Combines Will 1660 handle 30 header in 30 40 BU WheatIJ

[Chuckm]

We have a 1660 with a 25' 1010. In 30 to 40 bushel wheat we can go 4 MPH plus or minus a little. So, would it handle a 30 foot header, I believe that it would if you were comfortable with 3 mph or so. As for comparison to the John Deeres, a 1660 is class 5 and compares to a 9500 very well. We cut with a neighbor's 9500 last year and they were very comparable. I think that the 1660 took the straw better (wheat was on the ground and we were cutting 1" to 2"). All in all, very comparable. Chuck

 

[dakotaboy]

Thank you for the input. I can buy a 1660 with 1740 or so engine hours w_ a 1010 30' header for $36,000 delivered . Is that a good dealIJ the bank said book was around 45,000 (I think for the header and machine) I think its a good deal what do you all thinkIJ

 

[dakotaboy]

Also, is there any "tune ups" to get a little more snuce out of a 1660, without hurting the combineIJ

 

[Chuckm]

That is the tough question to answer, there are so many things to factor in. Condition, warranty, dealer reputation, your finances, etc. With that said, we bought a 1989 (DT 466 engine) with 2200 hours and a 25' 1010 for 28K three years ago.

 

[dakotaboy]

Yes thats true. It is in "VG" condition I would say. looks good. good rubber oh and also, Has new concave, new bars_balance job, and new feeder chain.