Mahindra 3016SHUTTLE 4.50 star(s) (17)

Mahindra 3016 Shuttle
Model Year: 2011

It's been a reliable unit for almost 3 years. The other day, however, she bogged down under "no load." I changed the fuel filter after removing, by mistake, the fuel pump which I had mistaken for the filter. I know air was allowed into the line and am in the process of purging the air from the fuel lines. I'm not sure if the fuel filter was the problem in the first place but I am getting darn frustrated trying to get the unit to run without bogging down after a minute or so. I am currently trying to clear the lines starting from the tank. Bottom line: This is not the time to ask me for an evaluation!

Pros: A bunch
Cons: The jury is still out

Excellent Tractor for Gardening and Maintaining Property
Model Year: 2012

Had never owned a new tractor. Beat myself up pretty bad for spending the money on a new tractor then after using it, I beat myself up for not already having it. As long as it is used within its size limitations it is a very efficient, versatile tractor. I use 5' implements with no problems and the front end loader is used almost every time I am on it. Our hunting property is very hilly and the 4 wheel drive comes in handy and works great when using the disc harrow. I would recommend this tractor to anyone who needs a small compact tractor. So far it has done everything I needed it to do in an efficient manner.

Pros: Easy to operate, solid construction.
Cons: Needs beefier parking brake assembly.

Fuel System Woes
Model Year: 2013

This tractor is great on fuel, so with 13 hours, the first fueling seemed to create a problem...no power and the tractor barely runs. I have been trying to purge the fuel system, changed the fuel filter, blew out the fuel lines, and so far the problem still exists. Next step is to loosen the fittings at the injectors to continue the purge. The 3616 has "bleed screws" to assist in the process, but the 3016 does not. Also, there is a recall on the three point hitch assembly that needs to be corrected. I like the tractor, so I hope that it is not going to be prone to problems.

Pros: Fuel efficient.
Cons: Susceptible to fuel system issues, which is surprising since there is a fuel screen in the fuel fill snout.

Excellent Tractor, Does Everything I Ask
Model Year: 2012

I bought this tractor last year, and have been happy with the performance in every way. I looked at Kubota when I was shopping around, but for the same tractor with same implements, it was $7,000 more (almost 25% higher). The only thing I liked better on the Kubota was the seat. I wish I would have gotten the 3616 every once in a while, I can still do all the same work, it is just a little slower with the smaller engine. I have pulled 40 foot oaks on the ground, moved around 50-60 yards of dirt, dug ditches, regularly brush hog a 5 acre field and move snow, trees and brush all around my property. I also used it to raise the walls and set the trusses on my 26' wide x 24' deep x 10' tall (wall) garage. I have the SS attachment on the ML115 loader, 60" bucket, pallet forks, a 6' rotary cutter, Norse 350 logging winch, and a Wallenstein BXM32 chipper/shredder, and turf tires loaded with 1050 lbs. of ballast and tire chains for my muddy back 20. I have used all the implements without issue, and am very happy I decided to go with the Mahindra 3016. If I wasn't offered such a good price on the 3016 (because it was on the lot already), I would have bought a 3616, but I am still happy every day with my purchase.

Pros: Affordable, reliable, good warranty.
Cons: Fuel cap location, fast dump sticks sometimes.

Mahindra With Front End Loader and Three Point Barber Rear Blade
Model Year: 0

In all the tractor does good but there are a few engineering problems you can't get to some of the cert fittings with out taking the loader off and the rear blade pivot bolt will loosen up you can't get to the nut to back it up with a wrench and theirs too much play to grade level but that's not from Mahindra. My family grows 2000 acres of rice and beans so I've had a lot of time on John Deere equipment and driving trucks to the mill its a good tractor for what I do with it like snow removal and cleaning up and the place.

Pros: The tractor has lot of steel drive line parts that make things stronger and heaver.
Cons: Theirs no rim guard in the tires when I brought the tractor. It needs more weight.

