After considering a L3800 (or deal on a L3400), I think I've decided on a 2011 MX5100. I have 50 acres of both field, pasture and wood and a 1,000 foot drive and decided the 5100 is generally a better fit for my needs. Discing fields, cutting small fields, tilling for veg crops, maintaining trails, some bush work, maintaining drive, snowplowing, etc.
For me the added size, weight, 3PH telescopic adjustments, better loader, added HP, cruise control, etc made for a relatively easy decision. I was able to look at the 3800, 4400 and 5100 side by side which made for an easy comparison. The incremental $5000 seems reasonable, especially w 0% 60 mos financing option (vs 48 mos for L)
The other bonus is the tractor is in the yard spec'd to my preference and basically ready to go. HST, R1 tires, quick detach bucket, rim guard loaded tires, rear remote, block heater, rear work light. I'm also buying a LP tiller, LP rear blade and a 6' Bush Hog Squealer cutter. I think he's giving me a fair price (similar to what people have posted for prices in the USA for tractor - I'm in Ontario).
I like the dealer, they're local which is great. I went to JD dealer yesterday about 45min. I have a JD400 garden tractor too - but found the options really expensive (4000 series have better specs, but they look small and are literally $8,000 more. The 5045e is a much stronger tractor for a similar price but no HST). The dealer has also offered a 3 day free rental of a grading scraper to help reshape my drive.
Decisions, decisions!
For me the added size, weight, 3PH telescopic adjustments, better loader, added HP, cruise control, etc made for a relatively easy decision. I was able to look at the 3800, 4400 and 5100 side by side which made for an easy comparison. The incremental $5000 seems reasonable, especially w 0% 60 mos financing option (vs 48 mos for L)
The other bonus is the tractor is in the yard spec'd to my preference and basically ready to go. HST, R1 tires, quick detach bucket, rim guard loaded tires, rear remote, block heater, rear work light. I'm also buying a LP tiller, LP rear blade and a 6' Bush Hog Squealer cutter. I think he's giving me a fair price (similar to what people have posted for prices in the USA for tractor - I'm in Ontario).
I like the dealer, they're local which is great. I went to JD dealer yesterday about 45min. I have a JD400 garden tractor too - but found the options really expensive (4000 series have better specs, but they look small and are literally $8,000 more. The 5045e is a much stronger tractor for a similar price but no HST). The dealer has also offered a 3 day free rental of a grading scraper to help reshape my drive.
Decisions, decisions!