I am a homeowner and I am looking to buy my first tractor. I know nothing about tractors and I married into a farming family. Ofcourse they have large john Deere tractors and suggest that I buy a smaller one of those but wow the prices I have seen are crazy. I guess the old saying is true if your going to drive something that is the color of money you better have a lot of it. I am looking for a 4x4, 35-40 HP with a loader any suggestions?
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creekbend
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Go on the website TractorData.com - information on all makes and models of tractors This site will give you specs and info on most makes and models of tractors. This will aid you also in determining which model will be sufficient to operate the attachments you need and use. Everyone has their own preference. I have a Kubota L4400.:tractor::welcome:
Baby Grand
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Welcome, bigkat!
Lots of threads here by others going through the same decision jungle that you are about to enter. I went through the same adventure and am very satisfied with where I came out. Use the SEARCH function and get lots of great advice.
My advice would be to list all the tasks that you will need to do on a regular basis and figure out what attachments would be appropriate for those tasks. Tasks that only need to be done on occaision can be hired out or you can rent equipment when they need to be done.
Then figure out what tractor requirements are needed to operate those attachments under your local conditions (soil, weather, etc). Sounds like maybe you've already done this.
Figure out what dealers are close enough to help you and what equipment they carry. Also, take note of any dealers that are not known for satisfied customers.
The good news is there are lots of great machines in the size you are considering!
Jim
Lots of threads here by others going through the same decision jungle that you are about to enter. I went through the same adventure and am very satisfied with where I came out. Use the SEARCH function and get lots of great advice.
My advice would be to list all the tasks that you will need to do on a regular basis and figure out what attachments would be appropriate for those tasks. Tasks that only need to be done on occaision can be hired out or you can rent equipment when they need to be done.
Then figure out what tractor requirements are needed to operate those attachments under your local conditions (soil, weather, etc). Sounds like maybe you've already done this.
Figure out what dealers are close enough to help you and what equipment they carry. Also, take note of any dealers that are not known for satisfied customers.
The good news is there are lots of great machines in the size you are considering!
Jim
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I just went through this decision process myself and TBN was a HUGE help.
Look to see what dealers are close with good reputations, look at those brands first, but look at EVERYTHING you can.
You might end up looking a little farther out as you learn more. I considered dealers as far away as almost 100 miles. Some TBN guys have ordered from really far guys (there are a couple of awesome dealers that will deliver and STILL be the lowest price!).
Here are a couple of my threads on this topic with tons of good advise I used to make my decision.
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/buying-pricing-comparisons/216841-what-should-i-buy-many.html
http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/attachments/217034-general-attachments-what-rent-vs.html
I ended up with Kioti, Bobcat (same tractor, different paint), or Mahindra as my final choices due mostly to bang for the buck (I needed biggest, most capable tractor, for lowest price I could find).
Happy Tractor Shopping!
Welcome to TBN!
Be well,
David
BigBoyinMS
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I would say best bang for the buck in new tractors now would be the LS Tractors. I priced the R3039 (39hp) and R4041 (41hp) models (with FEL) a few months ago at $15,900 and $17,400. Similar used tractors of other brands are not much less than that around here. The Montana in my signature is a LT450D LS. Great machine!
But check all brands before you buy. Everyone is different!
But check all brands before you buy. Everyone is different!
Briana03
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WELCOME to TBN
I moved your thread to the Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Forum.
I moved your thread to the Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Forum.
TripleR
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I can't beat the advice given so far. We have owned/own Ford, Case, John Deere, Massey Ferguson and Kubota. Our last three were Kubotas and we have been very pleased with the performance and our dealer.
In the size mentioned, I really like the Grand L Series.
As others have recommended, look at different brands and models to see which fits you the best and the best dealer. Some will cost more and some will cost less; I try not to get too hung up on cost within reason as it is a long term investment, we have tractors over fifty years old.
When comparing, be sure it is a true apples to apples comparison. There are so many models offered by the manufacturers, unless you are really knowledgeable, you will just have to sit down with some spec sheets and go point by point. I am pretty familiar with Kubota models, but have to do some serious checking on most other brands.
Good luck and don't hesitate to ask questions, I've gotten a lot of good advice here.
In the size mentioned, I really like the Grand L Series.
As others have recommended, look at different brands and models to see which fits you the best and the best dealer. Some will cost more and some will cost less; I try not to get too hung up on cost within reason as it is a long term investment, we have tractors over fifty years old.
When comparing, be sure it is a true apples to apples comparison. There are so many models offered by the manufacturers, unless you are really knowledgeable, you will just have to sit down with some spec sheets and go point by point. I am pretty familiar with Kubota models, but have to do some serious checking on most other brands.
Good luck and don't hesitate to ask questions, I've gotten a lot of good advice here.
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Welcome bigkat ,
I looked for about 6 months, first at used and then new. After looking at several of the "major" brands I went with Kioti. Purchase a CK35 HST with Woods backhoe in June 2008. Think you get a very good bang for your buck with them.
I looked for about 6 months, first at used and then new. After looking at several of the "major" brands I went with Kioti. Purchase a CK35 HST with Woods backhoe in June 2008. Think you get a very good bang for your buck with them.
crk133
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I own a Kubota as they had the features, dealer, reliability, etcthat i was looking for deere was #2 for me....but for you go green or you will NEVER EVER hear the end of it (besides they are nice tractors). That should be more than reason enough.
