motownbrowne
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- Joined
- Dec 30, 2013
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- Location
- river falls, wi
- Tractor
- Kubota mx4700 HST, New Holland TC-29D
James summed it up very well. I'll add that since you didn't mention any pulling type work, I think you'll be happy with the R4s. Tilling (I assume rototilling) will be fine with R4s. R4s are better for loader work, and mowing (unless you start to sink, in which case it's too wet to be mowing), they are also more puncture resistant, which is nice in the woods. Personally, I love my R1s. I have two CUTs one that probably weighs 6000lbs with the loader on, and one that weighs about 3300lbs with ballast and front weights. The bigger machine has R1s, and it's not even comparable the difference in what these tractors will pull. Yes, it's an apples to oranges comparison, but the more aggressive tread pattern is a part of the equation for one being much much more powerful putting power to the ground. Unless you are going to be skidding logs or pulling a disc or a plow, neither of which you mention, I think you'll be fine with R4s. Also, as mentioned, chains will work too. They're not great for dirt work, but for skidding logs out of the woods, chains on R4s is probably the best way to go. R1s still might give you more traction, but they aren't as durable.