"Easy to work on but parts are usually heavy. "

"Enjoying old Ford tractors most of my life. Being mechanical by nature and always seeking a good deal, I found this project on Craigslist. It had more features than I had on my '57 861 or my '64 2000. I completely restored it, since I planned to keep it. That began by rebuilding the motor, trans., hyd. system, all new seals and rebuilding or replacing most all other components on the tractor by the time I was done. Automotive paint and bodywork, with attention to details finished it off. It works just as if it were new and I enjoy it every time I use it."

"Unbelievable machine for the money. Only lacking 4WD."

"Had this tractor for many years. One tough unit! Using around my home and woodlands for a variety of functions. Have a loader,backhoe,log winch,forks, snowplow. It is two wheel drive so I do need to be careful of the muddy spots, but the tires are R4s, loaded and weighted. Most reliable piece of machinery I have ever owned!"

"We bought this 3400 used with a 730 loader and I'm still using it for moving dirt, loading potting soil bin and to be honest the tractor was used pretty hard for mowing etc. and it would foul out the spark plugs about every 2-3 months, so I started adding Lucas oil treatment at about 30% ratio and I've gone years now without fouling a plug. The steering is not great because it has a tendency to pigeon toe when reversing which is a problem with a full bucket. I also have a Ford 3600 Diesel and had considered moving the front loader to it because it does not have the steering issues but have not looked into whether the 730 loader will fit the 3600."

"The tractor is extremely well built in terms of strength and durability. Most parts are easy to work on, with a few notable and annoying exceptions. The selling point of this tractor (over the 3000) is the beefed up front end, and the high quality loader that goes with it. The loader is very strong, powerful and has it's own 15-20 gpm (depending on model) pump. You won't have any complaints with the loader. Due to the heavy duty loader, the tractor is extremely front heavy and you will absolutely want a 3ph counterweight and/or weights on or in the tires in order to get decent performance. The hydraulic filters are in the rear axle and are a pain to change out/clean, with one requiring you to split the tractor. The design of the loader is such that replacing the clutch/brake cross shaft seal also requires either removal of the loader or splitting of the tractor. These last features are worth knowing if you are considering buying a tractor that needs filters replaced or has a leak at the cross shaft. "

"I'm not vastly experienced in tractors, but this Ford has proven to be a great runner in the short time that I've owned it. I added a front end loader that was designed for early 60's Fords but that upgrade went quite well and it works great. The Northern NY winter will be this tractor's "acid test". I'll add to this review in the spring if all goes as planned."

"This tractor is a reliable piece of equipment. Mine is a industrial version with a front loading bucket attached. Other than a few minor maintenance needs this tractor runs great! I use a Titan pallet fork now on the front which works great along with this tractor, I bought the pallet fork from who had great customer service and free shipping."

"It's old, it's beat up, but it's a lot of fun. I bought it last year for $2000. It's a 3 cyl gas engine. I had a coil problem that I diagnosed thanks to this forum. I have been having battery problems but I really think it's the alt. I bought a solar charger instead of replacing it. We'll see how that works. I am now looking for bucket debris forks. I am not real sure what to buy. Any ideas?"

"I purchased the tractor w/ front end loader for $300. It had a connecting rod through the side of the block. I had the engine rebuilt w/ a new rod, ground the crankshaft, replaced the cam shaft (that was broken also), welded the side of the block, put a new piston and bored the block, new rings. I got it running and after changing all the fluids noticed that a leak in the rear at the axle hub had occurred. I checked the fluids and noticed that the engine oil was not on the dip stick but the rear end was overflowing. I checked with a Ford dealer and he informed me that it is likely the result of a bad o-ring on the hydraulic pump. Sure enough, I pulled the pump, replaced the o-ring and the rest is history. Just recently, 6 weeks ago, the hydraulic system for the loader (I believe that it is a model 730 (it has a model #19-530 stamped on the loader frame) stopped working. I'm looking for Info on the loader valve/hydraulic system. Any leads? Thanks."