Best bang for buck?

[Nissan197]

I am looking for a tractor that will be used on 10 acres of land. It will be used to assist in the building of a house, FEL work, mowing (rough and finish), grading of drive and setting posts for fences. What would be the best bang for my hard earned money? Have been looking at Mahindra; Farm Trac and Kioti, but Kioti dealer stopped selling them a month ago so I think they are out of the running due to no close Kioti dealer. I have even thought of Farm Pro, but I want to make sure the tractor stays together since I plan on owning it for a very long time (not saying they are not good, they just don't look as good as the other brands; I guess looks can be deceiving though). I think for the tasks I should go with at least a 30 HP 4 X 4. Does not matter gear or HST. Might as well save some money and go with a shuttle shift. Any recommendations on the above noted tractors?

 

[jbrumberg]

Nissan197:

I have had both geared and HST driven tractors If you intend to do a lot of FEL and mowing work I would recommend HST. HST is much more convenient. I would also suggest 4X4 and power steering. Jay

 

[dgl24087]

Have you looked at a New Holland TC30?

 

[Dargo]

I think with the prices from some aggressive dealers, unless you want to go Chinese (where you may get a terrific bargain or a PIA), the Mahindra may be hard to beat.

 

[IslandTractor]

I agree with Dargo. With Kioti out of the running Mahindra is likely your best bang for the buck. Something in the 25+ hp range should do nicely.

 

[roxynoodle]

I don't know if this is nationwide or just my local dealer, but they are advertising the Mahindra 2815 for 0% for 48 months. For a 4wd with loader, they are showing a payment of $225.53/month.

 

[orgt]

What would be the best bang for my hard earned money? noted tractors?

I came across this site not long ago. There might be companies like this in KS. Not an expert but it seems to me that the refurb work looks pretty thorough and you get a LOT of bang for the buck:

4wds

 

[roxynoodle]

Be careful with a refurbished grey market tractor. If you go the grey market route you may be a lot happier with an original condition tractor from a quality dealer.

 

[kossetx]

If I could give any advice it would be don't rush into anything. Take your time, just look around for a while. I found a new TC40A for less than I could get any mahindra in the same HP. I liked the mahindra too, but felt the NH was a better deal. If you wait and watch, the right one will come along.

 

[aesanders]

I sure wouldn't overlook companies like Kubota, New Holland, Massey Fergusen and John Deere. Often times they have sales on select models or volume discounts on certain machines that will get you into a great tractor for a reasonable price. The New Holland TC series A models are ofen overlooked, but are great tractors for the money.


My local JD dealer has 790's at 11k. It has 24pto hp and 4wd.

 

[Wesdor]

I purchased a new Deere (4310) 2 years ago. At the time several friends told me this about Deere:

"You can buy better, but you can't pay more."

My brother bought a Kubota 3400 a few months prior to my purchase and after comparing prices, I feel that I actually got more bang for the buck than he did.

I looked at the Chinese tractors, but in the final analysis decided to go with a more well known name. I also feel that having a great dealer nearby is of vital importance.

I think the best advice is to take your time, try many different makes and models, and in the end, decide what is best for your situation.

 

[Nissan197]

Thanks for all of the responses. Yesterday I went and looked at a FarmTrac 360DTC with FEL. Dealer was closed, but went and sat on it. Looks to be a pretty nice tractor. Maybe next weekend I will get time to go test drive a few. I would think year end pricing might be starting in the next month or two. I am open to any brand, but would like a dealer pretty close. Dealers in the immediate area of me deal JD, NH, Mahindra, Kubota, and Farm Trac.

 

[canoetrpr]

There are a number of good deals to be had in the big three or four as well. This is particularly the case if you are fine with one of the economy models.

Good choices in my opinion are the Kubota L3400, L4400, JD790 and JD990.

If you want HST, the L3400 is the only one in the lot that qualifies - even still at a great price as a result of the lack of other luxuries.

In my opinion, these four - and in particular - the L4400 and JD990 - offer the best value for your tractor buck for a new purchase.

In your situation, I would also recommend you keep in mind what you are going to need long term - after the house is built. If you need something bigger just for the building phase then rent or contract out.

Good luck.

 

[3RRL]

I felt I got the best bang for the buck when I purchased my 4x4 55hp Kama. I saved an obscene amount of money over similar hp big 3 brands. On top of that, I now have over 250 hours on it. At the price I paid for it, I've already gotten more than my money's worth compared to what it cost to hire the work out.

 

[Sask 2210]

Whyen I started looking for my tractor, I thought used would be the way to go...as I got into it, I realized that, for the work I was going to be doing (breaking 5 acres, from straight prarie) something with warranty would be a better option. Went to NH first, then to JD... ended-up with a new 2210 from JD, with everything I needed, for attachments. They had their year-end incentives going, on that model. I have not been dissapointed! The most important thing, however, is this... my JD dealer treats my like GOLD! I sometimes think I am their only customer! With the amount of money you are potentially going to spend, your dealer’s attitude towards you should be extremely high on your list of must haves, regardless of brand!

By the way, I love my 2210.
Scott

 

[Dargo]

I felt I got the best bang for the buck when I purchased my 4x4 55hp Kama. I saved an obscene amount of money over similar hp big 3 brands. On top of that, I now have over 250 hours on it. At the price I paid for it, I've already gotten more than my money's worth compared to what it cost to hire the work out.

And, you know, I really do believe you. My only issue has been that when I've seriously considered a Chinese made tractor, the one I was looking to buy was gone and the "other" one that replaced it just wasn't right. I guess I'm saying that I've seen the quality vary quite a bit between two tractors that should have been the exact same. You only confirmed my theory that a "good one" can indeed be a darn decent buy.

 

[N80]

I think the Kubota L4400, 4wd is one of the best deals out there. No frills. no bells and whistles, just a good, sturdy powerful CUT at a good price from a good manufacturer. It only comes as a straight gear drive. I paid less than $19,000 with the FEL. I suspect this compares well with comparable Chinese tractors of similar hp and configuration.

 

[coasterez]

I would also recommend looking at Branson and TYM if available to you - Good heavy machines with great loaders.

 

[CDsdad]

The Kubota 3400 and 4400 seem to be good deals. I considered both. The 4400 was too big dimensionally and the 3400 seemed too small. I wound up with a Massey Ferguson. Mahindra looks to be better made now than in the past. Check all of them and get one that fits you best. If you think you will need warranty and service a lot, I wouldn't go Chinese. If you like to mechanic and do-it-yourself Chinese may fit well and save you some money.