February 2026 Tractor and Combine Sales Report: Trends and Insights

In February 2026, the agricultural equipment market showcased mixed sales trends, as reported by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). While total tractor purchases experienced a downturn, combine sales proved resilient for a second consecutive month.

U.S. Tractor Sales Analysis

According to AEM, February tractor sales in the U.S. reached 9,804 units, marking a 12.2% decrease compared to 11,167 units sold in February 2025. Year-to-date sales totaled 18,587 units, down 8.7% from last year’s figures.

Sales performance was particularly noteworthy in the 4WD category, which saw an 11.3% increase, with 148 units sold compared to 133 in February 2025. In contrast, other categories faced declines:

• 2WD Sub-40 hp: Down 11.5% with 6,014 units sold.
• 2WD 40–100 hp: Declined by 9.5% with sales of 2,738 units.
• 2WD 100+ hp: Experienced a significant drop of 25.8%, totaling 904 units.
• Combines: Saw a 12.6% decrease with 159 units sold.

In terms of inventory, the U.S. market began February with a total of 90,647 tractors, indicating a focus on managing existing resources amid fluctuating sales.

Canadian Equipment Sales Overview

In Canada, the sales landscape mirrored that of the U.S., with total tractor sales declining 14.4%, down to 1,217 units compared to 1,421 in February 2025. Year-to-date sales were also down 3.3% from the previous year.

Breaking down Canadian tractor sales by horsepower:

• Sub-40 hp: 689 units sold, down 17%.
• 40–100 hp: Decreased by 3% with 258 units sold.
• 100+ hp: 180 units sold, representing a 10% decline.

Sales of 4WD tractors in Canada saw a significant 28% drop, totaling 90 units sold. Interestingly, combine sales remained stable, matching last year’s numbers with 89 units sold.

Market Insights and Future Outlook

Despite the slowdown in tractor sales, industry experts maintain a positive long-term outlook. Curt Blades, AEM’s Senior Vice President of Industry Sectors and Product Leadership, noted, “Farmers remain focused on managing input costs while maximizing productivity. Although equipment purchases are influenced by broader farm income cycles, the drive towards modernizing fleets and adopting advanced technologies remains robust.”

As farmers navigate market challenges, their choices in the coming months will significantly influence inventory levels and sales trends in the agricultural equipment sector.