We’re excited to launch a new Tractor Tuesday feature: The Weekly Spotlight, which highlights our partnered dealers, manufacturers, and farmers who deliver real value to rural America. This week, we’re proud to introduce Lakestate Mfg. of Jasper, Minnesota, a company that is making a name for itself with exceptional mounted tanks and bracket systems.

Lakestate specializes in supplying tanks and brackets for nearly every major tractor make and model, offering side mount, front mount, dual front mount, and mid mount configurations. Their standout feature is an innovative leg tank design that eliminates the need for traditional saddles. By removing the saddle portion that often rusts or weakens over time, Lakestate delivers a tank system that is stronger, easier to install or remove, and built for the long haul. The tanks are available in multiple capacities including 650, 800, 1000, and 1200 gallons. For even more flexibility, the company provides dual front mount systems with 400, 500, or 600 gallon options, and add on “top tanks” of 125 gallons each for expanding capacity.

The Value Lakestate Brings

Farmers choose Lakestate because of the combination of durability, adaptability, and practical design. The tanks are engineered with ground and crop clearance in mind, so they perform well across different field conditions. Using fewer bolts and a simplified bracket system makes it quicker to install and remove the tanks, which is especially valuable during short planting and spraying windows. Lakestate also stands out for its willingness to customize brackets for tractors that are not listed, ensuring operators get a system that fits their machine rather than forcing them into a one size fits all solution.

In recognition of their excellence, Lakestate was awarded “Top agriculture equipment manufacturing solutions provider” for 2024 by Agri Business Review. This award highlights their commitment to engineering, customer focus, and product performance in the agricultural equipment space.

What Customers Say

Lakestate’s customers repeatedly praise the durability and ease of use of their tank systems. Tom from Nebraska says he is on his second set of tanks, one on a regular front mount and another on a front dual setup, and both worked well with easy install and removal and no issues with tanks or brackets. Tony from Nebraska notes that after trying other brackets, he found Lakestate’s to be the best he has used, calling them very solid and rock steady even with 500 gallon tanks. Another farmer who put the brackets on an 8530 John Deere explained that he covered over 9000 acres in a season and appreciated both the visibility and reliability compared to other brands. Steve, who mounted leg tanks on MX305 front duals, pointed out how easy it was to access the cab and move around the tanks, and praised how well the plumbing allowed the tanks to drain fully.

These testimonials reinforce what Lakestate emphasizes in its design: ease of use, strong construction, and fit tailored to real tractor operations.

Readers can explore Lakestate Mfg.’s full line of tanks and brackets directly through their page on Tractor Tuesday.