Recent content by matt777

Very helpful discussion @D&D, @rScotty At this point I'm probably going to "know it when I see it", after all this useful advice. And I might as well introduce myself to the local shops. At least I have a good idea what I'm looking for so it's worth taking my contact info. The Phillipston...

Thanks @D&D for the summary. This is what I have narrowed it down to as well. If I expect to spend 5-10k on upgrades, looking for a used machine, what would you suggest I aim to spend for the equipment? @rScotty suggests 50% of new, and find a seller by networking, not public listings. New, a...

Very helpful @jenkinsph This is how I'm thinking about it. Looking for used in an area near me with an open mind. The biggest decision is between the M62 size and the larger dedicated backhoes. (There is some ambiguity in how they are referred to, but no ambiguity about size, power, and whether...

Hi @rScotty this is a very helpful response. From the photos, your property is similar to mine, I have a mix of pines and live oaks, with a similar amount of rocks and hills. I'm thinking the only reason I would go for a JD 110/Kubota M59/M62 is if I needed a 3PH mower. But for now I could put...

@D&D the Kubota M59/M62 is a great suggestion. For the M62: 8924 lbs, 63 hp, 31 GPM with PTO and 3PH (so clearly the backhoe is removable). This would probably meet all of my needs if I could find a used one in the 3000 hour range. RE the JCB skid steers, the 300/300T is in the right range with...

Thanks for the pointers. Regarding telehandlers, the Bobcat TL519 weighs 9898 lbs with 74 hp and 21 aux GPM, so it's in the sweet spot. It seems like the shift to "ground engaging" telehandlers is somewhat recent, so I might be priced out of the used market, but I will keep looking. Regarding...

Hi Everyone, I recently bought a 50+ acre property in central California and I'm looking for a single piece of equipment that will handle most of what I need. The land is rolling hills, rocky, loosely covered with scrub oaks and pines, with some areas grassy. I'd like to build roads, trails...