Cleaning Up the Farm, Pushing a Ventrac to its limits! (4x4, Diesel, BEAST!)

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[@chrisroberts3479]

I've used these for years. Very good piece of kit. Highly recommend keeping a set of belts in stock. There are grease nipples underneath on what's called the dog bone, pain in the ass to get to but vital they are well greased. You can also get a bank angle indicator that sits in the hole above the headlight switch. You don't need to take much notice of it but great fun seeing what stupid degrees you can get it to, trust me you chicken out before the machine gives out.

[@johntwemlow6089]

I too am very impressed, the ability to cut 2" young trees amazes me. The idea of keeping a spare set of belts is vital. You could hear what sounded like belts slipping occasionally. Prior to my retirement I ran a Kubota F3690 for a private business that mowed public reserves here in New Zealand. It was about 60". Great machines.

[@johnphillips4342]

It is a very impressive machine. I use a walk behind DR brush mower that will take down 2 to 3 inch saplings, but it is a beast to handle on slopes like he is using this machine. The riding all wheel drive of this machine makes it effortless, but after cutting 2 inch saplings and all the other brush, those blades won't be worth a darn for cutting a lawn.

[@GARDENER42]

@@johnphillips4342 I've a mower I use for both grass & mulching hedge trimmings. The latter gets the blade changed to an old one, saving the other just for clean grass.

[@williamamtmann7104]

@@johnphillips4342l’m

[@W8iHav2P]

@@williamamtmann7104 You're?

[@UpstateBrushControl]

We had a ventrac for about a year and a half from a sponsorship with ventrac, we absolutely loved it, great machine! Had a couple of attachments but the tuff cut was the best. Just a FYI when you go to sharpen the blades one of the motors has a reverse thread. I believe if you are sitting on the machine it was the far right. Have fun!

[@briancasey4917]

I've wanted a Ventrac for years. Just could never justify the expense. They accommodate all sorts of attachments front and rear. This was a great video and would probably be a booster for Ventrac sales. Green with envy. 🤣👍

[@johnroberts5948]

Wow , that new mower made a Park out of a mess. Glad there were no Large Rocks or Stumps hiding under that brush. Really enjoy your Videos. You do an excellent & Professional job and I marvel at the positions and excellent angles you use in your filming.

[@Toropetskii]

Very satisfying. Matt, the best decision you ever made for this channel was hiring the SemiSuperVillains, their riffs and your hard work go hand-in-hand.

[@MManeval]

Matt, congrats on getting your Ventrac! I used to sell the younger brother to it when they did business under the Steiner name. Attachments to want... the bucket is sweet, they have a loader as well, but their finish mowers are incredible.... and they have a stump cutter as well. Now, you will ONLY want to use the hydraulic oil that Ventrac recommends. That system runs at pressures that would make you squirm.... Ventrac/Steiner used to void any warranties if any other type of hydraulic oil was used in their system. It all has to do with microscopic air bubbles... they will trash the pumps and motors.... huge money to fix. I hope you get many years of service out of it my friend... this video ought to be Ventrac's showcase promotion video! You killed it man!

[@marvincultee6740]

The world needs old school like you to teach the younger people the right work ethics. You rock

[@GrantJohnston-dr9rt]

The Special Oil is only 4times the price of regular oil and available only thru Ventrac!

[@stevenminch6468]

Legend has it he’s still mowing his woods to this day he loved that mower that much 😁

[@paratyshow]

👍☑ LOL

[@t1259sw]

That's funny.

[@georgedavidson1221]

Kept going until he ran out of fuel

[@finleypatmalcolm]

I'd say you're bang on.. last time I saw him was going over that horizon. Hahahaa

[@edwardanderson1562]

Loved that mower so mulch 😂

[@jettmoon]

I've owned a Ventrac for over a year now and have the Tough cut mower. Just a piece of advice, on the larger trees I'd recommend lifting the deck up to get those and then cut it lower on the second pass. Those belt chirps can be eliminated that way. Just my $.02, Love your channel and keep up the fun content.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

45:30 Chinese spinner knob off amazon for $13. Makes operation of a Ventrac night and day easier.

