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Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
$999.99 at Tractor Supply. Automatic (self-catch), fits tarter Series 3 chute. How it compares with 8 other cattle headgates on price and specs.
How it compares
How the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate Compares
CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate: $100 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
Priefert HG91 Headgate: $234.01 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
Behlen M-Series Headgate: $470.01 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
W-W Beefmaster Self-Catch Headgate: $722.01 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
All five near the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate as a table, with store links
| Model | Price | Type | Fits | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate | Price$999.99 | TypeAutomatic (self-catch) | FitsTarter Series 3 chute | Where to buyCheck price on Amazon → |
| CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate | Price$1,099.99 | TypeAutomatic catch | Fits— | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| Priefert HG91 Headgate | Price$1,234–$1,543 | TypeSwitches between manual and automatic | FitsPriefert S0191 and S04 chutes | Where to buyCheck price at Tractor Supply → |
| Behlen M-Series Headgate | Price$1,470–$1,549.99 | TypeSelf-catch or manual ratchet | Fits— | Where to buyCheck price at Augusta Co-op → |
| W-W Beefmaster Self-Catch Headgate | Price$1,722–$2,208 | TypeSelf-catch | FitsW-W Beefmaster chutes | Where to buyCheck price at Farm and Ranch Store → |
Prices last checked September 2026. Freight is extra unless noted.
The specs
Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate Specs
A typical self-catch headgate, not the exact Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate. Photo: Archives of Ontario, OGL-ON, via Wikimedia Commons.
| Brand | Tarter |
|---|---|
| TypeWhat this means → | Self-Catch Headgates |
| TypeWhat this means → | Automatic (self-catch) |
| Fits | Tarter Series 3 chute |
| Price | $999.99 |
| Checked at | Tractor Supply |
- Lowest priced headgate on the site
More options
More Tarter Options Besides the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
Tarter has 8 products on this site. See the full Tarter lineup and how it compares.
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Tarter CattleMaster S6 Headgate
$1,399.99
- Type: Manual
- Fits: Tarter Series 6 chute
Where to buy
Where to Buy the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
Tarter
Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
$999.99
- Type: Automatic (self-catch)
- Fits: Tarter Series 3 chute
The Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate is sold on Amazon. Compare the Amazon price and shipping with Tractor Supply before you order.
The price on this page is from Tractor Supply, checked September 2026. Farm equipment prices change between dealers, so confirm the price and freight before ordering.
Compare the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate with any other headgate, or see every model in the headgate price guide.
Who it fits
Who the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate Fits
Best for
Catching cattle at the end of an alley for tagging, vaccinating and quick treatments, or replacing a worn headgate on an existing chute.
Where it sits
#1 of 9 headgates by price on this site, a entry option.
Worth knowing
Type: Automatic (self-catch). Fits the Tarter Series 3 chute.
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Questions
Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate Questions
How much does the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate cost?
$999.99 at Tractor Supply when checked in September 2026, which is $400.01 under the middle starting price of the 9 cattle headgates on this site ($1,400). Ask about delivery when you order.
Is the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate expensive for a headgate?
It is #1 of 9 by starting price: 0 cost less and 8 cost more. Among self-catch headgates alone it is #1 of 6.
Is the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate self-catch?
It is listed as automatic (self-catch). 3 other headgates here work the same way. Self-catch vs manual.
What does the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate fit?
The listing says it fits the Tarter Series 3 chute.
Is the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate the cheapest headgate here?
Yes, it has the lowest starting price of the 9 on this site.
What is one step up from the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate?
Next above the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate by price: the CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate ($1,099.99) and the Priefert HG91 Headgate ($1,234–$1,543).
Should I buy the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate or the CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate?
The CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate starts $100 higher. Type: Automatic (self-catch) vs Automatic catch. Fits: Tarter Series 3 chute vs —. See the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate and CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate side by side.
What other Tarter cattle headgates compete with the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate?
Alongside the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate, Tarter also sells the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Headgate ($1,399.99).
Where can I buy the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate?
Tractor Supply lists it at $999.99, and it is also sold on Amazon.
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