buying L3700

[RedAg02]

Consider getting a Grader Scraper instead of the Box Blade if your primary application is driveway maintenance. I use one behind my L-Series to maintain a couple different rock driveways. It is much easier to use and will give you far better results. A little higher than the typical box but you'll end up using it much more. Here's a link I found on YouTube of one in action. There are several more on there as well.

YouTube - Land Pride GS 1560 at work----Backwards!

 

[TripleR]

I sure can't improve on the information/advice given so far. I haven't seen a hydraulic top-link mentioned. It makes using the box blade much easier and more effective as well as makes hooking up easier.

I haven't been able to justify the cost of a grapple, but lots of folk love theirs. Now if money was no object...

I am sure you are aware of the jerky 3-point hitch on this model. For some it is problematic and for some it's not. I have tractors that do this and some that don't.

I have two back blades I haven't used in years, but some find them really useful. If you get one, get a good quality, heavy unit that tilts.

Good luck with your purchase.

 

[EThogfarmer]

Hey All, been reading lots on here, getting excited about getting my new tractor. Will probably sign papers in the morning. I am getting 5' shredder, 6' boxblade, 60" kuhn tiller.
I have a regular 16' flatbed trailer, will it haul ok on it with the loader and an implement on rear, such as shredder?
I have an older disc, rear hay fork and post hole digger already. I have a boom pole too, not sure how much I will use it with the new tractor since it has a loader.
Should I get a grader blade that swivels or will the box blade work for that?
Tractor doesn't have the cruise control, is that a big deal? Is it worth extra to have it installed before I get tractor?
How about pallet forks to use for a work platform or hauling logs/boards, posts, etc..?
Also would like advice on any other add-ons that I might try to get dealer to add while I am still dealing with him.
Would extra hydraulics benefit me, what would I need an extra remote for or what would be a good use for it? Thanks for all of your help. God Bless!

The 3700 will fit on a 16' trailer with a 5' bushhog but it will overhang a foot or so out the rear.

I built and maintain a 1000' gravel driveway with a boxblade, because it's what I have. I'm sure there are better options but the boxblade will get the job done.

I had the dealer install the cruise control as part of the deal. I think it was worth it but YMMV. If you do any amount of pasture mowing it is worthwhile, if you only do dirtwork (back and forth) you don't need it.

The 3700 is a nice little tractor and will do anything you need within the limits of its' size.

 

[dexterc]

Thanks again for the info and advice. My tractor is being 'made ready' for delivery! I did have them add the cruise control, it was only 199.00 for them to add it and I figured down the road, it should be well worth that to me. I am sticking with my 16' trailer just to keep my payments down and I can manage to haul it when necessary. They had the canopy on when I saw it today, looked good, they are waiting on the parts to add the cruise. May have it ready tomorrow but I may delay delivery because I will be out of town for a few days and am hating the thought of it being here and I will be gone lol I do appreciate all the help and look forward to learning more on here and also from some experience! Have a blessed week. Thanks again.

Dexter

 

[firefighter jim]

Definitely yes on the cruise control........................

 

[dexterc]

Thanks Jim, I think that is a good option and they are putting it on. I am a firefighter also Good to hear from a brother ff. Have a blessed week.

Dexter

 

[firefighter jim]

Thanks Jim, I think that is a good option and they are putting it on. I am a firefighter also Good to hear from a brother ff. Have a blessed week.

Dexter

You too,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,be safe.........................(retired 11 years now, still miss it at times........................)