Is the Mahindra Max really a SCUT

[murphy1244]

The 3 pt hitch was designed and patented with DRAFT control only. Ferguson designed it and had it on his black demonstration tractor, and then used on the 9N. The 8N came out with a lever that when activated, gave it
position control.. The Nebraska Tractor Tests said it was a tractor. There are other tractors with 3 pt. with smaller
wheels with draft control only. I would not call them a garden tractor...

Tom

What other tractors you talking about?

 

[s219]

My neighbor has a Max 28 and its definitely a nice, well built tractor. Some of the specs certainly overlap into the compact range. However, regardless of the size specs, it very much looks/feels like a subcompact -- almost the same vibe you'd get on a Kubota BX or Deere 1023/5/6. Many of the components are smaller/daintier, the rear tires are smaller, etc.

As for the 3-pt hitch classification, I can't see how that matters, regardless of what some arbitrary rating from Nebraska says. I've seen tractors of all sizes with and without position control, some were massive Ag tractors. Some of the big Ag tractors can still be spec'd with different types of 3-pt arrangements.

 

[XSKIER]

Take your feelings about large AG tractors, old production, and position control out of the equation. We're trying to find the razor's edge fine line between Garden Tractor, SCUT, and tractor.

I'd like to see that tractor with 25" or smaller tires with position control too! It's likely something built for the vineyards of the Italian countryside. If in fact that is the case, the term SCUT should only be used domestically, USA.

 

[GManBart]

I've just trademarked a new name. I'm calling machines like the Max "Crossover SCUTs", or "CSCUT". I'll be in negotiations with the big brands to see who gets to use the term. I'm expecting 7 figures....

 

[XSKIER]

Hey '94. Could you compare the 2516 and MAX28 for us.

 

[Grandad4]

Actually, Mahindra is starting to use the term "Mid-CUT". Their Max line is closer in size and performance to the smaller Kubota B models than the BX's (and the same thing with several other brands). Maybe they figure some buyers won't notice that other brands offer comparable size models.

 

[jenkinsph]

While some may argue the point about size classification I think it is good to have this in between size available. I personally don't need it but others might and at least it is an available alternative. If if fits your needs I wouldn't worry about which size it is.

 

[murphy1244]

While some may argue the point about size classification I think it is good to have this in between size available. I personally don't need it but others might and at least it is an available alternative. If if fits your needs I wouldn't worry about which size it is.

The last line says it all. Who cares what someone calls it if its the machine for you.

 

[GManBart]

Actually, Mahindra is starting to use the term "Mid-CUT". Their Max line is closer in size and performance to the smaller Kubota B models than the BX's (and the same thing with several other brands). Maybe they figure some buyers won't notice that other brands offer comparable size models.

Taken literally, wouldn't "Mid-CUT" imply that it's in the middle of the CUT category?

 

[GManBart]

While some may argue the point about size classification I think it is good to have this in between size available. I personally don't need it but others might and at least it is an available alternative. If if fits your needs I wouldn't worry about which size it is.

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