Feedback on JCB MIDI and M59

[MarkMendes]

So ford thanks for the update but if I got the hoe - how would I bush hog the fields - today we use a diesel zd 331 and its not a good solution compared to the 8 foot hog we had on our old farm - unfortunately I sold that tractor and bush hog

 

[Martian]

So ford thanks for the update but if I got the hoe - how would I bush hog the fields - today we use a diesel zd 331 and its not a good solution compared to the 8 foot hog we had on our old farm - unfortunately I sold that tractor and bush hog

I'm not exactly sure of your question but I believe you are asking about if you would be able to brush hog with the M59 and the hoe on the M59 comes off and you can can hook a brush hog to the M59 which would easily handle that 8' brush hog. The Midi on the other hand would not have the PTO hp to handle an 8' hoe, it would run closer to a 5' brush hog with only 25 PTO HP.

 

[MarkMendes]

Ford - Thanks for your comments. You suggesting getting a backhoe but then I can't use the same machine to bush hog and my goal is for one machine. The M59 allows disconnection and exposes a pro with 45 HP for those three point chores. Just wish it had a factory cab.

 

[ManAtArms]

Hi MarkMendes,

I have no experience with the JCBs, but the M59 is a real monster for it's size. It always amazes me what I can do with it...a true swiss army knife. If you had to have one machine, I would go for the 59 and get the Laurin cab. I know its pricey for home farm use, but if you consider the cost over the many years of ownership it's really quite a value. I use mine almost every day and really enjoy it.

I must confess, there are time I think of trading her in for a KX057 so I can get more hoe, and I have an ASV PT50, so I have another machine with a loader, but the M59 just is so **** handy to have around. It outpowers and is more stable than the ASV in the loader department. It faster and more convenient to get on and off of, and then you can always spin the seat to use the hoe. Hydraulic flow is excellent.

Finally, she's great to have around for those times of need. Im in NJ and recently lost power for 7 days during the Halloween snow storm...19" of snow. 10 trees down blocking my farm driveway, many entangled and under lots of tension. The 59 literally saved the day. I pushed 19" of snow over my 1/2 mile drive, lifted up trees to relieve tension so I could safely makes cuts, and used the backhoe and thumb to clear debris. Pulled a stuck pickup truck out of a snow bank. It did all these tasks comfortably and without even pushing the limits.

I need to start taking pictures of the things the 59 can do.

Highly recommended.

-mark

 

[Martian]

Ford - Thanks for your comments. You suggesting getting a backhoe but then I can't use the same machine to bush hog and my goal is for one machine. The M59 allows disconnection and exposes a pro with 45 HP for those three point chores. Just wish it had a factory cab.

Don't take that as a deal breaker. That Laurin cab is nicer than many factory cabs that I've seen. The M59 is a great tractor and you'll do a lot more work with that than the JCB. 25 PTO HP is just not nearly enough. Unless your not in the backhoe department as much as I think you are and want to go more the route of a standard CUT then the M59 is the best option. If the only reason you want the Midi is for the factory cab you will be sincerely disappointed. It is not as good of a machine and will not brush hog the way you want, if you get a Woods brush hog, in my opinion the best, at 25 PTO HP you can get a 4' brush hog and at 46 HP you can get up to a 7' brush hog. It will cut your time in half. The Laurin cab is really nice and I wouldn't get hung up on it being "factory" or not.

 

[jenkinsph]

Ford - Thanks for your comments. You suggesting getting a backhoe but then I can't use the same machine to bush hog and my goal is for one machine. The M59 allows disconnection and exposes a pro with 45 HP for those three point chores. Just wish it had a factory cab.

Mark,
Have you seen a Laurin cab in person? I think they are well made and thought out imo. I can tell you this much I have had to change one door hinge (my fault, did not close the door fully while trailering at highway speed) and that is the only issue I have had. Comparing a Deere cab with the Laurin cab, the Deere cab is quiet and air tight while the Laurin cab has more engine noise and not quite as air tight. With the Laurin cab you do get operable windows, overhead console with hvac and radio, good lighting and good visibility. You also maintain the erops rating too.

Here's pics of my 110tlb too.

 

[Martian]

Here's some good threads about the Laurin Cab. The second has a lot of brochures and installation charts. All about the M59, be good for you too take a look at.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-buying-pricing/222665-larin-cabs-m-59-a.html

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-buying-pricing/156901-m59tlb-laurin-cab.html

 

[Martian]

Haven't heard anything back in a while, just wondering if you ever decided what you were going to do or if you holding back for a while.

 

[MarkMendes]

Guys -

Everyone warned about only having a PTO of 25 HP so we are working to get an M59 loaded to the farm in time for winter

Then I thought we would look at a Laurin cab if it makes sense its at least $12K to do so I'm trying to do this one step at a time - thanks

 

[Martian]

Guys -

Everyone warned about only having a PTO of 25 HP so we are working to get an M59 loaded to the farm in time for winter

Then I thought we would look at a Laurin cab if it makes sense its at least $12K to do so I'm trying to do this one step at a time - thanks

You know if you don't really need the dedicated TLB you can save some money and get a factory cab on a tractor like a 4520 or a 4720 John Deere with a factory cab. Get a 485 hoe in the spring, although you won't have the power, the depth or being in the cab while operating it but it'll save you a lot of money and get yourself a lot nicer cab - lot quieter, keep the heat in better and a lot slicker on the inside.