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m keller

04-07-2005 15:13:04




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I am working on a budget for a future purchase and need advice on what type tractor and horsepower to consider. My main use will be cutting a 40' x 1200' grass aircraft runway. I would like to be able to cut it fairly short and in 3 or 4 easy passes therefore I'm thinking a 15' batwing. What would be the minimum horsepower needed for that ? I'm not rich so I'm thinking older (MF ?) tractor. Would also want to use loader, brush hog, and all of the normal hobby farm type implements.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions and advice.
Mike

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Dixieland

04-07-2005 17:06:10




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 Re: need tractor purchasing advice in reply to m keller, 04-07-2005 15:13:04  
You ain't gonna get it short with a batwing...the most economical would be a finishing mower for cutting it close and are available up to 6'...but it also depends on the type of grass you will be mowing. Massey made a Model 240 diesel with 40 hp and very versitle with all type of equipment... you and should be able to find a good used one...I don't think the 240 is still available new but whatever took its place would be sufficiant

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m keller

04-08-2005 12:30:32




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 Re: need tractor purchasing advice in reply to Dixieland, 04-07-2005 17:06:10  
I had hoped for a few more replies but I truly appreciate your input. Thanks again.
mike



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