YM226 Power Shift $2750.00 ???

[NCGMAN]

This ym 226 has power shift, turf tires and 712 hours. The owner is the second owner. Uses it to mow with 5 ft. mower, 5 ft tiller and disc. I know the price is ok, but what I need to know is about the model YM226 and the history of the power shift. Is this tractor to new of a model to get parts for??
Owner says runs excellent, and has never had to put a wrench on it.
All input would be helpful,,, I guess I need to make up my mind about a tractor. And this one is under $3000.00
Owner got a bigger tractor....

 

[mark777]

The YM226 is a domestic model built for the U.S. market and not a gray market tractor. It is not too new to acquire parts. It utilizes the same engine as the YM220 (3T75HA), is a three cylinder and rated at 22 engine HP.

I don't see how you can go wrong if the tractor runs well and everything functions correctly. A used 5' finish mower and turf tires could set you back half the price this owner is asking. Personally, If I needed a tractor, had the money and found the bargain you have...I wouldn't hesitate to make the purchase after a close inspection and trial run. It sounds like a very good deal to me.

Ask anyone that knows or has a power shift transmission. They are rock solid, trouble free and great for shifting on the fly when used with certain implements....especially a front end loader.

Mark

 

[NCGMAN]

Thank you so much for that info. I am going tomorrow and do a test drive and check it out. Thanks again...

 

[kenmac]

I like power shift

 

[MJPetersen]

Me too! I was thinking the other day how I take for granted the ability to shift up the gears 1-2-3 on the go. No almost stopping to change gears.

Mike

 

[dieselgeek]

ditto on the powershift on my 1510d. Since purchase this winter I've used a rear blade, drawbar, and now a 48" KK brush mower.

Although I have to say, HST on my late 1980s B7200 Kubota was a little nicer, the powershift is still very very handy !!

-scott

 

[mark777]

Thank you so much for that info. I am going tomorrow and do a test drive and check it out. Thanks again...

Update?

How was your test run and inspection? Did you happen to take your camera?

 

[NCGMAN]

Went and drove it and operated everything I could remember. He had not cleaned it at all, which was good since he hadn't tried to cover up anything. Only one problem; one of the fuel injector hoses was leaking a little,, the ones that go between each injector,,, no problem!!!! No leaking wheel seals, no bad noise anywhere. I did notice "once" that when I took off it was just a little hesitant and then took off strong.
I guess the first thing I need to do is get a manual for it and do some maintence work on it!!!!! Maybe clean out the trans screen???? Seen it on this site!!!! Man's wife will deliver it tomorrow.. ym226 and a ym mower "delivered" $2850.00... I'M EXCITED!!! You all have a good day...

the GMAN!!!!!

 

[Inspector507]

What a deal...........

 

[tnbowhunter]

ym226 and a ym mower "delivered" $2850.00... I'M EXCITED!!!

If only I could be so lucky!!! You got a great deal, congrats to you.
You will love the power shift feature. From what I hear they are almost "bullet proof."