Thanks for the advice. What situations would you think I'd be at most risk to get caught with out enough power? If our situations are similar, this insight would be very valuable information to have.
How are the gears set up? Any type of shuttle shifter? Synchro? You'll have to excuse me because my experience with tractor trans is limited. The last time I drove a geared tractor was probably over 20 years ago on an old Ford 8n. All I ever did was set the throttle about 1/2 or 2/3's, select my gear let the clutch out nice and slow and just joy ride or mow a field. My only experience with a loader has been with a hst on either a skid loader or a Kubota L3130. So I really don't have a concept of using a geared tractor for various tasks.
Oh yeah, I know it could take a while. I like to have as many model #'s in mind as I can for what to keep searching for. I also feel very comfortable knowing the longer I can hold off on a purchase, the better idea I'll have of just what I need the machine to do.
What methods of searching did you find most effective? Did you end up buying from a private seller or a dealer?
We are going to be doing some heavy composting and may look to spread that if needed or sell it. For now, my equipment choice is not factoring in spreading since its not something we'll have to do. If I find I'd like to use a spreader for the compost, and my machine can't do it, I'll barter for the use of a neighbors more than likely.
