Posted by John H. on April 06, 1998 at 06:32:53:
In Reply to: Ford 1520 ?'s posted by Bob T. on April 04, 1998 at 19:19:52:
: I had a block freeze out this winter on a 9N. I'm looking for something new. A dealer has a '89 Ford 1520 comimg in trade with a belly mower. Said he would be asking around $6500 for it. It has 1800 hrs. on it. Is this price in the ballpark or would it be better to go for a Ford 601 if in good condition at around $3800 without any implements. My use is mostly mowing and snow removal. What is a average yearly hour usage on a 25 - 30 hp tractor ?
I had a 1520 (1993) in Indiana when I lived there, and really liked it. The 4WD really helps the pulling power, especially in snow. In spite of a slightly lower rated HP, I would prefer it, since it has live PTO and hydraulics, and the mid PTO for a belly mower. Not a tractor for real heavy use, for a small acreage it's hard to beat. I agree with Rick B. on ag tires tearing up turf, but it's only on the repeated turn spots, and I prefer the ag tires for traction.