A couple 5400 questions

[jimg]

I understand these models are 'new' to the MF line. Would that make them an older design updated w/ a new name or something truely off the drawing board? Ive looking around one here but didnt seen any (although this isnt MF country). Does anyone have firsthand experience w/ the Dyna transmission? How do they hold up over time and how new are they to the MF line?

 

[Woodbeef]

5400 series has been around for 3 years or so. The Dyna-4 is new though. It is a 4 step powershift with 4 ranges. Spec them with the hi-vis hood, roof,and powershuttle........one dandy loader tractor. Very viable choice in the 60-100 hp range. Can be speced up or down depending on your needs. Kind of a cross between the 4300 and 6400 series Masseys

 

[jimg]

I had the mistaken impresson they were a new design. Thanx for correcting that! Ive read the sales blurbs and they make it sound really snappy, like your write up. Is the Dyna an old(er) very reliable transmission or something newish thats probably not yet been proven? I really dont know much about the MF line.

 

[MFRED]

The DYNA-4 is a slick transmission. Power shuttle, Power shift, De-clutch with the shuttle lever, Awsome! It's kind of a lesser version of the DYNA-6 that has been out for a while. I Don't know of any major problems other than people not used to not having to use the clutch and riding the clutch that stops oil supply to to clutch pack that will make it wear early. But thats not really a trans problem but operator I guess. Wish my 5435 had the DYNA-4. 4 Power shift gears sure would beat 2.

 

[jimg]

Thanx for the infos! So, how long have you had your 5435 and how do you like it? From your comments it sounds like you have the powerup transmmission (each gear has a hi/lo).

 

[MFRED]

The 5435 is great! Had it just about 2 years, Mostly just a baling tractor, but I did do some brush mowing and we spread manure with it this past winter. It was a little more than needed at the time, but got a great deal as it was a leftover, demo tractor. Bought it to use for a few years then trade for a bigger one with a cab, but now I think i'll hold off and keep this one and just buy another one. The weight on it is awsome. For a 60 PTO hp tractor it has the heart of a 100 hp tractor. The dyno says it's a little more than 60 too. I used a MF 481 to bale with and it was great, untill I drove this 5435. Maybe a little overkill for the need but the absolute best tractor ever to run the fields of this farm.

 

[jimg]

Bailing tractor huh! I have lots of question for you then! How many acres are you haying and what sort of mower-conditioner are you using? Do you find the powerup feature useful when baling? Is your 5435 2 or 4wd? Thanx again for all the infos!!

 

[MFRED]

We do around 10,000 small square bales a year. The power shift is excellent for baling as you can quickly change speeds for row density. I say the 4 speed power shift would be better for the drive between rows not for me, but the help and I sometimes disagree on just how smooth my gear shifting really is. The tractor is 4wd and I never really thought it was needed but it really is nice when going up hills with the wagon on. The summers also don't seem to be as dry as I remember either.

 

[WilliamBos]

I had the mistaken impresson they were a new design. Thanx for correcting that! Ive read the sales blurbs and they make it sound really snappy, like your write up. Is the Dyna an old(er) very reliable transmission or something newish thats probably not yet been proven? I really dont know much about the MF line.

The 5400 series is an all new design. It is in it's 3rd year of existance.

 

[MFRED]

All new except they have been run in Europe for a few years. Other than the DYNA-4, the only thing new is the sheet metal. The 2 speed power shift tractors are the same as the 4200 & 4300 tractors drivetrain wise.

 

[EhM8]

The 5400 series stacks up well against the competition on most fronts, but I was surprised to notice that it's turning quoted turning circle for the 5455 is 8.4 metres. Funny thing is, I have heard the CNH TLA and JXUs criticised for having a turnings circle of 4040mm, but never heard the 5400s criticised in this department, even though the turning circle seems twice the size. Am wondering why this would be - longer wheel base maybe? Have you notice the turning circle being a problem at all? Probably wouldn't matter for general field and loader work, might be a bit annoying with a 3 pl boomspray.

The 5435 is great! Had it just about 2 years, Mostly just a baling tractor, but I did do some brush mowing and we spread manure with it this past winter. It was a little more than needed at the time, but got a great deal as it was a leftover, demo tractor. Bought it to use for a few years then trade for a bigger one with a cab, but now I think i'll hold off and keep this one and just buy another one. The weight on it is awsome. For a 60 PTO hp tractor it has the heart of a 100 hp tractor. The dyno says it's a little more than 60 too. I used a MF 481 to bale with and it was great, untill I drove this 5435. Maybe a little overkill for the need but the absolute best tractor ever to run the fields of this farm.

 

[chh]

The 5400 series stacks up well against the competition on most fronts, but I was surprised to notice that it's turning quoted turning circle for the 5455 is 8.4 metres. Funny thing is, I have heard the CNH TLA and JXUs criticised for having a turnings circle of 4040mm, but never heard the 5400s criticised in this department, even though the turning circle seems twice the size. Am wondering why this would be - longer wheel base maybe? Have you notice the turning circle being a problem at all? Probably wouldn't matter for general field and loader work, might be a bit annoying with a 3 pl boomspray.

I'm not sure where you found that number. The owners manual for the 5455 lists the turning radius at 4.33 with 14.9R28 and 4.52 with 16.9R28 tires. Max steering angle is 55 degrees

 

[EhM8]

I'm not sure where you found that number. The owners manual for the 5455 lists the turning radius at 4.33 with 14.9R28 and 4.52 with 16.9R28 tires. Max steering angle is 55 degrees

MF 5400 - 5455 brochure.

Sounded strange, that is why I asked. Seen it printed in a magazine too. Maybe it is a different way of measuring turning circle :S Or an error, wouldn't be the first anomaly I've seen in manufacturer brochures.

 

[chh]

Turning radius is not even listed in the North American brochure and is buried in the owners manual. The numbers quoted though are for the outer tire radius without brake.

 

[piller]

I think it's just that one is looking at turning radius and another is looking at the turning circle or diameter which should be exactly twice the radius by definition.

 

[EhM8]

Gah, that is so simple, it didn't occur to me! Comparing tractors is tricky!

I think it's just that one is looking at turning radius and another is looking at the turning circle or diameter which should be exactly twice the radius by definition.