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Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
$299.99 at Tractor Supply. Cam jack, length 72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods). How it compares with 4 other calf pullers on price and specs.
How it compares
How the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller Compares
Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418: $186 less than the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
Stone Ratch-a-Pull Dual Action Calf Puller: $18.65 more than the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
Calf-Eze Dual Action Calf Puller: $30 more than the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
Stone Cable Calf Puller: $203.96 more than the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
All five near the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller as a table, with store links
| Model | Price | Type | Length | Material | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418 | Price$113.99 | TypeDual hook ratchet | Length32 in. rods, 44 in. chain | MaterialAluminum | Where to buyCheck price at Walmart → |
| Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller | Price$299.99 | TypeCam jack | Length72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods) | MaterialSteel rods, cast aluminum breech | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| Stone Ratch-a-Pull Dual Action Calf Puller | Price$318.64 | TypeDual action ratchet | Length77 in. pole | MaterialSolid steel shaft, cast aluminum breech | Where to buyCheck price at Walmart → |
| Calf-Eze Dual Action Calf Puller | Price$329.99 | TypeDual action cam jack | Length— | MaterialTwo-piece smooth shaft, cast aluminum breech | Where to buyCheck price at Valley Vet → |
| Stone Cable Calf Puller | Price$503.95 | TypeCable winch | Length9 ft cable | MaterialAircraft cable | Where to buyCheck price at Valley Vet → |
Prices last checked October 2026. Freight is extra unless noted.
The specs
Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller Specs
Hereford cow with her newborn calf, not the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller itself. Photo: Pamela (pamzpix), CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
| Brand | Ideal |
|---|---|
| Type | Calf Pullers |
| Type | Cam jack |
| Length | 72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods) |
| Material | Steel rods, cast aluminum breech |
| Price | $299.99 |
| Checked at | Tractor Supply |
- Comes with a 45-inch OB chain and a waterproof carrying case
- Made in the USA
More options
Calving Supplies Priced Near the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
Challenger
Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418
$113.99
- Type: Dual hook ratchet
- Length: 32 in. rods, 44 in. chain
- Material: Aluminum
Stone
Stone Ratch-a-Pull Dual Action Calf Puller
$318.64
- Type: Dual action ratchet
- Length: 77 in. pole
- Material: Solid steel shaft, cast aluminum breech
Calf-Eze
Calf-Eze Dual Action Calf Puller
$329.99
4.4 of 5 from 16 reviews at Valley Vet
- Type: Dual action cam jack
- Material: Two-piece smooth shaft, cast aluminum breech
Stone
Stone Cable Calf Puller
$503.95
5.0 of 5 from 1 review at Valley Vet
- Type: Cable winch
- Length: 9 ft cable
- Material: Aircraft cable
Where to buy
Where to Buy the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
Ideal
Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller
$299.99
- Type: Cam jack
- Length: 72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods)
- Material: Steel rods, cast aluminum breech
The price on this page is from Tractor Supply, checked October 2026. Farm equipment prices change between dealers, so confirm the price and freight before ordering.
Compare the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller with any other calving supply, or see every model in the calving supply price guide.
Who it fits
Who the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller Fits
Best for
Assisted births where the calf is coming normally but the cow needs help.
Where it sits
#2 of 5 calf pullers by price on this site, a mid-range option.
Worth knowing
Type: Cam jack. Length: 72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods). Material: Steel rods, cast aluminum breech.
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Questions
Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller Questions
How much does the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller cost?
$299.99 at Tractor Supply when checked in October 2026, which is $18.65 under the middle starting price of the 5 calf pullers on this site ($318.64). Check shipping before checkout.
Is the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller expensive for a calf puller?
It is #2 of 5 by starting price: 1 cost less and 3 cost more. Among calf pullers alone it is #2 of 5.
What costs less than the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller?
Only the Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418 ($113.99) starts below the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller.
What is one step up from the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller?
Next above the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller by price: the Stone Ratch-a-Pull Dual Action Calf Puller ($318.64) and the Calf-Eze Dual Action Calf Puller ($329.99).
Should I buy the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller or the Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418?
The Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418 starts $186 lower. Type: Cam jack vs Dual hook ratchet. Length: 72 in. assembled (two 36 in. rods) vs 32 in. rods, 44 in. chain. Material: Steel rods, cast aluminum breech vs Aluminum. See the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller and Challenger Dual Ratchet Calf Puller 98418 side by side.
Where can I buy the Ideal Dr. Frank's Calf Puller?
Tractor Supply lists it at $299.99.
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