Posted by BrianV_ on January 23, 2017 at 06:34:29 from (69.165.217.183):
Hello everyone!
First off, I just want to say this is a terrific forum. Over the last few months I've been researching a potential vintage tractor purchase, and this forum has been awesome for turning up 'real world' expertise and tips about the various models available here.
So, I am looking at purchasing a small hobby farm with ~4 acres of very neglected pasture (small 1-2" diameter established trees). My long term plan is to be able to run a few smaller cow / calf pairs on the land, such as Dexters.
The property will need a tractor. The main jobs I see initially are bush hogging and snow removal.
Another requirement for me is a front-end loader. It's just too handy for various odd jobs to do without.
I don't want to get a machine that's too small and tie my hands for the future. I may want to run a small haybine or something with it some day. At the same time, I don't want to invest in too big a machine.
I want to keep my budget low ($6k or less). I'm reasonably able mechanically, and the farm comes with a large workshop, so I'm not afraid to do some hands-on maintenance.
Finally, I *do* have a JD 2010 available to use, although it would take ~1.5 hours to drive it from my father-in-law's to my place.. and then a return trip.
My top contenders at the moment are:
MF 165 - $8000 - with a loader, *seems* in good mechanical shape. Also one for $5400, no loader but new hydraulics and starter.
Fordson New Major - $5500 - diesel, new tires / wheels, exhaust, no loader
Ford 861 Powermaster $1650 - gas, unrestored but running, no loader
Allis Chalmers D14 - $5500 - gas, with loader, redone engine (valves / springs / pistons), new tires, battery, carb rebuilt and comes with a post hole auger (two augers), 3 furrow plow and 7' sickle mower.
International 414 - $1900 - with recently rebuilt motor, no loader.
International 504 - $5500 - With cab, loader and bale spear.
The above are the main contenders. There's also a sprinkling of MF 35s / 135s and TO-35s on the market at fairly good prices. Also a dozen Ford N-series in decent condition. There are two Leyland 272s that look interesting, but probably too big.
The Allis Chalmers D14 looks like it's probably the best candidate, but it's on the smaller side.
The Ford 861 looks like it could be a steal, but I'm assuming it will require some up front investment. However, it's currently a working tractor, and from the photos looks like it's been stored dry - the photos show a lot of age, fading and surface rust on the tin... but nothing flaky looking. Kind of like a car left out in the sun in Arizona. Plus, I'd need to source out a loader.
Plus, the 861 is on of the all-time best looking tractors when restored, IMO.
Thanks in advance for any thoughts or help about the models above!
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