The Ford 3000 to me is a maneuverable tractor that's pretty stable. Are there other ones that are better? Maybe. Thing is while they may be better they may not be able to accomplish the same amount of work. Not only are you looking at HP you are looking at weight.
For example the Farmall H VS the Ford 8N VS the AC CA.
H was 24 HP and dry 3875 pounds. Wheel base 88.32 "
8N 23.5 HP 2410 70"
CA 23 2835 82"
Now I'm comparing all 3 with wide front because the Ford was only available in WFE.
Providing that the wheels will turn to the same angle on each tractor the Ford should be more maneuverable without using the steering brakes. My experience is that the AC CA will actually turn tighter. The wheels turn unbelievable tight on the CA. Using the steering brake? All 3 with good brakes will spin around on one tire.
Now which one will pull better? The Farmall H. Weight and the larger rear tires will win the day. Also the H has a longer stroke engine so it makes just a bit more torque.
AS far as stability? The lower the tractor is the lower the center of gravity.
NOw what's churning up the yard? Soil type will make a huge difference. Soft sandy soils almost anything can mark it up. How hard you turn. Weight all will be factors. If the wife insists on a perfectly manicured lawn you may want to look at a wheel barrow and a pair of sneakers. IF she's OK with a couple of scuff marks something on the light side will be better but will limit what you can do. If she's ok with it torn up a bit a D2 Cat is in order :shock: :lol: !
As far as the fight over brands? My big thing is everything eventually is going to need repaired. That means parts. If parts are not available I don't care how much you like it it ain't worth much. The myth that a certain brand doesn't break down is just pure garbage. The MM 335 you mentioned? They made less than 4,000 of them back in the 50's. Who's going to make parts for that today? Our hosts on here sell parts. Go look at what's available for different tractors. It's all based on demand and profit. That old Ford you mentioned has good parts availability but isn't going to fit your needs too well. IF you like vintage then you may be one of the people who needs a more modern compact tractor for around the yard and a vintage tractor as a play toy. Just have to convince the wife that there is no such thing as too many tractors..... :lol: :lol:
I currently own an Famall 1206 and 706. 1 Ford 860 and an 8N (for sale) a JCB 3CIII backhoe and a 1947 Cat D4. I mow my lawn with a Zero Turn!
Also do a little research. The AC guys get mad but AC had issues with gear jumping from about 1940 to 1975. Mostly due to how they were operated but it still happened. What they like to do is pop out of 2nd or 3rd, while going downhill with a loaded wagon or such pushing you. Could be a very dangerous situation. Kinda like the early TA equipped Farmalls. Some would freewheel in TA low going down hill too. With a load pushing? Not good.
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