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Originally Posted by keving
I've been thinking about adding another tractor to the barn. I'd like to get a classic tractor in the 30hp plus range that is in decent condition that is in good working order. I'll do restoration over time. My budget for the initial tractor is under $4K. 3PH is a must.
This will be used as a tractor, not a show piece. I plan on returning it to its original condition with proper mechanical, body parts, tires and paint.
What models have the most parts available?
I really like the Ford Golden Jubilee NAA Series 800, Farmall H, Farmall M, and the Massey-Harris 30.
Thanks for your input! |
Unless you're talking about an add on, aftermarket 3-point hitch, rule out the H/M FarmAll's. They didn't come with a 3-point hitch originally. Parts should be plentiful for either though.
Massey Harris 30's won't be the easiest to find SOME parts for. Now the FERGUSON 30, that's another story. They'll be as easy to get parts for as any tractor in existance.
All the early Fords are easy to get parts for.
Some of the earliest Massey Fergusons are starting to become "collectable". What's limited their collectability until now is, MOST of 'em are still daily workers. Good tractors that just refused to quit. I personally have a soft spot for the Massey Harris 50/Ferguson F40/Massey Ferguson 50. (All essentially the same tractor, built during the years when MH and Ferguson were merging) Still lots of them around, parts are easy to come by. In fact, they share a LOT of parts with the TO-35 Ferguson. Examples of these tractors can be had in good working order in the $3000 range if you look. If you want a tractor with 3-point hitch, why not get one from the brand who gave us the 3-point hitch!?!? THE Ferguson System!!!