need info from owners of 3830, 4330, 4630, or 5030

FamilyFarm · Jun 7, 2006

RaT,
I don't have the exact numbers in front of me, but I think about 5k difference between the 3830 and 5030. I really want to keep my BX if I can. It is paid for, but I could obviously put a nice down payment on the Grand L with the money acquired in selling it. Either tractor combined with the BX would be an awesome combo and meet all my current needs. My dream - and I know right now it is only that - is to purchase some property that adjoins mine and run more goats & cows, also get a few horses. I realize if I ever get into haying, which is very unlikely, I would need larger ag tractors like the M series, so that is not really an issue. But I could see myself needing to move round bales and heavier duty chores over time. I realize many of the folks reading this have been through the same kinds of situations. On the one hand, I don't want to waste 5k on a dream. On the other hand, I'd be ahead to get it now rather than selling a 3830 and trading up later. RaT, I really appreciate your comments (and many others of yours I have read over time!). You are very objective in your assessment as opposed to "hey, just get the bigger tractor - you can never get too much HP".
Thanks,
Terry

FamilyFarm · Jun 7, 2006

RaT,
I don't have the exact numbers in front of me, but I think about 5k difference between the 3830 and 5030. I really want to keep my BX if I can. It is paid for, but I could obviously put a nice down payment on the Grand L with the money acquired in selling it. Either tractor combined with the BX would be an awesome combo and meet all my current needs. My dream - and I know right now it is only that - is to purchase some property that adjoins mine and run more goats & cows, also get a few horses. I realize if I ever get into haying, which is very unlikely, I would need larger ag tractors like the M series, so that is not really an issue. But I could see myself needing to move round bales and heavier duty chores over time. I realize many of the folks reading this have been through the same kinds of situations. On the one hand, I don't want to waste 5k on a dream. On the other hand, I'd be ahead to get it now rather than selling a 3830 and trading up later. RaT, I really appreciate your comments (and many others of yours I have read over time!). You are very objective in your assessment as opposed to "hey, just get the bigger tractor - you can never get too much HP".
Thanks,
Terry

5030tinkerer · Jun 23, 2006

I had the GL3830 and upgraded to the GL5030. While the 3830 was one heck of a machine, everytime I max out the loader on the 5030, I think about how much sooner I would have done that on the 3830. I'd go for the 5030 even if it means holding off on an implement or two for now.

FamilyFarm · Jun 24, 2006

Well, as you can see from my pic and signature, I bought the 5030 - Cab model, no less

I'm blessed to have a wife that wants me to enjoy my toys (tractor and implements, of course)! She said just get the cab and really enjoy it

I always ask her if she is serious on issues like this, but only ask once! If she says yes the second time, it's probably a done deal.
I've certainly enjoyed the tractor and already see many ways it was a great choice for my current needs and future plans.
Now, if I can just hang on to the BX22 also!! One of those money trees sure would help

Terry

Hootie · Jun 24, 2006

I am really pleased with mine. Had it since July of last year. I bought a 7' hog and was really wondering if it would be able to handle it. It works great. The other day I was hauling hay. Some really large round bales, 15-1800 lbs! 5030 did great!!! Hope you enjoy yours.

JRobyn · Jun 26, 2006

I run a L4330 and a BushHog 286 (6 ft) that weighs 962#. Works terrific on grass (almost as good as a finish mower), works OK on HEAVY grass with lots of sericea lespedeza (leaves some uncut when it's tall and woody. Annihilates saplings up to 3".