3120 or 3032E ??

[dkostiha]

I have found two tractors that are very similair and the price is only $500 for the 3120. They are both still under warranty wiith between 250-300 hours on each. They are both 4wd, R4 tires, hydro trans with FEL loaders. The 3120 has a 300X loader and the 3032E has a 305 loader. I am not what the lifting capacties of these two FELs. I have read the Tractordata specs for both rigs. The 3120 is about 800 lbs heavier and the 3 point will lift 1200 lbs more.

I will use the rig to pull a 5' shredder, 5' box blade and do some dirt work with the FEL.

What else should I be comparing ? What are the pros and cons of these two rigs ?

 

[jenkinsph]

If it were me I would go for the 3120 assuming they are in equal condition. I don't have any experience with either tractor but some one will chime in.

If you compare the two tractors doesn't the 3120 have the 3 range ehydro while the 3032E has the 2 range hydro? The 3120 has left and right individual brakes whereas the 3032E has a single brake? That is enough for me to pick the 3120.

 

[foggy1111]

Both the loader and 3 point lift capacities are significantly better on the 20 series. More weight. Better (HD) 3 point set up (rigid vs chains). 3 RANGE HYDRO. Heavier front axel. More electronic controls of tranny - cruise and load match etc. Bigger tires. Better Seat. Better Gauges. More room on platform. Brakes. Removable loader. Heavier duty loader and bucket? More hydraulic options.

To me, you get a lot more bang for your (similar) buck with the 20 series. :thumbsup:

You do have a little less power with the 3120 tho. They have recently deleted this model as the 3320 was just a few bux more. Still.....I don't think you would be underpowered with 5 foot implements.

 

[JD755]

Better (HD) 3 point set up (rigid vs chains).

Chains? Are you talking about the lift arms, or just normal sway chains.

 

[foggy1111]

Chains? Are you talking about the lift arms, or just normal sway chains.

Not positive on this....but I think the 3032 has sway chains vs the 3120 which has telescoping stabilizer bars. And....I believe the 3 point lift hardware is more HD on the 20 series IIRC.

 

[JD755]

The 3120 does have higher 3PH capacity. That would be expected since it is a larger tractor than the 3032E and weighs about a thousand pounds more. Nothing to do with the sway chains or bars though. Really no difference in capacity, strength, or durability with either style sway control that I am aware of.

dkostiha - While the 3032E is a good tractor, for a similar price I also would go for the 3120 for the reasons already mentioned.

 

[foggy1111]

The 3120 does have higher 3PH capacity. That would be expected since it is a larger tractor than the 3032E and weighs about a thousand pounds more. Nothing to do with the sway chains or bars though. Really no difference in capacity, strength, or durability with either style sway control that I am aware of.

OK....so I went to the JD site and had to have a look....since your taking me to task. The 3032 does have chains and turnbuckles....similar to my old 790. The 3320 has the telescoping sway control...which is said to be better. The 3320 also includes a drawbar....which is a good thing for heavy pulls.

I had some issues with my sway control on my 790....I had some stretch issues and some break issues. May have just been luck....but I'm hoping my 3320 has a better set-up.

 

[JD755]

Knowledge from first hand experience like you had is always best. Like I said, I knew of no problems with chains, that I am aware of. Guess I am aware of one now.

 

[dkostiha]

Ok, I think I am going with the 3120. Does anyone know the lifting capacity of the 330X and how does it compare to the 300CX ?

 

[JDGreenGrass]

Ok, I think I am going with the 3120. Does anyone know the lifting capacity of the 330X and how does it compare to the 300CX ?

I think the 300cx is quick attach...quick detach.

I think the 300x is not.

Look into it further as I am not 100% certain I am correct.

How much pto power on the 3120.??

 

[JDGreenGrass]

Ok, I think I am going with the 3120. Does anyone know the lifting capacity of the 330X and how does it compare to the 300CX ?

I just did a little digging and apparently both loaders are Quick-Park.

Quick on. Quick off.

Still, this info could stand corrected.

 

[dkostiha]

Thx !!

 

[OzGrasshopper]

Hi Dk, i've had a 3120 e hydro since Sept 2007 now got 820 hrs on clock - it's worked in a farm situation, its a very good tractor - comfortable, excellent vision when working. problems i've encountered...worst is that there is a plate on the very bottom of the front 4wd axle assembly. we've had rocks & logs come under the bucket & dent the plate 4 times in 3 years - hydo/oil fluid leaks out - the damned things r on the lowest part of the tractor & just not heavily enough material IMO- u have to be careful on that issue. steering adjustment slips sometimes - don't pull urself up one it if ur overweight like me have had the pedal sensor re-set on hydro ay 775 hrs - not a big job. other than that i'm very happy. i had a MF165 2 wd tractor that was 40 years old, spent nothing on it, but a lots changed and the 3120 with 4wd does all the old MF did & more.
re loader - one thing u have to watch is that the loader is stronger than the standard walled tyres that came on the unit. there r 2 3120 in our district, we both find when using the bucket we have to put lot of air in front tyres, then let some out when back to paddock work - both of us have blisters on the side walls of front tyres!!!! both of us have adopted the idea that we will let the tyre collapse & then replace with a thicker walled tyre at that time. i thought it was just me, was relieved when other owner had same issue. all that aside i find its a very good machine - it won't last out like MF165 did - not as heavy built, but neither will i - 10 years will see me off tractors anyways & each year i do less. if ur not going to do 1,000hrs a year i think u'll be happy. cant help more than that. cheers OzGH

 

[dkostiha]

I bought the 3120 today. It is my first hydro, I have had shuttle shift and geared trans in the past. I was please with the loader and how it handled overall. No looking back now. Thx to all !

 

[CinderSchnauzer]

Congratulations. I think you'll be very pleased with your new machine.

On top of the FEL mast there is a 5/16" hole that does not seem to serve any purpose. Went to the local auto store and purchased two 5" convex mirrors that mount with a 3/8" threaded stud. Slipped a short piece of 3/8 ID clear tubing over the stud and inserted into 5/16" hole.

Presto - two adjustable rear view mirrors that so far don't seem to be stuck in the way.

 

[JDGreenGrass]

I bought the 3120 today. It is my first hydro, I have had shuttle shift and geared trans in the past. I was please with the loader and how it handled overall. No looking back now. Thx to all !

I'd like to see a picture of that tractor.:thumbsup:

Best of luck with the operation of your new machine.

 

[jenkinsph]

Good deal, for the extra $500 I think you made the better choice. WE WANT PICS>

 

[USNative]

Yes, pics please and congrats to you on your new 3120 ! :thumbsup: