> 1. New tractors get much better fuel mileage Some do, some don't but this is mostly true (which is why the farmer in question is re-powering the old tractors

> 1. New tractors get much better fuel mileage Some do, some don't but this is mostly true (which is why the farmer in question is re-powering the old tractors). > 2. New tractors have technology that can go a long way to making the payments on them This is pretty flatly false. Whatever monitors, guidance, and steering technology (which is all I can think of that you might be referring to) is available for these tractors as well. > 3. New tractors have a lot more operator comfort and if you're putting in eighteen hour days that's important. This is also addressed with new seats and making the cab air-ride in the article. But then these upgrades are why I think this in particular is a false economy, he is spending a lot on these old tractors! Gently used is still pretty pricey, newer year but high-hour tractors are where I always feel the sweet spot is, a 9,000 hour 2005 model tractor is pretty cheap and is also pretty good in most cases.