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| We currently have a '89 Case IH 1896 with the 12 speed powershift. It is the "big tractor" on our produce operation. The hardest work it does is pulling a 9 shank chisel plow and it pulls a 3 pt planter that weighs about 3000 lbs. Overall it is a smooth running tractor with the 5.9 Cummins and usually lacks traction before power and it rides well and is laid out well. The problem is a 4 post rops and the electrical has been a pain. Between electrical issues and power shift problems I've sunk twice what I paid for the tractor into shop bills on something with 11k hrs.
Looking at cutting my losses but torn on whether to go a lil older but hopefully more reliable such as 986 or 1086 Internationals or maybe a Ford of similar size. Other option I'm torn between is going a little newer like 5xxx series or MX series.
Main considerations:
Want to upgrade to some sort of cab with air at least quiet enough to be able to hear phone ring/not need ear plugs
Has to be reliable because I'm sick of shop bills chasing electrical gremlins/failed pressure switches, clutches, etc. Power shifts are nice but not required for us.
Power to pull 9 shank chisel without working the snot out of it.
Would like to find low hrs enough that should get several years use before can expect a major repair (200 to 300 per year)
Trying to stay under $20k
Any recommendations from guys that have any of these models or have been in similar situation trying to balance reliability and comfort. Thanks | |
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Looking for upgrade options for Case IH 1896
