used MX5000 DT

horsin · Jun 30, 2008

Hi everyone, newbie here! I am looking at a used MX5000 and was wondering if anyone here has experience with one. Strong? Reliable? I am planning on doing loader work, snow plowing, perhaps move a couple round bales, and maybe have some smaller acreage haying adventures. Thanks,

horsin

rbargeron · Jun 30, 2008

Hi - and welcome to TBN - lots of MX5000 owners here - I don't remember ever reading a negative comment about the machine. Most of Kubota's 40-50 hp machines are very similar in the basics - you really can't go wrong buying 2nd hand unless it has been abused - which usually shows. An MX5000 should be heavy/strong enough to do the jobs you list. Probably pto power enough for a 7' sickle bar haybine.

p.s. - if you still can, I'd suggest deleting the duplicate post in "owning"

Bob_Young · Jul 1, 2008

Welcome horsin,
Haven't had my MX5000 too long, but really like it so far. Engine seems plenty powerful enough for that size tractor and very smooth. It is a bit of a high-revver though and has to turn 2700 RPM to reach 540 at the PTO. So far I've only done bush hogging, stump pulling and some light loader work with it and, even with the bush hog, have not yet seen any need to go above 2200 RPM. The 8x4 transmission is very easy to use; like it the best of any I have.

Mine came with the extendable 3PH arms. They're a big help in getting hooked up. Loader is strong and the bucket rolls way back. The 4WD is real handy for stump pulling and getting out of trouble.

Check the fluids, look for signs of abuse, start her up, try all the gears, pay attention to clutch engagement, listen for funny sounds (some noise is normal, the tractor has a bull gear final drive), run the pto, see if it steers right, engage 4WD, check brake function, run the 3PH up & down, see if the gages & lights work, see if the radiator screen is clean, and exercise the loader. That should keep you busy for a few minutes....

If you buy it, go over all the loader bolts and wheel lug nuts when you get it home to make sure they're tight. Will it be a private sale or through a dealer? How many hours? Make sure they give you the manuals....you'll need them for servicing instructions.
Bob