JD 2520, start issue

[smokinmad]

Loaded a 2012 2520 I bought, on a trailer and drove 175 miles...got home, tractor would start but as soon as I put it in a range it would die....finally got it off trailer and let it sit 30 min......tried again and it started and acted normal...have put 5 hrs on it and no issues....
Totally lost as to what it could be...

 

[Harry in Ky]

Do yourself a favor here. Tractors come in many configurations and the electrics can be quite different from one version to another. Since what you describe is most likely electrical in nature, knowing which version tractor you have will make a difference in the answers and replies you receive. (cab/open station, power/mechanical shuttle, that sort of thing)

 

[dodge man]

Usually it’s a safety switch, the pto, seat switch, forward reverse pedal etc.