New 5003 lineup

[RollingsFarms]

I have seen some really good deals on the 5105 MFWD model lately, including one Texas dealer that advertises on ebay. You might check that out along with the new 5103. The 5105 is one nice, simple but tough tractor, and the MFWD with decent sized R1s provides no end of traction. 47 PTO hp on the 5105.

thats what im mostly considering right now(5105 MFWD). about the best i can find around here is a little over $21,000. add a loader and it's around $25,000+/-. i think by the time i convince myself to go buy one that they'll all be gone i see a few really nice used ones, but i know the shipping costs would eat me alive, not to mention i wouldnt be getting a "package deal" with a loader, brush cutter, and new disc. i also need JD financing too because my bank is nuts with their intrest rates for farm equipment(18%).

 

[unreconstructed]

Be interesting to see what Chip comes up in price. I have a 5203, which I really do like, but having that tractor with MFWD would be a pretty nice package in my view. Have been satisfied with 2WD but am thinking of cleaning out a tank that has filled in with sand.

BTW, I actually like the square topped fenders. Guess I got used to it back in the 60's with my Pop's 1850 Oliver. Nice place for a tool box and my Marlin 45-70 Guide Gun fits on it pretty slick.

 

[CWP37]

Okay, I've got to come clean. I love my 5103. Right tractor, right price, and I got all of the implements I wanted/needed with it.

I've also gotten it stuck 3-4 times now. Of course, with the flooding we've had, everyone I know around here that's been trying to use their tractors has gotten stuck. 4WD or not.

Here's the kicker, the other day my wife said, "I wish you'd gotten a 4WD tractor so it wouldn't get stuck." BINGO, I'm tractor shopping again

I doubt I'll do anything, but it's worth looking into a 5105 or new 5203, just to know what it'd cost.

 

[AKfish]

Come on, Chip... Git 'ol Dad to forget that 2WD 990 and git that "burly" one --- with them nobbies on the front end... and that 300CX FEL!!

AKfish

 

[AKfish]

Chip --- upon reconsideration --- I defer to your better instincts on this matter; git that 5205 with them BIG nobbies!!!

Yes, Sir. And a 522 FEL for improved stability and traction in poor field conditions...

AKfish

 

[unreconstructed]

The 522 loader on a 5203/5303 is mighty appealing to me since the 522 is not a permanent mount like the 512. The lure of new toys!!

Chip--had talked to you before about oak wilt. (My hill country place is between Menard and London). The trees that I thought were goners last year are actually trying to come back with all the rain we have had. The ones that are in so bad shape have a bad case of that oak fungus on them. So its good to know its not wilt. And the grass looks great.

Like you, don't really think I will do anything with my 5203--its done everything I wanted at right price, but...................

g.e. bates.

 

[CWP37]

Went and talked to my dealer yesterday. He had a 5105 on the lot, but no loader on it. He said ballpark $5-$7k to make it like my 5103 and trade up. Just can't justify it right now. Too many other bills to pay.

Also had a 4320 sitting there w/ loader and PowerReverser, man I was drooling. I will say that it didn't look as tough as my 5103, though. Much cuter.

 

[JDSkidsteer]

Anyone wanting to jump on the current 5103 deals better hurry. We have 21 stores and out of them already. They have been a very solid and reliable tractor and when Deere ran incentives they sold fast. We can order sold units of newer models now from what I am hearing. I sell yellow equipment so I am out of the loop on details.

 

[CWP37]

This is why I want 4WD now.

 

[Z-Michigan]

I am spoiled by starting with 4wd. I have driven through foot deep clay mud without getting stuck. Wasn't a smart thing to do, but I got out without any problems!