new splitter

[DuketheSuperLab]

I was wondering if a barely used MTD yard machines 25 ton, with the 6.5 horse briggs was worth $750. Any help or opinions would be appreciated. I would not be making a living with this splitter, it would only need to split roughly 10 cord of oak a year. Thanks again for any input.
Superlab

 

[weatherguy]

That price doesnt sound to bad compared to what Ive been seeing around my area, course I would try to get it for $600-650, he must have some wiggle room. Did you look at it yet or you just see an ad?

 

[bioman]

sounds good to me!

 

[Backwoods Savage]

Just depends upon what shape it is in. Price doesn't sound too bad but I'd try to get it lowered if possible. Both zap and I have MTD splitters and have no problems. Mine is a 20 ton with a 5 hp B&S engine. It is beginning to use a bit of oil but oil is cheaper than metal and this thing is over 20 years old now and has split well over 200 cord of wood.

 

[kniffin50]

I've had my mtd 20 ton 5hp B/S for 18yrs. split many cords. Love it.
Rusty

 

[MasterMech]

You're most likely going to get years of service from that machine. Keep in mind that new machines in that class start at about $1000. $750 doesn't seem too bad if it is "barely used".

 

[DuketheSuperLab]

Thanks for all the help. I was about ready to pull the trigger on the machine, when another machine came available. I want to go look at it as well. It is a 3 year old 22 ton speedco with the 6.5 horsepower briggs. Asking price for this machine is $825. Do any of you guys have any comparisons on these two machines? Likes/Dislikes? Preferences? Thanks in advance.

 

[Backwoods Savage]

Duke, you most likely would be happy with either one.