I enjoy the site so I thought I'd start a thread, advice needed...

[RoyJackson]

My friend with the 9N is going to sell me a 60" Challenger finish mower that I will be using to cut grass. I had planned on buying a 72". It's good to know that the Deere 790 will pull the 72" finish mower.

I looked at a used 72" mower on Craigslist. It was a Woods weighing in at 650 lbs which is about 200 lbs more then my 60" Befco. Price wasn't bad either, but I just couldn't justify it (I'm only finishing mowing an acre...I do more brush cutting).
With that kind of weight, you need to keep the loader on or get front weights. I don't use weights for my Befco and I do mow with the loader off. Thats easier on the front axle (this applies to any tractor, BTW).

You do have a lot to select from...Kubota, Kioti, Mahindra, New Holland.
All I can attest to is how well the 790 does.

Enjoy your search for a tractor!

 

[daTeacha]

I used to haul a B7100 Kubota with FEL and heavy 4' bush hog behind a Dakota pickup with no problems on a small tandem trailer.

I would go with a receiver hitch and brakes on the trailer. I would also look hard at Kubota over other brands since they tend to be light for their size and power. Mahindras tend to be somewhat heavy in the same physical size machine.

 

[RoyJackson]

Agreed, I think that would be the perfect size for you needs. Are you located in Memphis?

My my...this isn't a sales call on one of the non-classified ad forums, is it?

 

[RedRiver]

I only ask because his profile is not filled out. I will delete my message. I apologize but I fail to see me breaking any rules listed. Please carry on.

 

[memphis]

I only ask because his profile is not filled out. I will delete my message. I apologize but I fail to see me breaking any rules listed. Please carry on.

red river, yes I am in memphis.I went by your place on the way to sardis sunday for a little skiing and might have drank a beer.

you got any deals?