Q&A for How to Drive a Farm Tractor

No. If it were low on fuel, then the engine wouldn't start. Since the engine starts, your problem is somewhere else.

Many older tractors do not have seat belts. If yours does not have a seat belt, skip this step. Consider having a ROPS and seatbelt installed on the tractor, or discuss it with your farm's manager.

On most tractors, the throttle is on the floor. Some of the bigger tractors may have a throttle similar to the one in your car. Just be careful not to go to fast with the throttle.

Yes, because the gears and engine is still giving power and the gears are still moving to the wheels. So, when you only press the brakes, it will just ruin your brakes and stall the engine. The tractor is giving power to the wheels and you are pulling back and stressing the engine, so yes, you need the clutch unless you are in neutral, then you can just press the brakes.