smalltown
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VTtractorguy my 2520 has not arrived yet so I can't take a "live" measurement, however the brochure in my hand states 2520 height 89.7".
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2520 appropriate size tractor?
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VTtractorguy
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Great! Thanks Smalltown. I should be all set.
Rogator
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- 2010 John Deere 2520, John Deere 185, John Deere 155
I just measured my 2520 and it's 90.75 inches.
North Country
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I'll go against the grain and say that for 50% mowing and snowblowing to be added later, you will do well with the 2305. The cost savings will pay for the snowblower and cab right away.
If you're rebuilding the stone wall with stone that's not near the wall, you'll need the FEL. If the stone is in the area and needs to be placed, a backhoe with thumb is the way to go. That's another vote for the 2305 - the backhoe and MMM don't interfere with each other.
I have 10.5 acres, about 1.5 is steep hilly lawn. The 2305 is a better choice than the 2520 for stability reasons, maneuverability, and cost. I move large stones with it all the time (the 2305 and the 2520 have the same loader.) You're welcome to come by and try my 2305 in VT, but you mention you're 10mins from NH and I can see lake Champlain from my house...
If you're rebuilding the stone wall with stone that's not near the wall, you'll need the FEL. If the stone is in the area and needs to be placed, a backhoe with thumb is the way to go. That's another vote for the 2305 - the backhoe and MMM don't interfere with each other.
I have 10.5 acres, about 1.5 is steep hilly lawn. The 2305 is a better choice than the 2520 for stability reasons, maneuverability, and cost. I move large stones with it all the time (the 2305 and the 2520 have the same loader.) You're welcome to come by and try my 2305 in VT, but you mention you're 10mins from NH and I can see lake Champlain from my house...
jenkinsph
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VTtractorguy,
That is a very nice looking place you have.:thumbsup:
I agree that a 2520 would be a good choice if you need a fel on the next tractor. Other than that an X748 would be great for mowing and blowing snow. I like the X748/7499 because the single range hydrostatic is setup to be optimum for mowing speeds. The 2520 with the two range hydro felt like it was too slow in low and too fast in high
The 2520 does have the advantage of offering a wider mower and better utilitarian features. The pricing for the next week or so is very good too.
I have been very satisfied with my choice of the X749 for mowing and tight quarters work and the compact tractors for the rest of the jobs.
That is a very nice looking place you have.:thumbsup:
I agree that a 2520 would be a good choice if you need a fel on the next tractor. Other than that an X748 would be great for mowing and blowing snow. I like the X748/7499 because the single range hydrostatic is setup to be optimum for mowing speeds. The 2520 with the two range hydro felt like it was too slow in low and too fast in high
The 2520 does have the advantage of offering a wider mower and better utilitarian features. The pricing for the next week or so is very good too.
I have been very satisfied with my choice of the X749 for mowing and tight quarters work and the compact tractors for the rest of the jobs.
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VTtractorguy
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Hi North Country. Thanks for your advice. Sounds like you are up near Burlington. I'm down in Quechee - a little over an hour from there. Thank you for the invite to see your tractor. I've come so close numerous times to buying a 2305. I wish they didn't stop making them. If I was to go with the 1026r, I'd be nervious with it being the first year of a new model. At any rate, if I'm up your way maybe I'll stop by.
Best,
Stewart
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VTtractorguy
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Thanks Rogator for measuring. Guess I'm in and out of my garage without folding the ROPS!
North Country
Gold Member
Yep, south of Burlington by about 15 minutes. I lived in Quechee & Taftsville back in the 90s, a few years before I owned any land.
You also might want to talk to Ensoll. He recently upgraded from a 2305 to a 2520 and he's happy, but I know he isn't thrilled with the way the 2520 treats his lawn. The 2305 is a light machine when everything but the MMM is off - if my boot doesn't make a print in the wet lawn, neither will the R4s.
I just did some road repair today fixing a slump & washout - we have over 1/4 mile of private road to maintain. The FEL and the boxblade made it go fast and I never felt like I needed "more power."
If you're keeping the x to mow, then the 2520 is a nice machine but you really might bust your budget. The 2305 is more of a "if you can only have one, which one do you have" kind of tractor.
Here's a used 2305 not too far away:
compact mower #2305
And here's the 200cx loader:
john deere 200cx loader
And the 47 snowblower to finish it all off:
47
That's a tractor, FEL, MMM, rake, plow & snowblower for about $14,000 (plus time driving.)
Compare that total to the 2520, not forgetting that you'll keep the x if you get the 2520. I don't know what your budget is, but I'm guessing it's at least a $5000 difference even with the $2500 credit.
Anyway, enjoy the decision! I'm sure you'll end up with what works for you.
You also might want to talk to Ensoll. He recently upgraded from a 2305 to a 2520 and he's happy, but I know he isn't thrilled with the way the 2520 treats his lawn. The 2305 is a light machine when everything but the MMM is off - if my boot doesn't make a print in the wet lawn, neither will the R4s.
I just did some road repair today fixing a slump & washout - we have over 1/4 mile of private road to maintain. The FEL and the boxblade made it go fast and I never felt like I needed "more power."
If you're keeping the x to mow, then the 2520 is a nice machine but you really might bust your budget. The 2305 is more of a "if you can only have one, which one do you have" kind of tractor.
Here's a used 2305 not too far away:
compact mower #2305
And here's the 200cx loader:
john deere 200cx loader
And the 47 snowblower to finish it all off:
47
That's a tractor, FEL, MMM, rake, plow & snowblower for about $14,000 (plus time driving.)
Compare that total to the 2520, not forgetting that you'll keep the x if you get the 2520. I don't know what your budget is, but I'm guessing it's at least a $5000 difference even with the $2500 credit.
Anyway, enjoy the decision! I'm sure you'll end up with what works for you.
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hink10
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I am waiting on my 2305, I had to go as small as possible for my use. You could most likely get by with the 2305, it's probably going to be a better mower which will be your primary task. If you can get by with taking care of the drive with it and it will accommodate your landscaping needs, may be a good fit. But other's know better, probably go bigger if you have the room to store it. I'm new at this game. I'm just thinking from all the research I've done on my purchase.
Don't feel bad about the taxes. I live in Illinois on 1.5 acres in a sub-division. Our lot was .75 acres, we bought the lot next to us for privacy so we're at 1.5 acres, grass & wooded. We paid almost $9k in property taxes before the additional lot, we'll be paying about $10.5 K this year! OUCH... that's more than our previous mortgage was including taxes and insurance!
Good luck on your purchase!
Steve
castiman
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I just sold my 2305 a couple of months ago and bought a 2520 for everything but mowing, bought a X530 for that, does a much better job then the 2305 did, much lighter and more manuerable. Think twice before getting rid of that X540 for mowing. If in doubt see if a dealer will deliver the tractor of your choice to try first.
