New Holland TC30 4.70 star(s) (41)

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New Holland TC30 Discussions (160)

Here are the most recent TC30 topics from our community.
  1. M

    New TC30 pics

    Here is a picture of my new TC30. The canopy is from Westendorf. It seems pretty sturdy, It adjusts about 6-8" from to back. Time will tell if it is a good one. It looks pretty darn good...Tooth...
  2. DAP

    NH TC30 Owners:

    How many TC30 owners/users we have lurkin 'round here? This tractor has piqued my interest. I know mrwrum's got one ... anyone else? This unit seems to stand alone where the big 3 are...
  3. R

    JD 3203 vs. New Holland TC30 vs. Kubota L3400

    I'm looking at a small 30hp tractor with front end load, box blad and brush hog. I am going with 4wd and have did comparisons and read different reviews. Now it is time to ask for opinions of...
  4. Elviscaretaker

    07 TC30 hydro leak

    Hey, I'm new here and want to say hello in advance. I just bought a 2007 TC 30 HS with FEL and BH. 318 hours on it and while I looked for any signs of leaks in the snow below it before I bought...
  5. P

    Purchase TC30 vs TC29D (or used TC35

    Good Day from Ontario, Canada. My wife and I are in the process of pricing NH TCs for our 13 acre hobby farm. We have 2 horses, 3 acres of paddock, 3 acres of lawn and about 8 acres of wood in...
  6. C

    What Kubota compares to the NH TC30?

    I am still learning the terminology of tractors and still have not figured out how to compare apples to apples and not to oranges. Kubota and NH are both within 20 minutes of me and are full...
  7. jack32008

    Woods TSG50 stump grinder on a NH TC30

    I have a 2003 NH TC30 and debating the purchase of a Woods TSG50 stump grinder or a dedicated grinder (Vermeer SC252) to clear 6+ acres of level, rock-free land on the Suwannee River. My local...
  8. Gumby6

    TC30 HST -vs- Farmtrac 300DTC

    I am in the market for a utility machine. Accessories will include FEL w quick change and extra hydraulics, Grapple,Box Blade, Post Hole Auger, Forks, and a detachable Backhoe for the 3pt. My...
  9. henryjacobjosh

    Just got my NEW TC30 / R4's ???

    Just got my NEW TC30 / R4\'s ??? Hello, Just had to write and say its official. I've traded my 1210 in and got that NEW tractor I've always wanted. I think its great. A TC30 HST with a 7308 FEL...
  10. H

    Comparison JD2320 versus NH TC30

    I am looking at purchasing a compact utility tractor. Have looked at the JD2320 and the New Holland TC30 - price comparison is about $1000 difference between the two. The NH TC30 is manual...
  11. Hosskix

    JD 790 vs. NH TC30

    My local dealer quoted a 790 with a FEL and boxblade for ~15000. I found a dealer about 4 hrs from me with a TC30 and FEL for the same price. I'm kinda torn between the 2. Part of me says "Go...
  12. G

    TC30 vs TC29 or TC33

    I need some help on this subject. I have a 9N with a 5' bush hog that I use to mow my 10 acre field once a month. I want to buy a new tractor with about the same dimensions as the 9N so it can fit...
  13. B

    Deciding between Kubota B7800 or L2800 and New Holland TC30

    About 12 acres of a 12 degree slope, general use and would also need a backhoe, auger, tiller. TC30 price was 14,999 for tractor with loader which seems a lot less expensive than the B7800 hsd-f...
  14. R

    New Holland TC30 hydraulics are driving me nuts

    I have done everything i can and it still doesn't work properly.I have bought 2 control valves,had bucket cylinders rebuilt twice.The bucket works but not with a lot of power,boom goes up but i...
  15. J

    NH TC30 Stalls When removing Parking Brake or taking it out of Neutral

    I have, what appears to be, a common issue. However, following all other's previous recommended fixes, I still have my issue. Background: I have a 2004 New Holland TC30. HST. Starts and runs...
  16. S

    Traded out NH TC30; new Kubota L3400

    Recently I traded my 5+ year old New Holland TC30 for a Kubota L3400. The two tractors fill the same market niche. Both are quality machines; neither is clearly superior. Some readers may...
  17. riversedge

