18 acres on a YM195

[sydcecil]

I'm new to the forum and new to Yanmars. Will a YM 195 with a 5 ft belly mower be sufficient to cut 18 acres? I'll also be cutting on an elevation for part of my venture.

How 'bout price? Is $4500 the right price for this tractor with snow blower and mower (good shape/ 580 hrs).

Thanks for any and all comments.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

I think you'd be fine with that setup, and the price is fair - except you don't mention a "D". I would be lost without four wheel drive on my 186D. It gives 40% more HP to the ground, and even for mowing, is all the differance in the world. With it engaged I get better traction, less overheating and, better fuel economy.

It is still a good deal without it, and may do fine at your place.

Be sure to check carefully, I wish I would have realized how serious the lack of brakes in mine

 

[rockyridgefarm]

be sure to read pertinent threads, too. Three digit YM's are US models, four digits refer to gray market. There are differences...

 

[TexasTractors]

Depends on what you are cutting, 18 ac of grass or brush. You might be served well to look around for a yanmar in the 25-30 HP range. A YM 2500 would be perfect.