Mahindra 4530
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25-50 HP Tractors
About the Mahindra 4530
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User Reviews (21)
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2006 Mahindra review
Model Year: 2006
This is one of three tractors I work on the farm. Used mostly for hay cutting and hauling, and FEL work. Very happy with it so far. Starts in any weather, handles very well. It has been a real workhorse when clearing woods and brush. I have two main complaints. One, it has always had some issues going into second gear. It was modified with the Mahindra "upgrade" before I bought it, so that is not the problem. The second complaint is the fuel tank screen. This fine mesh screen becomes clogged after 50-60 hours of operation, and requires cleaning. The tank must be drained to accomplish this.
Pros: Heavy duty, runs well, handles well.
Cons: Second gear, fuel screen
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Model Year: 2006
This is one of three tractors I work on the farm. Used mostly for hay cutting and hauling, and FEL work. Very happy with it so far. Starts in any weather, handles very well. It has been a real workhorse when clearing woods and brush. I have two main complaints. One, it has always had some issues going into second gear. It was modified with the Mahindra "upgrade" before I bought it, so that is not the problem. The second complaint is the fuel tank screen. This fine mesh screen becomes clogged after 50-60 hours of operation, and requires cleaning. The tank must be drained to accomplish this.
Pros: Heavy duty, runs well, handles well.
Cons: Second gear, fuel screen
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Mahindra 4530 4WD tractor with front end loader, 4 in one bucket
Model Year: 2006
Good sturdy tractor, but had two negative experiences. First was one of the steering linkages coming undone, leaving one wheel unsteerable. Obtained new linkage but was very hard to screw in, needed special tools, required several trips to dealer, which is 40 minutes away. Second the connecting pin on top of the gearbox to do with changing forward to reverse direction broke. Could replace with bolt and nut, but was fiddly job. Apart from these two incidents that both left me stranded, the tractor has been OK.
Pros: Sturdy and heavy
Cons: Tow 'mission-critical' incidents
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Model Year: 2006
Good sturdy tractor, but had two negative experiences. First was one of the steering linkages coming undone, leaving one wheel unsteerable. Obtained new linkage but was very hard to screw in, needed special tools, required several trips to dealer, which is 40 minutes away. Second the connecting pin on top of the gearbox to do with changing forward to reverse direction broke. Could replace with bolt and nut, but was fiddly job. Apart from these two incidents that both left me stranded, the tractor has been OK.
Pros: Sturdy and heavy
Cons: Tow 'mission-critical' incidents
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4530
Model Year: 2010
I thought while I was on here I would comment on my 4530. I got it home from dealer. Front Axle almost 1/2 gallon low on 80w90. Differential pedal backwards and would not engage diff lock. Despite being in 2wd tractor, it was stuck in 4wd had to adjust lever over a half inch to get it to disengage. The front right wheel tie rod unscrewed from the hydraulic steering control arm. I have a short in the temp gauge and half the time it won't read temps. 1st and 2nd gear in low range are a bit hard to get into gear, but the 3rd and 4th just go right in. The hydraulics are a bit slow. The front end loader blocks lights. No place to chain the front of the tractor easily when hauling (don't have grill guard) have to chain on the loader. Other than that, it works great.
Pros: Engine sounds good, easy on & off, love the back end hookups and adjustments.
Cons: Dry brakes should have just got the 55 series instead of the 45. It has wet breaks and I think a bigger loader.
Model Year: 2010
I thought while I was on here I would comment on my 4530. I got it home from dealer. Front Axle almost 1/2 gallon low on 80w90. Differential pedal backwards and would not engage diff lock. Despite being in 2wd tractor, it was stuck in 4wd had to adjust lever over a half inch to get it to disengage. The front right wheel tie rod unscrewed from the hydraulic steering control arm. I have a short in the temp gauge and half the time it won't read temps. 1st and 2nd gear in low range are a bit hard to get into gear, but the 3rd and 4th just go right in. The hydraulics are a bit slow. The front end loader blocks lights. No place to chain the front of the tractor easily when hauling (don't have grill guard) have to chain on the loader. Other than that, it works great.
Pros: Engine sounds good, easy on & off, love the back end hookups and adjustments.
Cons: Dry brakes should have just got the 55 series instead of the 45. It has wet breaks and I think a bigger loader.
I Love It
Model Year: 2010
I bought it for its lifting capacity as we are also using it as a forklift. It pics up more than spec'd - I'm impressed. I looked around a long time before picking this one.Its old school i love it.
Pros: Built like a brick house.
Cons: Havn't found them yet.
Model Year: 2010
I bought it for its lifting capacity as we are also using it as a forklift. It pics up more than spec'd - I'm impressed. I looked around a long time before picking this one.Its old school i love it.
Pros: Built like a brick house.
Cons: Havn't found them yet.
Built like a tank
Model Year: 2005
I purchased this 4 wheel drive 42.5 HP tractor used with 228 hours on it. It came with, front end loader, root grapple,6 ft HD Bush Hog, 6 ft box blade, and 6 ft grade master, all for $14,000.The 2011 model with FOL sells for $20,800 (cash price) with no equipment. This tractor has no problem handling any of this equipment. The extra weight of this tractor helps put the power to the ground, especially in 4 wheel drive. The front end loader has more lift capability at 2950 lbs than the competition. The shuttle shift works groat with the front end loader.