    NH TC30 Hydraulic Remotes

    Hello All, I've been reading and learning for awhile and as a first post have a question. I've operated heavy equipment all my life but never had much experience in rigging hydraulics. I have...
  18. jack32008

    New Owner - 2003 NH TC30 w/HST, 4x4

    After reading MANY posts on this forum, I recently purchased my first tractor... a 2003 NH TC30, HST, 4x4 w/ R4 tires (no FEL as I also own a skid steer), with a 914A mid-deck direct drive PTO...
  19. J

    NH TC30 electrically dead

    After bush hogging the field, brought the tractor up to top it off with fuel. Shut it down, put fuel in, and now nothing. I mean nothing. No lights, no cylinder warm up, absolutely nothing...
  20. T

    NH TC30 - Downloadable Owner/operator manual?

    I just bought my first tractor - got a 2004 TC30 with the hydostatic - 7308 loader, a 6 ft tiller for $9,900... which seems to be a good deal. The only thing is it has a lot of hours - about...
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User Reviews (41)

Read what TractorByNet members think about the New Holland TC30 Subcompact Tractor
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5.00 star(s)
Maurice K

TC30 New Holland
Paid For itself
Model Year: 1996

I bought the tractor to mow 5 acres of land. I also bought a front loader with it. I use the loader almost as much as I use the mower.

Pros: Plenty of power when I need it
Cons: None

4.00 star(s)
ldbb

TC30 New Holland
TC30 4WD Stick Model
Model Year: 2002

I only purchased it to do landscaping, bush hogging, under belly mowing, snow removal in tight places, pull a New Idea 217 manure spreader, and loader work colored mulch. It has fit my bill very well for 30 HP and that is why I got a stick instead of anything else.

Pros: I cannot complain about this tractor. It was money well spent.
Cons: I do wish that I would have ordered remotes when I did order it.

5.00 star(s)
crankb8

TC30 New Holland
My New Holland TC30
Model Year: 2006

I love everything about this New Holland. I bought a NorTrac two months before the New Holland and it broke every single time I used it. I was so mad after the 4 wheel drive went out, I went to the New Holland dealer and traded it that day. Could not be happier with my decision. Other than me ripping of the hydraulic filter on a stump in the woods, it has never failed me!

Pros: Compact, easily maneuvered, sturdy frame
Cons: Wish it had a larger bucket capacity

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5.00 star(s)
gdunc

TC30 New Holland
TC 30 4WD Serves Me Well
Model Year: 2001

It has held up to unintentional abuse on my part. I have front end loader, pallet forks, rear finish mower, cultivator, plow, and box scrape. I have used it to clear woods, make trails, a garden, keep field mowed for the past 10 years. For its size, it has performed great.

Pros: Dependable, easy to maintain.
Cons: Non-collapsible roll bar, won't go into garage.

4.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

TC30 New Holland
TC30
Model Year: 2003

Other than cold weather problems with the hydraulics has been a good little tractor.

Pros: Value for money.
Cons: Hydraulics.

5.00 star(s)
highjinks

TC30 New Holland
TC-30
Model Year: 2001

Bought this tractor new to use on several pieces of property, road repair, snow plowing, brush cutting, etc.

Pros: Strong, great features, great price.
Cons: No fold-able ROPS.

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5.00 star(s)
blue man

TC30 New Holland
1000 Hour Review
Model Year: 2002

After using his tractor for the past decade, I couldn't be more pleased…It has performed well, and lived up to the claims of the manufacturer. It has been very dependable, with no breakdowns. Although I just replaced 2 small hydraulic lines that control the bucket. one line sprung a leak, and I decided to change the other one so they were the same line. I bought it new with industrial tires which have worked well. I bought it with a front end loader, and a brush bull. I would recommend this tractor to anyone looking for a subcompact tractor.

Pros: Very maneuverable, very comfortable seating, roomy layout.
Cons: Exhaust system had to be altered, exhaust would come back at driver.

