Are there any differences between the o8 and 10 b2920

[4t9ers]

Hello all,

I'm new to the group and need some help. my question, is there any differences from the o8 and 10 year b 2920. I have a chance to buy a o8 that was a harvest rental and has 45 hours and was told it would cost another 4 to 5 grand to get a 10 model. I was also told don't be worried about the year it is the hours that matter, is this true? it would come with a full warranty since I would be the first owner. I would appreciate all thoughts.

Jim

 

[bp fick]

Trust but verify.

How sweet to get 4 grand off or more. Now, the realities.

Any signs of abuse? Anything odd or "not right"? Is this at a dealer? The B series seems a bit small for a harvest machine, but I don't know what was meant by that. Is there a FEL included? If at a dealer, would he be doing a complete fluid drop, Hydro and oil, and install new filters, including fuel and especially air filter? I think I'd make that part of any deal.

If this all checks out, I'd love to save that kind of money.

 

[4t9ers]

Thanks for the reply. Yes it is at a dealer and I have talked him into the fluid exchange. What is FEL? Also is the 2920 a good machine? From what I have read it is.

Jim

 

[Monster5601]

What is FEL?

Welcome.

FEL = Front End Loader.

 

[bp fick]

So, what price have you been quoted? You haven't said.

A B2920, with FEL (loader) two years old, used, (and yes, I am qualifying it as used, makes no difference that it wasn't titled, imho, can be gotten around here for $14,500-$15,500. That would be my personal high water mark. Below that, I'd consider it a solid good deal, IF the machine is really unharmed and very, very nice. If it looks like it has been abused in any way, paint all faded, rust showing anywhere, etc, I'd pass, frankly. That's just me.

 

[4t9ers]

I paid 15,442 including sales tax of 8.75%

 

[4t9ers]

sorry that is with FEL

 

[4t9ers]

One more thing guys. What would a new one cost with FEL?

 

[rScotty]

Jim, there may be no difference at all between an 08 and a 10 model. In fact, it's conceivable you could end up with a 10 model that was manufactured BEFORE the 08 model!.
That whole model year designation is something that worked so well for the automotive industry that every so often the tractor manufacturers give it a try too. But it doesn't really fit because traditionally a tractor's model year is the year that they are first sold, not the year that they are manufactured. You may be able to find the actual date of manufacture if your dealer keeps a record of the "manufacturer's statement of origin". Some do; some don't. Anyway, when they are first sold is when the warranty begins. Also by common agreement, dealers sometimes chose models do demos at harvest festivals and shows and actual harvest in the fall. These "harvest hours" are sort of a grey area....but tradition wins out and so the tractor broken in that way isn't considered as second owner or used. A new warranty is normal. Yes, they are stretching a point, but farmers and ag dealers don't care because the system works well for everyone. However, a discount is also typical, as is a free 50 hour service including all filters.
rScotty

 

[4t9ers]

Thanks for explaining that to me RScotty. That really helped.