Decisions.... L3400, L3130, L3240

[kaferhaus]

We recently bought a 3240 and tried a 3130 before the purchase.

The 3130 was "used".... had 114hrs on it and the dealer let me "demo" it..

I'm glad we went with the 3240... it's a much nicer machine and more comfortable to operate.

Same decision..... it was a good bit more money, but I'm glad we went with it.

Bought it with the quick disconnect 724 loader, box blade and bush hog... oh and a canopy.... the southern sun is brutal.... nothing like getting off the tractor for 15 minutes and then having the seat scorch your shorts!! Not to mention the constant sun burn...

 

[Kendall69]

I'm for more tractor, more tractor, more tractor!!!

I'm in the same boat, I don't "need" a huge tractor, but two things I want are more lift and a cab, and man am I having a hard time finding what fits with size, budget, lift etc.

To get more lift you have to go bigger, bigger means more money, and size.

Can't they just make a small utility tractor with HEMI, that can lify 6K, for under 25k? Cmon tractor builders, help a guy out here....

So far looks like the skid steers meet the lift requirements, but the price is nuts, and no 3ph.

 

[SteveCornell]

Well I believe I have made my decision........

L3240HST
LA724 Loader
HD Round Back Quick Attach Bucket
Bolt-on Cutting Edge
R4 Tires
Tires Loaded with Methanol \ Water
1 Rear Remote (I can add more later)
Delivered to my house (100 miles away)
Price is $20,800

I am "thinking" about going with the 66" HD bucket instead of the 72" for getting around easier but with this big a tractor I may just go with the 72"

Thanks for all your comments and advise!

Steve

 

[artf]

Having just sold an L3710 in the Winter and having a L3130 Hydro FEL with only 178 hrs FOR Sale in the garage, not to mention a B7510 FEL MMM and my little joy a BX22 TLB. I'd get the biggest darn tractor I could afford!

My 3130 is listed in the classifieds. I can do better than your Dealer and offer delivery! Powertrain warranty expires this month.

Let me know if somebody's interested or call me to talk tractors!


Thanks