Mahindra 3016
Model Year: 2011

A couple of weeks after purchasing my Mahindra, the dealer went out of business. I found that out when I when to purchase a filter for a future oil change---no filters in stock. The stabilizers have broken twice---replacement $170 each time. Fuel gauge quit working. Tractor currently won't start---short in the electrical system somewhere. I've contacted Mahindra---"I'm sorry" response, "someone will be in touch," No one has been in touch. would not recommend a Mahindra except to someone I didn't like. Plus, the $900 optional fork lift I bought works great. Tractor has good lifting power. I should have paid the extra $ for a better tractor.

Pros: Cheap.
Cons: Cheap.

Mahindra 2016
Model Year: 2010

Very poor quality steel. 3-pt. parts break or bend easily. 3-pt. does not hold attachments secure. Dealer quit being a dealer shortly after purchase, did not have oil filter or replacement parts in stock, and next dealer is 50+ miles away. Emailed Mahinda with complaint, received an apology but no positive results. Fuel tank gauge quit working.

Pros: Lifts more than expected, starts in cold weather.
Cons: Cheap steel, expensive replacement parts, 3-pt. doesn't work.

Mahindra 3016
Model Year: 2011

I purchased the Mahindra from a dealer that quit being a dealer a week or so after my purchase. I have broken the stabilizer twice $170 to replace each one---it is a tractor and I use it like a tractor should be used. My fuel gauge quit working shortly after the warranty stopped. My loader arms bent slightly under a rather light load, making the loader bucket unevenly engaging ground. I would only recommend Mahindra to the few people I don't like and they wouldn't ask me anyway.

Pros: Cheap.
Cons: Cheap.

Mahindra 3016 Shuttle
Model Year: 2011

I have a bunch of landscaping I need to complete and felt a compact tractor would be great, instead of renting. I have never had a tractor before so relied on the reviews and read as much as I could about them. I ended up purchasing the Mahindra 3016 shuttle. I purchase this after looking at Kioti, LS, New Holland, John Deere and Kubota. Price was the deciding factor along with the what I perceived as better specifications for the loader,3 point hitch and PTO power. The tractor came with a front end loader and I purchased a 66 in heavy duty box scraper, post hole auger, and landscape rake. It has done everything I have needed it to do. It has moved a lot of dirt, post holes for a fence and planting trees, snow removal, etc. Since I consider myself a novice with these smaller tractors, I wish the unit had come with rear remotes. They are an option and when I feel motivated, maybe I will install a set so I can have a hydraulic top-link. I have just followed the manual for servicing and have been using Caterpillar branded lubricants in it. I has had the 50 hr service and is waiting for the next service at 150 hrs when I get to that point. The manual is not very well written and is difficult to understand, but the Mahindra dealers on the website always have answered my questions. The tractor has had zero issues to date. It even started last winter having been left outside when it was 15 degrees below zero.

Pros: Price, reliability, ease of use.
Cons: Owner's manual isn't the best, filters are expensive.

Mahindra Review
Model Year: 0

So far, everything has worked as expected. I am very pleased with this tractor.

Pros: Ease of operation.
Cons: None as of yet.

How Did I Do Without It?
Model Year: 2012

I bought my Mahindra 3016 a year and a half ago and I've used it for things I never dreamed of before buying it. Of course I use it to mow a 7 acre pasture and I use the front end loader for dirt work. The front end loader makes cutting down dead pine trees and making sure they fall in the correct direction, a piece of cake. I also used some ideas I got on this forum to use a subsoiler to bury 2 inch PVC pipe. That worked like a charm, too. This tractor is perfect for my uses and I just wish I'd bought one sooner.

Pros: It's all good.
Cons: None.

First Tractor
Model Year: 2013

My first tractor and I am wishing that I had bought one sooner makes life so much simpler.

