5035, 5530, 6530 4WD

[JerryK]

Here are the part numbers for the Cat 2 ends. These numbers are from www.mahindrapartsonline , and I don't know if they are 'official' Mahindra part numbers or not. I would talk to your dealer and have him price in the Cat 2 conversion. He might eat some of the $109 USD cost for each one. Good luck, and have fun shopping....



E007606042D91 LOWER LINK Slip End CAT-2 LH (Optional)
E007606043D91 LOWER LINK Slip End CAT-2 RH (Optional)

 

[MtnViewRanch]

How or why would the PST version allow operation at a lower RPM?

Most HSTs are suppose to be operated at a higher RPMs, say 2000. You can basically just idle around with any gear model tractor. I do a lot of work with my 7520 at 1500-1750RPM. I just said the power shuttle because I would prefer the PST over the std shuttle. That's not to say that you can't work the HST at lower RPMs, just that you are suppose to operate it at higher RPMs without doing damage to the machine.

 

[Ram4x4]

Running an HST at lower RPM damages the transmission????

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Running an HST at lower RPM damages the transmission????

I don't know if it does or not, but the owners manuals say to run at higher RPMs. My Mahindra 3215HST operators manual says to never run the engine below 1500 rpms. I have read with other tractors where they are to be operated at 2200 and higher rpms. I personally would not own a tractor that had to be operated all the time above 2000rpm.

 

[Ram4x4]

Well, the stats on the 5035 show PTO RPM of 540 at engine RPM of 2,404.

I wonder if the manual is speaking specifically of the transmission or the engine. It's never good to lug a diesel.

I don't see it as much of a problem. When bush hogging I'll be running the PTO at 540. I tried the lower RPM thing on my old David Brown but it didn't give a good cut quality. The old 880 had a dual range PTO, and I did try it in the 1,000 RPM setting and really lowering the engine RPM, but that bogged and lugged the engine too much.

When doing FEL work it would make sense to run the engine up so you get the lift you need and cycle times on the bucket and arms. I imagine driving to and from a work area or transporting a bucket load of something it isn't going to a big deal and you could back the engine down during that time.

I don't know though.

The HST is what attracted me to the 5035 and I know what that tractor with loader is going for, but haven't priced a PST version to see what the difference in price is. If I decide to go with gears, then I may opt to get a 5530 instead for the extra oomph in the hydraulics and FEL and the slight increase in PTO HP, but would have to ensure it isn't too tall to fit into the garage bay on my barn (have to consider that).

I have time though, it's not like I have to decide for sure in a few days

 

[MtnViewRanch]

I think that you will find that the PST is about the same price as the HST.

 

[hydro2]

I do have a son, but his name is Josh, and he is a junior Fire Police member at the Parker VFD!

Emlenton is closer (I'm up in Nickleville), but one of his school buddies is also a member there, so he wanted to join Parker. Not a big deal, it's not a far drive for us and he usually rides the school bus home with his buddy so he can go to the meetings.

The wife and I don't mind picking him up...gives us an excuse to stop into the little pizza shop in Foxburg to grab a sub before we pick him up (their Italian sub is pretty good!).

He'll be 16 next month, so it won't be long till he's driving any way.

Man, it's a small world

I live right down the river from you in Hillville.

 

[LAWALLSTRACTOR]

Well, the stats on the 5035 show PTO RPM of 540 at engine RPM of 2,404.

I wonder if the manual is speaking specifically of the transmission or the engine. It's never good to lug a diesel.

I don't see it as much of a problem. When bush hogging I'll be running the PTO at 540. I tried the lower RPM thing on my old David Brown but it didn't give a good cut quality. The old 880 had a dual range PTO, and I did try it in the 1,000 RPM setting and really lowering the engine RPM, but that bogged and lugged the engine too much.

When doing FEL work it would make sense to run the engine up so you get the lift you need and cycle times on the bucket and arms. I imagine driving to and from a work area or transporting a bucket load of something it isn't going to a big deal and you could back the engine down during that time.

I don't know though.

The HST is what attracted me to the 5035 and I know what that tractor with loader is going for, but haven't priced a PST version to see what the difference in price is. If I decide to go with gears, then I may opt to get a 5530 instead for the extra oomph in the hydraulics and FEL and the slight increase in PTO HP, but would have to ensure it isn't too tall to fit into the garage bay on my barn (have to consider that).

I have time though, it's not like I have to decide for sure in a few days

Keep in mind that the 5530 having more oomph is because of the larger loader cylinders, but the trade off is slower cycle times on the loader.

 

[MtnViewRanch]

Just my :2cents:, but the 5530 is what I would consider a farm utility tractor where as the 5035 is a utility tractor. The 5530 is beefier all around, but not quite as nice of a machine. Both will suit your needs, the 35 series would be a bit more comfortable with the additional niceties.

 

[EMB5530]

Keep in mind that the 5530 having more oomph is because of the larger loader cylinders, but the trade off is slower cycle times on the loader.

I would agree here my 5530 is not a fast loader machine but if speed is what you are looking for then a skid steer is a better machine.
But if a person is wanting an all around tough farm machine then I would without hesitation endorse the 5530 it is a work-horse and I have not had any complaints on performance thus far (32 hrs on it so far):thumbsup: