Flying MXZ
Bronze Member
I think I am looking at a B2320. I started looking at the BX25/JD2305 but they are not big enough to me (or my wife). I want a loader and backhoe, but may get an aftermarket (3pt) backhoe. I will not mow with this (for quite awhile at least). I have 12 acres, ~1 acre steep lawn around the house, ~2 acres of lawn/orchard seperated from the house lawn. The rest is mostly wooded (some hardwood/overgrown orchard and some hemlock) but part of the old orchards/hardwood will be turned into more lawn eventually. I don't plan on doing any heavy work with the backhoe; some small stump removal, drainage lines, light ditching. If I get a 3 pt backhoe I'm thinking my dad can borrow it and run it on his JD850 also. I have had plenty of time mowing on the 850 and do not mind the gear setup. Would I miss the HST on this tractor? I wouldn't mind saving ~$1000 on the tractor (plus it would ensure the wife would not drive it). Would a L2800 be a better fit?
Attached is a pic of my property. I am north of the road, and do not own the fields. The only flat area is by the stream (future garden spot) and an old roadway across the middle of the property. Thanks for any advice you can give me.
Attached is a pic of my property. I am north of the road, and do not own the fields. The only flat area is by the stream (future garden spot) and an old roadway across the middle of the property. Thanks for any advice you can give me.