3020 vs. 4000

[Jon H.]

Hi, I've recently ran into a man selling a 3020 Powershift AND a 4000 Powershift. Both are restored and good condition. He is asking a little more for the 4000 which is no surprise. I plan on just raking straw in the summer and corn fodder in the fall with it. Now my question is. Should I go for the 3020 which is just fine for the job and a little cheaper or the 4000 which will have more power yet cost more money. Thoughts on this? I've seen and ran them in person. 8 hours on the tach of both since professional restoration. I only have money for 1 of them, so sorry can't do both.
 

[Badger08]

Diesel or Gas?
 

[bigboreG]

Well, a 4000 powershift is rare. They only made approx 428 diesel powershifts. If it can be bought right, go for it. They are a good tractor, and will pull as good or even better than a 4020. 1000 lbs lighter, but same horsepower. No comparison between it and a 3020. On the other hand, the 3020 will be better on fuel, especially on light work.
 

[larryanderson]

The 4000 would be my choice.There were 87993 total 3020s and 8095 4000s made.The 404s run smoother and have another 25H.P.I am assuming the 3020 is a side counsel and their value is almost identical.In fact 2520s,3020s 4000s,4020s,&4320s all bring about the same.
 

[dieselade]

you probably needed to buy the 4000 yesterday. buy it asap.
 

[Tx Jim]

[cushman]

I agree with everthing said already,and might add,if you ever have a block damaging engine failure,it is much easier to find a good 404 or 466 to repower a 4000 than a 270 for the 3020.
 

[chucksteffens]

A 4000 powershift was just sold a month or so ago in Independance Ia and brought $37500 so look at it that way.
Chuck