droptop
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I'm considering replacing my current JD 770 FEL with something with a cab. I've narrowed the candidates down to a MF1635 or a JD3520, but am leaning toward the 1635. My dilemma is which transmission would be better? The Power Shuttle or the Hydro?
I have 13 acres of rolling hills that I maintain a mixed orchard of fruit trees that is increasing in size that will hopefully someday supplement my retirement when the trees mature. I use the tractor and FEL for general loader work and brush hogging. I mow about 2 acres with a finish mower and use it in the winter for snow removal with a rear mounted snow blower.
I've read a few threads on the joys of a hydro, but my concerns with the hydro are the long term reliability, service & maintenance costs vs the simpler, more efficient Power Shuttle. The reported ease of use of the Hydro isn't a big draw since I've been driving tractors since I was 6 (an Oliver 1650), and have no issues shifting gears. But I can see where the hydro would be nice when blowing snow.
Any thoughts and experience with the Hydro vs Power Shuttle dilemma would be appreciated along with any pricing info.
I have 13 acres of rolling hills that I maintain a mixed orchard of fruit trees that is increasing in size that will hopefully someday supplement my retirement when the trees mature. I use the tractor and FEL for general loader work and brush hogging. I mow about 2 acres with a finish mower and use it in the winter for snow removal with a rear mounted snow blower.
I've read a few threads on the joys of a hydro, but my concerns with the hydro are the long term reliability, service & maintenance costs vs the simpler, more efficient Power Shuttle. The reported ease of use of the Hydro isn't a big draw since I've been driving tractors since I was 6 (an Oliver 1650), and have no issues shifting gears. But I can see where the hydro would be nice when blowing snow.
Any thoughts and experience with the Hydro vs Power Shuttle dilemma would be appreciated along with any pricing info.
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