which model

[hosejockey2002]

I'm probably a little biased to my 1401D. I have never used either of the other two. The 1300D I beleive is similar to the 1401D, just has two cylinders so it would be louder and not as smooth. The 1500D is also two cylinders, but is bigger and heavier than the other two. I have however heard that some parts for the 1500 are getting scarce or not available. The 1401D is powerful for its size, quiet, reliable, uses hardly any fuel. It works well with a FEL as long as you are sane about it and don't try to bite off more than the machine can chew. If I were to do it all over again, I might be inclined to spend a few more bucks and go for a 1610D.

 

[Inspector507]

Golfgar4,
Len has no website, but he can be reached at sheaftractor@coiinc.com for e-mail or 815-284-3226 by phone. He is one of the dealers that posted quite often over there at Yuckoo.com. He may be the closest to you of all the dealers that posted there.
I have ordered parts from him by e-mail and he is super.

 

[EFC]

Ok, I have used every one of the tractors previously mentioned so I had to answer this one. Before I get started the 1500D is not getting hard to get parts for. The 1300D and a 1401D are about the same as an apple and a carrot. Totally different hood and dash, 2 vs. 3 cyl engine ECT. They do share the same rear wheel diameter (16"). The 1500D is your basic 2cyl screwdriver it does everything right and will do it day after day on a minimal amount of fuel. It has 21" rear rims and eight speeds fwd, two reverse. It is physically bigger than a 1300D or 1401D and a little heavier. All of these tractors have a differential lock. Shuttle shift models are nice but with them comes added complexity and cost. I have a dealer in WI that has a few Yanmars with loaders in stock and can service your tractor. You can visit his web site at http://svteched.tripod.com/nicksnurseryandfarmservice/

 

[Golfgar4]

Great /w3tcompact/icons/grin.gif. Maybe Len will post here soon. I'll be seeing my buddy Saturday night, so I'll talk with him about when he's going down to Dixon again. I'd just like to get info. on machines in the 30 hp to 40 hp range. I'm developing quite a library, and since you all came over from Yuckoo.com /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif, I've got a real interest in Yanmar - especially the cost/w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif. Look's awfully good! And I'm hearing good things from everyone who's talking about them. Thanks again!

 

[Inspector507]

Don't just think about the cost.........think about reliability. The Yanmars have that going for them if nothing else. Then there's the parts support, the fellow owners/dealers. This little 1700 2WD has been great. I pulled an 800lb homemade woodstove up out of my basement with this thing, along with a boom pole and a rigged up 12V winch.
I turn the key, it starts, never hesitates.

 

[pennwalk]

Here is the Index page to pictures of many of the gray Yanmars. I think the pictures are from the yard of a Japanese exporter. http://www.sankoind.co.jp/traphoto/yanmar/

Chris

 

[Golfgar4]

EFC - Thanks for the info. I visited the web site and sent an email asking for info. I mentioned that if he makes a sale, you get a finders commission!/w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif.

 

[EFC]

SWEET! it is my lucky day!!

 

[lens12]

parts prices

Another factor to consider becides availability of parts is the cost of parts . Yanmar's suggested list price islower than the other Japanese brands. Have your body give me a call when he's coming to Dixon & I'll give him directions. I have a good selection of tractors in stock for you to look at. Contact me at sheaftractor@coiinc.com or 815-284-3226

 

[Golfgar4]

Re: parts prices

Lens12 - Thanks for the info. I'll contact you.