[@DieselCreek]

Ya I’ve been thinking that!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

This little Ventrac is a Plant And Tree Eating Monster Bro Man that is impressive all the work it has done and Brush it has cleared Wow Matt 25:14 @Diesel Creek

[@big_binger4063]

I love that without a sponsorship he made the best Ventrac ad on KZbin 😂 Awesome job, very satisfying seeing that brush melt away!

[@opengchris18]

all in the plan......they will send him all kinds of implements to try out, nice job Matt!!

[@hoes1063]

He should get sponsorship money

[@BrianLarson1326]

Nice work with the Fork lift on that tire. The predicaments you get into, You're more fun than a James Bond movie! Thanks for sharing 00D.

[@raymondpetrovits2336]

The reversing power of the Ventrac is very impressive. All that downward weight and momentum but the Ventrac backs up effortlessly. Great machine in the hands of a good operator.

[@calholli]

It sure reverses the growth of that brush in a hurry.

[@michaelmactavish4445]

yeah them kubota engines are worlds toughest brand on the market thats why ventrac and kubota partnered together

[@afberglund2764]

Wonder if it's hydralic drive

[@paulprigge1209]

@@michaelmactavish4445 Over 2000 hours on 05 BX 2230. From tilling to mowing to plowing to blading.

[@mtgibbs]

@@afberglund2764 Yes

[@tregol1]

i was a farmer for 25 years in Western Australia now retired but i like watching off grid living and small acre farming on KZbin . welldone to all

[@thehambonester1]

The city of Brownwood Texas has been using Ventrac for years to mow vacant lots and work in drainage ditches. Great machines.

[@johnevans6053]

There is a weight transfer lever. Make sure it is set to 5. It will take the weight of the cutting unit and transfer it to the wheels and help greatly with traction.

[@Altoid777]

Great "Little" Mower...After you did your first mow around your property you now know where there are little /medium trees that block you from mowing/moving forward. Take your chain saw and walk your mowing area and cut those blocking trees down so the next time you mow you will have a clearer shot to mow right through. A little effort now will definitely make your next mow much more comfortable. Also take your bucket/dozer and knock those small hills down to even out your next mowing.

[@seastacker8582]

Super cool machine! Gotta love that kubota diesel too! Pro tip… with those electric PTO clutches , it’s good practice to engage at a lower rpm, then throttle up. I am usually around 1/2 throttle when I engage. A lot less wear and tear on that clutch and belts.

[@joshuarodgers5447]

A little sprayer for the back would be sweet. spray some grazon and broadleaves wouldn't be a problem for a season and only grasses would grow.

[@rogerzepp1044]

These are very well engineered machines made In the USA .We had 2 4500s where I retired from . There are an almost endless number of attachments for every job . Most impressive is a buffalo turbine blower with a driver operable 360 degree adjustable chute . With a belt driven pto you want to keep a spare set of belts on hand but they are incredibly easy to change

[@russvtguy]

Great machine. The tire pressures have to be right on. If the outer tires have more pressure than the inners , you will snap axles. Also Steiner attachments will fit that machine with a belt change. Good luck with it and clean the radiator screen daily.

[@BillAndersonNS]

Tire pressure? I thought he said they were solid rubber?

[@Bettys_Eldest]

@@BillAndersonNS it's the wheels on the cutter attachment that are solid

[@russvtguy]

@@BillAndersonNS Not on the 3 that I have.

[@kyleshores432]

@@BillAndersonNS the attachment casters are, the main tractor tires are pneumatic.

[@zaineridling]

The VenTrac people are going to love this, along with Brad of Copper Creek Cuts. It's the ultimate man toy.

[@DeveryThumann]

Cannot fathom that I just watched 47 minutes of brush mowing…….I also really feel the need to buy a Ventrac…….lol Enjoyed it! Thanks Matt!

[@MarkMcKee1963]

If you watch in in 1.25 speed, it takes less time to watch. Anything over 20 minutes, I watch in a faster speed. That way I get to watch more content by guys like Matt.

