Buying Advice 2538HST TLB VS 1538HST TLB

jwcinpk · Feb 4, 2016

Looking at replacing the 3316 HST with something a little newer, bigger, and with a more potent backhoe. I thought surely the 1538 was the way to go, but dealer is really pushing the 2538. I know the 1538 will be a fine tractor. 2000 hours and no problems with the 3316. Don't know much about the 2538 except it's supposed to be a rebranded TYM. Looking at the specs they seem to be comparable tractors with the exception of a $5000 price difference. Anyone with experience on the 2538 HST?

Navasot · Feb 4, 2016

Stick with the 1538.... nothing wrong with the 2538 at all but that 1538 with a 4cly sitting inside it is a mean combo

Navasot · Feb 4, 2016

for the price though... id get a 4500series with a backhoe for about the same price

jwcinpk · Feb 4, 2016

I think the 4500 series is too big for inside poultry houses. I have a 6000 and a 7010 for heavier work.
What model TYM is the 2538? Maybe there's some more info on it over on the TYM page.

Navasot · Feb 4, 2016

Theres really not one maybe the platform but that's it.. It has a Mahindra T4 engine and loader/bk is made specific for it. What kind of info do you need? spec sheet? They have it up on the website now. This tractor has been out in Tx for a bit but just now hit Nation wide.