Ventrac 4200 vxd on FB

[ArlyA]

Just spied on Facebook marketplace​

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Details Ventrac 4200 vxd 31 hp engine with around 3500 hrs(still using) New center link and complete service Comes with dual kit and weights Selling to buy new tractor $12,000 obo Additional photos on request Gotham, WI

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[ArlyA]

Ventec guys. Is 12K the price these highly used machines normally go for?

 

[sandman2234]

That is a lot of hours for one that looks as good as that one does, and yes they don't go cheap. I bought a Steiner via a friend and the diesel went to 3500 hours before it and the rest started giving problems.
They aren't as good as some people think they are, but for what they are designed for, they work great.
David from jax

 

[MountainBuck]

There is a lot that gives me pause in that picture.

First and foremost, one of the common reasons to by these types of tractors is to operate them on slopes. This unit seems like it was additionally outfitted with the extra tires to be more secure on the slopes.

But to then take off the ROPS just seems irresponsible! It was shipped with one.

The "07" makes me think it was at one time part of a fleet of at least 10 or more. Then it appears to have been stored outside.

Since someone removed the ROPS, I am concerned about additional safety features that may have been defeated.

 

[ArlyA]

Ventrac 4200 VXD Tractor​

now $8,900 was $9,500
Listed a week ago in Chippewa Falls, WI

Details​

• Condition
  Used - Good

Ventrac 4200 VXD Tractor. Has the 31hp Briggs Vanguard liquid cooled gas engine. Has 21xx hours. Not cosmetically perfect but in good working order. Works with most ventrac and steiner tractor attachments. Only selling as I own 3 and don't need all 3. Located in Eau Claire WI. Will deliver within 50 miles for down-payment and additional fee. Sale subject to WI sales tax unless provided with an exempt permit.

Chippewa Falls, WI

 

[ArlyA]

As some here know, we care for trails but my dearest center pivot mower is dated and parts are becoming problematic. What-to-do, what-to-do. These are interesting machines.

 

[ArlyA]

Has anyone here used a ventrac brush mower? if so, please tell us what you think.

 

[2manyrocks]

The lowest priced similar type machine seems to be the Power Trac PT425. https://www.power-trac.com/index_htm_files/tractorgasT8price081521.pdf $15,900 for the tractor plus another $1,850 for a front mount brush cutter. And there would be shipping cost.

Moss Road has owned a PT425 for years and has posted quite a bit about his experience.

 

[ArlyA]

plus another $1,850 for a front mount brush cutter. And there would be shipping cost.

Are you certain on that mowers price?
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HQ682 Tough Cut Brush Mower - Ventrac​

ventrac.com

HQ682 Tough Cut Brush Mower
The HQ682 Tough Cut Mower is the mower of choice for mowing high grass, thick weeds, and heavy brush. A large baffled front opening assists in directing ...
Number of Blades: 3
Blade Type: 5⁄16x21⁄2x 23 in
Cutting Width: 68 in
Deck Construction: Multi-Gauge 5/16 inch (7.9 ...
$5,075.00

 

[2manyrocks]

$15,900 is the current list price for the Power Trac PT425 which is much less than a new Steiner or a new Ventrac. I would consider the list price of a new PT as a reference point to evaluate before buying any used articulating tractor.

Generally, I personally suspect the problem with articulating tractors is that they have low sales volumes and therefore their prices are higher than what you'd pay for a small 25 hp diesel tractor that sells in higher volumes.