Massey Ferguson 471 4.80 star(s) (6)

Good Tractor
Model Year: 2005

At first i thought the fuel economy was pretty poor but it got better after break in. used for hay operations and pasture maintaince mostly and winter feeding chores. Have had 2of the metric sized roll pins to break or rust in two. one at the clutch and one at the outboard hydraulic leaver. also some minor leaks at rear hyd couplers and the o ring at the hyd pump and the PTO brake failed but was replaced under warrenty. same battery still in service since new. good sized and plenty of power.

Pros: open station easy to mount and great visability front and rear
Cons: lowere gears not sync

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Solid
Model Year: 2006

I grew up with 200 series Masseys, so this tractor was a natural progression (more power and fuel efficiency than a 275). It has been a solid tractor. Note the engine change on later models. I greatly prefer the 268 motor, same as the 596 Massey but w/out the turbo. Have well over 1800 hrs. with no major problems. I use it for any job-including loader work, plowing, cultivating, and general choring. The FWA really makes this tractor super capable. It still has the factory battery! If you use the combining valve, it will make the loader fly.

Pros: Dependable, tough, starts well in any weather.
Cons: Shuttle linkage is crude, the lighting is poor.

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Hard Working Tractor
Model Year: 2003

I haven't had this tractor for to long but have used it quite a bit. It is used so there are a few things that need attention. The shuttle linkage needed to be adjusted. The clutch needs adjustment and the brakes stop but have to stand on them on a hill...and I have lot's of those. So far I have been mainly working on roads. There is 1 mile of driveway and an old rock quarry of sorts. It is hard work on the tractor getting the ground to give up the desired rock but so far this tractor is doing great. I didn't get any manuals for it but have some coming. AGCO publishing has them but don't give them away---expensive! That's my review. Oh, couldn't get 'er done without the 4 wheel drive; a must have here.

Pros: Hard working, soundly built, plenty of power.
Cons: Hard brakes, needs clutch and shuttle adjustments (on me to do).

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Maintenance
Model Year: 2003

This winter I have replaced the fuel punp, fuel filter, and break seal on the left side.

Pros: Good size for a varity of uses.
Cons: Turning radius is long. It's a 4wd.

MF471 4WD Shuttle Drive w/1055 loader - Diesel
Model Year: 2006

Bought this tractor new with a 1055 loader and 7' bucket (oversized) with grapple claw. The 471 tractor has proven dependable in all circumstances so far. It is used for mowing, raking, and baling hay, hauling hay wagons, and stock trailers, bushhogging, plowing, lifting etc. and just about any other random situation that comes up. It does a lot of its work on steep hills and the 4Wheel drive really gets a workout. It has always performed admirably and is a great tractor for the price. It has never refused to start even on cold winter mornings and has never been stuck even in deep mud. The only negatives I have about this tractor are that the paint has begun to fade in the hot sun, and that the seat has worn and started to crack. Otherwise, I can't fault the 471 for anything... solid tractor!

Pros: Shuttle shift and 4WD are excellent features
Cons: rear remote levers are a little too close to the right leg and can get bumped if you turn to look over your right shoulder when baling

MF 471 w/MFWD
Model Year: 2004

Massey-Ferguson 471 MFWD platform tractor w/shuttle, w/Bushog M446 Loader. With 73 HP at the flywheel and 60+ PTO HP, the MF 471 fit the bill for my usage needs when purchased. It is used to plow, disc, harrow, mow, bale, and transport hay (4X5's), bushhog (yeah, that's the term here in the South),pallet handling, and general grounds-work. I have pushed the limits with this tractor, both in terms of pulling and hydraulics. I can say without qualification that it has performed admirably and above expectations. As for features, it has all the basic needs covered. It doesn't get 5 stars simply because it can't match the features available on the more pricey 4-number series MF's. As for reliability, it has been stellar. I only mark it lower because of an alternator problem, which was fixed under warranty. Overall, absolutely a reliable, hard-working tractor worth the price paid.

Pros: Price-point compared to 4-series tractors; Perkins power; hydro output; reliability
Cons: not as feature-laden as the more expensive series; no hydraulic shuttle (option is available)