MickeyC
Bronze Member
Hello to everyone here on TBN. First time posting, been reading for a while. I have done plenty of reading and research and was wondering if I could get some more info. I am in the market for a newer tractor. I have a 2N that I never really planned on working, but I have found myself putting it to work more and more. I would like something to better handle the work I have come upon. My main needs would be to pull a 5' rotary cutter, 6' finish mower, and occasionally some ground engauging implements. I have a total of about 12 acres to tend to. I have come up with with the following choices. Ford 2000-3000-3600, MF 135, 230, 235. I guess my requirements would be 2 stage clutch(live power) roughly 35-42 HP. Power steering would be nice too. I will not use the tractor everyday or for long periods of time. I do need to watch the total weight of the tractor so I can drive it over in-ground septic systems without damage. I have plenty seat time on new larger tractors just no personal experience or seat time with these models that would fit my needs. Any technical advice on any of these models would be great. What to watch for, any model with any known problems. What would suit my needs best, or even any models to suggest I may have over looked. I am close to most all major dealerships in my area for parts. Thank you for your time.