Getting on Track with Tractors

LC/DBM HorsePower - December 2010
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Nearly four-fifths of those polled said in the past three years they have either leased or owned a tractor. So there's no doubt how important tractors are for landscape contractors in their jobs. Because you may have several sites to oversee, it becomes even more important to have a piece of equipment to do the dirty work. Since cost is always a consideration, these tractors have been arranged by price.

Case Construction Equipment
Model No.: 590 Super N
Engine: Case 445TA/E3 diesel
Horsepower: 108 HP
Dimensions: 23'9.6'' L x W x 11'7.3'' H
Weight: 20,458 lbs.
Attachments: Hydraulic hammers, brooms, forks, augers and rakes. Providing cab-activated hydraulic backhoe quick-coupler, hand-held hydraulics and loader quick-coupler options.
Maximum Speed: 24.2 mph
Special Features: New auxiliary hydraulic system for powering attachments includes flow control as a standard feature, automatically matching hydraulic flow to the needs of the attachments. comfortable, adjustable operator seats and ergonomically placed controls along with all-season heating and air conditioning systems for increased operator comfort.
Warranty: 1 year/unlimited hour full coverage base
Cost: $120,000

Fecon, Inc.
Model No.: FTX100
Engine: Kubota V3800DI-T
Horsepower: 99 HP
Dimensions: L 130'' x W 72'' x H 98''
Weight: 11,350 lbs.
Attachments: Bull Hog® forestry mulcher, tree shear, grapple bucket, front grapple and plus skid steer attachment.
Special Features: Protective cab door with 11/8'' Lexan® window; brush guard on windshield and sides; roof hatch for emergency exit; rear hydraulics; auxiliary low flow hydraulics; front and rear lighting.
Warranty: 12 months/24 months engine
Cost: $119,025

Ditch Witch
Model No.: RT55
Engine: Deutz F4M2011
Horsepower: 60 HP
Dimensions: 128'' L x 71'' W x 95.2'' H
Attachments: A523 backhoe, H515 trencher, H540 saw, H533 plow, H553 combo, RC55 carrier.
Weight: 5,610 lbs.
Special Features: Designed for tough, tight landscapes; equipped with a low-noise, emissions-compliant engine built for maximum power and minimal maintenance; versatile; integrated front cast weight reduces the need for extended weight racks.
Warranty: 1 year limited
Cost: With H540 saw $78,225 to $86,650

Allmand Bros.
Model No.: TLB-6235
Horsepower: 33 HP
SAE Load Capacity: 2,100 lbs.
Dimensions: 218'' L x 67'' W (equipped with ESL backhoe) x 93'' H (to top of ROPS)
Maximum speed: 7 mph
Special Features: Full time 4x4 drive system, combination loader/backhoe, loader design provides higher reach and improved dump angle, off-highway planetary axles, load-sensing power steering.
Warranty: 2 year limited
Cost: $50,665

Kioti
Model No.: DK75 Tractor
Engine: Daedong Diesel #1104D4-44T
Horsepower: 74.4 HP
Dimensions: 159.8'' L x 78.7'' W
Attachments: Backhoe, loader, blade, mower, tiller, bale spear.
Weight: 7,749 lbs.
Special Features: Environmentally-friendly engine; PTO at 540 rpm;
12 x 12 synchronized transmission; single remote hydraulic port; power steering; deluxe operator cab; tilt steering.
Warranty: 4 Years
Cost: About $46,698 with Ag Tires

Venture Products
Model No.: 4231TD
Engine: Vanguard Turbo Diesel
Horsepower: 31 HP
Weight: 1,493 to 1,630 lbs.
Dimensions: 43'' L x 67'' W
Special Features: All wheel drive; articulating and oscillating heavy-duty frame; SDLA controls next to the operator for precise control; lift of front-end attachments; auxiliary function - angling dozer blade or dumping the slip scoop
Warranty: Ventrac's V-Plus, 2 years commercial
Cost: $21,515

Cub Cadet Yanmar
Model No.: Ex 450
Engine: 4-cylinder, liquid cooled direct-injection Yanmar diesel
Horsepower: 45 HP
Dimensions: 127'' L x 61'' W x 72'' wheelbase
Attachments: 8 including a front loader with universal quick-attach bucket, backhoe and 3-point implements.
Weight: 3,464 lbs. with ROPS
Special Features: 9x9 Synchronized Shuttle transmission; selectable 4-wheel drive; fully hydraulic power steering and quick-attach options.
Warranty: 2 years, 2,000 hours limited
Cost: $21,299 to $22,499

Bobcat Company
Model No.: CT235
Engine: Daedong 3A150LXBC
Horsepower: 34 HP
Dimensions: 122.2'' L x 55.4'' W
Weight: 3,056 lbs.
Attachments: Auger, backhoe, loader, mid-mount mower, pallet fork, seeder, soil conditioner, snow blower, snow blade, spreader, sprayer.
Special Features: Three-point hitch for rear implements features hydraulic position control, cruise control, suspension seat and fully retractable seat belt
Warranty: 2 years full coverage and 3 years driveline and engine
Cost: $16,443 for the base tractor; $20,408 for tractor and 7TL pin-on loader

Kubota Tractor Corp.
Model No.:B3200HSD
Engine: 91.5 cc
Horsepower: 32 HP
Dimensions: 99.2'' L x 53.8'' W x 65.6'' H wheelbase
Attachments: Front loader, backhoe, mid-mount mower.
Weight: 1,764 lbs.
Special Features: Wide operating platform; power steering; hydrostatic transmission; Mid-PTO; double-element air cleaner; headlights; front grill; 3-speed range; powerful Category I 3-point hitch.
Warranty: 1 year limited
Cost: $14,901 with loader valve

Cub Cadet Yanmar
Model No.: Sc2400
Engine: Yanmar 3-cylinder, liquid cooled Yanmar diesel
Horsepower: 24 HP
Dimensions: 95.6'' L x 44.6 W x 55.1'' wheelbase
Attachments: Finish mower, offset tiller, box scraper, curved boom loader.
Weight: 1,280 lbs. with ROPS and fluids
Special Features: Selectable cruise control; Shift-On-The-Go and selectable 4-wheel drive
Warranty: 2 years, 2,000 hours limited
Cost: $14,000

Massey Ferguson®
Model No.: GC2410TLB
Engine: 3 cylinder diesel
Horsepower: 22.5 HP
Dimensions: 177'' L x 53.94'' W x 86'' H
Attachments: Rotary cutter; rotary tiller; grader blades; post hole digger; box blades; landscape rakes; rear mount and turf flex finish mowers.
Weight: 2,670 lbs.
Special Features: Factory joystick; brake pedal and hydrostatic pedal; wider operator platform; analog instrument panel.
Warranty: 2 years
Cost: $11,900

Eastman Industries/ Ingersoll Tractor
Model No.: 4223 PS
Engine: Briggs & Stratton
Horsepower: 23 HP
Dimensions: 72'' L x 41'' W x 43.5'' H
Attachments: Snow blower, mower, tiller, trailer, log splitter, loader bucket.
Weight: 800 lbs.
Special Features: All hydraulic; heavy duty cast transmission; all steel body; PTO and PS.
Warranty: 5 years
Cost: $8,000 to $10,000