kitkit 134 #1 Posted January 1, 2020 I am asking opinions on on a 417 A . i have heard some hydro tractors are not as strong as some other models and would value opinions . Thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pfrederi 18,716 #2 Posted January 1, 2020 (edited) Great tractor. Series 2 KT17 no lubrication problems like the series 1. Eaton 1100 hydro very stout.. The 520 club won't like it but i would rateher have this than one of the 520s. Kohler engine parts are not as expensive and the electrical system is significantly simpler and less trouble prone. Edited January 1, 2020 by pfrederi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JCM 10,251 #3 Posted January 1, 2020 If it has been maintained like most things with that combination you can't go wrong. Good Luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 23,296 #4 Posted January 1, 2020 Great machine! As long as it has hydraulic lift then it has the Eaton 1100 hydro which equals heavy duty. A hydro Wheel Horse of that vintage with manual lift will have the light duty Eaton 700. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kitkit 134 #5 Posted January 2, 2020 Thank you all for the info I appreciate it . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
