Can't decide between a X 734 or a X 739

yod67 · Oct 15, 2015

Looking to purchase new machine for moving snow and also use it for mowing. I know the x 739 is aws and 4wd while the x 734 is just aws. If I get the x 734 I would have to run chains. The x 739 is 4wd would one need to run chains with this? Difference in price is $ 1,700.00 between the two machines.

thanks yod

Eric102 · Oct 15, 2015

It hasn't snowed here since I bought my X739 a year and a half ago but from what I've read most folks don't use chains on the X739's. Just add 6 quick attach weights to the rear and you should be good to go for the winter.

They are amazing machines for mowing or playing in the dirt also!

Mach One · Oct 15, 2015

Most definitely go for the X739. The 4wd is nice for moving snow, and you can get by without chains for most stuff. Also, the X734 has skinnier tires on it all the way around, and it just looks weird when you're used to the big meats on the other machines.

jenkinsph · Oct 15, 2015

I would go with the 4x4ws on the x739. I have been well pleased with my x749 4x4ws diesel. The hdap tires are great in snow.

Gittyup · Oct 16, 2015

I would definitely go X739. For years I used a 425 AWS, 2WD to push snow. Every fall I had to put chains on. I hated that chore because you had to make sure they were tight so as to protect the AWS mechanics. That is the only reason I upgraded to the X739.

Also, with AWS you need spacers for chain clearance. I bought spacers when I got my X739 thinking I just liked the wider stance. Come to find out that you can't use spacers with the 54" mower deck. I would have to remove them during mowing season. That's about as bad as having to use chains. So, I returned the spacers. I don't know if this same limitation applies to the X734. Maybe that is why they have narrower tires.

BTW, the HDAP tires on the X739 are kick butt in the snow. They won't load up. I climb a very steep drive in snows as deep as a foot without chains. I do use eight suitcase weights though.

CinderSchnauzer · Oct 16, 2015

At the time of purchase I wanted both AWS and AWD - the standard HDAP tires were a bonus. Since I have the 3320 for snow work I cannot comment on practicality of X739 for that task. While I really like the AWS, if I had to make a choice between AWS and AWD, for my use I would pick the AWD. Probably would have preferred diesel, but at the time the X748 had been discontinued and since diesel version would have required choice between AWD / AWS I decided to go with X739. The gas version may be a bit more thirsty, but for the approx $1,200 difference I can buy a lot of gas and my hours per year are not that high.

Long way of saying, if you have the $$$ available go with the X739 - you will never regret the choice. And for a very few $$$ more get the Auto Connect.

bigtiller · Oct 16, 2015

If you have a lot of snow days, get the 4wd. Even though it is just front-wheel-assist, it makes an amassing difference in traction on snow. But for ice, you also need chains. Forget the wheel spacers, get a second set of smaller (IIRC) 24-8.50-10 tire/rim assemblies for the rear, put the chains on them and just put the "snow" tires on/off like we did before radial tires were invented for the cars. That is what I did when I had the X-series mowers.

Every fall I tried going without chains and every year, by the 3rd snowfall, I had the chains on.

ruffdog · Oct 16, 2015

A big part of working with snow is being able to steer where you need to be. Get the 4x4 so you are not just pushing the front tires.

Gittyup · Oct 16, 2015

bigtiller said:
If you have a lot of snow days, get the 4wd. Even though it is just front-wheel-assist, it makes an amassing difference in traction on snow. But for ice, you also need chains. Forget the wheel spacers, get a second set of smaller (IIRC) 24-8.50-10 tire/rim assemblies for the rear, put the chains on them and just put the "snow" tires on/off like we did before radial tires were invented for the cars. That is what I did when I had the X-series mowers.

Every fall I tried going without chains and every year, by the 3rd snowfall, I had the chains on.

If you live in the snow belt, this seems like sound advice.

yod67 · Oct 16, 2015

You made up my mind, going with the x739. Now for another question. John Deere cab or cozy cab?

thanks for all the inputs

yod

bigtiller · Oct 16, 2015

yod67 said:
You made up my mind, going with the x739. Now for another question. John Deere cab or cozy cab?

thanks for all the inputs

yod

Does JD make a cab now? They were made by Curtis. I had a couple of them and a couple from Cozy Cab. I like Curtis better because it had a sliding window in the doors and the front and rear glass were on hinges for better air movement in the summer. The Cozy Cab i had was a ROPS cab, which made it easy on/off twice a year.

yod67 · Oct 20, 2015

Pulled the trigger and got the x739 with the john deere (curtis) cab. Got a 47" blower and a 60" broom for it as well.

buickanddeere · Oct 20, 2015

Go AWD or always wish that you had.

buickanddeere · Oct 20, 2015

yod67 said:
Pulled the trigger and got the x739 with the john deere (curtis) cab. Got a 47" blower and a 60" broom for it as well.

Why shoot your tractor ?

Eric102 · Oct 21, 2015

yod67 said:
Pulled the trigger and got the x739 with the john deere (curtis) cab. Got a 47" blower and a 60" broom for it as well.

Wow, nice setup! Post lots of pics when you get it.

Gittyup · Oct 21, 2015

yod67 said:
Pulled the trigger and got the x739 with the john deere (curtis) cab. Got a 47" blower and a 60" broom for it as well.

Congrats. I've always wanted a broom. Just was never sure about hook up time. Tell us all about it once you get it.

yod67 · Nov 2, 2015

How much heat does the heater produce in the john deere cabs that fits on the x739?

yod67 · Nov 28, 2015

Got my x739 and what a machine! Gave it a good test on the first snow storm of the year putting 26 hrs on it already. Love the AWS and AWD makes clearing snow much easier. AWD lets you go where ever you want and the AWS lets you turn around and corner with ease. The heater is great and keeps you very warm (just in a sweatshirt and jeans

). Only one problem is my right foot gets a little cold with the over sized holes the foot pedal pass through the floor panel. I placed a cut out piece of belting over the floor panel to see if I can stops some of the air coming in. I did buy a electric actuator for the chute on the snow blower. I want to thank everybody for leading me to the AWS and AWD.

YOD67

Gittyup · Dec 2, 2015

yod67 said:
Got my x739 and what a machine! Gave it a good test on the first snow storm of the year putting 26 hrs on it already. Love the AWS and AWD makes clearing snow much easier. AWD lets you go where ever you want and the AWS lets you turn around and corner with ease. The heater is great and keeps you very warm (just in a sweatshirt and jeans ). Only one problem is my right foot gets a little cold with the over sized holes the foot pedal pass through the floor panel. I placed a cut out piece of belting over the floor panel to see if I can stops some of the air coming in. I did buy a electric actuator for the chute on the snow blower. I want to thank everybody for leading me to the AWS and AWD.

YOD67

Pictures please.