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For the kid who would rather haul dirt than drive fast.

Ride-On Tractors And Dump Trucks

Some kids want a sports car. Others want a trailer to fill with sticks. These are the ride-on tractors in our catalogue, plus the ride-ons whose listings state a tipping or dump bed. Most are slower, farm-yard rides, and the working parts differ a lot from one listing to the next, so check exactly what comes in the box.

How this list is built: Listings in our catalogue that are a tractor, or whose listing states a tipping or dump bed. 7 whips currently qualify. Sorted by: Lowest price at last check first. Prices are as last checked (8 Nov 2026); confirm with the retailer before buying. No paid placements. Methodology

7 whips that fit

What to look for

  • What actually comes with it: a detachable trailer, a front loader or digger, or a tipping bed, and whether the bed tips electrically or by hand.
  • The age range on the listing. It runs from 18 months on the 6V mini tractor to 3 to 8 years on the dump trucks.
  • A parent remote for under 5s. At last check four of the six listings here confirmed one.
  • The maximum load. A trailer full of dirt is not a second rider, and not every listing publishes a limit.
  • Where it will be used. A 6V tractor suits flat, smooth ground; check the voltage and wheels before you plan on lawn or gravel.

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Two-seaters for siblings

One whip. Two drivers. Fewer arguments.

18 whips

Licensed real-brand ride-ons

Just like Mum's car. Just smaller.

31 whips

Quads, motorbikes and go karts

For the kid who wants handlebars, not a steering wheel.

18 whips

4WD and four-motor ride-ons

For the backyard that is more paddock than driveway.

19 whips

For 2 year olds

Their very first whip.

11 whips

For 3 year olds

The classic first Christmas whip.

58 whips

For 4 year olds

Past toddler. Not done growing.

57 whips

For 5 year olds

Ready to drive themselves.

56 whips

For 6 year olds

Bigger yard. Bigger whip.

49 whips

For 7 year olds

Too big for the toddler car.

42 whips

For 8 year olds

Bigger kids. Bigger rides.

35 whips

For 9 and 10 year olds

The short list for big kids.

4 whips

Under $200

Small price. Big grin.

13 whips

Under $300

Big fun. Small spend.

17 whips

$300 to $600

The sweet spot.

35 whips

$600 and over

The big one under the tree.

15 whips

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