Case IH AFX 10, AF 20, 230, 240 and 250 series combines: Condition and spec first, age second

CASE IH

AF 8010

Year: 2008

Condition: Good

Engine hours/cylinder hours: 2,544/2,184

Tyres: F 900/60 R32 R R480/70 R30

Header type / width: 2050 9.15m

Comment: Early ST tube model, with 65t/hr potential when not chopping. Ideal for smaller arable farm looking for a high output over a much-reduced area than a younger buy. Fat front tyres and less durable 2050 header.

Price: Start from £50,000

CASE IH

AF 8120

Year: 2009

Condition: Good

Engine hours/cylinder hours: 2,800/2,670

Tyres: F 800/65 R32 R480/70 R30

Header type / width: 3050 9.15m

Comment: Early ‘20’ series model. Probably a better buy than a ‘10’ series, with much improved service access to the engine and fuel tank and stronger 3050 header. Case IH dealers less likely to have retail models on offer.

Price: Start from £60,000

CASE IH

AF 7230

Year: 2014

Condition: Good

Engine hours/cylinder hours: 2,800/2,670

Tyres: F 800/65 R32 R480/70 R30

Header type / width: 3050 9.15m

Comment: A 7230 can make a top buy for those with a smaller acreage wanting to buy into a bit of capacity insurance. If looked after, a lightly worked model should have modest operating costs. Check the specs, many entry-level

Price: Start from £85,000

CASE IH

AF 8230

Year: 2014

Condition: Good

Engine hours/cylinder hours: 2,800/2,670

Tyres: F 800/65 R32 R480/70 R30

Header type / width: 3050 9.15m

Comment: Strong demand can see prices of these models vary considerably, but as with any model look at hours, condition and spec. A high hour 8240 could be similar money but