2wd vs 4wd

[wango tango]

My 4720 is 2500 lbs. The 5325 should lift my drill ok. Like I said my 4720 does but squats. I only get a few inches or clearance.

 

[wango tango]

I assume a 2wd 5325 with R1s would have the same pulling ability as my 4720 with MFWD and R4’s. Thoughts? I’m just always worried that 2 wheel drive will not be enough but again this is only going to be used to drill and bushhog. Probably should not be in the fields if it’s that wet I guess. That’s my logic.

Thoughts?

 

[Hay Dude]

I assume a 2wd 5325 with R1s would have the same pulling ability as my 4720 with MFWD and R4’s. Thoughts? I’m just always worried that 2 wheel drive will not be enough but again this is only going to be used to drill and bushhog. Probably should not be in the fields if it’s that wet I guess. That’s my logic.

Thoughts?

I think youre probably over thinking this, but then again I dont know how either rig is weighted, tire condition, loader, etc. Pictures would really help. I think you have a sound plan, but remember, the weather wont always cooperate. Thats in Gods hands. If ground is slightly wet, you may still have to bush hog.....whats the bush hog property look like? Hilly? Damp? I mow hundreds of acres of conservancy meadows, which can be challenging even if it rained several days prior to mowing. Nice thing about 4WD is you wont have spinning tires if you must "go" shortly after rain.
Does the 5325 have real fresh deep rubber? Weights? That will make a difference.
My ground is too hilly for 2WD, so my decision is made for me.

 

[wango tango]

4720 has R4’s with time guard. Full cab and loader

The 5325 will be R1 with 400-800lbs on front via old school weights. No cab. No loader. The tires are good. Not new but good.

https://www.tractorhouse.com/listings/farm-equipment/for-sale/192096117/2008-john-deere-5325

 

[Hay Dude]

4720 has R4’s with time guard. Full cab and loader

The 5325 will be R1 with 400-800lbs on front via old school weights. No cab. No loader. The tires are good. Not new but good.

https://www.tractorhouse.com/listings/farm-equipment/for-sale/192096117/2008-john-deere-5325

And you’re hanging how much weight on the 3pt?

 

[wango tango]

About 2800-3100 I’d guess. Drill is 2500ish empty. Depending on seed load.

 

[Hay Dude]

About 2800-3100 I’d guess. Drill is 2500ish empty. Depending on seed load.

Well, I think you are going too small, but it’s easy for me to spend your money.
Tractor data says 3pt lift capacity 3375lbs at 24” Total tractor weight is only ~6,000lbs
Once full of seed, I think you’ll be at capacity.
If I were in your situation, I’d go to an older 80-100HP tractor with more frame and weight without hesitation. There’s a plethora of those tractors sitting around for sale.

 

[wango tango]

I appreciate your wisdom!

Found a 1978 allis chalmers 185 with 2k hours and a lot of replaced stuff for $7k. Bonus is it’s right by my farm!

I can’t find 3 pt lift capacity though....

 

[Hay Dude]

It’s not a heck of a lot more tractor than the 5325.
I’d keep looking

 

[wango tango]

Any models you’d think would be a good fit? Go ahead and spend my money. It’s ok.

I just don’t have much to spend!