These loaders are a popular addition to tractors from 50hp to 200hp. It's current 'drive-in' form was originally designed and developed in 1958 by the Quicke company. They were developed to perform a multitude of farming tasks, using interchangable attachments, and are popular due to their relatively low cost (compared to Telehandler) and high versatility. Modern tractor loaders can be fitted with many attachments in addition to the standard buckets such as hydraulic grabs and spikes to assist with bale and silage handling, forks for pallet work, and other specialist tools for farm activities.