TD75D want to know good or bad.

[fairlane]

I am new to site and would like input. I have been looking at new tractors. the model that seems to fit my needs and wants is a TDD75D, Now called a TDD80D. It has 4 wheel drive, cab, loader, a/c heat and radio. it is new hollands budget cab tractor. Not a lot of extras, But everything I need and more than I have ever had on a tractor before. This tractor is new but last years model I dont think anything changed from TDD75 to 80. does anybody have experience with this model or know anything good or bad. I have been diesel mechanic for 20 years and specs and tractor seem to be just what I am looking for but you never know till someone else shares there experience and or likes and dislikes while using or even hearing about problems.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

The TDD line is the same as the JX line from Case-IH. The JX tractors have been around for a few more years then the TDD and the owners of these tractors seem to be happy. The large farms buy them for utility tractors to run augers and do small chores.

One thing I like about the TDD line is how solid the tractor feels. It doesn't use a lot of plastic like the high end tractors (which is funny since plastic is supposed to be cheaper to make then metal ) The only thing I didn't like about the cab model is the rear work lights look like something that can get ripped off if you have a low branch. I don't know if CNH intentionally designed them that way or if it was an afterthought to put rear work lights on the cab but either way they don't look great.

I would and hopefully will buy one some day but it is on the back of my priority list.

 

[jbrumberg]

Robert in NY:

The ROPS mounted hazard lights on the TCDA models are described as "breakaway". They are ; but they also remount well . Jay

 

[Robert_in_NY]

The lights I am talking about are mounted on the upper rear of the cab and shouldn't be breakaway as they do not stick out to the side but appear to stick up above the cab roof some. Why it sticks out and up like that baffles me unless it really was an afterthough.

 

[fairlane]

I appreciate replies and I also thought lights on rear looked like something that was almost forgotten. I was wondering if anyone had heard of any mechanical troubles. Lots of tractors around these parts both small and large but no one with TD series. mostly TN-TL- older TW and 10 series. It looked like engine in TD was an Iveco but I could be wrong if so they were pretty good engines. I have looked at lot of tractors even smaller brands Montana- Kioti- etc but still a little gun shy not to mention for same horsepower they are usually priced just about as high. probally only one to compare to TD is Kubota 7040M. But it is much lighter and since I am going to plow with it i think TD is more suited. any input or ideas appreciated.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

Iveco is part of New Holland

 

[tazewell]

Does anyone have any input on the "offset" rear axle?

 

[Robert_in_NY]

What do you mean by "offset"?

 

[dgl24087]

What do you mean by "offset"?

I believe CNH calls them external planetary drive. It's the same rear axle that Fiat used for years on the Hesston series tractors, (80 or 90 series?). These tractors are basically the Hesston rear axles with the newer Iveco engines and updated transmissions bolted to them. The TT series uses the older transmissions as well as rear axles, I believe from the 66 series.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

I was wondering if he meant the external planetary drive. I wouldn't call that an offset axle. When I think of an offset axle I think of the Ford 1710 Offset or the Offset Cubs used for cultivating row crops.

I have not heard of any issues with the axle setup on the TDD or JX series tractors.

 

[fairlane]

One of my questions to dealer was about planetary drives. Looks like drives on my allis chalmers B. He said they had 0 problems or breakages and as discussed here have been around a long time. Looking from back of tractor it looks like a weak point but have heard nothing to even give the idea merit. tractor also has a high lift rating for its size, 5,025 pounds at 24" on lift arms.

 

[Harold_J]

The only thing I didn't like about the cab model is the rear work lights look like something that can get ripped off if you have a low branch...
I would and hopefully will buy one some day but it is on the back of my priority list.

Do you know if the cabs on these TD tractors are safe for spraying? I seem to remember a salesman telling me that the TN cabs had several air recirculation filters and were OK for pesticide spraying, but with the TD being more "basic" they might have cut corners with items like this.

 

[art]

Have you checked to see if the PTO engagement is acceptable to you? The tractor is older in design and is basically solid.

 

[Robert_in_NY]

Do you know if the cabs on these TD tractors are safe for spraying? I seem to remember a salesman telling me that the TN cabs had several air recirculation filters and were OK for pesticide spraying, but with the TD being more "basic" they might have cut corners with items like this.

I don't think NH cut any corners on the TDD. What they did was basically use off the shelf parts where they could to save money. The cab looks solid but I have not operated one. The biggest thing is to make sure you have the proper filters.

My main use would be disking and cutting hay.

 

[fairlane]

what I understand is that TN series has better filters for cab Hypoallergenic and pesticide safe where TD is just dust filter. I will have to check into it but I will not need it for spraying but it would be nice to know if filters are interchangable. I did not think about pto engagement is there something special about TD set up or is it just basic Live power set up? this is going to be big investment for me and I want to make sure it fits what I need. I am trying to get the farm that has been in my family for 5 generations back into shape. so I am scraping pennies where possible but decided if Im buying tractor anyway that I wanted cab tractor. cant afford all bells and whistles but TD seems to fit what I need. I really appreciate everybodies input.

 

[Harold_J]

what I understand is that TN series has better filters for cab Hypoallergenic and pesticide safe where TD is just dust filter. I will have to check into it but I will not need it for spraying but it would be nice to know if filters are interchangable. I did not think about pto engagement is there something special about TD set up or is it just basic Live power set up? this is going to be big investment for me and I want to make sure it fits what I need. I am trying to get the farm that has been in my family for 5 generations back into shape. so I am scraping pennies where possible but decided if Im buying tractor anyway that I wanted cab tractor. cant afford all bells and whistles but TD seems to fit what I need. I really appreciate everybodies input.

It's my understanding the PTO is a true independent setup with mechanical lever engagement of a dry clutch. On some of the more deluxe TL models the PTO has a wet clutch with hydraulic/electric engagement.

You should be fine with the dry clutch as long as you don't abuse it or frequently have to start/stop with a heavy PTO load.

 

[RickB]

The final drives are not planetaries, but bull gear and pinion final drives. I would describe them as outboard bull gear final drives. Bull gears finals have been around longer than rubber tires. Planetary finals are more expensive to build; more bearings, gears and shafts: more gear tooth contact, probably a little more durable in high draft load situations. Bull Gear finals a dealbreaker? Shouldn't be.