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Originally Posted by Robert_in_NY I do not understand why you or anyone could or would refer to Kioti or Mahindra as second tier tractor builders. These companies build their own qualilty tractors and have a good reputation. The problem with Farmtrac isn't because of the product. It was because of mis-management from the top. You see this in any industry, if the guy running the company screws up everyone suffers.
Even with Farmtracs current state I would not be scared of buying one, in fact I am talking to one of the dealers on here about buying one. If things work out I will be the proud owner of a Farmtrac 7 series in the future (if a real good deal comes along I might get a 2wd 5 series also to replace my Ford 640). Look at it like buying a great used tractor if you can buy it at a discount. If you buy a used tractor you don't normally get a warranty and with these Farmtrac tractors you know you are getting a great tractor at a great price. Just do your homework so you know where to get parts from and you are fine. |
Robert, I hope you get both FarmTracs. They look like very well built machines. Enjoy them. You make a great point that buying a Farmtrac now is similar to buying a used tractor, you seldom get a warranty with a used one.
Regarding 2nd/3rd tier companies, Yes I do think that if the tractor is not a Kubota, JD or NH it's something less than 1st tier. That's just my perception/opinion, worth about as much as yours is, and it won't change in the near future. Mahindra, however, may become the fourth member of that 1st tier someday.
I hope you strike a good deal on the Farmtrac's. Can't wait to see your pictures of them.
