Ireland’s new tractor market delivered a solid performance in 2025, with registrations rising 14 percent year on year to 2,067 units, confirming renewed confidence among farmers and contractors after a softer 2024.
According to figures released by Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association, total registrations increased from 1,817 units the previous year, underlining steady replacement demand and continued investment in modern machinery.
County Cork Leads New Tractor Registrations in Ireland
Regional data shows that County Cork once again topped the national table, recording 295 new tractor registrations. Tipperary followed in second place with 197 units, while Wexford ranked third on 120 registrations. These counties remain core drivers of Irish machinery demand due to their scale of dairy, tillage, and mixed farming activity.
161 to 200 Horsepower Tractors Dominate the Market
Mid to upper power tractors were the clear market favorite. Machines in the 161hp to 200hp range accounted for nearly one quarter of all new registrations, reflecting their versatility for livestock, tillage, and contracting work.
Tractors rated between 50hp and 120hp represented 19.21 percent of the market, continuing to serve smaller farms and yard focused operations. High horsepower models above 200hp made up 11.7 percent of total registrations, highlighting consistent demand for heavy draft and large scale fieldwork.
Used Tractor Registrations Also Move Higher
The used machinery segment showed renewed activity as well. A total of 2,971 used tractors were registered for the first time in Ireland during 2025, an increase of 204 units compared with 2024. This growth points to strong secondary market turnover, particularly for imported and late model machines.
Telehandlers Drive Growth in Non Tractor Machinery
Beyond tractors, the Irish machinery market recorded notable gains in several equipment categories. New telehandler registrations surged by almost 43 percent to 754 units, up from 618 the year before. Manitou and JCB together accounted for roughly 72 percent of the telehandler market, reinforcing their dominant position in Ireland.
Wheeled loader registrations climbed 23.13 percent to 197 units, while backhoe loader volumes remained stable at 54 units, closely matching the previous year. In contrast, new UTV registrations edged down by 3.5 percent to 271 units.
About the Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association
The Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association represents the majority of Ireland’s agricultural machinery manufacturers, importers, and distributors. Its registration data tracks thousands of new and used machines annually, providing one of the most reliable indicators of machinery investment trends in the Irish agricultural sector.
