4wd tractor vs 2wd

[tractorboy5500]

As for 2wd,or 4wd tractor. I will likely go with a 2wd tractor. I believe, I would be pretty content with that, but it is hard to tell what tomorrow brings.I could really go with a Belgian draft horse, but it would just take so much longer to plow, and get the land ready, and with work, it would just be hard to get done. If farming was all I did, then it probably would be a serious option.

At least the Belgian draft horse wont get stuck. :laughing:

 

[ShannonCole888]

They can get stuck in mud, but it probably isn't as common as a tractor might. Horses need care, and if it is managable probably might be the more feesable route. However a dependable feeding, and diet are essential. Horses have to have space to move around, and shelter. The thing that is a common burden is the annual vet bill. I don't know from experience, but what I understand it can be a hassel, and costly.

 

[zimbo]

If your going to be puling a trailer, mower etc, then 2wd will be perfect. If you plan on any ground engaging work, go 4wd, Easy.

If your not sure what your going to do, have a look at the newer tractors in your area, and get something similar.
Alternatively you could buy a MF 135 from a neighbour, it will do pretty much anything you want, and if you decide you don't like it after a while you could sell it and get a new one.

 

[Gale Hawkins]

Alternatively you could buy a MF 135 from a neighbour, it will do pretty much anything you want, and if you decide you don't like it after a while you could sell it and get a new one.

WAY to simple.

 

[ShannonCole888]

I like the Massey Ferguson 2605 2wd pretty well. It has 38hp, 32 PTO, weighs about 4,080 lbs, has goodyear ag tires. Has a 3pt hitch lift capacity of about 3,100 lbs, basic, and simple design. It cost about $11,000.00-$12,000.00, and there isn't hardly any other tractors suitable for the type of work I plan on doing around that price for new. The other tractors about in it's class,and price range new are the Kubota MX4700, MX5100, John Deere 5045d, New Holland workmaster 45, 55, Case IH Farmall 45A, 55A, and a maybe a few others. These all come in 2wd, weigh close to the same, and have about the same 3pt lift capacity. Some offer different transmissions, and things like differential lock. I looked at lighter, and smaller tractors but, they were actually more costly. Like the Massey Ferguson 1600 series, Kubota L series, John Deere 3000,4000 series, Northern tool tractors, these had 4wd, some had more hp, but they were lighter. They offer Shuttle transmissions, hydro transmission, etc.. They cost anywhere from $19,000.00-$37,000.00 roughly

 

[ShannonCole888]

Used tractors offer a broader variety, and are probably in good condition now, but several years down, the road, parts, may be difficult to locate. They however have been proven reliable, and useful. Like the Little Grey Fergie TE20, MF 25,30,35,65 MF 130, 135, 165, MF 231, etc... Farmall Super M, Farmall Cub, Allis Chalmers, Ford 3000,4000,5000,7000, Case tractors, International tractors, Oliver tractors, Old John Deere tractors

 

[Travis_R]

Used tractors offer a broader variety, and are probably in good condition now, but several years down, the road, parts, may be difficult to locate. They however have been proven reliable, and useful. Like the Little Grey Fergie TE20, MF 25,30,35,65 MF 130, 135, 165, MF 231, etc... Farmall Super M, Farmall Cub, Allis Chalmers, Ford 3000,4000,5000,7000, Case tractors, International tractors, Oliver tractors, Old John Deere tractors

Have you considered the 25 series from Mahindra? Like the 3825, 4025, or 4525? These are all 2WD tractors that pack a LOT of punch!... I used to own a '97 Mahindra 485 DI. I love my Massey Ferguson, but wish I'd NEVER sold the Mahindra.

They are very tough and reliable tractors. If I was to go buy a new Mahindra tomorrow, it would probably be the 4525.

Regardless, Massey Ferguson and Mahindra are all I'd buy. Period.

 

[ShannonCole888]

I had looked at them, but I like the Massey Ferguson I believe better. Haven't operated both, but I like the Massey Ferguson.

 

[Johno Geo]

I have a compact with turf tires and 4wd
Also a Utility Tractor with R-4s and 4 wd.
I do not farm and use both tractors for
Brush cutting,Grading and snow removal and utility work.
2wd vs 4 wd is like night and day, IMHO.
You can show videos til the cows come home.... No comparison!

 

[ShannonCole888]

I have seen enough to not, feel I need 4wd on a tractor. If I had a loader on it,maybe. If it was properly ballasted maybe.If had experience on both, and believed the 4wd was the way to go, maybe. However 2wd tractors have proven themselves enough to me, so I don't know about needing 4wd.