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Kirk Grau

02-27-2004 13:32:19

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Looking for recommendations.

Last year we bought 15 acres for our horses. Most of 13 is fenced for pasture and the rest is yard, driveway, etc.

Already have a little garden tractor for the yard so that is not really a consideration. Not really sure how much tractor I need but I think I want a small "estate" type tractor to mow pastures, dig fence holes, move manure piles, etc. Obviously dollars are a consideration or I would already have something. I could probably go as high as $10,000 for tractor and implements, but would be a lot more comfortable at $6-7000. Is this possible? I can fix most anything, but don't really enjoy it like some do so I would like to stay away from restoration projects if I can.

Thanks in Advance for any help.

Kirk

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bill

03-02-2004 13:46:19

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

my rec-is a ford 800- r -a 801 -861 good trc about 3500 to 4500 $

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bill

03-02-2004 13:41:03

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

my rec--is a 800 ford 801 ford$ 3500 to $4500 is a good trc

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Kirk Grau

03-01-2004 08:48:46

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

OK,

One of my neighbors just offered me a 15' bat wing mower for basically peanuts (It works and looks to be in pretty good shape too). How much tractor am I going to need to be able to use this?

Kirk

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Kirk Grau

02-29-2004 12:05:36

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

Thanks for all the insight guys. You have provided things for me to think about and shop for. Please keep them coming.

I am inclined to be looking for something newer ('70s) if I can afford it, but the dollars are pretty scarce right now. Horses have a way of doing that.

Thanks Again

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the hard way

02-29-2004 10:12:31

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

One thing I've found (the hard way) is you can get a lot of attachments included with a tractor a whole lot cheaper than buying individually and trying to add 3pt and remotes can be a real pain (wallet and feet). At the risk of stepping on nostalgic tractor lovers toes, I'd suggest 50HP, 3pt, live pto, hyd remotes, loader. MFD -if you can find it affordable, sure helps with loader work. My first was a Super C and is very limited for my 30ac except mowing wet spots. I upgraded to industrial tractor that has the weight, front end, and power to handle loader, backhoe, ph digger and baler. With your acreage at least a 6'disc and cutter unless you have a whole lot of extra time on your hands. You'll find a lot more instances of wishing you had more tractor than less usually.

Mac

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Dan Kelley

02-28-2004 20:11:30

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

I've got 5 acres and a Farmall M. The only reason I got something so big is so that I could move heavy stuff around the yard (such as I-beams) with the front loader. Now that I have it, I don't ever want to part with it. Great tractor. It's a bit much for my small acreage, but...

Were it not for the heavy lifting, I would seriously consider a Case VA or a Farmall Super C. The Farmall Super letter series had the live hydraulics and PTO. Any of the Farmall hundred series would be good too. 100, 200, 300, etc.

I agree with the comments about the 3-pt. I'm looking at $600+ to install a 3 point on my Farmall. Not cheap! Then, I'm worried about it interfering with my front loader hook-ups. I'm also looking at upgrading to live hydraulics for another chunk of cash. I'll be spending more than the tractor is worth, but such is our hobby.

If you want a work tractor, get something newer that has all the gadgets. If you want a hobby, nothing beats the earlier tractors.

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Chuck

02-28-2004 22:14:59

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Re: Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Dan Kelley, 02-28-2004 20:11:30

I would go with a old kabota (245h or similar) I have a Farmall C with a loader and belly grader. use for leveling round pen and arena.(have horses). But you can't beat the kobuta for ease of operation and economy. Oh yes I do collect old cases and have 9 now and love them from when I was a kid 60 years ago. Be sure to get something with a three point and loader. Good luck and enjoy the horses. They are fun.

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Bill(Wis)

02-28-2004 07:33:45

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

The best advice I have to offer is to make sure whatever you buy has a three point hitch. Factory three point is better than add on. This is where the older Fords and Fergusons excel. Also helps to have draft control if you are going to do any plowing or certain other things. The three point hitch will allow you to make use of just about any implement currently on the market. Also nice to have live or independent PTO & hydraulics.

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Dirthog

02-28-2004 04:52:44

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

I agree with Chuck. Although I personally would go with a MF35 or maybe better a mf65. My reason for the 35 and not the 135 is personal only, I like the rounded body style before they went to the 100 series. I have a mf65, the best machine I have ever owned, tractor or not.

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chuck

02-27-2004 22:25:03

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

I picked up a mf-135 and love it. Has live pto,ps,
loader,3 point,draft control for plowing. Only weighs 3500 or so and can be trailered if needed be. Great little tractor.

mf-135

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Warm in Texas

02-27-2004 17:52:54

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

If I had that kind of money, I'd buy a nice older (60's or 70's) model John Deere 3020 or 4020. Gobs of power and easy to drive. Parts all over the place. Put a double spindle 8 foot mower on the back and groom the pastures. Either one would take a 12 to 15 foot bat wing mower if you can find a good deal.

I have 9 acres for the horses, use a 60's model IHC B 414, 36 PTO horsepower and a 6 foot mower. Does everything I want it to do and only cost about $2000.

Utility tractors might be somewhat more what you are looking for rather than the typical farm tractor used for raising row crops. They are a tad bit easier to move in the tight spots.

I happen to be prejudiced against the N series Fords, but do like the 2000, 3000, 4000 and 5000 series tractors for the same reason that I like the John Deeres earlier mentioned.

Good luck with the new place for your ponies. I sure like having mine around.

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buck

02-27-2004 16:21:34

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

My recommendation would be mid 60's to mid 80's 50+ hp. You pick the brand. These tractors can be had for about the same price as their 50-hp counterparts while having ample power and weight for loaders,mowers,post drivers plus most all will have the live pto,power steering,multiple remotes,better brakes and loader capable features.

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Jim.UT

02-27-2004 14:12:34

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

I'd say get something with a pto and a 3 point hitch. I'm partial to Fords of the 50's but that's just me. My recommendation would be a '55-'57 Ford 860 or '58-'62 861 (5 speed tranny, live pto).

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farmall

02-27-2004 13:50:50

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Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to Kirk Grau, 02-27-2004 13:32:19

a farmall letter series would be good, there wehre alot of them to keep the price down, implements are readily available. youd need nothing smaller then a C though probably a H or M

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jeff in nh

02-27-2004 14:11:04

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Re: Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to farmall, 02-27-2004 13:50:50

I love my International 300 utility for such projects. Around here you can usually get one for around $3000-4000. Ford 600's or 800's could be good for similar stuff at right around the same price.

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jeff in nh

02-27-2004 14:10:44

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Re: Re: Tractor Recommendations in reply to farmall, 02-27-2004 13:50:50

I love my International 300 utility for such projects. Around here you can usually get one for around $3000-4000. Ford 600's or 800's could be good for similar stuff at right around the same price.

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