Pros: Heavier than competition, Greater lift capacity. Great price. Parts avalibility
Cons: No remotes on new model. A $600 expense if added.
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Model Year: 2005
I purchased this 4 wheel drive 42.5 HP tractor used with 228 hours on it. It came with, front end loader, root grapple,6 ft HD Bush Hog, 6 ft box blade, and 6 ft grade master, all for $14,000.The 2011 model with FOL sells for $20,800 (cash price) with no equipment. This tractor has no problem handling any of this equipment. The extra weight of this tractor helps put the power to the ground, especially in 4 wheel drive. The front end loader has more lift capability at 2950 lbs than the competition. The shuttle shift works groat with the front end loader.
Pros: Heavier than competition, Greater lift capacity. Great price. Parts avalibility
Cons: No remotes on new model. A $600 expense if added.
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2010 Mahindra 4530
Model Year: 2010
So far this has been a great tractor. I use it to brush hog and as a log skidder. I don't take it easy on it, it earns its keep. The only problem I've had with it was at 100hrs threads on the Tie rod and ball joint on the right side backed out of the power steering cylinder and messed up the threads, Which left me stuck in a field. It took about 3 months to get the parts in. My only problem with the tractor is the weight. It's only a problem cause 98% of the work it does is not at the house which means I'm hauling it everywhere. With the loader and 7' Landpride it weighs in around 8500lbs. When skidding logs however, I'm glad I've got the weight, just don't need it to brushhog. If you are needing a tractor to work the farm it's hard to beat, it is a boss. If you plan on hauling it all over it might not be the best choice. It pulls the 7' brushhog great, very rarely gets bogged down and mows over anything.
Pros: Built like a tank, a lot of tractor for the money.
Cons: Heavy, I know I'm in the minority listing this as a con.
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Model Year: 2010
So far this has been a great tractor. I use it to brush hog and as a log skidder. I don't take it easy on it, it earns its keep. The only problem I've had with it was at 100hrs threads on the Tie rod and ball joint on the right side backed out of the power steering cylinder and messed up the threads, Which left me stuck in a field. It took about 3 months to get the parts in. My only problem with the tractor is the weight. It's only a problem cause 98% of the work it does is not at the house which means I'm hauling it everywhere. With the loader and 7' Landpride it weighs in around 8500lbs. When skidding logs however, I'm glad I've got the weight, just don't need it to brushhog. If you are needing a tractor to work the farm it's hard to beat, it is a boss. If you plan on hauling it all over it might not be the best choice. It pulls the 7' brushhog great, very rarely gets bogged down and mows over anything.
Pros: Built like a tank, a lot of tractor for the money.
Cons: Heavy, I know I'm in the minority listing this as a con.
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Outstanding Tractor
Model Year: 2010
When I went shopping for a tractor, the best advice I got was buy the tractor new, get the implements used. The second best advice was to get a Mahindra tractor. I grew up running the old IH tractors in the 60s and 70s, and since the Mahindra Corp bought the old IH plant in India, they are pretty much the same tractor. My 4530 is the toughest tractor I have ever used. I use it for bushhogging, FEL work, etc. I just had it serviced at the 50 hour mark, and so far no problems whatsoever. It pulls unbelievably for it's size and it's weight helps in that regard. I have hilly terrain on my farm and I have been able to bushhog parts of it that I didn't think a tractor could get to without flipping thanks to this tractors wide stance and weight. I thought I would need the 4WD for this work but so far, not a problem in 2WD although the ag front tires do help a lot. This is the best tractor around for the price, and it will flat out outperform any of the big three tractor manufacturers HP for HP and beats them completely dollar for dollar.
Pros: Everything.
Cons: Nothing so far.
Model Year: 2010
When I went shopping for a tractor, the best advice I got was buy the tractor new, get the implements used. The second best advice was to get a Mahindra tractor. I grew up running the old IH tractors in the 60s and 70s, and since the Mahindra Corp bought the old IH plant in India, they are pretty much the same tractor. My 4530 is the toughest tractor I have ever used. I use it for bushhogging, FEL work, etc. I just had it serviced at the 50 hour mark, and so far no problems whatsoever. It pulls unbelievably for it's size and it's weight helps in that regard. I have hilly terrain on my farm and I have been able to bushhog parts of it that I didn't think a tractor could get to without flipping thanks to this tractors wide stance and weight. I thought I would need the 4WD for this work but so far, not a problem in 2WD although the ag front tires do help a lot. This is the best tractor around for the price, and it will flat out outperform any of the big three tractor manufacturers HP for HP and beats them completely dollar for dollar.
Pros: Everything.
Cons: Nothing so far.
After 6 Months
Model Year: 2010
Really like the tractor,would buy again. Strong hydraulics, very stable on hills.Front end loader is great! Dealer was very easy to deal with and up front with issues and addressed all of them.
Pros: Good value for the money, nice features.
Cons: Shifts hard in main gears, but is getting better, bucket is a little lightweight.
Model Year: 2010
Really like the tractor,would buy again. Strong hydraulics, very stable on hills.Front end loader is great! Dealer was very easy to deal with and up front with issues and addressed all of them.
Pros: Good value for the money, nice features.
Cons: Shifts hard in main gears, but is getting better, bucket is a little lightweight.
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