Why Owning a PTO-Driven Cement Mixer Beats Renting Every Time
If you’ve spent any time pouring concrete on your property—whether for fence posts, barn floors, or outbuildings—you know how inconvenient renting a cement mixer can be. Waiting for availability, hauling it back and forth, cleaning it like your deposit depends on it (because it does), and then rushing to get the job done on the rental clock? That gets old fast.
For anyone involved in agricultural, construction, or property maintenance work, concrete mixing is often a recurring task. Whether you’re setting fence posts, pouring slabs, or building out infrastructure, you’ve probably found yourself renting a cement mixer more times than you’d like to admit. While renting might seem convenient at first, the costs, logistics, and time involved can quickly add up.
That’s where owning your own PTO-driven concrete mixer really shines.
A PTO-driven cement mixer is designed to be mounted to the 3-point hitch of your tractor and powered by the PTO (Power Take-Off). This setup allows you to mix concrete efficiently using your existing equipment—saving time, increasing productivity, and eliminating repeated rental fees. You also gain the flexibility to work on your own schedule, without worrying about rental deadlines or transportation hassles.
At Durattach, we offer two high-quality cement mixers that are ideal for tractor use:
Farm-Maxx (Cosmo) 3-point Tractor Cement / Concrete Mixer – Model MX80-350
This heavy-duty mixer is built for serious performance and durability:
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Series 1 PTO Shaft Included
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Hydraulically Actuated Dumping for smooth, controlled discharge
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Includes Hydraulic Cylinder and Hose – ready to connect and use
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Two-Piece Bolt-Together Mixer Cone for easy cleaning and servicing
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Heavy-Duty Chain Drive with accessible service points
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Durable High Gloss Epoxy Finish, baked at 302°F for protection under tough conditions
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Large Mixer Opening makes charging, dumping, and cleaning quick and easy
The MX80-350 is designed for ease of use, long-term reliability, and seamless integration with your tractor’s three-point hitch system.
Rankin MX Series Cement Mixer – Model MX-320
For those looking for a compact and versatile option, the MX-320 is a great choice:
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11 cu. ft. Drum with a working capacity for 1 bag of cement
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Cat. 1 or 2, 3-Point Hitch Compatibility
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PTO Driven at 540 RPM
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Single Acting Cylinder with Hose
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Ideal not only for cement, but also for fertilizer, potting soil, and more
This model is perfect for smaller jobs or multi-purpose use, offering flexibility and simplicity in one efficient package.
The Bottom Line
Owning your own PTO-driven cement mixer helps make your operation more self-sufficient, efficient, and cost-effective. No more relying on third-party availability, no more rushing to return rentals, and no more worrying about downtime.
Whether you’re mixing concrete weekly or just a few times a season, the convenience and long-term savings of ownership quickly outweigh the recurring cost and effort of renting.
As always, if you’re ever in the Northwest, we welcome you to stop by our brick-and-mortar location—Idaho Implement—in beautiful Sagle, Idaho. We’re located at the corner of Highway 95 and Sagle Road and would be happy to help you find the right attachment for your equipment.
Durattach – Built to Work. Made to Last.