All About Tractor Sprinklers

Tractor sprinklers are also known as traveling sprinklers and are among some of the coolest lawn sprinklers made. They allow you to easily water your yard by attaching the sprinkler to your tractor. Traditionally, they are used for yards that have already been established, and are not recommended on freshly seeded lawns.

Depending on the tractor sprinkler you choose, you have a certain amount of traveling distance. Some mobile sprinklers can travel over 200 feet. Besides mobility, it's also important to know the speed of the sprinkler. Most sprinklers will have a "feet per hour" measurement.

For example, if a traveling sprinkler was marked at "35 feet per hour", that would mean that you could effectively water 35 feet from your starting point in one hours time. It's also important to realize the diameter of the spraying water. If the diameter of the sprinkler was 25 feet, then that would mean that you could travel 35 feet in one direction in an hour, covering a distance of 25 feet in the perpendicular direction.

Even though they are called traveling sprinklers, most of these are designed to work in a stationary position as well. They are especially ideal for yards that have odd shape. These commercial sprinklers can provide a wide amount of coverage, so they are best in large areas.

Tractor sprinklers will often come with different speed settings. Usually the standard is three different speeds so you can get the ideal water pressure no matter what area you're watering. When the sprinkler reaches the end of the hose, it will automatically stop moving and dispersing water. This means that once you lay out the house, you can set it and forget it. It's a good hands off sprinkler.

Again, you shouldn't discount their effectiveness when it comes to uniquely shaped yards. With a little bit of trial and error, you should be able to lay out the hose in such a way that the tractor will be able to reach all parts of your yard and deliver a nice and even spray.

Finally, it's important to note that you should not lay out your path to cross sidewalks or driveways. Lawn sprinklers like these are not meant to travel on these areas, and you will more than likely experience problems if you are doing this.

Tractor sprinklers are made out of die-cast iron usually, and are to be mounted on your standard 5/8 inch garden house.