4.00 star(s)
renrut28

TC30 New Holland
My TC30
Model Year: 2006

My first tractor owned, have experience operating others (mainly JD's) but that was quite a while ago. The New Holland TC30 is a perfect sized tool for my uses. I own just over 3 acres in Arizona and as I age have found the use of a tractor a boon. It seems to have plenty of power to tackle chores I have for it. Mainly leveling ground and handling drainage issues after monsoon rains, moving dirt and rock and stone, pulling dead smaller trees, just any chore one can think up. The tractor was purchased used with low hours on it, about 485. These appear to be actual hours as the wear on the tractor would indicate. However, the previous owner(s) appear to have deferred some maintenance and overall care. There were minor functional items requiring attention i.e., the top link and leveling arm turn buckles required either new arms or the removal(lengthy) of the arms due to corrosion, and/or re-tapping of the turn buckle itself. Overall greasing and fluid /filter changes and just general care a responsible owner would give. I have put about 10 hours on it and find its performance quite acceptable. For a smaller tractor it has plenty of power and is quite maneuverable. It has a FEL and Gannon box, which in my area are main purpose attachments. As required, I will acquire more and it appears the tractor can handle all of them. Would have been nice to have at least one set of remotes on the hydraulic system. However, research has indicated adding a set may not be that difficult. All in all a good tractor for small land owner use. The only real downside is, New Holland thinks their replacement parts are made of unobtanium. At least that's the way they're priced. Many parts can be replaced off the shelf with ingenuity and research. However, many can't and you are at their mercy. Which they seem to not possess.

Pros: Power, size, maneuverability.
Cons: Cost of OEM parts.

5.00 star(s)
mm1234

TC30 New Holland
Love This Tractor So Far
Model Year: 2004

Bought TC30 used couple months ago. So far it's been great. It's a 2004 with 350 hrs. and no rust. Was barn kept by previous owner who I bought from. I also have it kept in barn. The tractor has been great. Only con is the lift arms rub the tires with and without implements. I put a bungy cord around the lift arms but have not figured out what to do when the Bush Hog is attached.

Pros: Everything.
Cons: Lift arms sway too much.

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5.00 star(s)
mm1234

TC30 New Holland
Great Tractor
Model Year: 2004

Great tractor. Easy on fuel. Mine came with a bush hog loader. Manual trans. Great machine.

Pros: Everything.
Cons: Lift arms sway a lot.

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5.00 star(s)
dustyweasel

TC30 New Holland
Overall a Great Machine
Model Year: 0

I bought my TC30 w/hoe for my own Moto track and to plow snow. When I moved to NY, I started a home improvement business. I've since hammered this thing senseless. I've had a couple of issues. 1- broken axle housing 2-bucket tilt hesitates 3- snapped side plate support for bucket. In fairness, the tilt down problem us the only one that's not my fault.

Pros: Size and power ratio.
Cons: Tilt down on bucket.

5.00 star(s)
Rascal12

TC30 New Holland
TC 30
Model Year: 2005

Very reliable and still have the original battery. One big flaw with the machine is the lack of skid plates below. I knocked out my hydraulic filter housing twice and my power steering hoses once due to sticks getting hung up below. If you don't mess around with sticks and logs, no big deal. Great fuel economy. Pulls a box blade well. I am getting a bigger machine because I simply need more loader capacity. The machine holds its value well.

Pros: Reliable, good fuel economy, holds its value.
Cons: No skid plate protection below the tractor.

5.00 star(s)
msknot

TC30 New Holland
Love My Tractor!
Model Year: 2003

I didn't know how to drive this tractor at all when my husband died. I've learned everything by doing, and often by doing it wrong a few times before I get it right. This is a sturdy, powerful, workhorse of a tractor. I use it with a front end loader for all kinds of things, and it hasn't let me down. I even service it myself, using the very clear instructions in the owner's manual.

Pros: Everything.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
Dewain

TC30 New Holland
TC-30
Model Year: 2007

I bought this tractor at Surry equipment in VA I love this tractor it has performed great.

Pros: It does what you need it to do.
Cons: N/A.

5.00 star(s)
Reddernecked

TC30 New Holland
2007 TC 30 3 by 9 Gears
Model Year: 2007

Absolutely love this compact tractor. It's incredible.

Pros: Dependable, easy to operate, looks good.
Cons: I don't have any bad things to say about this tractor.

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4.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

TC30 New Holland
TC30
Model Year: 2004

This is my first compact tractor and I'm very happy with it so far. I own band saw mill and was looking for a bigger tractor but came across this unit at a very good deal that I couldn't pass it up. So far it has performed well grading my driveway, mowing the yard, removing stumps, hauling brush and moving logs and slabs.