[@russellturner872]

Right on! I watched all 47 minutes of pure entertainment offered by the most down to earth and fun loving star on You Tube! Thanks Matt!

[@lutheduck]

+1 for that. I want one as well, but quick search revealed thats a 30-40k investment, so I might wait out a little 🤣🤣🤣

[@JCWren]

I've seen the Ventrac multiple times on Tractor Time With Tim, but I've never seen it run as hard as what Matt did. Before it was like "OK, Ventrac". Now I'm looking on Marketplace and the used machinery sites for one :)

[@PapaBear816]

There are KZbin channels out there that are dedicated to mowing over grown lawns. and I mean like 3 - 4 - 5 feet + tall at times. Something about it is soothing and satisfying.

[@Coker-Time]

Great Tractor. You need to get a boom mower. Also wouldn’t thinning out a lot of the small trees make it easier to mow. Looks like a leaf blower, and snow blower are option. And some chrome hub caps.

[@tatersalad5149]

This is not a complaint, but an answer to someone who complained about getting rid of trees and ground clutter. My dad was in forestry for 33 yrs. A good rule of thumb for managing any forested property is to stand between two trees and stretch out your arms. If you can touch both of the trees, they are too close to each other. That issue plus all of the ground clutter robs all of the nutrients to the mature trees. Then you end up with a mess when the tress die and begging to fall on their own.

[@richardthomas1743]

16:50 I am very impressed with your machinery operating skills Matt! I can't believe how easy you made it look to get that tire back onto the rim!

[@josephdriscoll8527]

Always amazed watching the Ventrac at work especially at the interstate exits where the slopes are super steep. Made in USA can't beat that .

[@TheDermestes]

There was a bad batch of hydraulic hoses on these 4500's underneath the seat where one of the hoses breaks lose from the fitting. You may want to keep an eye out for it.

[@strydyrhellzrydyr1345]

How do you know this

[@TheDermestes]

Because mine busted and I called the dealer and he knew which hose it was before I even told him where it was located.

[@princepsdrewski2802]

Lmao

[@cedrusthe1st]

Shhhh thats part of the fun!

[@philgrimsey3637]

With a thousand or so hours on, wouldn't it have shown by now or been sorted?

[@brucebonkowski9568]

Matt I think after cutting I think you need to get all this branches stumps logs that could not cut put in your fire pit then you can cut all the lot and take a chainsaws to remove the brush you could not cut remove all to burn now you can run the Ventrac completely if you want some cheap grass mix let's get drainage to the end of the road 4"courrageted pipe down 3" and covered with stone will drain to creek or beginning of driveway

[@broken_bones_acres]

Snow plow is a must have for these. Just be careful on the hills. Mowing at our school they get mad at us for not going straight up and down the hills. I have actually had the front tires come off the ground mowing with a Steiner

[@braxtonnelson7422]

Up until a few minutes ago, I had never even heard of a Ventrac... now, I need one! Diesel Creek is the one channel where I am excited to see longer videos, and it's one of those "Tom Sawyer" deals. Matt makes the work seem like fun, and the next thing you know, you want to be the one whitewashing that fence!

[@dwitcraft]

Matt is like the infomercial for men! I still think I need the giant excavator first....

[@williamswenson5315]

Nice to see a literary reference...

[@malcolmcavalier7849]

Now that you mowed the steep hillside and can see them, take some time to throw the bigger pieces (4" and bigger diameter ) down the hill to the bottom. You will be surprised how much easier it will be to cut the next time , it won't crab like it did the first time. I saw that you had the weight transfer lever in the high position , but sometimes it helps to take the deck out of float and relieve the resistance of pushing the deck wheels through soft ground. After owning one for 6 years, I can say that Ventrac makes excellent mountain goats.

