Tire Selection R4 vs Turf

k0ua · Oct 19, 2014

The turfs should ride a bit better as they have softer thinner sidewalls. They will do better in snow than the R4's also. The R4's are superior for loader work as the sidewalls are stiffer. There is not one tire that does everything best.. just ain't so such thing.

devildog1 · Oct 19, 2014

Wow that's a long driveway for a sub-compact tractor to plow. Your location seems to be in an area where you get a heavy snowfall? Maybe a snow blower would be a better choice?
DevilDog

Buckeye JD said:
We have looked at the JD x758 and 1023e. We are getting ready to buy a JD 1023E with mid mower and snow plow for the front but can't decide on tires. We are leaning on going with the 1023 because we feel we have more options down the road for other implements. My wife did feel like the 758 was a smoother ride compared to the 1023. Our questions are, would the turf tires on the 1023 provide a significantly smoother ride? Also, would the turf tires provide enough traction for plowing snow? We have a 500+ foot drive, with a grade. Thanks!

ruffdog · Oct 19, 2014

devildog1 said:
Wow that's a long driveway for a sub-compact tractor to plow. Your location seems to be in an area where you get a heavy snowfall? Maybe a snow blower would be a better choice?
DevilDog

My dad just bought a x749 with a plow to plow his drive of 500+ft. also. The worst of the snow had to be blown against the wind and a truck was too big to maneuver around. I hope this works as they are getting up in age.

Buckeye JD · Oct 19, 2014

We usually don't get heavy snowfalls like the Cleveland area but occasionally do get dumped on with 10-12 inches. I do have a JD 4310 I haVe used to clear the drive with a rear blade? JD is running a $1500 rebate if you get two implements. I really have no use for any other implements and though the from blade would be nice with the hydraulic angling instead of using the rear blade. I will still keep the 4310 so I can use it for heavy snow. The 1023 will be used primarily for mowing. Thanks for. The feedback.

devildog1 said:
Wow that's a long driveway for a sub-compact tractor to plow. Your location seems to be in an area where you get a heavy snowfall? Maybe a snow blower would be a better choice?
DevilDog