Bobcat CT230 price check

[iptman]

Since Bobcat stopped selling tractors I figured I'd post this up here (Bobcat sub forum doesn't get the looks these days). I know there are some differences between the CT230 and the CK30 but hopefully close enough to get your opinions on the deal. I don't have any need of the pallet forks so don't know how much he'd kick off for those. I am looking to get a grapple and thought the QA loader would make that an easier proposition.

Bobcat CT230 tractor with loader,fork attachment and new box scraper

I have a little over 2.5 acres so this is probably over kill for my needs (wants) but it's basically the same price as a new 2510 plus no sales tax.

 

[tiogajoe]

Iptman, my neighbor has the same tractor and loves it. I own a ck2510 so I cant help you with a comparision? I would see if you can get any kind of maint. history? 180hrs. is not alot if the machine was properly maintained. I would go look at it in person and take someone with you who knows what they are looking at if you have no mechanical background? If its in good shape..make an offer? You can always walk?

 

[arnoldziffel]

Tractor with FEL is worth $12,500 to $14,500.

Add to the above the value of any attachments you want.

 

[tman1020]

I have the ct225 (27 hp instead of your 30) but 2012 model. I love it I have about 130 hours on so far. I have used it for snow removal, landscaping, bushoging, clearing land,tree removal, road maintenance and lots of dirt work. It is the nicest tractor I have ever owned. Added a 5' tiller this spring and again was impressed. It is not a light tractor it's close to 4 thousand pounds without anything on the hitch or any ballast and enough power to make the most of it. Here is a pic I purchased a cab and backhoe for mine.