I have not heard anything yet. Just wishing for an ehydro version as we have both talked about before.
I could go for a 5115 ehydro with 6 to 12 synchronized range gears. That would be perfect for my jobs. I may settle for a used 64xx series though.
Really interesting.. hey if you do get a used 6400 series, don't get one with the ecu-controlled injection pump, you will see they have a plug on the rear of the pump, where the lines come off. It was a stepping stone model to meet emissions standards.Looking at machines on Tractorhouse and Machinefinder, the "asking" price of a low-hour, 6000 premium tractor is less than a low-hour, 5115M! Crazy... I had an opportunity to demo a 6430P when I picked up a 458SS round baler in MN last year.
As I sat in the cab and looked around at the layout and got a feel for the size and handling of the tractor; I was struck by the realization that there was really very little difference between my 5075M and the 6430P in terms of physical size and handling!
Now...there was a HUGE difference in performance!
In large part; that experience is what got me thinking about selling the 4720 and moving up to a 6000 series tractor. I'd like to keep the 75M to move/stack/load round bales with and as a backup to the 6xxx for mowing and baling.
I'd have to take on more acres to justify the move. The wife does not want to do more hay... She's happy to stay with what we're currently doing.
We'll see.
Really interesting.. hey if you do get a used 6400 series, don't get one with the ecu-controlled injection pump, you will see they have a plug on the rear of the pump, where the lines come off. It was a stepping stone model to meet emissions standards.
It's prone to trouble, the fuel control valve.. don't ask me how I know this or I may tell you.. I'd definitely look at the common rail engine over that setup. Good size tractor for hay work though.
Seems to be a good place to buy, in that range between 'big compact tractor' and 'small farmer's tractor', a trend around the globe.