Planning to buy soon

[Hunter8282]

Hi all,
New here. Last year we moved to our 80 acres and built a house. I am going on 50 years old. On the docket this spring is a tractor to help make the work easier.

Uses for tractor would be land management, gardening, wood cutting, food plots, field clearing, animal care (goats, chickens, etc.), snow removal, two track/trail maintenance, and eventually maybe even some crop work down the road or a hay field and cutting/bailing. I could have about 30-35 acres of tillable on our land with some work, the rest is wooded/swampy. 4x4, cab, and loader is a must. I am not sure what else to add but I'll try to answer any questions asap.

I don't intend to make a living doing anything of these things. More of retirement hobby.

I do NOT want to buy a tractor that is too small or one that is too large to get into the woods when needed.

I talked to a local Kioti dealer and his recommendation was a NS4710HB w/ cab w/ loader at a price of $40.5K.

I guess I am also interested in Mahindra but not sure on a specific tractor. There is also a Kubota and Massey Furgeson dealer nearby, but I think I've ruled on Kubota and JD just because of the premium price.

What brands (Kioti, Mahindra, TYM, Branson, Massey, Case IH, New Holland, Yanmar etc.) would you recommend or definitely avoid and if you have specific models that would be great as well.

I think I just want to go new to take advantage of 0% financing and I don't want an old tractor that constantly needs tinkering to keep it operational.

Thanks. Look forward to the conversation.

 

[SARG]

I have two New Holland machines now .... but if I go for another it will be a Kubota.

 

[big bubba]

welcome to this forum.
given your descriptions (& looking toward unseen tasks) sounds like you would do well with 50-60 hp Utility (esp if you intend ground engagement tasks). A larger frame tractor is also more stable on slopes. cabs get pricey

cabs are great for creature comforts, but vulnerable in the woods. my advice would be to take your time & make an informed decision, rather than being caught up in the buying frenzy. & look to those unseen future tasks. in addition, a spin around the dealership lot is a poor simulation of working field conditions. regards

 

[alexpops]

I like my LS, but with current supply chain issues, might pass on that for the immediate future. Advantage is if it crosses to a NH model, most of the parts can be had cheaper by adding MT to front of the part number. (you might need to do the work yourself as you would probably fall to bottom of the list at any non-LS dealer for work)

 

[Hunter8282]

I like my LS, but with current supply chain issues, might pass on that for the immediate future. Advantage is if it crosses to a NH model, most of the parts can be had cheaper by adding MT to front of the part number. (you might need to do the work yourself as you would probably fall to bottom of the list at any non-LS dealer for work)

Sorry it will take me a bit to learn the lingo... LS, NH, MT mean what?

And what brand are you referring to?

 

[part-time-Farmer-NC]

Welcome aboard. Lots of good knowledge on here.

I have a similar sized kioti tractor. Love it. I bought larger than I thought I needed but like you not so large it impedes me from doing what i want.

Only thing I think I would have done different is get Ag tires instead of R4's. No real problems mind you but I wondered if the ag tires would get me a little better traction in those harder soils I have to contend with.

While not a mechanic I do my own maint and most repairs on mine. I would strongly urge you to get the service manual that helps find "stuff" for the inevitable time something comes up. I sure whish I had gotten one. But it only took me 12 ish years to understand it. (search forums for PTO not working, turned out to be a relay, thanks again grsgreat! for sharing a page from his manual).

I put on the third function. I am sure your dealer can put one on for you for your grapple.

Mine came with a set of rear remotes. I have thought about adding a second set to mine. It would be nice to use my hydraulic top link with my sliding flail mower.

Think about what 3pt hitch tools you may want in the future and get it ready up front. I saw their prices for their attachments, some seem pricey to me. Check around for other retailers for your needs.

 

[scootr]

Went Kubota because I wanted a company with the best track record. Bought used because I didn't want a payment.

 

[rScotty]

Went Kubota because I wanted a company with the best track record. Bought used because I didn't want a payment.

That says it all.

 

[Tractorable]

If not Kubota or JD, the Yanmar YT359 with the iHMT is one of the nicest machines out there. 10 year power train warranty too.

 

[mulitweed]

Hi all,
New here. Last year we moved to our 80 acres and built a house. I am going on 50 years old. On the docket this spring is a tractor to help make the work easier.

Uses for tractor would be land management, gardening, wood cutting, food plots, field clearing, animal care (goats, chickens, etc.), snow removal, two track/trail maintenance, and eventually maybe even some crop work down the road or a hay field and cutting/bailing. I could have about 30-35 acres of tillable on our land with some work, the rest is wooded/swampy. 4x4, cab, and loader is a must. I am not sure what else to add but I'll try to answer any questions asap.

I don't intend to make a living doing anything of these things. More of retirement hobby.

I do NOT want to buy a tractor that is too small or one that is too large to get into the woods when needed.

I talked to a local Kioti dealer and his recommendation was a NS4710HB w/ cab w/ loader at a price of $40.5K.

I guess I am also interested in Mahindra but not sure on a specific tractor. There is also a Kubota and Massey Furgeson dealer nearby, but I think I've ruled on Kubota and JD just because of the premium price.

What brands (Kioti, Mahindra, TYM, Branson, Massey, Case IH, New Holland, Yanmar etc.) would you recommend or definitely avoid and if you have specific models that would be great as well.

I think I just want to go new to take advantage of 0% financing and I don't want an old tractor that constantly needs tinkering to keep it operational.

Thanks. Look forward to the conversation.

what is the climate where you are ? Ive heard tym dont work well in the cold