[@sigsegv9811]

I’ve had my 2018 4500Y for over 1-1/2 years and use it to maintain a 20 acre farm in middle Tennessee, 1/2 wooded and 1/2 pasture, and several 20-30 degree slopes and embankments. As others have mentioned, setting that weight transfer lever to 5, on the lower left side (orientation is from the drivers seat), is important for maintaining traction on the steeper slopes. I’ve got the slope indicator on mine and have occasionally pushed the tractor past 30 degrees with confidence (no concern for rollover). Avoid driving over low cut stumps on a rise/crest in the terrain. I’ve high centered my 4500 a couple times on the linkage that connects the two articulating halves. The first time I was able to wriggle the tractor off the stump under its own power, the second time I had to pull it off with another tractor. My 3 most used attachments are the tough cut (mowing pastures and underbrush in the woods), the slip scoop with grapple (I don’t have another tractor/loader or heavy equipment at my disposal), and contour mower (mowing lawn around the house). The stump grinder and trailer mover are probably the next most used attachments. I also have the Harley rake and trencher, which have also been useful from time to time. The 4500Y has been an indispensable, rugged, and reliable tool for my needs.

[@CHMoore]

What? No yellowjackets or hornets nests??

[@ryteulopki8069]

Solid answer! Thanks ;)

[@Buck1954]

When I saw the Ventrac in another video, I thought, good choice. The right tool for mowing slopes. I like the cutting deck in front of me. There is something satisfying in clearing land of undergrowth.

[@andrewk6844]

D902 The Kubota D902 is a vertical, water-cooled, 3-cylinder, 4-cycle IDI diesel engine with a capacity of 20.4HP at 3600RPM. Don’t mistake its compact size, this is one of the most hardworking, efficient and cleanest running diesel engines on the market! Very impressed with that machine

[@duaneledford2590]

Looks like a good little machine. My luck going into areas overgrown like that, I'd find large rocks, strands of wire, and long forgotten pieces of scrap iron.

[@georgedavidson1221]

Yes could happen. You would have to walk unknown areas first

[@jupitercyclops6521]

Barbed wire is the worst thing I found. Didn't cause damage or injury but it got wrapped up tighter than an orthodox nun.

[@airplanemaniacgaming7877]

@@jupitercyclops6521 I usually say "locked up tighter than an old nun's asshole." But that's just my dumb brain.

[@charlesmurphy1510]

I’m surprised there are no rocks.

[@jamesmorgareidge]

Happens to me all the time with my brush hog. Wire is a bit of a pain to get out but doesn’t damage anything. I hit an old tire once when mowing a field of blackberries. It killed the engine immediately and scared the crap out of me. Thought I’d destroyed something, but it fired right back up and I went back to work.

[@caerusdharken57]

gotta love those little Kubota engines, keeping wheels turning and getting things done for eternities and the first time I've ever seen dualies on a lawn mower, really nice piece of machinery.

[@joshtaylor4249]

That looks like a wonderful machine. Just moved to West Virginia within the last 6 weeks. Massive property with tons of brush. I've been using a mini excavator to pull the big debris out. That machine would be ideal here.. This video pretty much helped me decide on what I need.. Thank you!

[@donhatcher9796]

I’ve owned three Steiners over the last 20 years. I love mine. Our property (I’m about two hours from where they’re made in Ohio) is pretty hilly. You’ve already discovered how they tend to slide downhill when you’re mowing across a slope. Watch out for their tendency to lift a wheel if you try to make a sharp turn uphill. Maybe with your duals it’s not as bad. The snowblower attachment is a godsend for keeping our farm lane clear. Have fun with it. My latest one (Steiner 430 Max) is 20 years old and I imagine it will last me the rest of my life.

[@timziegler9358]

Ventrac mowers for steep hills and rugged terrain are the best! Take good care of that machine; it will provide you many years of good service. Best wishes.

[@benamstutz8671]

Just got around to watching this video so glad I did, Ventrac was founded and still have their HQ in my hometown of Orville Ohio. I have a lot of family & friends that work at their plant. They’re a great family founded company that produces great products, hope you enjoy yours Matt!