Pros: Good power and small footprint. Easy on fuel.
Cons: 3x9 trans for loader work.

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5.00 star(s)
Doc Smith

TC30 New Holland
New Holland TC30
Model Year: 2006

I love my little TC30. It has been a great tractor and its performance has been fabulous. I got it with the front end loader, arena harrow, box blade, post-hole digger, field mower and recently purchased a back blade. My only regret is not getting the back hoe attachment at the time. We have a small horse farm and this little guy is more than up to the task. My neighbors all have 5 acres as well and they are often amazed at what this thing can do.

Pros: Hydro-static transmission is excellent feature. Engine strong and reliable. 4-wheel drive is extremely useful.
Cons: Seat is not the most comfortable. I am not tall, but space is a bit lacking making you sit very upright which is not very comfortable for long extended mowing periods.

4.00 star(s)
Blanewas

TC30 New Holland
Solid Tractor
Model Year: 2004

I purchased this tractor mostly for snow removal, but it has performed beautifully for excavation work and site leveling for building projects as well. I have been pleased with its performance so far. A couple of dislikes: I have the hydro static drive and no cruise control. This should be standard equipment with hydro. Also, I have separate braking control, but with hydro, you would have to have another right leg to actually use! Whoever designed this was not thinking right that day. The only issue I have had is (I think anyway) the neutral safety switch that does not allow it to be started in gear seems to be malfunctioning occasionally. Now and again, it won't start unless I wiggle the gear range selector a little until it will start. I will probably use it for logging purposes as time goes. It has done everything I have asked of it to now.

Pros: Powerful and easy to operate.
Cons: Needs cruise control and left side braking.

4.00 star(s)
Roar

TC30 New Holland
Used TC30
Model Year: 2007

Bought a foreclosed home on 20 acres and decided to do a little logging and clean up in the woods. Was close to getting blocked in, so went and rented a tractor for a day. Could see that that would happen again and didn't want to keep on renting, so we bought a NH TC30 on Ebay. It is a 2007 hydro static drive 4x4, and it had 139 hours on it. It came with a NH 7308 FEL and did a fine job of skidding logs down to the road. Later we bought a used brush hog and a rake, and for winter we mounted a NH 716D 63" front snow blower. The tractor seems to be a little under powered for a 63" blower, as I have to slow way down if there is any significant amount of snow, but the biggest problem are the R4 tires the tractor came with. They are very poor for snow and ice. Traction is marginal, and the front steers very poorly. Presently looking into a set of chains. The local dealer has been very helpful. Bought the used snow blower there.

Pros: Handy size. Good on fuel.
Cons: R4 tired poor for winter. Missing rear hydraulic hook in.

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

TC30 New Holland
My Work Horse - TC30
Model Year: 2006

Back in 2006, when my antique Allis-Chalmers, model C's, (see Allis-Chalmers, model C review), had an unexplained engine jam, I needed a replacement tractor to maintain my 10 acres. I opted for the New Holland, TC30, 4-wheel drive with hydro static transmission. Since my upcoming chores included a sprinkler system installation, a pond dig, a driveway fill, a house addition foundation dig, and of course the never ending weed control, I chose a tractor with a front end loader, a backhoe, a 3 point hitch and 540 rpm rear PTO. Although I could have gotten away with a smaller mid to low, 20's hp rated tractor, I chose the 30 hp since my property has a 30 foot high hill with up to 20% slopes that I have to keep mowed. I have a number of 3-point tools. Besides my 4-foot rotary cutter that I use regularly: a spring tooth cultivator, a rear dozer blade, a box scraper, a post hole digger and a sickle bar mower. I also have a couple pull-behind tools, a drag harrow and an 8-foot disk. All functions of the tractor have performed well. I have had no mechanical issues with the tractor.

Pros: Adequate power, good 4 wheel drive, easy to use hydro-static transmission, power steering.
Cons: 1. Putting on or removing the backhoe take practice and patience. Since I chose to perform this function only a few times a year the required skills fade between change overs and must be relearned each time. 2. The tractor seat covering started tearing after about 3 years and keeps getting worse but still fully functional.

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