Trying to choose the correct machine

[sunnyside360]

Given what you need the tractor for I'd recommend one of the JD 3000 series. Other makes may fit the bill also but I'm not familiar with those. I'd say test drive a few tractors and then decide.

Cab units with A/C and heat are very nice to have in summer and winter weather, and is a big help if you have allergies. Also, don't need to worry about those pesty bees stinging you. I have a 3720 cab tractor and wouldn't part with it. Good luck.

 

[Casco1]

There are some good dealers ( Kubota )in the area. Chappell, MB Tractor and Wescott & son in Gorham ME ( my favorite ). I was in the market for a B7510 several years ago and kept going back and forth to the dealers to research. On the day that I went to buy the dealer had just taken an L3710 with FEL and Woods BH in trade with 68 hrs on it the guy who bought it didn't like it.
I bought it for the same amount I was going to pay for the B7510. This was in 2002 and the machine has done everything I've wanted with no problems. My suggestion, if you have the time, look around, be patient the deals are out there. Good Luck

 

[jenkinsph]

I would agree with others that a 3000 series Deere would be a good choice because the front mount snowblower is much cheaper than a 4000 series snowblower. I would consider the cab a must have too.

I am sure there are some similar sized tractors of other brands that would be a good fit also.

 

[charleyfarmall]

Incidentally, a Jinma is never a good option
Out of curiosity one day I took a look at one at Northern tool. They cost less for a reason. They will last less for the same reason. They also have no resale.... for the same reason.

Buy a good tool and it will last as long as you need it to.

 

[BethesdaEC]

Incidentally, a Jinma is never a good option
Out of curiosity one day I took a look at one at Northern tool. They cost less for a reason. They will last less for the same reason. They also have no resale.... for the same reason.

Buy a good tool and it will last as long as you need it to.

As the saying goes, "Only a rich man can afford cheap tools". Buy once, buy right.

 

[ChuckinNH]

There are members here who have gotten more work out of a Jinma than most here will ever see, and some of those folks could afford a more expensive tractor if they so chose. They are, however, very competent folks with machine shop experience who are more than willing, and able to do the modifications, and maintenance such machines require usually. Average folks like me ( though I have a lot of machining experience, and have built an airplane, or two from spare parts.......... but no machines) are better off with something with more built in reliability, and resale......... yes, we are fickle.