[@j.w.3345]

Hi Matt, That thing is a little beast! Keeping the jungle cut back will definitely help with drying things out! It also looks great! I would hit rocks every 5 feet in Massachusetts. I should have stayed where I was born...in Pennsylvania!! But mom and dad wouldn’t listen to a three year old. Great purchase!

[@timothypeters9915]

Where abouts in MA Im also in Mass

[@billmoran3812]

That’s what they grow in Massachusetts. Rocks.

[@craigbowley6783]

If when of no casters decides it wants to walk of the rim again there is an adhesive made for that kind of rubber to steel you can apply to avoid that happening. Cause the more times it happens the more times it'll happen.

[@HughHansel]

Prior to you showing us videos of your Ventrac I had never seen or heard of that machine. I think I have now watched every Ventrac video on KZbin. I now catch myself dreaming of having a Ventrac in my future. They now have a newer model. 4520. It slices and dices a little better than the 4500. Thanks.

[@scotty2307]

Those Ventracs have so many available attachments that they can do nearly everything any tractor can do. Brush mowers, rough mowers, finish mowers, snow removal equipment, radial brushes, tillers, blowers, specialty attachments for sand grooming, playing field grooming, you name it, Ventac has it. They even have full enclosures with heat, defrost, wipers, etc.

[@PhiLBilly_PhilRodgers]

You have to adjust the weight control thing for the deck. It will make it go just about anywhere. Get your self a couple extra front pto belts they burn up quickly. Amazing machine I love them.

[@greggnielsen9840]

Don’t travel with the deck up experience

[@TOOLMAN4hvac]

This has got to be the best Ventrac demo video ever!!! Awesome Mat.

[@georgeinczauskis7871]

What an awesome machine. With all that was shredded into ball bearings and still making it up those steep inclines! Very impressed. Thanks for letting us hear the Ventrac doing it's thing, and doing it well.I want one.😀

[@dannyhousley8988]

You can get a snow plow attachment and a A rototiller attachment and a Street Brush attachment and a rock hound attachment.

[@edgriffith1428]

The second stick is for hydraulic controls if the attachment has hydraulic lines. The push brush attachment can be can the direction using the stick.

[@15harney1987]

How I know I’m getting older: watching a video of a dude I’ve never met, mow his yard, and enjoying it...

[@jacquejecker4435]

😂😂😂😂

[@BobPegram]

Ditto, and loved it. Could see myself mowing underbrush with this or a Steiner...

[@pegbundy2874]

I'm a lil jealous, he's having soo much fun with his awesome toy, we girls wanna play too. By the way what state are you in. CT here, I like the action, keep giving us videos and stay safe.Thanks

[@allantoft9961]

I feel the same, but I'm 15...

[@AdderoYuu]

Don't worry, I enjoy it myself and I'm 22 years young! 😂

[@TractorTimewithTim]

Congratulations, Matt! Welcome to team Ventrac!

[@haroldphipps3457]

Watch this fellers channel! 💯% legit!

[@Mike.Howard]

I'm always impressed at how big it looks after a trim...👍😉👌

[@ltsallwood]

THATS WHAT SHE SAID!

[@garymurt9112]

@@ltsallwood dammit I wanted to say that

[@paulchilders9969]

@@ltsallwood This was the only correct reply.

[@jeffreyyeater1780]

I have a steiner 420. I believe steiner sold out then started Ventrac . This 420 is old but is the best money I've ever spent . They do it all and they do it right .

[@BrennanHoyt]

I've got an older Steiner S-20/420 the I've recently restored (documented on my channel). My dad bought it new back around '86? It's been an unstoppable beast for sure. The hydraulic pumps and motors have never been touched. When I restored it, the main hydraulic items simply received cleanup and paint. It's been so reliable. I've got the finish mower deck and it gets used like a bush-hog with no problems. Its taken down 1" saplings on the regular.

[@donnaoglesby1278]

That Ventrac is one awesome machine and does an amazing job. This was by far your best buy to date, Matt and a true keeper for all that property you have, and keeping all that mowed during the spring and summer will be an added bonus! Loved the Video, and have missed ya..

