Help a brother out: Is e-Hydro safe for haying operations?

[ddivinia]

We have used our hydro 3720 to Rolabar rake and even pull a small NH baler. It had plenty of power just the physical size is too small. Can't lift the rake off the ground but it handled the NH baler fine. No way it could even think of pulling the JD 327....

Since I bought the TN65, we only use the 3720 to tedder with a two basket. Its used mostly for loader work, pulling a 6' flail mower and 6' rototiller and spraying with a 100-150 3pt sprayer. Like ddivinia said, get the full cruise kit. When we bought the tractor, it came with cruise control only. It was a real pain to reset the speed every time you stopped the tractor. We bought the extra controls from JD (I don't remember how much $$) and within an hour I had the 2 switches in. Now once you set the cruise speed. all you have to do is push the switch and it brings you back up to the same speed. It also has a limiter switch. If your doing loader work and do not want to go above a certain speed. Last, there is a 'strength?' switch that I only use if I'm carry something with the forks thats ready to topple over at the slightest jerk.

Personaly, I prefer a clutch and gears because it feels more positive but there is nothing like getting into tight places and directional changing like a hydro. Also, you can crawl along at .2mph if you wish.

I have driven a 4x20 with the power reverser. Pretty sure it was 4720 but not positive. Very nice tractor!! I'm sure that tractor would be big enough but it all depends on what size equipment. My only concern for the hydro would be if you work it hard, that it won't last as long as a geared tranny.

Dan

Any proof on the last as long as a geared tranny? I would think that it might out last a geared tranny in many ways.

D.

 

[Wildcat Ranch]

ddivinia, I don't know for a fact. For loader work, I can see where a hydro would be less 'wear and tear' but for straight line work? I was just giving my opinion. Maybe someone more knowledgeable can comment.

Dan

 

[4720 OWNER]

Did some discing with 4720 hst. Wow lots easier with the cab and such, basically could just relax and let the tractor have its way with the field and listen to the barely heard rocks bounce off the disc blades. Have driven gear as well and if there is a choice i prefer the hst with computer assist to do my work, plus the a/c is awful nice on a hot day. And with the snow removal can just about take it at leisure knowing will be snug as bug in rug even if blowing and snowing. Cannot say as far as longevity or other issues, but the new gear ones are almost as complicated electronically as the hst under the hood.

 

[DK_Farms]

I have a 4610 HST that I use for raking and square baling. I have also bush hogged with an MX-6 for hours at a time. It has 600+ hours and it doesn't seem to be bothered by continuous operation. If you get one, make sure you order the cruise control.

 

[Briana03]

I moved your thread to the new Haying forum!