Calculate true ownership and operating costs for farm machinery. Compare owning vs contracting, track fuel efficiency, and plan capital purchases with confidence.
Calculate true cost including depreciation, fuel, repairs, insurance and interest. Compare ownership vs contracting.
Calculate →Estimate fuel consumption in litres per hour based on engine power and load. Plan fuel budgets accurately.
Calculate →Calculate litres per hectare for tillage, seeding and spraying. Benchmark your machinery efficiency.
Calculate →Calculate annual depreciation and current value using straight-line method. Plan replacement timing.
Calculate →Calculate cost per tonne and per kilometre for grain, hay and livestock transport.
Calculate →Calculate materials and labour cost for fencing projects. Compare wire, timber and labour.
Calculate →Estimate gravel, earthmoving and maintenance costs for farm roads and laneways.
Calculate →Calculate return on investment for GPS, auto-steer and variable rate technology.
Calculate →Most farmers underestimate machinery costs by 30-50%. Depreciation alone often exceeds fuel costs. Use these calculators to understand your true cost per hour, then compare to contractor rates. If your cost is higher than contracting for low-hour operations, consider selling and hiring.