[@cletuswagner5606]

These machines are awesome and stable. To make it more stable, fluid fill the tires. You will trade some flotation for traction but it is a sure way to keep it planted on steep hills

[@jerryweber7635]

WOW, That Blows my mind how well this machine works on the steep inclines... I watched the entire video just waiting to see it slide down the hill and not being able to back up them, BUT that never happened and it cut the under brush so well. What a Great machine you have there. Keep ALL the Great videos coming my friend I for one LOVE them ALL... Looking forward to see your new Shop also....... God bless & Godspeed

[@mraidymaddful]

It occurred to me that the level woodland would make an ideal place to go camping, sort of semi 'out there' camping. I always thought that if I had some property with a large amount of woodland on it, I would build an off-road course for electric bikes and buggies. The Ven-Trac would be ideal for creating a track and those massive piles of wood you have could be used as markers or barriers for corners or even obstacles on the track. It would bring in some extra dollars into the kitty also. There was something oddly satisfying seeing you level that vegetation. And that's coming from an eager gardener that encourages plants to grow, lol. Just a couple of ideas for you any ways......

[@billmoran3812]

Reminds me of the property I had in Michigan. I had a big John Deere tractor with a 9 foot flail mower. It took nearly all week to mow working a few hours a day. It was a full time job.

[@stephenreese5921]

Matt, my week isn’t complete, my day isn’t complete unless I hear and see your Diesel Creek intro/video. You authentic persona (and Eva’s) is infectious. Keep posting brother!

[@pamike4873]

I've seen these things plenty of times, but mostly guys cut grass or flat fields with them. This however, impressed the heck out of me. The agility of that thing is awesome. It looks pretty dang stable too. Nice!

[@george8873]

Those are awesome little machines. I have seen several channels here on KZbin using them, and they all have nothing but good things to say about them. One advantage I noticed that Ventrac has is the mower is out front, and it helps stabilize the machine if you are going up a steep hill. Anyway, was surprised as well you got a machine in such good working order for once, lol.

[@scott7037]

Wow, that is NICE. Ive got a small 4 acre field I bought from a farm that needs to be reclaimed. Probably 8ish years of over growth. You just caused me to filled out the contact form for my dealer on this. Can use it for that as well as my lawn. very nice.

[@ericcorse]

Exploratory mowing at its finest, what an awesome machine. A log grapple on the back end to drag the newly discovered junk away would be nice.

[@DudeVon]

I thought the same thing.

[@hobens1]

good idea

[@manwiththestar2305]

I bet the caster wheels are a disposable type so rims are spotwelded together on each side of the rubber. Best way to not risk damage of rims probably to drill the spotwelds and use nuts and screws. Love the dually wheels and Im impressed of the performance of that Ventrac.

[@pinkpanther666]

I never thought I would see a ventrac on this channel. very useful machine with the attachments for the job at hand

[@jordanwoodcock7498]

Second small lever on is for to angle front hydraulic attachments such as brooms, blades, blowers ( leaf and snow) power rake

[@einfelder8262]

I would be putting a hoop across the front, bolt on where the wheels mount. It would help pushing the taller growth under and might save the castors a bit, and keep some rubbish out of the radiator especially if mowing dried out stuff. But it works as it is.

[@Excitable67]

Judging by the laughter as you worked, you were having FUN with that machine! It's always great when a well designed machine or tool makes the work easy and fun!

[@holmesrentalsales1316]

Awesome video! We love to see Ventracs old or new being put to the test! To answer your question at the end, the boom mower an amazing attachment for hard to reach places and trimming back tree lines as well. Might be worth checking into it at your local dealer.

