jhines
New member
Greetings all,
First, I would like to say that have garnered a lot information from you folks and I really enjoy reading through tractor forum threads (I think one guy called it "tractor ****"). I love antique tractors. I would have a whole yard full of them, if I could (primarily 'cause they're cool). But, I also realize that, while they look neat and are very well built, there is technology available to make tasks far easier and tractors far more capable now than then. This brings us to my line of questioning.
Before I begin, I would like to apologize for the length of this post. I have done a great deal of research (on paper at this point) about new tractors. My needs are basically a versatile piece of equipment whose primary role (at least initially) will be digging and moving. That said, I seek a TLB. I must be financed and I have limited myself to around $20,000. I live in SC (where there is very little selection of anything - tractors, cars, tools, stereo, etc. - think mediocrity). I mention that only because limited dealerships means limited knowledge and lots of [sometimes] bad information. To the following questions I have recieved varied answers.
What is the real usable difference between the 2535 and 3035 other than draft control (...can 130 lb and 2" ground clearance mean that much)?
Can the C50 loader be attached to the smaller frame 2535? If not, do the smaller loaders have the Quick-Tach type system...pallet forks would be nice to have from time to time.
Is there an 8.5' backhoe option or only 7.5'? If so, should I consider a separate pump for the hoe?
Does anyone have enough hours on a C/B to give insight into their lifespan?
What should I expect to pay for each piece (tractor, loader, backhoe)? I have quotes, but they seem high compared to some things I have found on the web.
Thanks for any help,
Jon
First, I would like to say that have garnered a lot information from you folks and I really enjoy reading through tractor forum threads (I think one guy called it "tractor ****"). I love antique tractors. I would have a whole yard full of them, if I could (primarily 'cause they're cool). But, I also realize that, while they look neat and are very well built, there is technology available to make tasks far easier and tractors far more capable now than then. This brings us to my line of questioning.
Before I begin, I would like to apologize for the length of this post. I have done a great deal of research (on paper at this point) about new tractors. My needs are basically a versatile piece of equipment whose primary role (at least initially) will be digging and moving. That said, I seek a TLB. I must be financed and I have limited myself to around $20,000. I live in SC (where there is very little selection of anything - tractors, cars, tools, stereo, etc. - think mediocrity). I mention that only because limited dealerships means limited knowledge and lots of [sometimes] bad information. To the following questions I have recieved varied answers.
What is the real usable difference between the 2535 and 3035 other than draft control (...can 130 lb and 2" ground clearance mean that much)?
Can the C50 loader be attached to the smaller frame 2535? If not, do the smaller loaders have the Quick-Tach type system...pallet forks would be nice to have from time to time.
Is there an 8.5' backhoe option or only 7.5'? If so, should I consider a separate pump for the hoe?
Does anyone have enough hours on a C/B to give insight into their lifespan?
What should I expect to pay for each piece (tractor, loader, backhoe)? I have quotes, but they seem high compared to some things I have found on the web.
Thanks for any help,
Jon