I bought mine about a year ago; it is the DT (gear). My salesman told me the price difference was about $1600. It was 12,215 for the tractor and 3,210 for the loader. I'd agree: you can probably do better.
BTW: you didn't ask, but I'd strongly consider the gear model. Even with back-and-forth work like box blading or loader work, it isn't a hassle at all. And service is easier, since there's one less filter to change. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif