buy 425 or 1430 ?

Anonymous Poster · Nov 12, 2002

Obviously, this is a good problem- choosing between a PT 425 and a PT 1430.
If any of you have experience with both and care to share your opinion as to the better choice and why, I would much appreciate the advice.

Thanks,
RAS

duane · Nov 13, 2002

Rasras,

I only have experience with the PT422, but it fits my needs perfectly. Tell us a bit more about your situation and what you intend to do with it.

Duane

pajoube · Nov 13, 2002

rasras:
To give us a better idea of how to help with your questions, can you please update your bio.
Thanks
PJ

Anonymous Poster · Dec 5, 2002

I have become very interested in one of these Power Trac models. I have 6 acres, most of which will need to be brush hogged until I can make it into a smooth grassy yard. I don't expect to do much loader work--this is not a working farm, I just want it to be nice to look at while sitting on the back deck. Also, I have no mechanical ability whatsoever. For this reason, I am fearful of buying anything that I can't have fixed by the nearest repair shop. In summary, I am looking for a tractor that will be able to turn my somewhat rough 6 acres into beautiful pasture, and then maintain it. What do you think is right for me?

Charlie_Iliff · Dec 5, 2002

First, find a post by MossRoad and click on the link to his Power Trac site. Look at the videos, particularly the one running through high stuff with a rotary mower.
A 425 would do you well, as would a 1430. For peace of mind, however, you'd need to find a mechanic who has a bit of hydraulic experience and isn't afraid to figure some things out for himself. Most of us haven't had much trouble, but a few things have needed fixing, and some interest in figuring it out and doing it will overcome the lack of dealer network. They're really pretty simple machines, particularly for anyone who has hydraulic experience.
That being said, there are a lot of new and used conventional machines that will do your job. Any good compact with a brush hog and finish mower can. Power Trac just does a lot of things more easily.

MossRoad · Dec 6, 2002

Here's the link to my website. Just click on the animation of my tractor /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

Anonymous Poster · Dec 6, 2002

MossRoad,

There is no doubt that my first choice would be one of the Power Tracs, either the 25 hp gas tractor or the smallest diesel one. However, given my complete lack of both ability, desire, and time to work on it myself, I have to question whether maintaining a Power Trac would be possible. I know that the Power Tracs would be perfect for my needs. I had already seen your website and animations--they're great! But would I be better off with a Mahindra or Kubota (both local dealers)? If there's a problem, someone else can fix it. That's my only problem with the Power Trac. What do you think?

hazmat · Dec 6, 2002

<font color=blue>However, given my complete lack of both ability, desire, and time to work on it myself, I have to question whether maintaining a Power Trac would be possible. I know that the Power Tracs would be perfect for my needs. I had already seen your website and animations--they're great! But would I be better off with a Mahindra or Kubota (both local dealers)?</font color=blue>

Given your lack of ability, desire & time to work on a tractor, I'd stick with one of the big three (In no particular order) Kubota, Deere, or New Holland. Nothing wrong with the Mahindra, but the big three have the best dealer network.

MossRoad · Dec 6, 2002

That is a major problem. If you have no desire, ability or time to work on a piece of equipment, at least you are being honest with yourself /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

You really can't go wrong with a JD, Kubota or NH. You won't be sorry or regret anything. I don't know enough about the Mihandra or other newcomers, but from what I've read here, they seem very well built and dealer supported, too.

I'd say you should go with your comfort level. Test your local dealers. See if you can get along with them and if they impress you as good, honest folks that will treat you right. Then test drive them until the dealers are sick of seeing you come in and give you a good deal. /w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif

Anonymous Poster · Dec 6, 2002

Thanks for the honesty. I really wanted you to tell me that they run like clockwork 24 hours a day, never break down, and in the unforeseeable event that it did break down, the tractor repair guy in town would have no problem fixing it. Oh, well, back to the conventional tractor forums. Thanks!