Mathias NY
Well-known Member
I was wondering if anyone has experience working with a hydrostatic transmission in a tractor?
I'm looking at a John Deere 4520 (60hp compact), Deere will only offer the cab with the hydro transmission. For loader work this would be great, but the tractor will also spend time with a plow, mower, sprayer, etc. I'm a little skeptical on the consistancy of the ground speed and its mechanical reliability over time. My experience with hydro's on lawn mowers is that the controls loose sensitivity. I want to buy my next tractor new and keep it for the next 30-40 years, so I don't want to buy something that will be problematic.
Thanks for looking...
I'm looking at a John Deere 4520 (60hp compact), Deere will only offer the cab with the hydro transmission. For loader work this would be great, but the tractor will also spend time with a plow, mower, sprayer, etc. I'm a little skeptical on the consistancy of the ground speed and its mechanical reliability over time. My experience with hydro's on lawn mowers is that the controls loose sensitivity. I want to buy my next tractor new and keep it for the next 30-40 years, so I don't want to buy something that will be problematic.
Thanks for looking...