Southern Pa. | tedbear - 12/28/2016 10:54
I was not aware that the standard models could be ordered with optional hydraulics, which might make them acceptable for loader work. The standard that I had experience with (until the boss got rid of it) reminded me of using the old "H" with a loader where you had to throw the transmission into Neutral and reengage the clutch to get the pump to run to raise the loader. At least the Deere had live hydraulics but they were SLOW.
The standard models could be ordered with the exact same hyd. system/couplers etc. as a premium, IF you don't want a cab. Forget premium hyd. on a cab model. 71/7230 standard models do not have power brakes. They will seem spongy if you're used to an older Deere. 7330 and up will have power brakes in the standard models. Early standard models had 17 gpm hyd. Later ones have 21 gpm hyd.
To the OP, try before you buy. Make sure you're satisfied with the brakes and loader speed.If the one you like is a 2012, it should be 21 gpm hyd. Unless it's an open station, then it may have premium hyds.
Edited by JD 9400 12/28/2016 11:39
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JOHN DEERE 7230 Preimum vs standard
