TN70, JD5320-5420, ??

[threeman]

I have looked over several brands of tractors lately trying to decide about getting a new tractor. I have about 25 acres to maintain most of which is pasture. I currently mow with my 42 hp Ford tractor. I want a FEL and my tractor is not suited for me (my opinion) to do so. I want larger HP tractor so that I can bale hay if needed.

I have looked at JD5420 and 5320's and also NH TN70-75's. I can get the 5320 and the TN 70 for same money nearly and also the 5420 is about 34k loaded. I would like some opinions on prices that you have seen.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

Those are all great machines. I would concentrate on the dealer. With the wrong dealer, any of those can be a real pain.

In Utility tractors, you can often save a lot going used, with CUTs it is a different story...

Finally, do you have more land? I have a hard time seeing the expense to set up to bale a portion of 25 acres...

 

[threeman]

I have 25 ac of pasture. I keep up about three or four more acres of land mowing, etc. I would only want to bale for my own purpose not to sell really unless I have no need for the additional hay.

I have looked over the 5420, 04 model 2 remotes, FEL, 72" bucket, canopy, brush guard, for $31 asking. New 5425 for $34k.

The NH TN70 with large pump same as above for $29, the TN75 for $30.

These are the only local dealers. I have talked to Kioti, they are about 28 for the DK65. The MF 471 is 29 as well. I really dont like the MF. Too bulky. I like the JD but dang its pricey.

I currenty will buy hay for another year or so at least. I originally looked 5320 JD's. Like the tractor just wonder if its big enough.

I have a 3930 Ford now. Its ok nothing in the world wrong with it but in my opinion its just not heavy in enough in the front end to hand heavy bales or loads. Eventually it will takes it toll. I will keep what I have before buying another 45 PTO hp tractor thats why I was looking at 5420, TN75 etc.

 

[EquipmentJunkie]

In my opinion, the New Holland TN is best-in-class. Deere knows that the New Holland has a lot going for it. They have come out with newer models that have gotten closer to the New Holland. The 5025-series is the best attempt yet, but still not quite there.

How about looking into the CaseIH JX1070C? (Did I get the model number correct? These alpha-numeric model numbers are getting downright upsetting!) The CaseIH is virtually the same tractor as the New Holland, but the dealer would likely be different. The CaseIH dealers in my area would enter into my buying decision. There are some terrific CaseIH dealer organizations in SE PA.

 

[threeman]

One thing I dont like on the new holland is the tire size on the front. It seems rather large compared to the deere 5320.

 

[kmanvt]

When I was shopping I compared the TN75A, JD5420, and the Kubota M8200. I liked the 5420, but couldn't justify the price (about $3K more than the TN75). The M8200 has good HP, lifting capacities, and was slightly cheaper than the TN75 new. I liked the look and layout of the TN75 and it's still plenty strong enough for what I wanted. I wound up getting a great deal on a "special" lease return, which made it about $3K cheaper than the Kubota so I couldn't pass it up.

So far I love the TN75 (I've put over 40 hours on it so far). It has done everything I've wanted it to do and some things I never should have done. /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

 

[threeman]

Right now on a TN70 w/Fel, Canopy, 72" bucket, bale spear, large pump 16.9 and 72" Heavy Duty Mower for 30400. I like the layout alot. The only dealers here locally are NH, JD, and Massey. All are good dealers.

 

[RedDog]

<font color="blue"> Right now on a TN70 w/Fel, Canopy, 72" bucket, bale spear, large pump 16.9 and 72" Heavy Duty Mower for 30400 </font>

I'm curious as to why a small bucket (6 foot), and small mower (6 foot), for a bigger tractor? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif


RedDog

 

[Rowski]

When I was shopping last year for utility tractor I found New Holland to the most variety when it came to tire sizes. I have 12.5X20 fronts and 16.9X28 rears. Very happy with my choice.

 

[Birdman]

I compared the same tractors a couple of years ago. Could not make up my mind, until I sat on each one. The NH just did not fit me right, and my son, who is taller then me said he felt crowded on the NH. So go climb on and drive them around the lot and see which one is more comfortable to you. I think they are all good tractors.

 

[threeman]

I dont think I can use the 7' mower around the shop and barn areas. Man that thing is big. I also do not want a two wheeled mower anything over 7' I think is two wheels. The 7's come either way. The mower also is not the average mower like cheaper brands. This is a $2k mower.

The bucket for me will be too large being 84". I cannot cleanup around and under my barn with the large bucket.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

Are you sure these tractors are big enough for 25 acres?

 

[Kyle_in_Tex]

</font><font color="blue" class="small">( Are you sure these tractors are big enough for 25 acres? )</font>

Mike, do I detect a small amount of envy??? /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
(I know the feeling.)

Drive the tractors as much as the dealer will let you. Don't be afraid to buy one of these used from a dealer if possible. That's what happened in our case. While we were shopping, a trade-in was taken in. The owner traded up even bigger. We(Father in law) got a 5420 with more options than we would have ordered for a bit less money on top of that. We love it. It is a great tractor although I have not driven a NH to compare.

 

[threeman]

The tractor is large enough to do what ever on the 25 acres. My hay is currently leased out and they maintain it with two 60hp Tractors. I dont have to maintain the entire area just around the perimeter, barns, house, driveways, etc. All of its fenced so I have to do my "weed eating" with Roundup. Another reason why I dont want my mower to exceed my tire width. I mow around alot of fence and if you mower is just outside the tire you had better know exactly where its at or you will hit the post. I move about 100 bales for myself a year so that is another reason I want a FEL. If I have to upgrade tractors then I am going to upgrade to something that can bale my hay if needed.

Thanks for the input. So far NH is leading the pack on pricing.

 

[rockyridgefarm]

You have every right to get the machine you want. I feel that you may be getting bigger than is practical. That's just my opinion. I cannot justify baling hay on my 80 acres, compared to buying it, even though it makes me dependant on others. Because I don't need to bale, I can have a machine that has the grunt that I need, but still get in to do close in work without rutting up the place.

Your situation may well be different, and that is great! You are looking at fine equipment, and with a good dealer you're sure to be well set!

 

[threeman]

Dealer came out looked over my tractor and gave me what I had in mind I wanted. So I told him to order it.

Mike you are correct about the hay. I am not going to go forward with it unless I have too. I want to be prepared if I do is really the thing. I hope to keep it leased out. I have to spray for army worms today.

I drove a TN60 MFWD yesterday and it was very comfortable. It turned alot better than I expected. The TN70 is supposed to be same frame so should be same. It performed nearly as good as my 2wd does.