JD 4010 Limitations

bigpete · Jul 3, 2002

As I explore all the possibilities for a possible upgrade to a CUT from my 445 this next Fall, I'm curious about the experiences of owners of the new 4010 model. While the specs seem to portray a capable small CUT, I'm a little concerned about a few limitations that may exist. I guess I'm basing my conjecture on a comparison between the specs of the 4010 and the 4110.

First, the 4010's fuel tank is a bit smaller. Second, the PTO horsepower of the 4010 is low enough it might limit rotary cutter size to a 48" max as well as the possibility of using a tiller or small rental overseeder. Third, the hydraulic system's lower GPM capacity may limit implement size and speed.

Do any of you think I would really notice a substantial difference between the 4010 and the 4110 in these areas? I know it's kind of a no-brainer that the greater specs will produce better results, especially on bigger jobs. I'm just trying to develop an educated rationale for saving or spending the approximate $2,000 difference between the two models.

Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences.

hazmat · Jul 3, 2002

Pete,

Being an engineer, I overanalyzed the specs before my purchase. Bottom line, the 4010 will do everything the 4110 will, only a little slower. You need to drive them side by side (don't know if they are shipping the 4010 yet) to see for yourself.

I ended up with the 18 HP New Holland because I couldn't justify $2K more for the 21HP. I find that the HP is well matched to the size of the machine. If I was tilling gardens or brush hogging / mowing commercially, I'd go for more HP.

FYI, you aren't going to get an overseeder or larger than 48" rotary cutter to work well on the 4110 either.

bigpete · Jul 3, 2002

Oh, yeah...another quick/dumb question:

Is the MMM deck on the 4010 and 4110 a suspended type of linkage like my 445 or is it similar to the Kubota 7500 that rolls on the guide wheels as you mow? The 17-year-old covering the sales floor at my local dealer wasn't sure.

Thanks again.