Price Check 2810 pricing

[mustelid]

i've seen $14,500 listed multiple places for the 2810 with a loader. i've also seen prices on ebay and dealer pages for new holland TC30/29 for $13,500 new. so what are people actually paying for branson.....it has to be cheaper than NH...right?

 

[DavesTractor]

A TC29 weighs about 2300lbs, a 2810 weighs about 3400lbs. Both weights are approximate and do not include the loader. You are comparing two different classes of tractors. Same goes when comparing a B series Kubota to a Branson.

I'll admit that not all applications need the additional size and weight, but unless you are using the tractor mostly for finish mowing, more weight is usually a good thing.

 

[DavesTractor]

....and I almost forgot.... /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

Welcome to TBN!

 

[mustelid]

glad to be a member /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

i admitt you could argue back and forth about the pros and cons of 2810 vs TC30.....like NH proven track record and dealer network /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

......but what i'm really curious about is whether people are actually paying or paying close to $14,500 for the 2810. how much wiggle room is out there?

 

[phirman]

I bought a Branson 3510 package that included a loader, Branson 5-ft rotary cutter, Lowery 5-ft box blade, and a 16 ft
trailer with brakes on 1 axle for $14300. I could have gotten a 2810 for $700 less. This was back in January during the "slow season". Probably couldn't match that price right now.
Ken.

 

[DavesTractor]

Current list price on a 2810 with a BL10 loader is $17,740. List price isn't realistic, normally they are much less.

In December 02 there were deep dealer discounts to encourage dealers to keep purchasing during what are slow months to some dealers. As those tractors arrived in January we saw some really cheap prices by some dealers. Since then the discounts are long gone and the dealer prices have gone up some.

I don't post prices in this forum as it isn't the place to do it. It is best to check with your local dealer. I always encourage people to purchase locally.

Just keep in mind that these are not second rate tractors in any way. The name is relatively new and the dealer network is young, but the tractors are fantastic. When compared with similar tractors (look at size and weight, not just HP) we normally see a big price differential.

 

[Golfgar4]

Hi Dave, /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

I was wondering if Century/Branson has any models that offer a mid-pto, or if that will be an option offered some time in the future?

The lack of a mid-pto has always kept me from seriously considering these tractors because I absolutely believe that I will need that option when I get my tractor. But to be perfectly honest, I'm really taking a hard look now because of the value I'm seeing. I suppose I would be able to get by without a mid-pto, but I think it would be difficult.

I would think as popular as the mid-pto seems to be, C/B would be considering making it at least an option. Is there some really good reason they might not be?

 

[Pacesetter300]

Golfgar, What do you intend to use the mid PTO for? When you get up in size with tractors, they are either optional or not available. On JD the 4210 and larger it is an option. Kubota Grand L 3130 and up an option. Not sure on NH, but I remember it is not available on the TC45. I don't miss it on my 3045. I would only use it for a front snowblower. The trouble of changing around FEL to snowblower and back plus the expense make them not popular around here.
Pacesetter

 

[Golfgar4]

Hi Russell! /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Well, one of my plans was to have a front snowblower and a 3 pt salt spreader so I could salt/sand after clearing the pavement, etc. I also expect that I would be using a front mount power broom.

I have to admit that I've been considering these things as I keep searching. And I do agree that changing from the FEL to the snowblower would be a pain, but I accept that as part of the job. As long as I have a decent place (read heated shop! /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif) to change it in, I guess I could live with that.

Do you feel that your FEL does an equally good job as compared to a snowblower? Wouldn't it take longer to clear an area with a FEL? Or are you using a 4-in-1 bucket that you can open like a dozer blade and push the snow that way?

I guess I thought that C/B might be considering offering mid pto's so that could compete a little more with the others that have them. /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

I think I'll have a better feel about it once I've been able to test drive one and get some pricing comparisons in our area.

The search continues!! /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[DavesTractor]

It appears we won't see a mid-PTO on the 10 or 20 series, but the smaller tractor that is now in developement will have an optional mid-PTO.

I can't comment anymore on the above referenced smaller tractor, because details are few and uncertain until it is ready for production. I only know that it is in the works.

 

[lamarbur]

104 inches of snow last year, ( which use to be the yearly avg here) in the mnts of Ct, anyway, 1600 ft driveway and I use a FEL.. It is quick, much quicker than a snow blower and as long as you have places along the way to pile the snow. I don't see a problem. For me the blower would be a big waste in dollars for nothing. I have a 72" FEL on my tractor.

 

[Pacesetter300]

In Maine, most people, even those with tractors, have an old plow truck that won't pass inspection for clearing their driveway. I use an old rusty Ramcharger that has a cab and HEAT!! Once the storm is over, I will use the 3045's FEL to clean things up.

The problem with these darn things is that NONE are good at everything. Only you can determine your needs, priorities and what it's worth for you to satisfy them. A BX22 is an excellent grass machine. It won't hold a candle to my Century for heavy FEL work and I seriously doubt if my Century will do as good a job as the BX cutting grass no matter what I stick on the back. I have to be careful already on the lawn with five thousand pounds on the R4's.

If I were you, I whoud have a Red, Orange, Blue dealer do a demo taking off and on the FEL and snowblower. Then YOU determine the amount of work involved and if it's worth it!
Pacesetter

 

[Golfgar4]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( If I were you, I whoud have a Red, Orange, Blue dealer do a demo taking off and on the FEL and snowblower. )</font>

Excellent idea! I'll make sure to discuss this with them when I make next visits! Of course, I haven't seen too many snowblowers sitting around lately! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

The thing about my plan is that I won't necessarily just be using it for my own use. I expect I'll be doing some hiring out, do my churches parking lots, etc. I will be having a dumptruck with a plow that I'll be using to tow the tractor, but I figured having two machines for snow removal could be useful, especially on larger jobs.

 

[stnickstoys]

Golfgar,
What about hydraulic drive for the snowblower? Much easier to run two or four hoses forward than having a mechanical driveline! I would assume much more flexible as well. I understand why you would want a snowblower as I live further north than you and occasionally think a blower would be cool. But lately, I too think that a front mounted blower would be more bother and expense than its worth. I too bought an old GMC with a plow, warm, radio, coffee holder and no snow in my lap! Consider the hydraulic drive, if they can make ditch mowers that are entirely hydraulic they must build a snowblower that can run on hydraulics. Skid loaders have them! Then one of those sweet Century tractors would do you just fine!
Enjoy the hunt!
Nick

 

[Golfgar4]

Hey Nick!

Maybe you've got something there! /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

I hadn't thought about hydraulic. I did plan on having a skid steer type quick attach on my loader, regardless of the brand of tractor, just for this very reason. I figured that there would be a great deal of versatility with that kind of set up.

That would definitely solve the problem! /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

You may have just helped Century move up a notch or two on my list!! /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

Thanks.

 

[stnickstoys]

Every once in a while I come up with something good, no matter what my wife says! Any questions on Century give me a yell
Nick

 

[Dave71]

I recently contacted Branson in GA to ask them if they were going to offer a Mid-Mount PTO on either the 2810 or the 3510. They replied: "We will not be offering a mid-mount PTO on these tractors however, we are currently designing a smaller tractor with this option."

Just letting you know what they told me. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[EFC]

We did what Nick was talking about a year ago. It is the easiest way to go but in no way cheap. You will have some big $$ into it when your done. If you would like to know how we did it I would be glad to talk with you 509-521-1507