[@miker8915]

Awesome purchase Matt, there are so many different attachments you can use on the 4500. This will be a great addition to your site. It's great to see the ventrac making your farm look fabulous. Great video, thank you for sharing

[@WarrenLacefield]

That Ventrac is amazing, but some portable fencing and a few pet goats would probably keep those areas as clean and tidy as you might want - saving all that fuel and machine (and driver) wear and tear, of course. 🙂

[@DieselCreek]

The neighbor has 30-40 goats, I love them but they don’t do this good a job and they take a long time time to do it, definitely wouldn’t keep up with just a few

[@WarrenLacefield]

@@DieselCreek Ha, ha. Your Ventrac (and you) certainly did do an outstanding job in that video. Goats probably wouldn't eat small trees and, indeed, it would take a herd to keep your woods clean. They are slow but do eat poison ivy quite well though, I've heard. I'm a fairly recent subscriber in Kentucky, Matt, but have watched and greatly enjoyed many of your videos. Thank you and keep ongoing and enjoying your work! ps / I've often wondered, since you appear to love gadgets, why you don't install electric gates along your front driveway? Might be really possible with your new buried electricity drop line?

[@DieselCreek]

@@WarrenLacefield got the opener just waiting on me to install it lol

[@user-tv5dt3nm9y]

Interesting machine. Backing down on tricky gullies and such may be easier where you can drive through it rather than a forward attack. Prescribed or controlled burning is a good way to keep the ‘undesirables’ down to a low roar as well as pest management and forest health.

[@terryeason4319]

I'll bet that is the best free video that ventrac could have ever dreamed of. How many machines do you figure this single video will sell. Great video Matt. Thank you as always air

[@Talasas]

All I know is I want one, what a machine.

[@louskunt9798]

17?

[@thehammah8444]

one to me for sure

[@firedog4689]

That was an impressively light touch with the skid steer! I also think you may want to add a bump rail to the front of the deck.

[@joeprovence8707]

Another great video Matt . Looking forward to the shop videos. Thank you so much for the work to take us along.

[@burtnelson1987]

That is what you get when you cross a zero turn mower and a mountain goat. it will go anywhere and eat everything! I can think of many times that would have made my job a whole lot easier. That is going to be a very good addition to your fleet and the only thing I can think of you might want to get for it would be a snow blower and cab. It would work better in tight spaces for snow removal than your other toys. Nice job, Matt.

[@tractorman6470]

Matt you was having way too much fun on that thing. I kept waiting for you to break it because you put it to the test it's Matt proof. Thats one rugged machine.

[@chrisbond6708]

Matt, I'd never thought brush cutting could be so involving - one of the great docos. From here in NZ I'd appreciate you posting the direction (north/south, east/west) in which your drone is pointing when you post those overhead shots. Chris.

[@lawrencelipon8673]

Great video Matt , must have been a lot of work just to get all the detailed camera shots that you were able to get thanks for sharing !

[@Slane583]

Those Ventrac's are really nice machines. Tractor Time with Tim has one and uses it along with his normal tractors for property maintenance. I don't know about all of their attachments, but the power rake Tim has looks like it would be of use to you for keeping your driveways leveled and maintained. :)

[@tazmankb26]

Bucket with grapple makes a nice addition if wanting to move brush or logs or bulk material very quickly.

[@trevorburton2718]

Matt you can get chains for those tires which will give you more traction still. Might chew up the ground more but as it's not a golf course you're mowing might work. I have an older Ventrac 3400 Diesel. Came with a front bucket and a blade as well. Buy some spare belts find out where all the grease nipples are, there are plenty. Great machine have fun.

[@kealke]

Hey Matt, thats a nice toy you got there! Nice job on getting that tire back on. While you were doing that, it was quite obvious to see how waterlogged the ground is there now, some liquefaction going on when you were pushing down on that rim. Right, if you'll excuse me now, i have to go find me a Ventrac 😆

[@johnbosse2527]

Matt, looks like if you spent a couple of hours moving some logs, branches and trees out of the way, you could mow for hours! Great video and a great machine.

[@verteup]

That's what I was thinking. He needs to be in there with a chainsaw first then bring in the ventrac.

[@jannearo328]

Love to watch Matt work his machines and listen to the Semi Supervillains's rockin' tunes.

