5425 any options to avoid? Must have?

[Zebra5]

Looking for a Used JD 5425. Any options to avoid? Must have? MY want List:
ISO operator station
MFWD
PowerReverser
E-PTO
Mid SCVs & joystick
Rear SCV
542 SL loader
Front guard
AG/R1 tires
Telescoping lower draft links

Options I am unsure about:

12/12 vs 24/24 PowerReverser
E hitch
Loader suspension

 

[tjkadar]

For me, the cab was a must have. The e-hitch is nice, but I was unable to get a tractor in my time frame with the e-hitch. If you can get it, it is a nice option, but don't lose sleep over it. I have the 12/12 transmission and have found it to be good for my applications. The 24/24 would have been cool, but I couldn't justify the cost for what I'm doing. Same thing with the loader suspension. For me, it was not needed. YMMV.

 

[ddivinia]

Looking for a Used JD 5425. Any options to avoid? Must have? MY want List:
ISO operator station
MFWD
PowerReverser
E-PTO
Mid SCVs & joystick
Rear SCV
542 SL loader
Front guard
AG/R1 tires
Telescoping lower draft links

Options I am unsure about:

12/12 vs 24/24 PowerReverser
E hitch
Loader suspension

e-hitch is WAY cool. And very handy - will have a switch on the fender - makes hooking implements much easier.

I have the 12/12. I would pass on the 24/24 due to the electronic PTO engagement. I am not sold on it with large implements (batwing, balers, etc). I like the feel of a manual engagement.

Loader suspension - do it. Hauling stuff across a rough pasture will sell you on it. It will beat you to death with it off. I know when I have it set wrong.

Do you plan on running a grappple or 4 way bucket. If so, consider the 3rd Mid SCV.

On the rear valves, depending on what you are doing with them you might want the deluxe valves. I wish I had them. When I run my weed wiper, I have to hold the valve on with a bungee cord. With the deluxe valves I just have to change a setting.

I have the 542 SL loader and I would go the other way - non self leveling. It limits the movement of the FEL and the visibility is worse with it.

Not sure of the other options on the ISO, but get all the lights they offer on it - very handy.

Also, the variable shuttle is nice, but not a must have.

Which wheels and tires are you getting? I would get the factory installed wheel weights (95lb) if I had to do it over.

Adjustable draft links - get them for sure.

I am sure I have confused you enough.

What do you plan on doing with the tractor?

D.

 

[Zebra5]

I have hunting property. Primary use will be brush hogging trails. Then the usual loader work, moving rocks, dirt brush, logs etc.
I plan on buying used, expecting the new 5x30 series coming out will drive the prices down.
I was thinking the SL loader for the increased capacity.
It will only see fair weather use, so no cab.

 

[dgl24087]

I have hunting property. Primary use will be brush hogging trails. Then the usual loader work, moving rocks, dirt brush, logs etc.
I plan on buying used, expecting the new 5x30 series coming out will drive the prices down.
I was thinking the SL loader for the increased capacity.
It will only see fair weather use, so no cab.

The new model may the opposite effect on pricing for used tractors, especially if the new tractor carries a significant price increase.

 

[ddivinia]

My experience has been unless you just stumble onto a deal - buy a new tractor. They really don't seem to depreciate much. Implements - you can get some deals on. I saved a small fortune buying used hay baling equipment.

D.

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

It looks like you have most of the best "goodies" picked out.

I can tell you after having a 5420 in the family for 5 years, I wish we'd gotten the cab. They are the one thing that I can almost guarantee that any money spent upfront on, can be recouped if sold years later. There are many like me that have open tractors and would love to upgrade to a cab model. I look at pricing of used cab models and they are definitely about $6 grand higher than non-cab.

 

[Zebra5]

My experience has been unless you just stumble onto a deal - buy a new tractor. They really don't seem to depreciate much. Implements - you can get some deals on. I saved a small fortune buying used hay baling equipment.

D.

Local JD dealer does not have pricing or info on the new 5X30 series yet, but said expect to pay about 20% off what seller paid (not list price). I know Deeres hold their value (unlike cars) and at a point actually sell for more. I may have to look older (5420), but wanted the E PTO w/Reverser.

If I were in TX I would get a cab. I have done without one (cab) for the last 18 years and still don't want one.

 

[ddivinia]

Local JD dealer does not have pricing or info on the new 5X30 series yet, but said expect to pay about 20% off what seller paid (not list price). I know Deeres hold their value (unlike cars) and at a point actually sell for more. I may have to look older (5420), but wanted the E PTO w/Reverser.

If I were in TX I would get a cab. I have done without one (cab) for the last 18 years and still don't want one.

5603 has PR and ePTO, but it has a cab.

I wonder how much different the 30s are going to be. Has anybody heard anything?

D.

 

[RollingsFarms]

5603 has PR and ePTO, but it has a cab.

I wonder how much different the 30s are going to be. Has anybody heard anything?

D.

is that going to be the number series that replaces only the 5025 series or is it all 5003 and 5025 series? a fella on here said his dealer told him Deere was only renumbering the lines, but I don't know if that's all theyre planning to do or not.