|
A little food for thought. I ranch in Montana and have Three tractors. A Massy MF150 two wheel drive. One JD 92hp and one Kubota 135 Hp. The later are both 4x4. Hp is not all that needs to be considered. Torque to the ground is critical. I love my old 67 Massey and word it all summer picking up bales, blading, harrowing the fields and cutting the lane. The larger tractors are needed for the larger equip., balers, ditchers, feeding and moving snow. In NC, I wouldn't think a 4x4 would be needed unless you are in sand. I would highly consider any future use you might have. Loader, yard work, etc. A three point hitch is a must and rear PTO. Hydro in the rear is nice depending on attachments. Do you want or need a bucket to landscape? If I were to buy today again, I would repeat the Kubota all day long. The Best engine out there, the best fuel economy available and the best resale all day long. If you like green the purchase a JD. If you like Red then purchase a Massey or Case. You couldn't give me Case do to the maintanence issues. That said, If I were you, I would find a nice skidsteer and load up on attachments that meet your needs. Brush Hog all day long in the narrowest of areas. Move dirt, lift engines, plant trees, etc. The sky is the limit. I have a front attachment for mine and I move all of my trailers and balers in and out of the shop. Gooseneck or bumper pull. My Bobcat is used everyday and worth every penny. I have had three and made money everytime I have upgraded or sold for a lower hour machine.
|