Simple, strong tractor (50 to 80 pto HP)?

[SlainKnight]

I am looking for a tractor with a pto horsepower in the 50 to 80 range. I have about 200 acres of land in northern Kentucky, and the tractor would be used for mowing, lite tillage, and other general farm chores. I would like the tractor to have the following characteristics:

1. Minimal electronics and fancy computers.

2. Simple design and reliable operation.

3. Quality construction and long operating life.

4. Made by either John Deere, Kubota, or New Holland.

What models should I be looking at?

 

[froggy]

Case JX series or Massey Ferguson 400 series:

JX

400

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

JD 5205 for 4 wheel drive. 5205

JD 5303 for 2 wheel drive.
5303

 

[Egon]

If used is in consideration A john Deere 4020 may be for you.



John Deere
4020


Manufactured: 1963 - 1972
Total built: 57,471 (3,721 gas; 5,268 LP; 48,482 diesel) (187 high crop; 180 industrial)
Factory: Waterloo, Iowa
Cost: (US Dollars) $10,345 (1972)
Power:
PTO (HP): 91.17
Engine:
Fuel: gasoline
Cylinders: 6
Bore/Stroke (inches): 4.25 x 4.25
Displacement (ci): 362
Compression: 7.5 : 1
Rated RPMs: 2200
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity (qts): 8
Manufacturer: John Deere

Available in 1966
Engine:
Fuel: diesel
Cylinders: 6
Bore/Stroke (inches): 4.25 x 4.75
Displacement (ci): 404
Compression: 16.5 : 1
Rated RPMs: 2200
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity (qts): 12
Manufacturer: John Deere
Engine:
Fuel: LP gas
Cylinders: 6
Bore/Stroke (inches): 4.25 x 4.25
Displacement (ci): 362
Compression: 9.0 : 1
Rated RPMs: 2200
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity (qts): 8
Manufacturer: John Deere

Available in 1966, replaced 340 ci engine
Engine:
Fuel: gasoline
Cylinders: 6
Bore/Stroke (inches): 4.24x4.00
Displacement (ci): 340
Compression: 7.5:1
Rated RPMs: 2200
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Oil capacity (qts):
Manufacturer: John Deere
Transmission:
Type: Syncro-Range
Forward: 8
Reverse: 2
Transmission:
Type: Power Shift
Forward: 8
Reverse: 4
MFWD: optional after 1969
Capacity:
Fuel (Gal): 34 (gas/LP), 45 (diesel)
Cooling (Qt): 24
3-Point:
Category: II
Lift (lbs): 3,790
Power Take-off (PTO):
Type: independent
Speeds (RPM): 540, 1000
Hydraulics:
Type: closed
Capacity (gal): 10
Flow (gpm): 13
Outlets: 1
Tires:
Ag front: 10.00-16
Ag rear: 18.4-34
Dimensions:
Weight (pounds): 8,555
Wheelbase (inches): 98
Length (inches): 150
Width (inches):
Height (inches):
Electrical:
Battery volts: 12
Ground: positive before 1969, negative after
Battery cold-cranking amps:
Alternator amps:
Steering: hydraulic power
Nebraska Test:
Test Number: 849
Test Date: 1963
Engine: diesel
PTO HP: 91.2
Drawbar HP: 78.0
Max pull (pounds): 10,184
Serial Numbers:
Location: Rear of transmission case

1964 65000
1965 91000
1966 119000
1967 145660
1968 173982
1969 201000
1970 222160
1971 250000
1972 260791
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Think this was considered as one very desirable tractor.

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[Cityboyfarmer]

I have the JD 5205 MFWD and it fits the bill. Simple, very strong, and a whole lot of tractor for the money.

 

[GaryE]

SlainKnight,

You have already received some very good advice. But based on your list of requirements, do you really need a tractor that big? I am doing much, if not more than your list with an L series Kubota without any problems.

I am a firm believer in “Bigger Is Better” but it does sound like you might be able to save a little on the tractor without compromise and pick up a few more attachments with the savings.

Just a thought,

Gary

 

[Farmwithjunk]

I'm a big fan of the John Deere 2440 or 2640. Also in the same line, 2350, 2550, 2750, 2950,2355, 2555, 2755, 2955. Not all the bells and whistles of newer models, but all the basics that a tractor needs. They are built with some eye on heavier tillage work, but were primarily intended as "chore tractors". I own 88 acres and rent about 100 more. I use a 2440 for 90% of my work. (hay/pasture/sweetcorn/corn/wheat) The 2440 is 60 HP. 2640 is 70. They can be had for $6000 to $12000 depending on condition (2WD, no loader) I bought my 2440 3 years ago. I've been pleased with it since.

 

[Bob_Skurka]

4. Made by either John Deere, Kubota, or New Holland.


Seems like the JD 5200 series machines might be a great fit for you.

 

[JerryG]

<font color="blue"> 4. Made by either John Deere, Kubota, or New Holland.
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I thought about offering other brands also, but decided that I would respect his request.

 

[Bob_Skurka]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( <font color="blue"> 4. Made by either John Deere, Kubota, or New Holland.
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I thought about offering other brands also, but decided that I would respect his request. )</font>


I think a lot of people feel that way too.