TC35d used or TC33da new???

   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #1  

bebop86

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hey - I have an oppurtunity to purchase a 2003 TC35D w/ 16la loader and 758 c backhoe with roughly 350 hrs for $19000- For the same price I could get a 33da and loader new- both are hydro-I am using this to clear out about 1 acre of soft horse area which gets very mucky all year round- I now have a 2 wheel drive massey that is always getting bogged down in the pasture- Also to open up the brook behind my property which closes up over the summer- I am thinking that the 35 is to much for my use but can you get to much tractor?? thanks- gary
 
   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #2  
I had to make the same decesion months ago. I had been tractor shopping for a year and had my choice narrowed down to a new TC-33D with 14LA loader with 757-C backhoe, or a new Kubota 3130 with 723 FEL and backhow BH90. Well along came a used 2003 TC-35D with 16LA loader/ with toothbar, 757-C backhoe, and a canopy with 85 hours on it. I choose the used TC-35D just because of the extra size and weight. I'm clearing land for a pond and have some very large trees to skid. I thought the extra weight would be an advantage. If you have horse stalls to clean, or trees to mow around the TC-33 may be a better choice since it is smaller in size. It all depends on what you want to do with the tractor. They are both excellent machines.

Good luck with your purchase !

On edit: The only complaint I have with my set up is the reach of my backhoe. I also clean out a small stream periodically. Just a foot or two more reach would really help. I would go with the larger tractor and add the biggest backhoe that would fit.
 
   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #3  
Is the physical size of either tractor an important factor in your decision? For instance, will you need to get the tractor underneath low-hanging trees or under a low shed door?

I had the chance to use a TC35D the other week. I parked the TC35D beside my Ford 1520 (which is similar in size to the TC33). I was surprised by the difference in size between the two. The TC35 is considerably taller and longer than the 1520.

I had always felt that I would not even consider the TC33 as a replacement for the 1520 because I preferred the larger frame tractor. Seeing the two tractors side-by-side made me reconsider my earlier thoughts. The TC35 is shockingly bigger. Now, I would definitely consider both a TC33 and a TC35.

The TC35 had the optional SuperSteer axle, making it VERY manueverable in tight quarters. The optional SuperSteer axle will be on the next tractor, no matter the tractor's size.
 
   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #4  
W/ a backhoe.. run and get the 35 before someone else does!
 
   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #5  
I would go with the used tractor with the Backhoe! I have a TC33D no loader or backhoe and love it. I also have a Kubota B20 with backhoe and loader. I love using the backhoe. You will get a lot more for your money in used machines. 300 hours is nothing.
Sherpa
 
   / TC35d used or TC33da new??? #6  
That backhoe builds in about 3000 - 4000$ worth of 'equity' into the used tractor deal. Unless the combo is abused.. it is by far a better price deal... Course it is out of warranty.. your call. Keep in mind that tractors don't depreciate like cars.. especially not CUT / SCUT units. That built in equity would pay for a decent sized repair.. and you'd still be ahead of the game on hp and money..

Soundguy
 

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