My First Tractor
Model Year: 2000
Just bought a used JD 5510 with PowrReverser and MFWD, and 3 rear scv's. 93hp and 8000 +/- lbs. I had also bought a 540 self-leveling loader w/ forks, and a 10a backhoe that came off a friends 5300. I had to modify the brackets for the loader as the tractor is longer (factory brackets were $3400... wow)$1200 to have the 5300 brackets modified and strengthened. My first experience in pricing green painted parts. The tractor handles the loader with ease, moving anything I need from 3000lb logs, round bales, to pallets of rock. The PowrReverser trans is great! You only need to clutch to release the park lock and the occasional shift. Have yet to disc or cultivate but can't wait to put it to the test. I'm betting on at least a 10' disc, and maybe a 15' cultivator. Many more hours to go with a 1000 more chores so don't be afraid to ask! JT
Pros: Lots of power, Good on fuel (50L/10hrs).
Cons: No cab...oh well, hot in summer and cool in winter.