Advantages of an H over an 8n? Lots, to me. An H has about 27 or 28 hp, where an 8n has about 21. I know, its not much but it matters, especially considering that over the years, many H's were updated to Super H specs, and many also had M&W extras, like the add-power governors and over-bore pistons. With those add- ons, you can look at getting 3 to 5 more horses over the stock H. The H has 5 forward speeds, where an 8n has only got 4. To me, that extra gear is nice, and you can find the right speed for any job. Also, on an H you have 38" tires and wheels, which give you more traction/leverage than the 8n's 28" wheels. Neither of them have live pto, unless the H has had an M&W hand clutch put on. You will still need an over-riding clutch on your brush cutter, for either one. H parts should be as easy to find as those for an 8n.
Now, as far as plowing/disking: A good stock H will pull 2 14's with little issue in our sandy loam. 8 or 10' disk shouldn't be too much of a load for it. If the H has had work done to it, like I mentioned, you shouldn't have any trouble with either of them, or a 6' brush cutter. I run a 6' with my 300 and I don't have a bit of trouble, and can cut just about anything I run over. You just can't do that with an 8n. An 8n is at its max with a 5' cutter (IMHO, others may disagree). I had an 49 8n, and it just didn't have enough umph to get 'er done. It did fine with my 2 14" moldboard, but struggled with anything more than a 6' disk. For anything other than pasture clipping, it was a 1st gear, WOT proposition. Also, something to consider if you're going to be doing a lot of cutting, it seems like that the when on the Farmalls, you don't get pelted with all kinds of junk, where most all the Fords, with the exception of row crops, will usually beat you half to death with things they throw out at you.
I hope I've helped you a bit, but just remember: everything you've read that I've stated is simply my opinion, and it's worth exactly what you paid for it.
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