decisions.............

[Owen Huckabay]

I"ve been looking for a small tractor to use on a 20 ac. property. Mowing mostly. Right now my search is narrowed down to a MF 240, Ford 3000, and Ford 4000. The MF is less than 1000 hrs. The 4000 has about 10 hrs on a rebuild. The 3000 hrs are unknown but I"m told it"s in great condition. If they are all in good, equal, operating condition which one should I put first on my list? Second, Third. thanks Owen

 

[JD Seller]

I would say the two Fords would be my first pick then the MF240. Mainly because of ACGOs parts. The two Fords would be easier and cheaper on parts.

 

[DeltaRed]

My pick would be the 4000.

 

[FBH44]

Find the closest dealer first, let that help you decide. Big difference if youhave to drive 100 mies for parts.

 

[rrlund]

Take the 240. There's nothing wrong with Agco parts.

 

[LAA]

I would definitely go with the Massey 240, low original hours usually always tops rebuilt and the 3 cylinder Perkins will use substantially less fuel than the Fords, especially under heavy PTO load.

 

[Bleeding Orange SW Iowa]

I think dealer support would be key factor for your decision. We have a good AGCO dealer in Irwin, Iowa-Robinson's. Parts and service have always been good for older iron. We have a small herd of "AGCO Heritage" AC D17s that work for a living, and that dealer takes care of us. They also take care of a lot of other "heritage" brands in the area, and have a pretty loyal customer base for their efforts. I cannot speak for other dealers or "Mother AGCO".