3boys865
Silver Member
Looking for any advice and comparison between the MX5100HST and the M5140 hydro-shuttle in terms of performance and fit for doing grapple work clearing brush and trees. Will be using tractor to clear, move and stack brush and also to move and pick up downed trees to waist height for easy cutting.
Obviously, the M series is a heavier and beefier tractor and the FEL is bigger and stronger. Trying to determine how beneficial the extra capabilities of the M series would actually be for doing this type of land clearing work. I have studied the differences in specifications and evaluated the pros and cons of both on paper, but looking for some input and advice from people that have hands on experience with these tractors doing similar work. Right now, I am doing everything by hand, so either will be a big improvement. I don't mind paying more for the additional capabilities of the M5140 if it will allow me to do more work or to do the same work safer and easier. I have heard the MX5100 is very capable as well, and if the actual lift capabilities are close enough to the M5140, the MX5100 has the advantage in manueverabilty and price.
What would I be able to do with the M5140 that I couldn't do with the MX5100?
I am planning to get a true 3rd function valve and a open bottom root grapple. Any advice on other options or attachments I should consider to optimize the tractor for land clearing?
Obviously, the M series is a heavier and beefier tractor and the FEL is bigger and stronger. Trying to determine how beneficial the extra capabilities of the M series would actually be for doing this type of land clearing work. I have studied the differences in specifications and evaluated the pros and cons of both on paper, but looking for some input and advice from people that have hands on experience with these tractors doing similar work. Right now, I am doing everything by hand, so either will be a big improvement. I don't mind paying more for the additional capabilities of the M5140 if it will allow me to do more work or to do the same work safer and easier. I have heard the MX5100 is very capable as well, and if the actual lift capabilities are close enough to the M5140, the MX5100 has the advantage in manueverabilty and price.
What would I be able to do with the M5140 that I couldn't do with the MX5100?
I am planning to get a true 3rd function valve and a open bottom root grapple. Any advice on other options or attachments I should consider to optimize the tractor for land clearing?