Farm Power: Case IH tractor highlights BigIron auction

Mar 02, 2017

Auction was held March 1

An online auction held by BigIron Auctions on March 1 was highlighted by a Case IH tractor selling for more than $160,000.

A 2015 Case IH Magnum 310 tractor from Manson, Iowa sold for $162,000 USD ($216,184 CAD) to a buyer from Minnesota after 164 bids.

Specs: 290 hours, 310HP, 19 Fwd-4 Rev. Power Shift Transmission, 531 CI 6 Cylinder Diesel Tier 4 Engine, Engine Block Heater, Suspended Front Axle, Front Narrow Fenders, 4 Remotes, 59 GPM High Capacity Hydraulic Pump, Luxury Performance Cab - Leather Seats, A/C & Heat, AM/FM Radio with CD/Weather Band/Blue Tooth and Sirus Satellite, Electric Adjust Ext. Rearview , Rear Axle 4.5" Diameter X 120 In. 380/80R38 Duals On Front, 480/80R50 Duals On Rear With 3000 Lb. Added Weights On Rear, Large 1000 PTO, Cat 3/3n Quick Hitch, Cat 3 Drawbar, Factory Auto Guidance, Large Color Monitor Display, Nav 2 W 372 Rec WAAS, True Ground Speed Sensor, 360 Led Lighting W/ Front HID Lights, Single Beacon Light, Hydraulic Trailer Brake, Hydraulic Return Valve.

A 2010 John Deere 8320RT tracked tractor from Wahoo, Nebraska sold for $118,000 USD ($157,498 CAD) to a buyer from North Dakota after 203 bids.

Specs: 3,682 hours, 9.0L Diesel Engine, Power Shift 16 Forward 4 Reverse Transmission, 1000 PTO, 25” Wide Tracks, 3 Point Hitch, Draw Bar Hitch, 4 Hydraulics, 22 Suitcase Weights Front, 5 Suitcase Weights Left And Right, Lights Front-Sides-Rear, Jump Seat-A/C Heat-Radio CD.

A 2009 Case IH Steiger 385 4WD tractor from Lacon, Illinois sold for $107,250 USD ($143,139 CAD) to a buyer from Illinois after 61 bids.

Specs: 2.567 hours, 385HP, Iveco Diesel Engine, Power Shift Trans, Full Guidance Ready, Tires Set For Row Crop, Premium Cab Package, Leather Seat, Heated Seat, HID 360 Light Package, Tires 520/85 R46, 4 Remotes.

A 2004 John Deere 9220 4WD tractor from Pilger, Nebraska sold for $87,750 USD ($117,114 CAD) to a buyer from South Dakota after 130 bids.

Specs: 4,159 hours, 325HP, Powershift Transmission 18 Forward 4 Reverse, 6 Cyl John Deere Diesel Engine SN: RG6121041764, Cab, Command View, AC/Heat, Radio, Active Seat For Operator, Buddy Seat, Retractable Sun Visor, Swinging Category 5 Drawbar, Green Star Ready, Cab Located Programmable Hydraulic Controls, 5 Remotes With Power Beyond, 1-3/4" 1000 RPM PTO, Axle Mount Duals, 480/80R46 Michelin Tires, Differential Lock, Case Drain Return, 5 Forward Facing Lights, 8 Rear/Side Facing Lights, Trimble Autopilot/Autosteer Ready.

A 2005 John Deere DB60 planter from West Lebanon, Indiana sold for $73,270 USD ($97,835 CAD) to a buyer from Iowa after 65 bids.

Specs: 20" Rows, 36 Row With Dawn Row Cleaners, Air Force Down Pressure System, Smart Box Insecticide, Liquid Fertilizer Bulk Fill, Small Tires 31X13.5, Larger Tires Are 16.5Lx16.1, Markers Fold, Box Included, Comes With Corn And Beans Plates And Keeton Firmers With Liquid Tips.

2005 John Deere DB60 planter

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