I just ordered a 4110 with 60" mmm and fel from my local dealer after looking at most every brand of compact tractor made. I felt like I got the best and was OK with the price of $15,000. I really thought I should of been able to buy the NH tc 21 or 24 for about the same kind of money, but could not. I want a 3 pt tiller and box blade, when the tractor arrives in about a month. My dealer has Frontier and for a lesser price a line called Farm King. Anyone out there have any suggestions, knowledge, as to quality and size of implements that would be best suited to my new tractor.
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RoyJackson
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What kind of implements do you think you need?
Back blade for plowing snow? Any of them...if just for snow, you can probably use a 72" blade. Almost any brand will do that. If you're going to landscape, probably no wider then 5 foot. You'll run out of traction using anything bigger.
Going to clear brush? 48" rotary cutter would be optimal, but if the brush isn't too thick and on fairly level ground, you could get by with a 60" cutter (I did).
As far as manufacturers...that depends on how frequently you'll need the implement and what your budget is. I've no problem with the "lower" quality brands such as Howse or King Kutter. I did end up buying a Land Pride cutter...spend about 40% more then I intended to. I couldn't find a 48" KK cutter close to home. I'm happy as all get out with the Land Pride though.
Tillers and other ground engaging implements? I'm sure our sisters and brothers on TBN will offer many, many opinions!
Back blade for plowing snow? Any of them...if just for snow, you can probably use a 72" blade. Almost any brand will do that. If you're going to landscape, probably no wider then 5 foot. You'll run out of traction using anything bigger.
Going to clear brush? 48" rotary cutter would be optimal, but if the brush isn't too thick and on fairly level ground, you could get by with a 60" cutter (I did).
As far as manufacturers...that depends on how frequently you'll need the implement and what your budget is. I've no problem with the "lower" quality brands such as Howse or King Kutter. I did end up buying a Land Pride cutter...spend about 40% more then I intended to. I couldn't find a 48" KK cutter close to home. I'm happy as all get out with the Land Pride though.
Tillers and other ground engaging implements? I'm sure our sisters and brothers on TBN will offer many, many opinions!
jyoutz
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I have a 4100, which is really just an older model of yours. I have the following implements and sizes which I have found to be ideal: 54" box blade, 60" rear grader blade, 50" rototiller, 14" 1 bottom plow, subsoiler, 410 loader, 30" rear scoop. Most of my implements are Land Pride, my tiller is a Woods. I'm happy with the size and quality of all my implements. The main thing to remember is to buy something at least the width of your rear wheels. Lots of folks will try to sell you 48" box blades for this tractor. Don't do it-go for the 54" size, so that you can cover you rearwheels (with R4 tires and wheels set in the wide stance, the width is 49"). Not many companies offer the 54", just 48 or 60. Personally, I think that a 60" box would be too wide for the HP. Oh, did I get off track of your question? I have the 60" rear blade, which I recommend for combo-soil moving/ digging and snow removal use. For snow removal, only your could use a 72" blade with no trouble, but might be a problem for dirt work. One last thing, this tractor is light so be sure to have good rear ballast when using your loader. I use my box blade with about 200# of steel fastened to the top of the blade. Also buy some teeth for your loader bucket. You won't believe the improved performance, especially for these light tractors.
Heath
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I've got a 4110 with a 410 FEL, a 60" mmm, and all Frontier implements. I've got the 72" rear blade, the 60" box scraper, and the 72" landscaping rake.
The 60" box scraper works well for me. I definitely CAN bury it if I try to take too aggrsive of a bite, but I bet I could bury the 54" one too if I wasn't careful. I really like the 60" wide work path. I've used it to make a fairly extensive trail network on my property and it's done a great job. The 72" blade works great in the snow. I don't really do any dirt work with the blade however.
All in all, I love the Frontier products. They definitely are more expensive than other brands, but I also think they're built a lot better than a lot of other brands. Since "value" is a subjective term, I won't assume everyone thinks the Frontier products are a good value, but I definitely think they are.
The 60" box scraper works well for me. I definitely CAN bury it if I try to take too aggrsive of a bite, but I bet I could bury the 54" one too if I wasn't careful. I really like the 60" wide work path. I've used it to make a fairly extensive trail network on my property and it's done a great job. The 72" blade works great in the snow. I don't really do any dirt work with the blade however.
All in all, I love the Frontier products. They definitely are more expensive than other brands, but I also think they're built a lot better than a lot of other brands. Since "value" is a subjective term, I won't assume everyone thinks the Frontier products are a good value, but I definitely think they are.
JDgreen227
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Concur with you on the quality of the Frontier implements, they are expensive but very well made. And the color is a perfect match for the JD green. My 72 inch RB was delivered to me with a manual that said "Woods Equipment Co." on the back. Land Pride also makes an excellent line of 3 point items but they don't match my tractor !!
If you were going to use the RB for serious dirt work I think the 60 inch would have been more practical for your 4110. Just my opinion.
If you were going to use the RB for serious dirt work I think the 60 inch would have been more practical for your 4110. Just my opinion.
I appreciate the replies. One of the first projects I intend to tackle with this new tractor is to give a better slope away from my house in the backyard. I noticed from your post you had a subsoiler. I was curious as to what you have done with it and if you were happy with the results.
crown
Platinum Member
In regards to your question about the low end implements, I agree with the poster who questioned how often will you use it. For example I bought a Woods RD6000 for my mowing this is high end mower but mowing makes up 85% of my tractor use, I also bought a 4 foot Howse brush hog,(not high end) I only use it about 4-6 times a year it has taken quite a beaten in my rock pit back 3 acres, but it has performed flawlessly. I think you would be best served with a 5 ft rear blade and a 4 foot brush hog. Have fun and enjoy your new tractor. /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif
jyoutz
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The only thing I do with my subsoiler is to loosen deep compaction in my garden once per year. It works great for this, but keep in mind that it just cuts a narrow slot. For your job (yard contouring), I would recommend 3 implements (loader, boxblade and landscape rake). But the only essential implement out of the 3 for your job is a boxblade. Landpride makes a 54" box blade.
The reason I asked about the subsoiler is I have considered using one on some pasture land. I wouldn't use the 4110, but one of our larger tractors with a much wider implement. I know some of the soil is fairly poor and compacted. I have discussed this with several people who have used one and have had mixed replies. The tiller I want will be used basically for gardening in the spring. I also thought I could use it to help in areas of the yard where the grass is poor. I have had my lawn at our new house for about 2 years and it has not been able to make it through the dry part of summer. Lots of moles and crabgrass have been the biggest problem, plus I just think the soil is poor. I put on a lot of lime this fall and it has looked much better.
bigpete
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I know this is off-topic, but I would recommend a soil test from your State University Ag Extension service. Usually about $15. They will tell you exactly what your soil needs and recommend an onging program. Personally, I would also recommend adding the mulching kit to your mower. Getting the clippings to compost faster is a huge step in the right direction for your lawn. Annual fall aeration is number 2 on my list.
