3320 vs 4005 Longevity

[Rob-D]

If you're worried about the electronics on a tractor don't buy a car made in the last ten years, they are heavily controlled with electronics, mini-computers and microcontrollers.
The Hydro is nothing less than a joy to use and the 3320 loader has more capacity then the 4005/990.
I like the engine on the 990 more but would i trade my 3320 for my friends 990? Never, the difference is night and day, especially if you're doing loader work ,mowing or plowing snow.
By the way today's microcontrollers have a MTBF (mean time between failures) of 100 years. When is the last time you heard someone say the electronics on their hydro went bad? I've never heard a peep and you can bet the last thing Deere wants is an electronics recall!

Rob

ps:
I'll bet the clutch on a geared box will die long before a hydro ever fails.

 

[bill in ny]

i just bought a 4005 also. i'm waiting for the rear hydraulic service to be installed before delievery. you can shift on the go with this tractor. you need to stop to change ranges or for reverse. i bought mine to run the hay rake and tedder. hopefully i will save some money on diesel.

 

[foggy1111]

I had a gear shift tranny in my old 790. Since owning the 3320 I NEVER swear at the shifing anymore when working with my loader! Sweet. :thumbsup:

I used to get so upset at grinding gears, clutching and throwing a lever.....then not being able to stop where wanted on a sidehill....yadda yadda (yes I realize that a power-shift is better). Anyway....directional changes and precision loader / grapple work are now a non-event. :thumbsup: And I dont swear at my tranny anymore.

 

[Ursa Major]

Well Foggy, the only downside I see is that your "cuss jar" will take much longer to fill up with money so its good that you like this new tractor cause your next one may be a long way off!