2210 vs. 2305

Rhondalacy · May 2, 2006

Tractorless newbie here. I'm considering several models including the baby Deeres. I looked at some specs that said the 2210 is wider than the 2305. That would seem to make it more stable on my moderately hilly terrain. I'll be mainly brush-hogging, landscaping and improving about a quarter-mile of gravel roads on 6.5 acres. Any thoughts among you Deere-ists on the 2210 vs the 2305. Is the newer model considered an improvement? I don't have price quotes yet so I don't know if the earlier model (2210) is less expensive. But without regard to price, does anyone have thoughts on one vs. the other?

JDFANATIC · May 2, 2006

Rhondalacy,

Welcome to the forum. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif The 2210 and 2305 are virtually the same tractors. Some feel that Deere did cheapen some aspects of the 2305, but the performance is basically the same. Either tractor will run a LX-4 brush hog (48"), but if you want to go bigger, you would be looking at larger tractors, which you might want to do, if nothing else for a frame of reference. The 2320 (due to be released next week) and the 2520 come to mind (also the 4110 and 4115 if there are any left). The sub-CUT's, with a box blade and/or landscape rake, will handle a gravel drive of that size. If you think a backhoe is in your future, only aftermarket units are available for the 2210/2305. Hydraulics are strong, but not as fast as their larger brothers. For moderately hilly terrain, I'd recommend loading the tires for added stability (wheel weights are good too), but using a brush hog on them also leads me to recommend looking at the larger tractors for full cat-1 3PH lift heights.

Why don't you test drive them all and get a feel for them?

johndeere_2210 · May 2, 2006

Like JDFANATIC said, the differences are small between the two and I think they are essentially identical in terms of capability. Now, if you are in the market and open to investigation, you can still find 4110 and 4115's on the market, closed out with the arrival of newer models, but these guys offer some advantages over the 2210/2305, specifically 3-point function and if that is going to be a high use attachment (bush hogging, gravel drives, etc.,) then I would step above the 2210/2305 and get position control value standard.

JDGREEN4ME · May 2, 2006

I agree with the others for the reasons stated. I believe I would consider the 4115 (if you can find one) or the new model 2520.

Gorbie · May 7, 2006

One of the big differences is the 2305 offers cruise control and the 2210 never did. If you have a lot of mowing to do, you'll be glad you got the cruise control. This feature seems to be overlooked most of the time during discussions, but you will be glad you have it. Cheers!

Rhondalacy · May 22, 2006

Hey Johndeere_2210, in your reply to a query of mine you suggested stepping up to "position control value standard." Is that something I would find in tractor specs? I'm now familiar with the 4115 (I rented one recently), and I liked it but would prefer something smaller and more agile, but yes, I would be using the rear pto a lot.

Rhondalacy · May 22, 2006

Hey Johndeere_2210, in your reply to a query of mine you suggested stepping up to "position control value standard." Is that something I would find in tractor specs? I'm now familiar with the 4115 (I rented one recently), and I liked it but would prefer something smaller and more agile, but yes, I would be using the rear pto a lot.

rockyridgefarm · May 22, 2006

Rhonda, one thing folks often find is that the machines look and feel too big at first. But, before you know it the seem to shrink. All of a sudden, it is too small, and many folks end up trading up. If at all possible, try and get to the CUT size - you will be glad you did.

rockyridgefarm · May 22, 2006

Rhonda, one thing folks often find is that the machines look and feel too big at first. But, before you know it the seem to shrink. All of a sudden, it is too small, and many folks end up trading up. If at all possible, try and get to the CUT size - you will be glad you did.

johndeere_2210 · May 22, 2006

Rhonda,

Position control will be available on the 2320 and is on the 2520. I'm very interested in the 2320 (size wise has my interest) as well as position control. I don't believe the 2320 will be grossly better than a 2305 or 2210, but rather, I view it as the first machine above the 2305 that gives more flexibility in position control of the three point and comes standard with the option to get a Deere backhoe.

Mickey

johndeere_2210 · May 22, 2006

Rhonda,

Position control will be available on the 2320 and is on the 2520. I'm very interested in the 2320 (size wise has my interest) as well as position control. I don't believe the 2320 will be grossly better than a 2305 or 2210, but rather, I view it as the first machine above the 2305 that gives more flexibility in position control of the three point and comes standard with the option to get a Deere backhoe.

Mickey

FortClatsop · May 22, 2006

I'm not going to resist the urge to chime in here. I've got 41 hours on my 2305. I'm very happy with it. It beats the heck out of not having a tractor. I can shoe horn it into a corner of my shed and I didn't have to sell the farm to afford it.

In my limited raking and box blading I think position control would be very advantagous. Also given what some people have said about the vulnerability of the hydro fan more ground clearance would be good too. And if money were not an issue for me a few more HPs would mean a bigger mower too. And the 2520 has faster FEL speed....

I'm not unhappy with what I have now. But now I have a better understanding of its limitations. If I had the money, and I had it to do again, and the 2320 were actually available I would look closely at the 2320 or a 2520. But that's probably just the Y chromosone talking.

FortClatsop · May 22, 2006

I'm not going to resist the urge to chime in here. I've got 41 hours on my 2305. I'm very happy with it. It beats the heck out of not having a tractor. I can shoe horn it into a corner of my shed and I didn't have to sell the farm to afford it.

In my limited raking and box blading I think position control would be very advantagous. Also given what some people have said about the vulnerability of the hydro fan more ground clearance would be good too. And if money were not an issue for me a few more HPs would mean a bigger mower too. And the 2520 has faster FEL speed....

I'm not unhappy with what I have now. But now I have a better understanding of its limitations. If I had the money, and I had it to do again, and the 2320 were actually available I would look closely at the 2320 or a 2520. But that's probably just the Y chromosone talking.

JDFANATIC · May 23, 2006

Its the Y chromosone that will push you up the scale until that 4720 is in your garage! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

JDFANATIC · May 23, 2006

Its the Y chromosone that will push you up the scale until that 4720 is in your garage! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

megotatractor · May 23, 2006

I had the opportunity to examine the 2210 and 2305 literally side by side and I must say I was not impressed with the 2305. The 2305 hood and side covers seem cheap and other than that diffences are minute. Some have complained about the rough ride of the 2210 and with over 200 hours on mine it seems the rubber springs under that seat get harder every season. 2305 has the same seat suspension I believe. So I am considering the purchase of a very heavy lawn roller. However two thumbs up for the versatility and reliabilty of the machine in general.

megotatractor · May 23, 2006

I had the opportunity to examine the 2210 and 2305 literally side by side and I must say I was not impressed with the 2305. The 2305 hood and side covers seem cheap and other than that diffences are minute. Some have complained about the rough ride of the 2210 and with over 200 hours on mine it seems the rubber springs under that seat get harder every season. 2305 has the same seat suspension I believe. So I am considering the purchase of a very heavy lawn roller. However two thumbs up for the versatility and reliabilty of the machine in general.

RRacing · May 23, 2006

Why don't you add the suspenision seat from the X series?

RRacing · May 23, 2006

Why don't you add the suspenision seat from the X series?

rockyridgefarm · May 24, 2006

<font color="green"> That would seem to make it more stable on my moderately hilly terrain. I'll be mainly brush-hogging, landscaping and improving about a quarter-mile of gravel roads on 6.5 acres. </font>

Again, with this application, I don't see a subCUT as the no brainer choice. They are fine machines, but I see her quickly outgrowing them and wishing for a 2520. My wife uses a 4310 which is sized as the 3x20's and it has already shrunk for her.

But I would rather suggest the safe route. If Rhonda gets the 2305 and loves it, that certainly is great. BUt it should be with the understanding that it is more limited...