Price and review of LS XU5065PS

[IronHorseRanch]

I'm looking at a new XU5065PS. Is under $30k reasonable? That price is "out the door" prepped and tires loaded.

I really like the PS feature and the downdraft exhaust for clearance. I'm not terribly fond of the chrome on the front end but I guess that's ok. It just seems out of place on a tractor. I may add a third remote later. I can't think of how I'll use it for my needs.

Thanks for any feedback.

IHR

 

[BlessedMess]

I'm looking at a new XU5065PS. Is under $30k reasonable? That price is "out the door" prepped and tires loaded. I really like the PS feature and the downdraft exhaust for clearance. I'm not terribly fond of the chrome on the front end but I guess that's ok. It just seems out of place on a tractor. I may add a third remote later. I can't think of how I'll use it for my needs. Thanks for any feedback. IHR

Congrats on discovering LS and (IMHO) one of the best 60-ish HP tractor values out there. Six months and ~33 engine hours after purchase, and pleased with my XU5065CPS (plus LS loader and backhoe on R4s). Agree that the PS is worth the extra $ alone, and in some applications the add'l PTO HP may also justify the cost over a XU5055. Only wish winter work schedule had allowed me to use it more than I have... hoping to make up for that soon.

My OTD pricing isn't apples to apples with a cab and BH, but believe open station XU5065PS pricing would have been in the same ballpark as your quote assuming a loader is included. For reference the open station model probably would have fit in our detached garage (sans either BH or loader), but the cab is too tall to clear the door by about 6 inches. While I like the cab and standard stack exhaust for multiple reasons, you're right, clearance issue aren't negotiable. On the plus side, I can keep lawnmower and other junk in the garage, and successfully convinced the wife we need a pole barn for tractor and misc. other uses!

Regarding the chrome grill (which probably looks better on cab models) and exhaust, the exterior and interior finishings are at least holding up very well. Might suggest taking some precautions for any extended towing since I've heard -- true or not? -- that downdraft exhausts are more susceptible to ingesting wind and spinning the turbo without the intended lubrication. Maybe one of those jet engine-style covers with a streamer would work Either way I found that the standard features, "just right" size and HP, not to mention enormous price delta between similar class competitors, makes the XU series a strong choice. Best wishes in making your decision.

 

[xrsrfn]

I only have 12 hours on my XU5065 but in comparison to the LS5020 the operation with the power shuttle is effortless. I was doing repeat loader work for most of the hours on tractor moving dirt to a new stream crossing and it was a pleasure. The HP is just right so far and I think pulling any of the implements I have will be a breeze. I do regret not getting the factory front weight especially if I bushhog without loader on since I have a very hilly pasture I hope to not spin. Definitely load rear tires with what is available in your area, I have rimguard in mine and it makes a huge difference.
Your price is very good mine was just over 30000 but I traded in a tractor so that is probably why I am a little higher. Overall I am impressed with the LS tractor line and have been please with the performance of both, hope I see the full 18% fuel savings this spring and summer. Winter has me shutdown from doing much but I go start it and drive around a bit to practice driving it...... Don't want to get rusty.

 

[IronHorseRanch]

Thanks for the feedback guys. I looked at the P7010C last weekend and really liked it. However, I really need the clearance the open station and down swept exhaust offers.

Going to check the 5065 out tomorrow. It seems like this will be the right combination for me.

I'll post an update this weekend.

IHR

 

[IronHorseRanch]

Ok, I checked out the 5065 today and decided that the PS feature isn't really that appealing for my needs. While it operates well, getting used to left hand operation as opposed to left foot and right hand isn't much simpler. I don't use the tractor for a lot of dirt work and the traditional sifting just seems as easy for me.

The open station platform doesn't seem to offer much over my Ford 5640, which is a work horse.

I think I'm headed back to the P7010C. While its substantially more money, the convenirnces of a cab plus the larger format offer grater flexibility and comfort. That's something I'll appreciate in the hot Texas summers.

I think I'll finalize the season Monday.

Thanks again for your advise and opinion.


IHR

 

[BlessedMess]

Glad you found the right fit -- everything is bigger/stouter, and the selectable PTO speeds, buddy seat (optional), push button 4WD, std 3rd remotes, etc. make it a compelling choice over the XU5065CPS for those who want the cab... for not too much more $ either! Are you keeping the Ford for those low clearance needs?

 

[IronHorseRanch]

I'm planning on keeping the Ford for the brush work jobs. With the non foldable ROPS and vertical stack, clearance is 112". I've been smacked in the face several times .

The property is coming together and the plan is to have most of the trees trimmed this summer. Yeah right! Anyway, it just didn't make sense to me to have another open station. I have a buddy who wants the Ford so that will lower my cost basis. The deprecation helps make the purchase palatable.

IHR