What to buy big vs small?

[lostfoundfarm]

Hi guys new to the forum, looking for some advice on what machine to buy. I have 25 acres, 3 acres pasture, 2 acres old gravel pit the rest forest. I cut a lot of firewood, have a small farm and would like to start composting materials in my old pit and move some gravel for my own needs. I also have a part time landscape business and do a tractor job every now and again. Current choices

New Holland/ Ford 455D Loader Bradco removable hoe (3 point hitch access) http://www.orchardhillsales.net/1997...227&in-stock=1

Bobcat B200 (no 3pth) REDUCED Bobcat B2 Backhoe 4x4 22

Kubota L35/ L48 (3pth) The resource cannot be found.

Ford 2120 or similar 40hp 4x4 tractor with loader Ford 211

I just sold the John Deere 2350 but still have the little bx kubota to use for small stuff

I can move everything but the 455D with my current truck trailer. I guess my question is, is it worth having to pay to move a machine to jobs if it is capable and does everything I need. Thanks. If anyone in New England has anything similar for sale let me know

 

[newbury]

Although the L35/L48 doesn't show up - if it's price competitive I'd vote for that.

 

[jeff9366]

Second with NEWBORN on the L35/L48.

None of the tasks you have specified require a Three Point Hitch.

 

[Creamer]

I am just going to say not enough info on what your needs are. Why did you sell the 2350?

 

[MossRoad]

If you ever want a mower, brush cutter, box blade, disc, drag, rake, etc... you'll want something with a hitch, won't you?

 

[dragoneggs]

If you ever want a mower, brush cutter, box blade, disc, drag, rake, etc... you'll want something with a hitch, won't you?

uh, yeah!

 

[lostfoundfarm]

I do need a 3 point hitch for york raking, skidding firewood etc. Eventually maybe a tree spade, plow/harrow. The 2350 needed a lot of work and is too big to move on my trailer. I like the L35 and L48 but am afraid they wont have the loading capability of the 2350 whic is why I am dran to the Ford/ NH 445D.

 

[lostfoundfarm]

I came across this 445D turbo 3 point hitch, Bradco 611 backhoe. Original owner 311 hours. havent nailed down a price probably somewhere around 18-20k

 

[jeff9366]

Consider pairing a 45-horsepower to 50-horsepower, 4-WD tractor/loader, NO BACKHOE, with a mini-excavator.

If you complete your LOCATION in your T-B-N PROFILE, someone here may notify you of good equipment for sale near you. This happens regularly. Also, in future postings we will know something about your soil, topography, altitude and weather.

 

[lostfoundfarm]

I rent a mini here and there they are nice but it would take me all day to get from one end of my property to another. I will update my location thanks a lot