Pros: Wish I had the float capability for the 3pt hitch.
Cons: No free float capability for the 3pt hitch.

Mahindra 3016
Model Year: 2011

As you can see by the number of hours this tractor is still quite new, so I have yet to find any complaints with it. It came with a front end loader and back hoe attached. I used this set up for ditching, trenching and stone and earth moving. I recently bought a used rototiller for garden use.

Pros: Big enough to do anything I need, but small enough to maneuver in tight places. Very easy on fuel, easy to start even in cold weather.
Cons: Nothing yet.

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Powerful at 60 Years of Age
Model Year: 2012

I just can't tell you how this machine has changed my life. Last yr. had hip replacement and now need one more for the road this old body just is a bit run down. My head says "I can do anything", but the body says "no you can't". I studied like my life depended on it when choosing a tractor and was about to lay my money down on the Kubota and when I picked up the news paper I saw the Mahindra add and after 200 plus hrs of some research it was Mahindra on top by lbs. This being said I won't try to beat up the competition here but just say this in four weeks time: I have 42.8 hrs. and feel like Superman. I have installed heavy galvanized fence material in high 15-18 foot sections constructed. I had moved rocks that were way passed the legal size for 28 hp I have dug in rock for hrs. scratching my way to my goals I have a lot to learn but feel young again Blue River tractor in Oklahoma great folks. First day I got it I drove up on trailer without ramps; just 4x4 and low 1st gear no problem.

Pros: Good on fuel, good control layout, great seat up front.
Cons: Doesn't come with radio or hoe lights no tool box under seat yet.

No Buyers Remorse
Model Year: 2012

It took me three months to decide on this specific tractor & front end loader, and I got it right. I also purchased a 60 inch brush mower & 60 inch tiller & 72 inch box blade with ripper teeth & PTO driven backhoe. The tractor & loader are well built---second heaviest GVW in their class that I looked at. The loader is made in the USA. The 28 HP Mitsubishi motor runs clean and has good power. Although the location of the oil dipstick is a might painful. Everything else in regards to servicing is well located or easily accessible. All of my attachments are built in China and so far I am pleasantly surprised. The 3 point hitch PTO driven backhoe cost 55% less the price of the OEM Mahindra backhoe and is a sweet heart. I am truly happy with all my gear.

Pros: Control lay out.
Cons: I hate red.

My First "Real" Tractor
Model Year: 2012

Have only 12 hours and am still getting used to controls, operation, touch and feel. Having used a late 70's Bolens HT23 with a lot of accessories for the last 20 years was okay but the Mahindra is addictive! Most of the 12 hours has been mowing with the rotary "bush-hog" and reclaiming about 2 acres of overgrown field. Found "a few" rocks, dug em out (if they didn't wiggle after a tug or two with the bucket they stayed). Have tested the 4WD without getting stuck a couple times (Bolens was 2WD). In general am impressed with the FEL (quick attach bucket) and overall power - think I would possibly like at little more at the PTO. Have a couple nit pick things like others who've reviewed this unit 1. Needs a toolbox 2. Seat belt re-tractors: once unbuckled they fall into unseen places... otherwise impressed. Have just purchased a softcab, looking into rear ballast and quick mount plow 6/7 ft.

Pros: Ease of use, power, FEL.
Cons: No toolbox. Seat belt disappears unless you pay attention.

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3016 Shuttle
Model Year: 2012

This is my first tractor purchase so I don’t have anything but rentals to compare it to, but it is awesome. Bought a backhoe with the tractor but do not have it yet. I guess there was a run on them and should have it in a few weeks. I have done more with it in 17 hours than I expected without the backhoe including removing a few stumps. It is very easy to operate and I see no reason to have the Hydrostatic transmission. I had the rear tires filled and had hooks welded to the bucket which have already been useful. So far so good.

Pros: Easy to use, will be more than adequate for all the work I have.
Cons: The seat bracket is going to break, very thin metal for slider.