jeff9366
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- Tractor
- Kubota Tractor Loader L3560 HST+ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 3,700 pounds bare tractor, 5,400 pounds operating weight, 37 horsepower
The Mahindra dealer in Tenn. is 30 minutes away and the rest are at least a hours drive.
Some tractor owners have a trailer and deliver their tractor to dealer for service.
Others have the dealer pick up the tractor with dealer's HD truck and HD trailer for service. A reasonable cost for this is $1.50 per mile. So transportation for a service could be: 25 miles X 4 X $1.50 = $150.
I think you should be considering a heavy frame tractor 30-40 horsepower. I do not think a lighter tractor will give you a safe margin of stability for the tasks you have enumerated. You can roll a light tractor very easily on slopes, especially when using the FEL.
Why not fill in the exact location of your property in your T-B-N profile? You will get much more tailored responses. Someone may know of a used tractor perfect for your needs for sale nearby.