Ag tires vs R4

[TMR]

Just a bit off topic...but...

What would it cost to change out tires IF you discovered you wanted the "other" choice??

My land is mostly woods with 3+ acres of field that I plan to brush mow. Also will brush mow 1+ miles of trails and generally work as a tree farmer in my 120 acres. On one hand I want top traction for when I try to cross a damp gully...on the other hand I like the toughness of R4s driving over "stuff" in roughed out forest. I currently do not plan on plowing...or maybe even using...in the winter...but won't rule that out down the road.

Sooooo...approximately what would it cost to change out the tires on say a 35-45 HP size tractor...I know you can only estimate...but I have NO idea.

Thanks...Tom R

 

[TripleR]

No such thing as "good as", both R1 and R4 have their strengths/weaknesses, figure out what you do most and buy accordingly. I have R4 on my L5030 and R1 on my M8540, both work well for how I use them.

 

[mayer2323]

I have a 2 bottom plow and a 7' 6" disc . tractor is 50 hp . From what I hear it should be ok but better with ag tires . Dealer does not have the ags.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Unless you plow the south 40 or something pretty often I'd stick with R4's.

I think it's the back 40.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Like everyone else said it all depends on what you use the tractor for. I'm glad I could convince my dad to get the R4's on the BX25 instead of turfs.

 

[Thomas]

Depending on type of ground use.
As other gentlemen said I agree,but for me somewhat flat field mowing,snow removal,driveway repairs etc. I like R4's.

 

[Storm56]

Pretty good posts here so far. I have R4's on the JD and since that sees some turf duty I prefer them on that. Have never been stuck yet despite being in some pretty gooey spots. They work fine.

Have ags on the McCormick, of course being a utility tractor that is to be expected. FANTASTIC traction but stay away from the lawn with them.

 

[RFB]

Tom R.,

I think that with the duties you describe, R1w's would be a good choice (like the Michellin XM27)

I just put those on the front of my 5030, and have not yet gotten the bill but I think that they run about $500 each. I intend to switch to similar for the rears when they need replacement. Using the MFWA with lots of FEL work creates substantially more wear on the fronts; the rears will last for quite a bit longer.

 

[RFB]

I have a 2 bottom plow and a 7' 6" disc . tractor is 50 hp . From what I hear it should be ok but better with ag tires . Dealer does not have the ags.

Sir,

If you are going to pull that plow I would strongly consider the R1's or R1w's.
AG Ground engagement duty is what R1's are designed for. The dealer may not "have" them, but the dealer can "get" them if he wants the sale.

 

[TMR]

Tom R.,

I think that with the duties you describe, R1w's would be a good choice (like the Michellin XM27)

I just put those on the front of my 5030, and have not yet gotten the bill but I think that they run about $500 each. I intend to switch to similar for the rears when they need replacement. Using the MFWA with lots of FEL work creates substantially more wear on the fronts; the rears will last for quite a bit longer.

The XM27s do look good...that may be a good choice...also I understand the front first option...Tom R