It痴 been interesting to say the least.
On the Deere 5065E -
By the time you add a 3rd function, go global or SSQA and ditch the middle buster for a set of pallet forks it痴 right under 40k, even with the 都pecial pricing? Also it truly is a 49 PTO hp tractor.
On the M7060 -
This is a great machine but I would prefer it with the 12 speed. Once you add the upgraded tranny, 2nd remote, 3rd function, and a worklight it痴 above 40k.
I also looked at a Mahindra 6065 and that thing is a beast but the financing sucks and well.....resale is poor at best.
So I took another look at a M5660SUHD from Kubota. I was surprised to learn it痴 a 50 PTO hp tractor and has the same loader as the M7060. It can be had with a 3rd function, second remote, worklight, etc.. for the mid 30痴. I think that痴 probably the route I知 going to take for now but I値l keep ya all posted.
What I致e learned from this whole experience is a mid sized open station economy utility tractor will end up costing an average of 35k no matter which manufacturer I choose so basically it comes down to features and preference.
Although I didn't price open-station machines when purchasing my RX7320 I would think you could get the Kioti offering for a little less than that. My cabbed version, with some added options, was $39,500. I'd expect an open station to be ~$6-7,000 less.What I’ve learned from this whole experience is a mid sized open station economy utility tractor will end up costing an average of 35k no matter which manufacturer I choose so basically it comes down to features and preference.
New Holland Workmaster and Massey Ferguson 4707 are nice machines too
I got the same tractor, but with air seat, 3rd function remote, wheels weights, front fenders, radio, and 936x self leveling loader for $44900 here in Pa.https://www.tractorhouse.com/listings/farm-equipment/for-sale/24099601/2018-massey-ferguson-4707
look at the discount off list on this loaded tractor, aren't going to see this at the JD store I don't think.
Tractor has everything I like including the rear fender mounted three point controls.
How can dealers quote list price? Seriously gouging.
I got the same tractor, but with air seat, 3rd function remote, wheels weights, front fenders, radio, and 936x self leveling loader for $44900 here in Pa.
I looked at every tractor brand sold in the US at the AG expo this week & I was extremely impressed with the MF 4707. Very well thought out and all the controls including joy stick were placed perfectly.