Replacement tractor

[southernboy]

My current tractor is a JD 4720 compact. It has been a great tractor but is getting to the point where it is always breaking. If I could find a reliable mechanic to do a rebuild I would probably do it. If I could find a clean 4720 I'd buy it but they are selling for 10 grand more than I paid for mine new and only 10 grand less than new tractors and most are in the midwest! My area of Georgia has most of the major brands but the dealerships deal with gators, zero turns, subcompacts, etc. Basically that is what their mechanics work on and their farm tractor mechanics are lacking. My property is 80 acres and is worked mostly for deer hunting. Food plots, bush hogging about 20 acre, grapple and bucket work. My wife and I like the hydrostatic transmission. We are retired. I'm looking for the the best tractor for lifting capacity and reliability. I want an open station. My 4720 is the ideal size framewise but was a little light on lifting capacity. Full size tractors are to big for working in the woods. I know a larger backhoe or bobcat might be a better option but the wife says no. I have considered the JD4066r and the kubota 6060 but it seems awfully hard to get apple to apple comparison. I am leaning towards a new tractor but if there is a stand out used model to watch for I would consider it. Any advise or insights would be most welcome.

 

[Williy]

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willy

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Try these.... they beat pretty much all both in price and capabilities!

Compact Tractors Archives - LS Tractor USA

Compact LS Tractor Models LS compact tractors come in a couple of series and in multiple configurations from open station to our popular cab configurations. Our compact tractors designed to be efficient, reliable workhorses that can get the job done around your property from tasks as diverse as...

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[Rdrcr]

I'm not sure of your budget but, you may want to look at the MX6000 for increased loader capacity.

Mike

 

[southernboy]

I have never heard of the LS but they look interesting and there is a dealer near by. I will have to check them out . The kubota mx6000 is on my radar and is at the top of my budget. I am not sure I can get used to the single pedal hydrostatic control. My ankle doesn't bend that way.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I have never heard of the LS but they look interesting and there is a dealer near by. I will have to check them out . The kubota mx6000 is on my radar and is at the top of my budget. I am not sure I can get used to the single pedal hydrostatic control. My ankle doesn't bend that way.

LS builds tractors for New Holland, I believe under the 70hp mark.

 

[rScotty]

How many hours are there on that JD4720? What is it that needs attention? I've always wondered how they would hold up.
The reason I wonder is I nearly bought a new 4720 in 2008 - my wife wanted us to have a new tractor, and I wanted another Deere.
But after looking around I decided to try something different and ended up with the Kubota M59 TLB. It's not green, but it now has around a thousand hours, lives outside, and has been worked hard. Gets more or less regular maintenance as I get around to it.

So far it has needed a new battery, two hydraulic hoses, and one throttle cable. The motor, 6-speed HST+ tranny, and everything else works no differently now than new. FEL can lift a lot (rated right at 4000lbs)
But I wouldn't recommend this particuar model Kubota to someone who does a lot of 3pt work. It's got a nice 3pt, but not near as nice as a JD Ag tractor with the telescoping arms and gear drive leveling & top link. Plus you do have to take off the Kubota backhoe to use it.
It does have a foot clutch for the PTO, just like our old JD.

Several of the 50 to 60 hp Kubotas use the same engine and HST+ transmission so they might be worth a look.

 

[jeff9366]

John Deere 4720​

2005 - 2014 Model year 2005-20082009-2014 4000 Series Compact Utility tractor

		4710 ↑
Series:	4520 ←	4720

Production
Manufacturer:	John Deere
Type:	Compact Utility tractor
Factory:	Augusta, Georgia, USA

Dimensions
Wheelbase:	71.5 inches 181 cm
Length:	128.2 inches 325 cm
Width:	65.6 inches 166 cm *
	91.9 inches 233 cm *

John Deere 4720 Weight
Operating:	3,860 lbs 1750 kg *

 

[jeff9366]

I have considered the JD4066r and the Kubota 6060 but it is hard to get apple to apple comparison.

If you shop by bare tractor weight you will make apples to apples comparisons.

Judging by the specs from TractorData.com a Kubota M6060 would be a step up from your Deere 4720 in weight and width. For eighty acres I would consider the Kubota M6060 a fine choice.

Contemporary Loaders are much more powerful than Loaders of ten years ago.


When considering a tractor purchase bare tractor weight first, tractor horsepower second, rear axle width third, rear wheel/tire ballast fourth.


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[jeff9366]

The kubota MX6000 is on my radar and is at the top of my budget.

The Kubota MX series and deluxe Grand L series are equivalent in weight and width to your current Deere 4720. Your existing implements should fit either Kubota range perfectly.


I cannot discern from your first post if you deem a Backhoe necessary. (?)

My property is 80 acres and is worked mostly for deer hunting. Food plots, bush hogging about 20 acre, grapple and bucket work.

No $7,000 Backhoe need is implicit above.
A Bucket Spade might be entirely adequate for $400. Tractors weighing 4,000 - 5,000 pounds bare weight are optimum for a Bucket Spade attached to Loader bucket.

MORE: Front-End Loader - BUCKET SPADE TODAY // FEL BUCKET ATTACHMENT

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