A local parts source and repair facility is very important when looking at brands. No matter how good the tractor is it will need some kind of maintenance or repair over time.
With your local repair guy being more familiar with Fords and more likely having a lower shop rate than dealers I'd be looking at Fords more than other brands.
I am a little biased being a Ford owner but I recommend looking at a 4000SU or 4600SU.
These tractors have the heavier planetary drive rear axle with inboard wet disc brakes, independent pto and hp of the larger 4000 but use a 3000 style sweep back front axle and 28" tires making them low profile, easy to maneuver, but is a heavier more stable platform than any other tractor in that size range.
For larger jobs or handling heavier pieces of equipment I'll use my regular 4000 or 5000, other wise I'll use my 4000SU that's lower profile to get under low objects, turns tighter, maneuvers better it tight quarters, has plenty of power and the extra weight helps with traction.
At nearly 61 years old one less step getting on and off the tractor is also a plus.
A sweep back axle is not the best front end for loader operations but if not abused it does an ok job.
I have two quick attach loaders that are only mounted on the tractors when a loader is needed and taken off when the job is done.
With the number of times an empty loader has got me stuck I will never again own a loader that can not be easily removed.
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