The 3520, whats the scoop?

[_RaT_]

Our association is buying a used "harvest" tractor as they call them here. Our choice is a used 3520 in hydro or shuttle shift or an equivalent in a Kubota HP wise. I have not investigated Deeres in many years. I looked at the 4310 prior to a tractor purchase back in 2004 I think it was but could not get past the cast aluminum rear axle. What are these new Deeres like? My local dealer is quite far so before I head out to check them out I thought I would gather a little input from folks that own this series. Specifically how is the loader for removal? Is the eHydo solid? Any known issues on this model to look for? I do have a dealer that can look up all the problems on the brands they carry that have had warranty work done something I'd advise anyone to do when looking at any brand. Thanks in advance...

 

[Cocre]

I own an eHydro JD 3320, pretty much identical to the 3520 minus a couple of HP. My opinion (if you buy the Deere) is to get the eHydro if you are going to do much loader work. I believe the 3x20 series is pretty much cast aluminum from the engine back, but I am not aware of any issues with this. Metallurgy has changed things over the years, and cast aluminum just ain't what it used to be. There is a video on YouTube of some guy trying to get stuck car out of the mud with a 3x20 Deere that demonstrates that the tractor will not just break in half on you.

The loader is off or on in a minute, just make certain you are on firm level ground. Same with the backhoe.

The one thing I would require from the Deere dealer is that they provide a new aftermarket battery. The JD battery seems good for about three years max.

I am happy with my 3320 and highly recommend the series to any potential CUT buyer.

 

[jenkinsph]

RaT,
About the only thing I can think of is on slopes alot of the guys find they need wheel spacers to get a wider track or stance. So far the ehydros' are solid, loader removal is easy but some attention should be paid to the loader mounting shims. Other than that these seem to be solid tractors.


Steve

 

[_RaT_]

I am partial to hydro if for no other reason then when you have inexperienced operators which we have, its simply easier on the tractor. I recognize and know well the differences between shuttle and hydro having owned both for extensive periods. My current tractor is a shuttle. I appreciate your comments about the Deere eHydro. Still concerned about the aluminum.

 

[jenkinsph]

RaT,
Well haven't seen you post lately but if memory serves me you were one of the first to buy a 110tlb.

Steve

 

[_RaT_]

RaT,
Well haven't seen you post lately but if memory serves me you were one of the first to buy a 110tlb.

Steve

I was the first to want a 110TLB, already had a L48. I would still take the 110 TLB over the L48. I think Tags was the first....

 

[pilot-werx]

I do not not own a 3520 but the fellow I bought my 4210 from recently bought one. He only has one big big problem.... He lost the turbo in less than 20 hrs. Other than that he loves it.

My 4210 has the ehydro and I have never had a problem with it. In regards to the cast axle housing, have nothing bad to say about it. Although I use the 4210 around my house, it gets a good work out with the back hoe and no issues after a 1000 hours.

What is your concern with rear axle?

I have a 110 tlb that get the crapped knocked out of it in my business and it has been rock solid aside from a few hydraulic leaks. It is powerful little tractor....

 

[Cidertom]

Do try the shuttle if it is the 12/12 reverser. The ability to travel just as fast in reverse as forward can make moving piles quicker than ehydro.

 

[Cocre]

Do try the shuttle if it is the 12/12 reverser. The ability to travel just as fast in reverse as forward can make moving piles quicker than ehydro.

Not saying you are wrong, but I have never noticed that reverse was slower on my 3320 eHydro than forward. It might be, just never noticed.

 

[soulasphil]

Extremely pleased with my 3520 Power-reverser. Lots of power. Forward or backwards at the same speed and RPM at the flip of a finger. Dual break pedals on the right side. Very strong loader (300CX) that does not reach far enough forward for my taste. Not much noise and little smoke. Narrow for that size tractor, which is a plus as it covers its tracks with a 5 foot implement, but also a liability as it feels unstable on slopes (after getting used to it I think it's more an impression than anything else as I've never been in trouble on the many slopes I have to mow).