My neighbor has one. I believe his is a 12. Had a few issues when he first go it. His was the first year of tier 4. Other then the few issues he's been real happy with it. I spent a ton of time researching the m and e series. In the end I went with the e. If money wasn't a problem I would have bought the m. I would check to see if that tractor has any of the emission stuff on it. If it doesn't have it, that's another plus.
They also haave a 5085e but the loader didn't look as heavy duty. I think it was a 553 loader? It did have the 3rd loader valve I believe tho. Whhich would be noce if I ever wanted to add a grapple
I got my e with a h260 loader and 3rd function. The m has a little more hydrulic output. I think 2 or 3 GPM more. It also has a electronic 3 point. I take it the 85e is a 13 or 14? They can put the better loader on the e. What do they want for the m compared to the e?
They have 0% on the e's for 5 years right now. I couldn't find much info on the new 85e's. They just started making them in 13. Took the place of the 83e. The m and the new e's are lot closer in comparison now. What's your plan for the tractor?
We have a small cattle farm. Move hay mainly. Raking tedding. Bush hoggings. I have a 5055d right now an we bale 4x 5 bales. But looking to upgrade to a 5x6 baler so I'm gonna upgrade my utility tractor also
Either tractor would do a great job. I think you'll find the economy pto usefull. As long as the m is in good shape and you don't mind a used machine, I think you'll be very happy with it. They could add a 3rd remote for you. What trans was in the m?
They have 0% on the e's for 5 years right now. I couldn't find much info on the new 85e's. They just started making them in 13. Took the place of the 83e. The m and the new e's are lot closer in comparison now. What's your plan for the tractor?