smalltown
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Originally wanted a 2305 then found out about the 1026R, both seemed to be sized for my lot of 1.8 acres. I will use it with a small box blade, mowing, homeowner backhoe work and eventually adding a snowblower or snowplow. A while ago I sat on the 2320 after the 2305 and my immediate reaction was the 2320 was much to big for me. The horespower is almost even giving the nod to the 1026R by one HP, both the PTOs are 18HP. Cat 1 3PH on the 2320,approx 200 lbs heavier and a little more ground clearance. So to me a tractor novice it was a matter of physical size.
I cannot get over the difference sitting on the 2320. It seems like I am up in the air in comparison.
Today I asked for a quote on a 1026R, and with the special pricing I thought why not ask for a 2320 quote.
I outfitted both with loader (h120 and 200cx respectively), backhoe and 54" deck (to be changed to a 60" deck).
To my surprise the 2320 was only $500 more., $800 if I include the $300 coupon JD just issued for the 1026R
I even managed to coax the wife into sitting on the 2320 (no 1026R available yet) and tell me what she thought.
Surprisingly she said I'd get the 2320 this feels like a tractor.
The 1026R is probably the best fit, but I think the 2320 and attachements (especially the #46 backhoe)are worth a lot more than the $500 difference.
On paper the 2320 is approx 6" longer, wider and taller than the 2305. I asked about the extra weight of th 2320 on my lawn and he thought it might actually by easier on the lawn because of the bigger tires???????????
I am beginning to think there should be a reality show of perspective tractor buyers. One by one as they go mad trying to decide they are illiminated. The one left standing gets a new tractor free, and cash to buy a new home:confused2:.
P.S. I read almost all the JD posts and have learned quite a bit. I must admit I was a little un-nerved by the 2320 snapped drive shaft posting.
I cannot get over the difference sitting on the 2320. It seems like I am up in the air in comparison.
Today I asked for a quote on a 1026R, and with the special pricing I thought why not ask for a 2320 quote.
I outfitted both with loader (h120 and 200cx respectively), backhoe and 54" deck (to be changed to a 60" deck).
To my surprise the 2320 was only $500 more., $800 if I include the $300 coupon JD just issued for the 1026R
I even managed to coax the wife into sitting on the 2320 (no 1026R available yet) and tell me what she thought.
Surprisingly she said I'd get the 2320 this feels like a tractor.
The 1026R is probably the best fit, but I think the 2320 and attachements (especially the #46 backhoe)are worth a lot more than the $500 difference.
On paper the 2320 is approx 6" longer, wider and taller than the 2305. I asked about the extra weight of th 2320 on my lawn and he thought it might actually by easier on the lawn because of the bigger tires???????????
I am beginning to think there should be a reality show of perspective tractor buyers. One by one as they go mad trying to decide they are illiminated. The one left standing gets a new tractor free, and cash to buy a new home:confused2:.
P.S. I read almost all the JD posts and have learned quite a bit. I must admit I was a little un-nerved by the 2320 snapped drive shaft posting.