I'm a motorhead so I do understand that and peak torque, but in horsepower comparisons it seems like people can run certain implements with 30 horsepower from the 1960's. Plus, unless it's been completely overhauled you know that machine isnt putting out the same power as it did 50 years ago. Compare that to a 30 horsepower kubota today and its just not going to happen, the tractor is too light.
I was thinking the heavier pulleys, gears and shafts from the old machines make the same horsepower numbers seem to carry farther due to conservation of momentum. If i get in to a windrow with a clump, would the older machine not bog as hard because it takes more to slow all that weight down?
I've never made a bale of hay in my life, i'm trying to learn and get in to it without breaking the bank. My wife is a lot more experienced than i am but has never owned her own equipment. If i can use an older tractor with less horsepower so its easier on my wallet, that sounds great to me. If i can't, that's okay too I just need to look a little harder and longer for a deal.
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