Purchasing advice/feedback on a used 2520...

[Ed G]

(This is re-posted from the general forum....sorry - still learning the rules!)

As a new member to this forum this is my very first post....I want to say up front thank you all for the info here - it has been very helpful; and I also want to apologize in advance for what is a long first post, as well as for what may be "rookie" questions!

I just sold my JD 790 w/#70FEL and #7BH (I was very pleased with the 790, but I need to get a tractor with a hydro trans to accommodate some recent family handicap issues). I need the tractor for general work/landscaping around my farm and house, plowing snow, and maintaining the property. I already have a Gator and a 727 for mowing, so I will not really need to mow with the new tractor. My wife and father-in-law (who is somewhat handicapped and also owns a JD 4200 w/FEL and BH) will also drive this.

I have two separate used tractors I am looking at:

#1 - Used 2006 2520 w/77hrs, 200x FEL and 46BH for $16,500...this is my first choice b/c it has a backhoe and lower hours (I did confirm through JD that the tractor is free & clear financially)
#2 - Used 2005 4310 w/298 hrs, 430FEL and 60" mower deck for $16,500....this may be a bit larger than I really need (my neighbor has one), and I would need to purchase a backhoe (I would sell the 60" mower deck).

I would like any feedback/reccomendations you all may have...some of my questions/concerns are:
- How will the FEL and BH power of the 2520 compare to the 790 I have now? Based on the specs I have reviewed is should be MORE powerful...
- How will the 2520 compare to the overall power of the 4200 my FIL has now?
- Have there been any significant design changes in the 2520 since 2006 (e.g., rear wheel spacing)?
- Is the power of the 200x the same as the 200cx FEL (I do understand the 200x is not the quick-tatch).
- Any guesses as to how much a backhoe would be for a 4310 (installed)?
- Any guesses as to how much $$ I could get for a used 60" mower deck?

Any guidance or recommendations you can add??

 

[WH401]

(This is re-posted from the general forum....sorry - still learning the rules!)

As a new member to this forum this is my very first post....I want to say up front thank you all for the info here - it has been very helpful; and I also want to apologize in advance for what is a long first post, as well as for what may be "rookie" questions!

I just sold my JD 790 w/#70FEL and #7BH (I was very pleased with the 790, but I need to get a tractor with a hydro trans to accommodate some recent family handicap issues). I need the tractor for general work/landscaping around my farm and house, plowing snow, and maintaining the property. I already have a Gator and a 727 for mowing, so I will not really need to mow with the new tractor. My wife and father-in-law (who is somewhat handicapped and also owns a JD 4200 w/FEL and BH) will also drive this.

I have two separate used tractors I am looking at:

#1 - Used 2006 2520 w/77hrs, 200x FEL and 46BH for $16,500...this is my first choice b/c it has a backhoe and lower hours (I did confirm through JD that the tractor is free & clear financially)
#2 - Used 2005 4310 w/298 hrs, 430FEL and 60" mower deck for $16,500....this may be a bit larger than I really need (my neighbor has one), and I would need to purchase a backhoe (I would sell the 60" mower deck).

I would like any feedback/reccomendations you all may have...some of my questions/concerns are:
- How will the FEL and BH power of the 2520 compare to the 790 I have now? Based on the specs I have reviewed is should be MORE powerful...
- How will the 2520 compare to the overall power of the 4200 my FIL has now?
- Have there been any significant design changes in the 2520 since 2006 (e.g., rear wheel spacing)?
- Is the power of the 200x the same as the 200cx FEL (I do understand the 200x is not the quick-tatch).
- Any guesses as to how much a backhoe would be for a 4310 (installed)?
- Any guesses as to how much $$ I could get for a used 60" mower deck?

Any guidance or recommendations you can add??

From what you say I think I would go with the 2520, it sounds like it's more along the lines of what you need and that the 4310 is more of a "keeping up with the Jones's" option.

-The FEL and BH of the 2520 will be more powerful, but not in a "huge difference" kind of way.

-The 2520 will be very similar to the 4200, with probably the only noticeable difference being the design changes. As far as power, it's very close.

-The only thing that comes to mind would be to check to see if it has the newer designed 3-pt arms, I know there's an issue with those rubbing the rear tires. Other than that it should be exactly the same.

-No, the specs on JD's site are the same for both loaders.

-The 485 BH for the 4310 lists for $9420 on JD Builder. You could always look for a used one, but you'll still end up spending more money.

-I wouldn't expect to get much for the mower, maybe $1000 - $1500, but that could be generous depending on the condition of the mower. I wouldn't expect to sell it easily either because when most people buy tractors or mowers there looking for the 2 to already be mated together, or they've bought them together to begin with.

 

[Ed G]

Thanks WH401!! Much appreciated!!