Which Older Tractor - A Few Options I've Found

[clayrogers]

I'm new here, hi guys!

We just bought a place with 20 acres of land. I'm looking for a tractor so I can brush hog and do some work around the land. I really would like a front end loader on it as well. I'll be using it to move firewood, assist in getting our .5acre garden ready, move snow in the winter etc.

With a new place, we have PLENTY of other things to spend money on. So, I really want to keep it to around $5,000. So, that pretty much means an older ag tractor I'm thinking. Here are a few I'm considering:

Massey furgeson 175 diesel w loader

Allis Chalmers D17 loader tractor

John Deere Tractor/Loader

1961 JOHN DEERE 2010

I have never owned a tractor before though so I really have a lot to learn. What do you guys think of those? Is there something else I should be looking at?

I originally was thinking of just getting a Ford 8n and finding a brush hog for it. But, with no live pto and a lot of people say underpowered I decided to look elsewhere.

Thanks in advance for the help!

 

[4570Man]

Id get the massy simply because it is diesel. It also says the loader is equipped with SSQA ( skid steer quick attach ) which is a big plus. The Massey also appears to have been barn kept. The tires, paint, hoses, and everything else will be in better shape because of this. One problem I see is only the $6500 deer have ROPS ( roll over protection system). 4wd would be great, but I doubt you will find a tractor with a loader and 4wd for 5k.b

 

[4570Man]

Just a warning. These old tractors will take some maintenance to keep running. Some might require immediate work before you can even use it.

 

[stuckmotor]

My thinking: If you get a tractor without a 3ph, you'll wish you had one. If you get a tractor without a loader, you'll wish you had one. If you get a loader without SSQA you'll wish you had it. Attachments to fit a SSQA are everywhere attachments to fit a specific loader are usually more expensive and harder to find.

 

[stuckmotor]

4570man makes good sense. A tractor repair fund is a good thing to have.

Just a warning. These old tractors will take some maintenance to keep running. Some might require immediate work before you can even use it.

 

[jenkinsph]

I would get the Massey Ferguson 175 and plan on spending a little to fix it up.

 

[roadhunter]

Just a warning. These old tractors will take some maintenance to keep running. Some might require immediate work before you can even use it.

This ^^^^. Factor in the time spent fixing things and getting parts and the older tractors are not as "cheap" as they appear to be. That being said working on them is fairly straightforward compared to the new ones and most parts are available. Just be prepared to be broke down on a regular basis from my experience. Busted hoses are something that comes to mind. Issues with rust in fuel tank are another I've spent time working on. Lots of leaks. Just part of the fun.

 

[2458n]

So I believe the old 175 wins this round. You will find out if there are standard problems to look for -search the heck out of this tractor. Check the rear tires as they are expensive. Depending on your use you can run around on half used tires for 30 years ;or you can cut one down on a "t" type fence post when plowing snow. If you find someone who has one in your area make sure you get and remember their name. You will become a member of a club owning the same tractor. Stay on this site and you will learn many things that you did not even consider.

 

[PHPaul]

Of the ones listed, the Massey stands out.

The $6500 John Deere is WAY overpriced, especially since it's gas. If it was a diesel and $1000 or $1500 cheaper, maybe.

The 2010 is not much tractor for the money and the 10 series wasn't John Deere's best effort.

The Allis is a lot of tractor but I'm assuming it's gas and it may have the goofy snap-coupler hitch system that isn't compatible with much.

 

[LD1]

Agree with above poster, the massey stands out. And it is way more tractor than the rest. More power, bigger and heavier. And the perkins diesel engine is a beast. But it worries me they dont list the hours. If pushing 6000-7000 hrs, its either nearing a rebuild or just had one done.

The D17 dont say gas or diesel and dont say 3PH, so assuming gas and snap coupler as well. Wont be as handy, and have a feeling parts for those old AC tractors are gonna be a bit harder to find and more $$

The 301a @ 4400 hours is pretty high for a gas motor, not to mention out of your budget. It does have a nice loader and bushhog though, if the guy would be willing to negotiate 4500-5000 wouldnt be a bad buy for that tractor. And its the smallest of the lot.

The 2010 is is a tad bigger than the 301a, but that thing looks rough. Tires are nearly bald and thats not a good combo with a loader on a 2wd tractor. Gonna be about worthless without something on the back. Tires will set you back $800 right from the start. Perks are it does have a rebuilt motor, but who did it? Was it a half @$$ job to slap some new bearings in there and get it ready to sell? or did they do it right. I would want to see some receipts for both parts and machine work before I would even consider.

You need to make some phone calls to get some more info before you can make an informed decision.

Massey....how many hours?
D17, Hours, Gas or diesel, 3PH or snap coupler
301a negotiable. $6500 is too high.
2010..full overhaul or in-frame? Who did the work? receipts?Etc.