Buying Advice Power Trac PT-2488

[CRE1992]

I am looking at purchasing a 1997 Power Trac PT-2488 does anybody have anything to say about this particular model? Its an 88hp izusu diesel with approximately 1100 hours on it. I spoke with power trac and they informed it is is the largest one they built. It is a very reliable model from what Terry told me. Is there anything anyone else can tell me about it other than what I already know?
Thanks in advance.
Charles

 

[woodlandfarms]

Never ever heard of this machine. And there it is on CL.

looks like a 1460. Do you know how much it will lift.

the price is very, very right

I would buy it if it looks well maintained.

 

[CRE1992]

I actually think Im gonna pass it up, although Ill never find another like it... I don't have the money to shell out right now as I just checked the compression on my 1958 Massey MF50 because it was running right and found 110,113,65?,112... I think its due for a complete rebuild it has 5600 hours and has never been rebuilt so I think its time... If anyone is interested let me know. Ill give you more info on the power trac.

 

[CRE1992]

It has a hydraulic flow of 18gpm and 3000psi, and from what I hear the 90hp Isuzu diesel is nearly indestructible. Im pretty bummed that I wont be able to buy it. I believe it has a lift of more than 2000lbs.

The link is POWER TRAC WHEEL LOADER in case any else is interested. Hopefully it generates some interest for the current owner. The price is a steal.

 

[Gravy]

It has a hydraulic flow of 18gpm and 3000psi, and from what I hear the 90hp Isuzu diesel is nearly indestructible. Im pretty bummed that I wont be able to buy it. I believe it has a lift of more than 2000lbs.

The link is POWER TRAC WHEEL LOADER in case any else is interested. Hopefully it generates some interest for the current owner. The price is a steal.

If I had the money, I'd be all over it. Make an adapter for skid steer attachments and get serious about tearing stuff up...

 

[CRE1992]

So would I lol, I intended on selling my MF50 to get the money for it but it is need of a rebuild now =[ Oh well

 

[PTWannaHave]

Interesting...! I often have a 'go big, or go home' attitude, but that PT2488 just may be too much tractor for residential country use...! (You won't drive over the septic system with that one...! Not a big deal though.)

Someone who has the appropriate need should do well at that price...

 

[CRE1992]

Haha, I would use it on my farm, but I would also use it on my family's cabin in the Catskills for brush hogging if I could of afforded it. Oh well =/ And yeh its very heavy from what Terry told me.

 

[BobRip]

Very tempting, but way too much for 10 acres.

 

[SpringHollow]

When I talked to Terry about it the other day, I believe he said it is from the early 90's, 2500 lbs lift, that they made about 6 of them, that it was a very nice model, and I believe it has a 3 pin latching mechanism for attachments. That is a lot of HP for 2500 lbs of lift. If it was 4-5000 lbs, I would be tempted.

Ken

 

[woodlandfarms]

Exactly what I was thinking Ken.

But then again, we have 65HP and 1200 lbs of lift...

 

[CRE1992]

Damm you guys, stop rubbing it in, now not only is it a very capable machine, but now its rare.. 1 out of 6 :drool:. Btw it is a 1997 model, I know because I called them with the serial number and they were able to tell me it was a 1997 model, which happens to be very similar 1460, however it has a lot more power. Also recommended not to add dual wheels because the wheel motors on it wouldn't be able to handle the added stress. Now I want to take out a loan :confused2:.

 

[SpringHollow]

Exactly what I was thinking Ken.

But then again, we have 65HP and 1200 lbs of lift...

Yes, and I would rather not repeat that kind of lift/HP ratio. If a 1430 could use duals, it would be a better machine for what I do most.

I love my PT in spite of any short comings. My need for duals really does restrict my options on which one I have. An 1845 might use less fuel than the 1850 when just moving buckets of stuff around.

 

[Clumber]

According to the Tractor and Ground Maintenance Blue Book, the PT-2488 cost $30,000 in 1996:

Grounds Maintenance Equipment Blue Book - Riding Mowers & Tractors - Power Trac - PT-2488 Configurations

You can see the 3 point attach system in photos of theis early PT-1418. Possibly a forerunner of the PT-400 series...

tractor

 

[ToolcatWonka5610]

Wow thats quite a machine! I didn't know Power Trac made that big of a machine, I though the 1460 or 1850 was the king. Assuming its an Isuzu it would be liquid cooled right? That would be a sweet machine. They use Isuzus in Hitachi mini excavators I believe and other equipment, very reliable and powerful engines. I wonder what other Diesel engines PTs have used over the years. When I talked to them back in '09 they said they used a few different brands of Diesels before settling with the Deutz.

Man if I got a hold of that thing, I'd be tempted to put a 4 Banger Cummins in it :drool: