Comparison MF 1529 vs JD 3032e

[tractorneo]

Hi everyone,

I've been monitoring the forums here for a couple months while I've been going through my tractor search. Now I'm finally nearing a decision and I decided to post to get your opinions.

Here are my options. These are all cash (or higher finance rate) prices:

1) MF 1529-- FEL, filled R4 tires-- 14.5K
2) JD 3032e-- FEL, filled R4 tires-- 16K

I'm kind of shying away from the Kubotas because I read some pretty bad things about the B3200HSD and engine vibration. I also find their lineup to be pretty doggone confusing. I also haven't looked at NH just because I'm already overwhelmed with all my options.

I really like the Massey. It seems like you get a lot of options and tractor for your money. The JD looks solid, but it seems very stripped down. The MF also gives me more flexibility because I can unhook the FEL and also put on a backhoe someday.

What do you all think? Is this a fair price for the Massey? Should I pull the trigger?!

 

[MFRED]

Sounds like you already have your decision made. More tractor for less money, that's an easy decision.

 

[Woodcanoeguy]

I have had a dozen Massey's and three John Deere's......because I chose particular models that I liked they have all worked out. In your case I would chose the Massey 1529 over the Deere.