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Mowing Hay With Horses Video

Forecart and Trailed Sickle Mower

I&J Forecarts

🐴 What Is a Forecart?

A forecart is a two-wheeled, horse-drawn tool carrier that allows draft animals (horses or mules) to pull modern PTO or ground-driven farm implements—just like a tractor would. It acts as the bridge between animal power and modern equipment.

✅ Basic Functions:

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  • Provides a seat and control area for the operator.
  • Carries a PTO system (powered by a gas engine) to drive PTO-dependent tools like sickle bar mowers.
  • Connects to a wide range of 3-point or trailered implements (hay rakes, cultivators, etc.).
  • Includes brakes, tongue or pole, and often a hydraulic option.

🛠️ I&J Forecart Build Quality

  • Heavy-duty steel frame — long-lasting and field-proven.
  • Honda-powered PTO engine — reliable and easily serviceable.
  • Adjustable shafts or pole — works for single horses, teams, or mules.
  • Comfortable seating — shock-absorbing seat with a wide field of view.
  • Hydraulic-ready models — for tools that need hydraulic lift.
  • Disc brakes — safe and reliable for hilly or fast-moving equipment.
  • Rubber-tired wheels — smooth ride and better traction.

🌾 Benefits of Using a Forecart (For Horse Farmers)

Access to Modern Implements

  • Use modern hay tools, seeders, and sprayers without owning a tractor.

PTO Power from a Small Engine

  • I&J forecarts have a optional built-in gas engine to run PTO-driven tools like sickle bar mowers.

Improved Efficiency

  • Reduce labor and increase field capacity with modern attachments. 

Lower Operating Costs

  • No diesel, no heavy tractor maintenance. Low fuel use.

Sustainable Horse Farming

  • Keeps your farm horse-powered while using modern-day equipment.


Versatility

  • Switch between implements quickly—mower in the morning, hay rake after lunch.

Safer and Smoother Ride

  • Shock-absorbing seats and reliable brakes make long days easier.

🧰 Implements You Can Use with an I&J Forecart

I&J ESM PTO Sickle Bar Mower

  • Perfect match for I&J forecart.
  • Gas engine on cart powers mower PTO shaft.
  • Clean cut in hay or cover crops with minimal horsepower needed.
  • Used widely in organic or no-till systems.

Cultivators

  • Mount a row-crop cultivator to forecart or use with toolbars.
  • Ideal for weeding corn, beans, vegetables—precise and horse-compatible.

Hay Rakes

  • Pull ground-driven or PTO rakes with ease.
  • Great for producing clean windrows with draft animals.

🐴 Farmer Quotes on I&J Forecarts

"The I&J forecart is simple, solid, and does exactly what I need—no frills, just dependable work."
— Amish vegetable grower, Pennsylvania


"It’s the best piece of horse-drawn equipment I’ve ever owned—well-balanced, easy to hook up, and built to last."
— Organic grain farmer, Ohio


"I can mow hay, cultivate beans, or rake in the same day—just swap implements and go."
— Horse-powered farmer, Iowa



"The forecart gives me the flexibility of a small tractor, but I stay true to my horses."
— Draft horse teamster, Missouri


"Everything about it is smart and farmer-built—heavy frame, smooth ride, reliable PTO power."
— Mixed livestock producer, New York


"It’s not just for Amish farms. I use it on my back acres where a tractor doesn’t make sense."
— Sustainable homesteader, Kentucky

Farmers often describe I&J forecarts as “tractor-tough with horse sense”—built for decades of use.

"The forecart that works as hard as your team does."

Heavy Duty Forecart Video

Heavy Duty Ground Drive PTO Forecart

Forecarts

HD Forecart

Standard Forecart

Standard Forecart

The Heavy Duty Ground Drive PTO Forecart features the following:

  • Two speeds (375/500 RPM at 3.5mph)
  • All enclosed oil-filled gear boxes
  • 38″ diameter wheels
  • Suitable for running haybines, rotary cutters, etc.
  • Optional brakes
  • Optional 12v hydraulic power pack
  • Weight 1450#
  • Shipping Size 72"Lx60"Wx 48"H

Standard Forecart

Standard Forecart

Standard Forecart

The Standard Ground Drive PTO Forecarts can be used on Power Rakes, Teddars, Fertilizer Spreaders, Sprayers and more. It operates at 350 – 500 rpm.


  • Weight 650#
  • Shipping Size 66"Lx60"Wx 48"H
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    Forecart Models & Pricing

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    Standard Ground Drive Forecart—650 lbs 66″ L × 60″ W × 48″ H $3,825.00


    Standard Forecart w/ 12V Hydraulic Lift (4-Way)—720 lbs 66″ L × 60″ W × 55″ H $4,900.00


    Heavy Duty Ground Drive PTO Forecart—1,450 lbs 72″ L × 60″ W × 48″ H $6,900.00


    Heavy Duty PTO Forecart w/ Brakes—1,460 lbs 72″ L × 60″ W × 48″ H $7,590.00


    Heavy Duty PTO Forecart w/ 12V Hydraulic Lift (4-Way)—1,520 lbs 72″ L × 60″ W × 55″ H$7,975.00

    🔔 Note: Prices are subject to change based on material costs and manufacturer updates. Please request a quote for the most current pricing and availability.

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