Shibaura SD3000 4wd

nuke · May 23, 2006

I have my eye on a Shibaura SD3000 4wd, 1600 hrs with a new Bulldog Loader for $6,900. What'd ya'll think?

The tractor has 4 PTO ranges, 12 speed (4 range, 3 speed), 36 hp (30 PTO)

MODEL DRIVE HP* CYL LBS LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT
SD3000 4 WD 36 3 3727 130" 60" 76"

SOLD AS IS WHERE IS BY A UN-KNOWLEDGABLE EBAY SELLER.

What should I look for while inspecting a used tractor? Other than kick the tires of course.

nuke · May 23, 2006

I have my eye on a Shibaura SD3000 4wd, 1600 hrs with a new Bulldog Loader for $6,900. What'd ya'll think?

The tractor has 4 PTO ranges, 12 speed (4 range, 3 speed), 36 hp (30 PTO)

MODEL DRIVE HP* CYL LBS LENGTH WIDTH HEIGHT
SD3000 4 WD 36 3 3727 130" 60" 76"

SOLD AS IS WHERE IS BY A UN-KNOWLEDGABLE EBAY SELLER.

What should I look for while inspecting a used tractor? Other than kick the tires of course.

buppy69 · May 23, 2006

This tractor is older than the hills. I'd steer away if it were me.

Eugene

buppy69 · May 23, 2006

This tractor is older than the hills. I'd steer away if it were me.

Eugene

mark777 · May 23, 2006

( .....What should I look for while inspecting a used tractor? Other than kick the tires of course. )

IMO, there seems to be three basic ingredients in selecting, purchasing and owning a great grey market tractor that will serve you well for many years...and with a minimum of repairs and upkeep.

Find a seller. One who is established, with a lot, service department or a well equipped shop, office and a phone number (yellow pages). He should have several models in various HP ranges with implements available.
Even if you know very little about tractors, an honest dealer will walk you through everything, including your size, HP, implements and budget. A dealer with less integrity will capatilize on what you don't know.

Ask for references.

Select a model (regardless of the manufacturer) that is well supported and parts are, and will be available in the future. Can't think of anything much worse than a less popular model, built in limited numbers for 1 or 2 years. Even though it may serve you well for a few years, if anything "snaps" in the drivetraine, parts (used) will be VERY difficult to come by.

Reconditioned, Rebuilt, Refurbished tractors without any documentation are none of the above. They are just tractors assembled from salvaged parts, and made to run. Fresh paint, new hour meter and a new seat does not make a reliable tractor.

I hope this helps...Mark

mark777 · May 23, 2006

( .....What should I look for while inspecting a used tractor? Other than kick the tires of course. )

IMO, there seems to be three basic ingredients in selecting, purchasing and owning a great grey market tractor that will serve you well for many years...and with a minimum of repairs and upkeep.

Find a seller. One who is established, with a lot, service department or a well equipped shop, office and a phone number (yellow pages). He should have several models in various HP ranges with implements available.
Even if you know very little about tractors, an honest dealer will walk you through everything, including your size, HP, implements and budget. A dealer with less integrity will capatilize on what you don't know.

Ask for references.

Select a model (regardless of the manufacturer) that is well supported and parts are, and will be available in the future. Can't think of anything much worse than a less popular model, built in limited numbers for 1 or 2 years. Even though it may serve you well for a few years, if anything "snaps" in the drivetraine, parts (used) will be VERY difficult to come by.

Reconditioned, Rebuilt, Refurbished tractors without any documentation are none of the above. They are just tractors assembled from salvaged parts, and made to run. Fresh paint, new hour meter and a new seat does not make a reliable tractor.

I hope this helps...Mark

nuke · May 24, 2006

What years were these made? Aren't most of these tractors "older than the hills"?

nuke · May 24, 2006

What years were these made? Aren't most of these tractors "older than the hills"?

buppy69 · May 24, 2006

Most are newer than this one. Most of the older Yanmars are at least 79 -83 models and have a pretty good following along with reasonable parts support. The Shibaura 3000 looks like something from a 50's Godzilla movie.

Eugene

buppy69 · May 24, 2006

Most are newer than this one. Most of the older Yanmars are at least 79 -83 models and have a pretty good following along with reasonable parts support. The Shibaura 3000 looks like something from a 50's Godzilla movie.

Eugene