New (to me) Tractor Decision Time: which option? Package with a Loader or buy better Tractor Now and Loader later?

[john432]

Do you know if a JD 6200 handles better than a New Holland as a loader tractor?

There is a JD 6200 there in budget with low hours, does anyone know where I would get a loader and brackets for it?
Thanks.
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I've a 6400 ,which is exactly the same bar engine power and tire size ,same chassis back end. With the JD loader she'll pick up two wrapped fusion bales with no rear end weight. Even lifts the 4 m power Harrow on and off a trailer,2 tonnes but only just. I'd say a very nice loader tractor, oil immersed clutch ,shuttle lever,

 

[Dreamer]

Just a wee update to say that the end result was a John Deere 6200 with a loader. Got it within budget but needs a tidy up and some basic mechanics.

Thanks for all your input on that important topic .