Posted by Dave H (MI) on August 08, 2013 at 06:52:41 from (173.146.175.203):
So, we have been pretty seriously looking for a larger tractor. We are up to 80 acres with more available if I can get the time. Years ago Hugh McKay recommended the 86 series tractors and I have done a fair amount of research and tend to agree that they would be what we are looking for. Been liking the idea of a 1086 but I keep finding 1486 and 1586 for less money even when they have the dual PTO option. On the 1086 I am getting a lot of confusing info regarding prices. Tractor House is the highest, of course, as they tend to be dealers reselling for profit. Craigslist is not far behind. I see what appear to be some nice units there but they are always well above what the ebay results show. Sold 1086 on ebay tend to run the lowest with prices in the $5500 to $8500 range for what "appear" to be nice units. Already own 9 tractors and I know the value of repairs that have already been done, etc. Just wondering what is a fair (eastern midwest) price for a good one in work clothes and ready to go to work.
My second question would be is there anything to watch out for on these larger tractors? This is more tractor than I have bought before. I have had my a$$ handed to me more than once on a tractor that appeared to be mechanically sound and the owner swore on his first born that it was field ready. Those were small tractors and the repairs were modest. The 1086 is likely a bit more pricey to repair and a lot bigger than what I currently wrangle. Just looking for some ideas and thoughts. My current main tractor is my SMTA and I feel like I live on the thing. I have fields I am renting out because I cannot get to them. Ready for shade, heat/AC and a seat with a back on it!
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