Ed G
New member
- Joined
- Oct 27, 2009
- Messages
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- Location
- Northeast PA
- Tractor
- (Soon to be) 2520, 200cx, 46 BH, 727A ZTM, Gator, LX279
As a new member to this forum this is my very first post....I want to say up front thank you all for the info here - it has been very helpful; and I also want to apologize in advance for what is a long first post, as well as for what may be "rookie" questions!
I just sold my JD 790 w/#70FEL and #7BH (I was very pleased with the 790, but I need to get a tractor with a hydro trans to accommodate some recent family handicap issues). I need the tractor for general work/landscaping around my farm and house, plowing snow, and maintaining the property. I already have a Gator and a 727 for mowing, so I will not really need to mow with the new tractor. My wife and father-in-law (who is somewhat handicapped and also owns a JD 4200 w/FEL and BH) will also drive this.
I have two separate used tractors I am looking at:
#1 - Used 2006 2520 w/77hrs, 200x FEL and 46BH for $16,500...this is my first choice b/c it has a backhoe and lower hours (I did confirm through JD that the tractor is free & clear financially)
#2 - Used 2005 4310 w/298 hrs, 430FEL and 60" mower deck for $16,500....this may be a bit larger than I really need (my neighbor has one), and I would need to purchase a backhoe (I would sell the 60" mower deck).
I would like any feedback/reccomendations you all may have...some of my questions/concerns are:
- How will the FEL and BH power of the 2520 compare to the 790 I have now? Based on the specs I have reviewed is should be MORE powerful...
- How will the 2520 compare to the overall power of the 4200 my FIL has now?
- Have there been any significant design changes in the 2520 since 2006 (e.g., rear wheel spacing)?
- Is the power of the 200x the same as the 200cx FEL (I do understand the 200x is not the quick-tatch).
- Any guesses as to how much a backhoe would be for a 4310 (installed)?
- Any guesses as to how much $$ I could get for a used 60" mower deck?
Any guidance or recommendations you can add??
Just a side note - I have been working with two separate JD dealers through this process both of whom have been exceptionally helpful and responsive - even after they knew I had mad the decision to purchase a used tractor.
I just sold my JD 790 w/#70FEL and #7BH (I was very pleased with the 790, but I need to get a tractor with a hydro trans to accommodate some recent family handicap issues). I need the tractor for general work/landscaping around my farm and house, plowing snow, and maintaining the property. I already have a Gator and a 727 for mowing, so I will not really need to mow with the new tractor. My wife and father-in-law (who is somewhat handicapped and also owns a JD 4200 w/FEL and BH) will also drive this.
I have two separate used tractors I am looking at:
#1 - Used 2006 2520 w/77hrs, 200x FEL and 46BH for $16,500...this is my first choice b/c it has a backhoe and lower hours (I did confirm through JD that the tractor is free & clear financially)
#2 - Used 2005 4310 w/298 hrs, 430FEL and 60" mower deck for $16,500....this may be a bit larger than I really need (my neighbor has one), and I would need to purchase a backhoe (I would sell the 60" mower deck).
I would like any feedback/reccomendations you all may have...some of my questions/concerns are:
- How will the FEL and BH power of the 2520 compare to the 790 I have now? Based on the specs I have reviewed is should be MORE powerful...
- How will the 2520 compare to the overall power of the 4200 my FIL has now?
- Have there been any significant design changes in the 2520 since 2006 (e.g., rear wheel spacing)?
- Is the power of the 200x the same as the 200cx FEL (I do understand the 200x is not the quick-tatch).
- Any guesses as to how much a backhoe would be for a 4310 (installed)?
- Any guesses as to how much $$ I could get for a used 60" mower deck?
Any guidance or recommendations you can add??
Just a side note - I have been working with two separate JD dealers through this process both of whom have been exceptionally helpful and responsive - even after they knew I had mad the decision to purchase a used tractor.