mf 461 and 563 best tractor in the world

[masseyrider]

I still have my pair of 563s, both 07s. Combined about 1400hrs.
One still has the original battery, other battery died this spring. About 11 years.
Other problem is the fuel lines. Rubber with the cloth braid is not equivalent to the old style brass lines.
I've replaced them a couple times.
Other than that only fluid and filter changes.
Arnie (he has the loader and lifts heavy things) and Oliver have been great.

 

[masseyrider]

Battery on Number 2 Son has now failed also. Again, 11 years, no complaints.

 

[masseyrider]

I was thinking of updating the dandy duo.
I'm keeping them.
I don't want to deal with all the BS emmissions systems.
For my applications they more than serve the purpose.

 

[Rockbadchild]

I have the 2706 I wouldn't call it the best tractor in the world... I don't have much to say against it but just like yours I would say need more HP...

 

[masseyrider]

Not a lack of hp. Spinning the wheels long before running out of puff. Runs everything I have. 12 foot discs, sprayer with 38" fan, 8 foot side shifting bush hog etc
I just find the 2700s awkward to get off and on compared to the 563.
You get older and you'll know what I mean.
Some of the controls on the 2700h series look and feel like an after thought.
I used to be in orchard and they would definitely be to high, seating position etc.

 

[Rockbadchild]

Not a lack of hp. Spinning the wheels long before running out of puff. Runs everything I have. 12 foot discs, sprayer with 38" fan, 8 foot side shifting bush hog etc
I just find the 2700s awkward to get off and on compared to the 563.
You get older and you'll know what I mean.
Some of the controls on the 2700h series look and feel like an after thought.
I used to be in orchard and they would definitely be to high, seating position etc.

For my application yes I don't have enough HP I need more PTO Hp and engine HP at the speed I want operate so in both case I need more ... I would need at least 80hp