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John Deere 2520 Review



Overall Rating:
rating
 4.80
Build Quality:
5
Features:
rating
5
Performance:
rating
5
Value:
rating
4
Reliability:
rating
5


6 Month Review Posted by hillbilly rick on 11/27/2011

It is a good tractor that I would buy again. I have the 200CX loader, 62D drive on deck, RC2060 rotary mower and 54" front blade. I got iMatch which makes putting stuff on the hitch a breeze. I picked Deere mostly due to the brakes being on the left side. I live on a hill, and I like the ability to keep my foot on both brakes and gas in certain situations.

The rotary mower is great. I am able to mow places in one afternoon that I might weed eat once a year. I'm still learning how to really use the loader, but it has been helpful a few times. I have not used the front blade yet, but will be in the next few weeks for snow.

The issues I list below are minor, but keep the tractor from being perfect:

You do have to be careful when turning on grass - sharp turns have a tendency to tear up the grass - especially in damp areas. 4WD make this much worse. I have a similar issue on a steep section of yard where you have to use 4WD. I am going to plant something there and avoid mowing it I think.

The front grille sucks up grass when mowing and blocks airflow. You have to shut off the tractor to get it off.

The parking brake is a little weak when the tractor is in neutral. You have to be careful where you park it when leaving it running while off the tractor.

The biggest complaint I have is that you have to switch the hardware underneath the front when going between 62D and front blade. It is not that hard to change, but you would think one set of plates would do both. Also, the blade's hydraulic hose colors do not match the tractor's.

ITEM INFORMATION
Model year: 2011 Date Purchased: 05/05/2011 Number of Hours: 35
REVIEWER'S ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pros: Brakes on left; Deere quality. Cons: Price, lawn damage in certain areas, grass on grille. Type of User: Homeowner 10-50 Acres Location: United States West Virginia I also considered buying: Kubota B3200, Cub Cadet Yanmar SX3100
REVIEWER'S PHOTOS
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