Newbie Any help on NH 24D Vs. 30 Pros and Cons

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Let me first say I sympathize with your situation. A tractor decision is much more difficult than deciding which car to buy /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif. I have read the post you have in the general forum and think you have gotten excellent advice there, so I won't re-hash any of whats been said there. I think you realized your own problem when you stated how much time you have spent on research, and now your head is spinning /forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif. Research is all fine and dandy but too much of it can lead to more confusion, as you now realize. You need to get out there now and sit in the seats, kick the tires, and determine which tractor "fits" you. Also try to get a feel for the dealer. A good dealer is very important, more important even than what color you buy /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif. I have spent the last year looking at tractors myself. I finally decided that for MY purposes, it didn't really matter all that much about weight, 3PH lift capacity, loader breakout force and other issues such as those. I simply wanted a tractor that was sized right and with enough HP to do what I need to do. I think either the 24D or TC30 would suit you fine. The 24D has more features and in my opinion is more comfortable than the TC30. However, the TC30 is a great little tractor. You mentioned the curved arms on the NH loader. Those would not be on the 7308 loader which goes with the TC30. That is a straight-arm loader. I wish you the best as you tractor shop next week /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif. Please keep us informed.