Time to sell my JD 2320, Considering a 3039R or 4052R
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Very nice. You realize you probably will be the cause of a lack of snow in your area now.
RoyJackson
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The 4052R Cab is a great tractor, but overkill for 2+/- acres. It's also a heavy tractor (about 4500 lbs. with the loader...maybe more)
You could handle a 6' RFM easily...maybe a 7 footer.
I used to mow my grass with a Deere 4400 and 6' RFM. The gage wheels on the RFM would tear up the lawn if I turned too sharply or too fast.
A ZTR has a much lower center of gravity...probably safer on the hilly areas (as long as you mow when the grass is dry)
So, my vote is for the 4052 and a ZTR
Where abouts are you in Vermont?
You could handle a 6' RFM easily...maybe a 7 footer.
I used to mow my grass with a Deere 4400 and 6' RFM. The gage wheels on the RFM would tear up the lawn if I turned too sharply or too fast.
A ZTR has a much lower center of gravity...probably safer on the hilly areas (as long as you mow when the grass is dry)
So, my vote is for the 4052 and a ZTR
Where abouts are you in Vermont?
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RoyJackson
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Did it come with that 2 steps entry, or was that an option?
I've got a bad leg, and the 2-step entry might be something I'd be interested in
Did you get the rear wiper kit? Pretty handy if you use a 3PH snow blower...
Ain't that the truth! Sit back - turn on the tunes (and heat) and go to town!
I completely agree with you on the tractor for mowing. I worry about compaction and overall weight on the leach field and septic tank. I have 2+/- lawn, but 11 acres of woods/pasture. Tried to have the cake and eat it too - but nope. It looks like a zero turn in my future for sure.
Good looking set-up you have there!!
I believe that step is standard. I build a 4052R, and went back and forth for about a month with the dealer. When it came time to order they could not find anything - told me it would be here in February. I thought about walking to the Kubota dealer (which is fine too), but they ended up finding one in Maine that was a special order, but the guy backed out. So now they have to add the goodies I wanted on it. I did also order the rear wiper.
I am in Springfield Vermont, but also spend a good amount of time in the NEK (Barnet, Ryegate area)
RoyJackson
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I've got about 9 acres...2 or so is lawn. The remainder is field (3-4 acres) and forest.
The only tasks I use the 4052 (other than field mowing) is snow removal (plowing or blowing) and annual limbs and branch chipping
My ZTR is also a Deere commercial unit (Z920) which I bought used several years ago. IIRC, had around 200 hours on it. It has about 530 hours on it now and has been a great machine. I would not hesitate to buy another used commercial ZTR again. One thing I do recommend is if you buy a used (or new) ZTR, make sure it has a suspension seat. ZTR's are great mowing machines but have a rough ride.
The only issue I've had with this machine (the ZTR) is the PTO switch. I've had to replace it twice. I found a heavier duty (and less expensive) switch on Amazon, IIRC. No problems since...
I've also swapped out the rear turf tires for bar-turfs. Better grip on slopes
I'm in Bethel, work just outside Claremont NH
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That's fantastic! Just what I am looking for! I am watching the used market and hope I can find one that someone is unloading this fall.
Sounds like your pretty close to my neck of the woods! I am in Claremont often!
Looks like I will be receiving the tractor Friday. Had to wait for some parts and installation.
I ended up buying a Bluetooth radio and speakers, so I will add that next week. Does anyone know if the harness is already above the headliner?
I ended up buying a Bluetooth radio and speakers, so I will add that next week. Does anyone know if the harness is already above the headliner?
