Dealer JCB Fastrac Dealers?

[SuperDutyDave]

Anyone know of a good JCB Fastrac dealer. One that has new inventory, knows accessories etc. Prefereably on the east coast...ideally with a website.

Any help? I have real interest in one and would like to get more educated.


Thanks

Dave

 

[JiminGa]

where are you on the east coast?

 

[Robert_in_NY]

Just go to JCB's site and use the dealer locator. I know Hoobers is a JCB dealer and has a website. Here is JCB's dealer locator site if you don't know it JCB Americas - Dealer Locator

 

[SuperDutyDave]

I am familiar with JCB's website...

I am in Vermont.

Reality is the locator on their site...stinks!

Plus like many other dealer locators it does little to differentiate the "sort of dealer" with the "real dealer" and most likely doesn't give you any website links.

I am looking for a real stocking Fastrac dealer...one that might have several in stock and is very familar with them and equipping them Ideally if they have a website to visit that would be even better. Distance isn't the issue the dealers ability is.

Anyone know of a real stocking Fastrac dealer...one who knows their capablities and knows how to equip them....particularly for tasks beyond basic ag...snow removal property maintenance etc.

Anyone?

Dave

 

[Robert_in_NY]

It linked me to Hoobers. As to wanting it to tell you who is a real dealer or not, well they are all JCB dealers. If your local dealer doesn't want to stock any models or order any in for you to see then go to the next dealer or look elsewhere.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

I just looked and it looks like the only JCB ag dealers in the North East are below NYC. You will have to do some driving if you want to pursue ownership of a brand new JCB Fastrac.

What are your main uses for the Fastrac that you are leaning towards it?

 

[JiminGa]

have you called hq? they are really a very friendly bunch. They bring stuff to the local parades all the time. I'm sure they will be more than happy to match you up with the right dealer.
JCB Americas Main Line: 912-447-2000

Address:

2000 Bamford Blvd, Savannah, GA 31322

 

[SuperDutyDave]

Robert

Do I need a Fastrac...no....do I want one yes.

Probally about a year away from owning.

Uses, some ag, hay. tillage etc.

Also looking at snow removal, salting etc.

Field mowing etc.

Check out JCB's UK site...great info there...check out the snow removal brochure with Fastract setup with plow and rear sander unit. very cool.

Good Tip on calling them...hope they will be helpful...many times they will only refer you to closest dealer regardless of their abilities. We will see...was just hoping some other members might have a referal on their own expirence.

Cheers

Dave

 

[Robert_in_NY]

Robert

Do I need a Fastrac...no....do I want one yes.

Probally about a year away from owning.

Uses, some ag, hay. tillage etc.

Also looking at snow removal, salting etc.

Field mowing etc.

Check out JCB's UK site...great info there...check out the snow removal brochure with Fastract setup with plow and rear sander unit. very cool.

Good Tip on calling them...hope they will be helpful...many times they will only refer you to closest dealer regardless of their abilities. We will see...was just hoping some other members might have a referal on their own expirence.

Cheers

Dave

I didn't ask if you needed one as it doesn't matter. I was only curious as to your use as there are other options if JCB isn't readily available in your area. If you plan on using this for a business and your nearest JCB dealer is 500 miles away you might be in trouble if you have a break down. I am not sure if Claas has the Xerion over here in Canada or not but that is a slick set up. Then there is the New Holland TV145 (which is rumored to be getting a substantial upgrade), Fendt has some great tractors and if I recall you can get them with the high speed tranny, Valtra (also part of the Agco corp like Fendt) has reverse drive tractors which can be very handy and I think you can get some models with high speed trannys and front 3pt and pto.

I have always liked the JCB design and a local guy here ran a couple of them a couple years back but his haying venture didn't last over a year as he mis-judged the market here. His JCB's were both used tractors and I have no idea what he did with them as the next year he switched to being a corn farmer and had two 8000T John Deeres (which again, he only lasted one year then quit).

I would definitely look at Fendt and Valtra for your uses if you can not get a JCB easily. The reverse drive on the Valtra (I think Fendt has it also but I am not positive) would be handy if you go with a disc mower as you can get a 3pt unit designed for front 3pts or reverse drive units like the Valtra or NH TV. Also, you can get a snow plow for the 3pt of the Valtra for snow removal and have a spreader hooked on the front 3pt. This way you would have exceptional vision out of the cab for working close to buildings and cars. Check them out if you would like as you should be able to get parts easier for a Fendt or Valtra then a JCB unless you have a dealer closer then the JCB site shows.

 

[SuperDutyDave]

Robert

First I wasn't being "fresh" when I said I want one...don't need one....really meaing that my overall usage is not totally in keeping with what one would normally equate to owning a 100K+ tractor. The reality is I have use for one in a variety of tasks and honestly I would rather own a great tractor or two then a fancy boat or a expensive sports car. Wierd but that's me.

As for real dealer I was just looking for a recommendation to a real JCB dealer...real defined as having inventory and selling them regularly...as such they price correctly and know all the particulars about them. Yes service is huge...it would be difficult not to have it locally...something I will have to consider.

Thanks for the recommendations on the other brands. Not sure about Fendt or Valtra neither one of those in my area. Big Claas dealer nearby will check it out. As for the NH TV-145 very cool unit. Really could use some rework though. Particularly in the high-speed category. Here's hoping NH does rework it and when they do they add some high speed to it. Do you have any more info on these potential changes?

Thanks for your suggestions....keep them coming.

Is it me or does the Fastrac remind me of a Unimog?

Love the idea you can put a sander body on rear power with live hydro and drive around plowing and sander at speeds comporable to a truck.

I saw a photo on the net showing a Fastrac with a front end loader do you know if this is accurate?

Cheers

Dave