mousedoc
Bronze Member
Hello all,
I'm new here so first let me say, great site! Glad I found it!
I was wondering if someone here might point me in the right direction on what tractors/ attachments/ implements I should consider, given my situation and anticipated requirements.
I recently moved to upstate NY on 10 acres, 1.5 acres of lawn, with the remainder wooded. My driveway is gravel, about 250 feet long at a grade of about 5% +/-. I would describe the land as gently rolling overall.
I see my primary tasks as mowing, snow removal, driveway maintenance, moderate landscaping and dragging an occasional log or two. I currently use a JD 110 garden tractor for snow removal (‘cause I have the front blade for it) and a 318 for mowing (50” deck).
Down the road (1-3 years)… I would like to clear another 1/2 acre or so (most likely I will bring in a dozer for this). Once this is done, I plan to add some lawn, establish vegetable and flower gardens, and possibly build a small barn. This will also add about 200’ of driveway to the barn, 450’ total.
I am looking to try and keep the cost in the 10-12k range (if possible). The closest dealers I’m aware of are JD 4 miles, Kubota 7, NH 12, Kioti 35, and Massey is 41.
Any suggestions?
Thanks
I'm new here so first let me say, great site! Glad I found it!
I was wondering if someone here might point me in the right direction on what tractors/ attachments/ implements I should consider, given my situation and anticipated requirements.
I recently moved to upstate NY on 10 acres, 1.5 acres of lawn, with the remainder wooded. My driveway is gravel, about 250 feet long at a grade of about 5% +/-. I would describe the land as gently rolling overall.
I see my primary tasks as mowing, snow removal, driveway maintenance, moderate landscaping and dragging an occasional log or two. I currently use a JD 110 garden tractor for snow removal (‘cause I have the front blade for it) and a 318 for mowing (50” deck).
Down the road (1-3 years)… I would like to clear another 1/2 acre or so (most likely I will bring in a dozer for this). Once this is done, I plan to add some lawn, establish vegetable and flower gardens, and possibly build a small barn. This will also add about 200’ of driveway to the barn, 450’ total.
I am looking to try and keep the cost in the 10-12k range (if possible). The closest dealers I’m aware of are JD 4 miles, Kubota 7, NH 12, Kioti 35, and Massey is 41.
Any suggestions?
Thanks