Nice Deere you got there, heres mine. About 1 year ago there was no guys that had a 5M other than me and this other guy. Now theres a bunch of you! The only thing I dont like is the loud noise coming from a open station .
MWRR said:Great looking outfit!!!! How does the 5105M handle the disc mower on hilly ground? Do you think a 5095M or a 5085M would handle the mower as well?
What about a 5085M on your baler?
YES....I still LOVE my new tractor. Every time I come in from feeding the cows or doing any type of hay work I tell my wife how much I love my new tractor. Actually I'm more proud of my new tractor than my new Harley.
Here are the things that really stand out in my opinion (just mine, I'm sure others will have different ideas);
1. I'm amazed how short that it turns. Cleaned off the concrete pad where I feed the cows during the winter. Pretty tight quarters, but it gets around in there better than my old tractor that is half the horse power.
2. The deluxe air seat is a must.
3. The rear fender 3pt control is a blessing.
4. The Hi-Lo switch on the 32/16 speed tranny is used often in the hay field as well as other times.
5. Seems to do pretty well on fuel but I have never "worked it hard".
6. Controls are very user friendly.
7. The air condition will run you out of the cab.
8. I clipped pastures this fall with my 9ft disc mower and was amazed how well it went up and down the hills.
9. The clutch modulation control is a nice feature that I do use often.
Now for the things that I would like changed or different;
1. The Hi-Lo tranny switch gets bumped by my knee occasionally. Wish it was placed differently.
2. I would love to be able to shift ranges on the go (like the new models).
3. I have one wheel weight on each rear wheel. Wish I had two.
The only other thing I find myself second guessing myself on is "did I really need the larger model". Most likely the 5095M or even the 5085M would be enough tractor for me.
With all that said, If I had it to do over again I would buy the same tractor. NO RESERVATIONS
DogYears.....Congrats on your new purchase!!!! You will not be the least bit disappointed with your decision to go with the larger model. My only suggestion will be to mount a water tank on that 3 bottom plow....that 5105M will drag that across the field so fast you will need the water to keep the plow cool, lol!!
Post pics asap.