Shopping for a Tractor

[Farmwithjunk]

Thank you for all the replies and information. I really think I would like to find a 150, but is the verdict that it still might not be able to handle the larger round bales. Could I put weights on the front? I know I would be very happy with either of these tractors, but it would have to lift the bales for me to justify the purchase.

Farmwithjunk, I see you are in Kentucky. Do you know of any around for sale?

Thanks

Matt

1st off, a 150 can handle big rounds fairly well. I've got front suitcase weights and front wheel weights for mine but they've been on the barn floor for ages. It'll handle most anything the lift will pick up without additional weights.

WHile the 135 is a great tractor, I'd much prefer a 150, especially if it was/is my primary tractor. Just a little bit bigger/heavier makes a world of difference in the capabilities. The 150 seems like a MUCH bigger and more powerful tractor even with the same exact drive train as the 135 just because of it's ability to take better advantage of it's power.

I'm always watching for 150's to come up for sale. I'm ot aware of any right now, but they do show up from time to time. I don't check dealers, so there could be a few for sale that route.

Until you asked about 150's in Kentucky, I didn't even notice you're being from Smithfield, KY. HOWDY NEIGHBOR! I'll keep my eyes and ears open and see if any 150's pop up on the radar.

 

[mdcar]

Well I am keeping my eye on one on ebay right now in Ohio. Not sure what it's worth, but I will probably go look at it this weekend if it doesn't get to expensive.

Matt

 

[Farmwithjunk]

Well I am keeping my eye on one on ebay right now in Ohio. Not sure what it's worth, but I will probably go look at it this weekend if it doesn't get to expensive.

Matt

I'll take a look at EBAY in a few. If it's the EBAY seller I'm thinking it MIGHT be, I'll PM you with details.


EDIT: I looked at the tractor and was most impressed! Check your PM's. There's a few "minor details" about the seller you might want to know about.

 

[mdcar]

Well, just an update. I picked up the 150 that I saw on ebay for $3900. I feel like I got a good deal. It picked up the larger round bales that I have here with no problems. It's got a lot more features than my Jubilee and will need to figure some things out, but it should fit my needs well. I appreciate all the comments. I am going to attempt to post some pictures of it.

 

[WarrenF]

From one Massey owner to another one....IT SURE IS PURTY.

 

[Farmwithjunk]

Looks to have just about all the options. I see a differential lock pedal I didn't notice in the EBAY photo's. I'd say you got yourself a very good tractor at a very good price.

If you decide you need more front weight to handle big round bales, I also have a set of front wheel weights. 96lbs per wheel, they go on the inside of the wheels. I used 'em when I had a 4-row mounted planter on my 150.

Have you ever checked serial #'s to see what year it is? Looks to be in the 1969 to 1973 range. (original alternator. Battery covers still 2-toned, front wheels still with silver rims. mid-1974/75 saw the batt. covers solid red, '75 the rims were red)

 

[mdcar]

Thanks, I am looking forward to getting some seat time this weekend. According to the serial number it looks like a 1969. I imagine the front weights might be a good idea seeing that I have to go up hill sometimes. Let me know what you would want for them.