[@bigchew3149]

Hey They Have A 4ft + or - 1ft Sickle bar mower on a boom that is great for ditches & over head mowing limbs & Ponds ! Every one that has one really likes the power rake as well ! Stump grinders buckets they really are a Bunch of really good attachments I want a garden tractor that can pull a small 1 row turning plough an harrows and a potato digger

[@jamesjohnson5640]

You actually bought something actually runs right off the bat. Cool little machine. Now get a sprayer for it and mix desiel, roundup and tryclopyr in it. That will keep the brush at bay for you. Cool video.

[@leahsdreams]

Heard nothing but incredible things about Ventrac, seems like an absolute monster of a machine!!

[@CumminsDriver100]

This is one HELLUVA very well engineered machine! Looks like a lot of fun to operate as well. It appears that the articulation feature is what saves it in the sketchy situations. Seems to deal with terrain that would normally require tracks. Like always, thanks for the awesome upload!

[@jsbounds27]

Awesome machine. Loved watching the one that John at Upstate Brush control used to have in action. Hard to beat a purpose-built machine. Unfortunately it’s just as hard to justify owning one if you don’t use it on a regular basis. That said, I’d really love to own one. PS - I still can’t believe you got that tire back on the rim without boogering it up with using only the forks!

[@jacquejecker4435]

It's that easy touch on the controls. I have no experience at all with any heavy equipment and by watching several of these guys out here operate heavy equipment with such a soft touch, well, most of them, I am impressed.

[@andrewpuckett6157]

They make a bolt on cab for it with heater for winter, they have just about every attachment fathomable not cheap. But I’m sure you’ve already found that out. The owner has a KZbin, he’s a really cool blue collared man. VenTrac is made for the workers by the workers honestly my favorite equipment manufacturer.

[@denisbeaulieu958]

I’m sure that you could build (buy) a blade for the back to move logs and/or any things in the way = good purchase ……take care of it and it will serve you well. Good videos! 🇨🇦👍

[@craigsowers8456]

Congrats ... a fine machine. Seem to recall Dirt Perfect had his friend use one on steep slopes on one of his jobs ... impressive. Ventrac states they can do 58% Grade (30 degree slope) but it would also appear they recommend going "Down Grade" in heavy brush ... "Gravity works 24/7". Be safe Bro !!! P.S. - GREAT JOB on the Tire change ... thought you'd end up in a Press.

[@DiamondDustAndVerdigris]

I highly doubt that I will ever have need of a piece of equipment like this (or anything else you run, for that matter. LOL), but this was just ridiculously satisfying. 😁 Thanks for sharing!

[@jeffreylyon9643]

Hey Matt, I know there are a lot of comments to go through, and I don't know if Dirt Monkey has been mentioned, but I know he has a Ventrac with several attachments. You might want to check his channel out. Love the video, Great to see this machine being used and abused!😎

[@joshuamassie3505]

There a great machine. My company purchased a steiner which makes the same kinda machine and it has been a game changer for our company. Clearing jobs that took a day and a crew now can be done in a couple hrs with 1 guy.

[@peppigue]

Giving Al Bladez a run for his money... By the way, Matt, if you hang a tennis ball or something from the roll bar, it'd effectively communicate the angle at any given moment.

[@tractormatt4301]

I think this will be great for you Matt, they put quite a bit of engineering into these ventracs, and they are purpose built machines.

[@TheLawnCareLifeinMowssouri]

Absolutely! 💯

[@DEVIL666wtf]

Ya but the problem is its new anything new is a peice of shit 2001 and down is where all the good reliable shits at

[@johnbazaar8440]

@working_country ___ Steiners are still being made. Some family members wanted to go in a different direction with the design and started Ventrac. Both are being built today. Thanks, JohnB

[@donhatcher9796]

I’ve owned three Steiners over the last 20 years. I love mine. Our property (I’m about two hours from where they’re made in Ohio) is pretty hilly. You’ve already discovered how they tend to slide downhill when you’re mowing across a slope. Watch out for their tendency to lift a wheel if you try to make a sharp turn uphill. Maybe with your duals it’s not as bad. The snowblower attachment is a godsend for keeping our farm lane clear. Have fun with it. My latest one (Steiner 430 Max) is 20 years old and I imagine it will last me the rest of my life.