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Originally Posted by clarkmike
Thanks guys. The 3525 draws me based on it's simplicity and old-fashoned design. The newer 4WD tractors look great, but I'm concerned about long-term durability. We plan on staying on this land for another 30 years or so, and would like to have whatever tractor we buy now last the duration. I've seen some fans of the 3525 on other threads, so I'll probably read some additional info there.
What do you think of a 4530 FWD with FEL and 100 hours for $17K? The tractor is about one year old and was used on a horse operation to move hay for the most part. Are the 4530s reliable? Do they have any problems I should look for?
I'll be getting serious on Feb and plan on taking possession of a tractor by March. I look forward to your insight.
ThanksMike
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The 30 series is an upgraded 00 series. Very reliable. I have the 6000. I've logged over 800 hours with very few problems. I've heard of injection timing issues, minor hydraulic issues, and some electrical stuff on these, but actually no catastrophic failures. I wouldn't be afraid to buy used, but it's hard not to take advantage of the financing on new. If you have the cash maybe you could make a good deal on new.
Nothing wrong with the 25 series. No 4wd would definately be a drawback to me.
It all comes down to how much time you have to do the things you have to do and whether or not you want to enjoy doing it. I remember when farmers here farmed here with a bunch of Ford 8n's. Just took longer and more of them.