Pierrepont
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I'm trying to help my brother select a first tractor. He is buying new.
Finalists: Bobcat CT230 at $15,000 with front end loader only; similar size Mahindra at $ unknown yet; similar size Yanmar at $ unknown yet. Also maybe a Massey Ferguson option. He is leaning toward the Bobcat but wonders if there are better deals to be had in the market place. (I've had a Bobcat and that may be influencing him some)
Brother is a bargain hunter. Tractors in the 30h.p. size will suit his primary need of 5 acre bush hogging and light snow removal work. Nothing heavy duty.
Given the economy and different "deals" that may be available on these 4 brands we are asking for opinions: Is one of these models the bargain of the bunch? Remember his highest priority, agree or disagree, is bang for the buck -- low price!
He wants to make a decision very soon.
Thanks.
Finalists: Bobcat CT230 at $15,000 with front end loader only; similar size Mahindra at $ unknown yet; similar size Yanmar at $ unknown yet. Also maybe a Massey Ferguson option. He is leaning toward the Bobcat but wonders if there are better deals to be had in the market place. (I've had a Bobcat and that may be influencing him some)
Brother is a bargain hunter. Tractors in the 30h.p. size will suit his primary need of 5 acre bush hogging and light snow removal work. Nothing heavy duty.
Given the economy and different "deals" that may be available on these 4 brands we are asking for opinions: Is one of these models the bargain of the bunch? Remember his highest priority, agree or disagree, is bang for the buck -- low price!
He wants to make a decision very soon.
Thanks.