production since 1991, the Big Bud tractors will be the first new line for the brand in over 40 years.
Rome and Big Equipment unveiled the new Big Bud tractors at Con Expo 2023, and Western Ag’s YouTube video lets you experience it and all its massive glory. The biggest draw? Farmers can repair their vehicles from the comfort of their farms. The original Big Buds, while popular, quickly ran into repair issues. With this new line, Big Equipment stressed the importance of allowing farmers to repair their vehicles no matter how far out in farm country they are.
