which tractor is better?

Fergusontractorguy · Jan 23, 2015

Ferguson TO-30 or Ford 2n Ferguson system?

Nebraska Cowman · Jan 23, 2015

I'd vote for the Fergie for the 4 speed transmission and the overhead valve engine. But those Ford flat heads are bullet proof too.

Mike (WA) · Jan 23, 2015

Pretty much a toss-up- neither has live PTO or live hydraulics. Ferguson has a little more power (2N would be more comparable to TO20), but you're not going to rock the world with either of them.

jwmfarms · Jan 23, 2015

A Ferguson TO-30 is what a Ford N-series want to be when it grows up. Seriously, the Ferguson weighs more, and also has a more powerful, wet sleeved, overhead valve engine. It is just more tractor.

Bryce Frazier · Jan 23, 2015

Oddly enough, I own BOTH a 1954 Ferguson TO-30 and a 1945 Ford 2N.

I personally use the 2N more, but that is because I am afraid to use the Ferguson!

I think that the Ferguson is a better tractor than the Ford because:

It has a newer, stronger engine.
Heavier in the rear.
MUCH better brakes.
4 speed trans.
And seems to be stronger on the 3 point lift.

Also, it is really nice to be able to just trip a lever, and flip the hood open to work on stuff, can't do that with a 2N.

I think that the biggest difference is the brakes. The 2N's system is useless, at least on the right side!!! The Ferguson is basically and 8N, and that is clearly what REPLACED the 2N.

Not a lot of difference, but diffidently better in a few distinct areas.... Bryce

Geo-TH,In · Jan 23, 2015

I would take the OHV contential engine over a flat head any day.

I THINK the pto on 2n had to be turning before the 3 pt would work. Ford fixed that problem in 53 with the Jubilee.

I think some later fergies had a Sherman like Hi/low tranny and live hyd. Not sure about the TO30. I think the TO30 was 30 hp and the 2N was around 20. I would want the 30 hp.

Chuck (CA) · Jan 23, 2015

The ONLY thing to concerned about is the Z129 block on the TO30. It's not very forgiving if you let it overheat. Just keep an eye on the temp. On either one, be sure to get an overrunning clutch for the PTO. It will save you a lot of grief. If you need more info on what it's for, just ask.

Traditional Farmer · Jan 23, 2015

I'd take the Ferguson for sure but neither one is anything to write home about.

rick1 · Jan 23, 2015

i have owned them both.i would choose the to30 over a 2n any day.
RICK

sotxbill · Jan 23, 2015

would pass on both...

Fergusontractorguy · Jan 23, 2015

i already own the ferguson was wondering if it was worth trading for a 2n
in near mint condition

Fergusontractorguy · Jan 23, 2015

Thank you for the info Rick i will keep the ferguson.

Pajamafied John · Jan 24, 2015

Keep the Fergie. I have a 47 2n and 50 TO20. I use the Fergie much more. Brakes and power are better.

oldtanker · Jan 24, 2015

Apples and oranges so to speak. TO30 is a bigger newer tractor. TO 30 was introduced in 51 the 2N ceased production in 47. The only way it wouldn't matter would be as a show tractor. Both are close to the same physical size so transporting to shows would be about equal. As a work tractor: When you jump 5 HP on a 23 HP tractor that's a little more than 1/5 gain in power. That will be noticeable. The extra gear helps a lot too.

Rick

GeneMO · Jan 24, 2015

The one you own, is paid for, runs, and will do the job.

Gene

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