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Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
$1,299.99 at Tractor Supply. Automatic (self-catch), rated cattle size up to 1,400 lb. How it compares with 12 other cattle headgates on price and specs.
How it compares
How the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate Compares
CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate: $200 less than the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
Priefert HG91 Headgate: $65.99 less than the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
Behlen M-Series Headgate: $170.01 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
W-W Beefmaster Self-Catch Headgate: $422.01 more than the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
All five near the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate as a table, with store links
| Model | Price | Type | Fits | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 → |
| Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate | Price$1,299.99 | TypeAutomatic (self-catch) | Fits— | 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 S6 Automatic Headgate Specs
A typical self-catch headgate, not the exact Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate. Photo: Archives of Ontario, OGL-ON, via Wikimedia Commons.
| Brand | Tarter |
|---|---|
| TypeWhat this means → | Self-Catch Headgates |
| TypeWhat this means → | Automatic (self-catch) |
| Rated cattle size | Up to 1,400 lb |
| Price | $1,299.99 |
| Checked at | Tractor Supply |
More options
More Tarter Options Besides the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
Tarter has 17 products on this site. See the full Tarter lineup and how it compares.
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Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate
$999.99
- Type: Automatic (self-catch)
- Fits: Tarter Series 3 chute
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Tarter CattleMaster S6 Headgate
$1,399.99
- Type: Manual
- Fits: Tarter Series 6 chute
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Tarter CattleMaster S3 Manual Headgate
$1,099.99
4.0 of 5 from 17 reviews at Tractor Supply
- Type: Manual
- Rated cattle size: Up to 1,200 lb
Where to buy
Where to Buy the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
Tarter
Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate
$1,299.99
4.1 of 5 from 31 reviews at Tractor Supply
- Type: Automatic (self-catch)
- Rated cattle size: Up to 1,400 lb
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 S6 Automatic Headgate with any other headgate, or see every model in the headgate price guide.
Who it fits
Who the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic 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
#5 of 13 headgates by price on this site, a mid-range option.
Worth knowing
Type: Automatic (self-catch). Confirm fit and mounting with the dealer.
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Questions
Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate Questions
How much does the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate cost?
$1,299.99 at Tractor Supply when checked in September 2026, which is $100.01 under the middle starting price of the 13 cattle headgates on this site ($1,400). Pickup and shipping terms vary by store.
Is the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate expensive for a headgate?
It is #5 of 13 by starting price: 4 cost less and 8 cost more. Among self-catch headgates alone it is #4 of 8.
Is the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate self-catch?
It is listed as automatic (self-catch). 5 other headgates here work the same way. Self-catch vs manual.
What does the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate fit?
The listing does not name a fit. Measure your chute or alley opening and confirm it with Tarter before ordering.
What costs less than the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate?
The closest cheaper options are the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Manual Headgate ($1,099.99) and the Priefert HG91 Headgate ($1,234–$1,543), both below the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate.
What is one step up from the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate?
Next above the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate by price: the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Headgate ($1,399.99) and the Titan West WLC 600 Headgate ($1,400–$1,602).
Should I buy the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate or the CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate?
The CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate starts $200 lower. Type: Automatic (self-catch) vs Automatic catch. See the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate and CountyLine Heavy-Duty Headgate side by side.
What other Tarter cattle headgates compete with the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate?
Alongside the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate, Tarter also sells the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Headgate ($999.99), the Tarter CattleMaster S3 Manual Headgate ($1,099.99) and the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Headgate ($1,399.99).
Where can I buy the Tarter CattleMaster S6 Automatic Headgate?
Tractor Supply lists it at $1,299.99.
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