On 8/21/2014 9:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
I'm fixing to buy a diesel tractor for the ranch. Probably new. Probably Kubota.
Beware the EPA's tier 4 pollution standard. Although I understand
it is not required in final form in off road diesels under 75 hp for a
few more years, Kubota has been introducing tier 4 in their new tractor
engines. I hear the changes include common rail computer controlled
electronic injectors, a urea tank, a catalytic converter, and a
particulate filter. And a price increase of several thousand dollars.
I would go for an older model.
I suggest something in the 40-50 hp range, 4WD, front end loader,
3ph with a quick detach backhoe. If you plan on haying I urge a cab
tractor.
Around here Kubotas have a reputation for top quality but the
parts are expensive.
I bought one of their RTV900's, now with 1500 hours and going
strong. I use it every day. The dog is in love with it. If you are
walking anywhere in the direction of where it is parked she will run and
jump up on the seat and wait for you.
Dave Gilmore, Cameron WV
Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak
Whispers the o'erfraught heart, and bids it break.
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