jpb6
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Can an 855 handle a RM 6\' finish mower?
Hello,
I have an opportunity to buy a '97 JD 855 w/FEL, loader mounted curtis plow and custom built 5'x4' TPH weight box with ag tires, 280hrs for $13000. I am thinking about buying a set of turf tires on rims for it and pulling a rear mount 6' finish mower that I already own.
Has anyone out there had experience mowing with this combo? Do you think the 855 has enough HP at the PTO for this?
PS... I mow about 3 acres and plow a 900' steep gravel driveway in upstate NY.
My other options are to spend about $16000 for a new B2710 w/FEL but no plow (this year) or $17550 for a JD 4200 w/FEL, or keep waiting for the perfect used tractor to come my way.
Any advise is much appreciated.
Jeff
Hello,
I have an opportunity to buy a '97 JD 855 w/FEL, loader mounted curtis plow and custom built 5'x4' TPH weight box with ag tires, 280hrs for $13000. I am thinking about buying a set of turf tires on rims for it and pulling a rear mount 6' finish mower that I already own.
Has anyone out there had experience mowing with this combo? Do you think the 855 has enough HP at the PTO for this?
PS... I mow about 3 acres and plow a 900' steep gravel driveway in upstate NY.
My other options are to spend about $16000 for a new B2710 w/FEL but no plow (this year) or $17550 for a JD 4200 w/FEL, or keep waiting for the perfect used tractor to come my way.
Any advise is much appreciated.
Jeff