Two tractors sell on two different auctions on Saturday, (4/7/01), within 90 miles of me. One is a 3000 gas, 4600 hours, 1972 model. The other is a 2600 diesel, 1800 hours, 1978 model. Neither has had a loader on it, both are one-owner tractors. The 3000 is from a working farm, while the 2600 has been used as an "estate tractor".I need a tractor that can clear snow with a rear blade, run a 6' rotary mower, spray pastures, spread fertilizer and manure. Eventually I might want to move a few large round bales (with the three-point), and might add a loader to clean out the barn. I won't be doing any heavy-duty loader work. I've seen the full specs on the 3000 on Oak's page. Is there a similar page anywhere for the 2600? I've also read the gas vs. diesel debate, and don't need anymore info on that, other than should I be afraid of a gas motor with 4600 hours? I'd rather not have to plug in the tractor for it to start in the (Kansas) winter. Were there any major improvements in the x600 series, compared to the x000's? Any other advice on my decision? I'm guessing the 3000 will sell for significantly less.
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