Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 days ago

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We took the John Deere 2038R with backhoe to a septic job where the mini-excavator would not be able to work. Tractor Time with Tim realizes that he can no longer recommend a compact tractor backhoe as a good purchase. Hear his reasons and the alternatives.

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