Wonder what might be next for the 4000 series

[Anonymous Poster]

The ten series has not been out all that long but I can't help but wonder what might be next? I'm sure Deere is currently working on something. If you, as an owner could provide feedback on the prodcut line what would you suggest? Just wondering what others might say. Here are some of things I have thought of in the short time I have had a 4310. I just ordered a 4410. I thought this might be an interesting discussion.

Since I got a 48 backhoe with my 4410. An operator area that allowed the seat to turn around to allow use of the backhoe without getting off the tractor.

A factory cab option that had heat and air options as well as panels that removed for the summer. I would also like to see it compatable with a backhoe. I recently saw a picture of a really slick cab on a NH.

The diff lock I feel is pretty crude in function compared to the rest of the e-hydro options. I don't use it that often as I feel I might break it if not engaged correctly.

The Kubota L-grand series has a speed reading if I recall. Be a nice addition to the e-hydro.

I would like a factory clock option and a cup holder on the other side of the e-hydro options.

I would like a way to come off cruise by tapping the brakes and not skidding the tires so I could just hit resume once I turn around. Currently I press the forward pedal right before I tap the brake.

Relocate the fuel fill if possible.

Maybe a hydro option without all the e stuff for those that are concerned about the electronics?

A built in tilt meter?

I feel my 4310 feels narrow at times. I wish it had some tires options that provided a wider track for safer slope work. I have read how 45XX and up owners feel much better about that.

Flow some of the 42XX and up features down to the 41XX series.

Bring back a flavor of the 755, 855, and 955 series?

Craig

 

[rockyridgefarm]

Great ideas!

I actually like the two seat BH design.

Adjustable width wheels come with the R!s. They aren't as aggressive as some r1s, and have worked well for me. That seems to be a little noticed difference in the tire debate...

Right on with the cab option.

There is the MidPTO control that doesn’t make any sense,

Improved lights. There are never too many.

I actually prefer the “quiet” look of the electronics. While ground speed would be nice, I don’t want a pinball machine on the dash…

Even quieter engines (like the new Cummins, etc)

A new, quick fill tire ballast feature, allowing the operator to add and remove tire ballast as desired.

 

[TCowner]

I previously owned a 4400 and 4600 JD (now I own a TC 40D NewHolland) and always wanted the option of being able to operate the mid and rear pto separately from one another. Better lighting especially with the loader attached would be beneficial. I agree with the other posters that all of the compact utility tractors could be quieter. I would sacrifice a little hp and fuel economy to get a quieter tractor. I would like to see Deere re-engineer the safety attachment they have to lock the loaders to the tractor. Its not a big deal but there should be an easier way than the current system.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

I see some common threads in this.

I have to agree about a quieter engine.

I forgot in my post to mention about the mid PTO working on it's own.

I agree with better lighing as well. I do have all the work lights but there are no switches to control them other than the master. Working on adding some switches for the added work lights. Be nice if there was a built in switch bank with power supplied that one could just attach the work lights to.

Be nice if this thread could run for awhile gathering comments and then submit it to Deere for there review. Wonder if peope at Deere monitor these forums or how one could get in there feedback channel? Just as the new X L&G series was being released there was an on-line Q&A session on that product with Deere engineers. Very useful and I felt it got some good info back to Deere as well.

Craig

 

[Chief]

How about fixing the rinky dink, stamped out beer can, MMM height adjustment and the Tonka toy tilt steering wheel? /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif Relocating the fuel tank opening so I don't have to wrestle fuel cans up on the tractor and spill fuel all over the top of the hood. Fixing the MMM release handle so it does not have to be bent to work with the grill guard/front loader. Separate operation of each PTO. Oil pressure guage. Oil temp guage. Wider adjustment for width of wheels so I can go on a steeper slope. Larger oil filter and fuel filter.

Next models which should be 20 Series......... how about a 49,49, 50, & 51 series? 53 hp, 58, hp, 63 hp, & 68 hp? (Tim Allen growl !!!! Arrrrggh Arrrrghh Arrrrgh! /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

 

[Chief]

Think we should start a Club 4410??? /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[Anonymous Poster]

I don't own a 4310 yet but am looking at one to replace my 755. So the only thing I know to comment on is the stupid arrangement for the mid PTO operation. If it can't be made independent of the rear PTO as it should be, at least put an interlock on the switch so it can not be activated or deactivated when the rear PTO is running. This thing alone really tarnished my image of JD.

The other thing I observed is that the hydraulic filter (I think) is exposed underneath the the floor on one side. Easy to get to but I can see a branch or something smacking a hole in it. It should be better protected although I have not read anyone complaining about it.

Jeff Rowe

 

[JATO_RaT]

I was thinking perhaps instead of using old Kubota numbers like 4610 and 4310, they would come up with an entirely new number that isn't being used or was not used in the last 20 years or so. Other then that, what else is there to improve on! Rat...

 

[rancar]

<font color="blue">"...wonder what might be next? I'm sure Deere is currently working on something. If you, as an owner could provide feedback on the prodcut line what would you suggest? Just wondering what others might say..." </font>

How about a 4810 (52HP?) and 4910 (55HP?) with bigger engines and even bigger chasis that will give the 5205, 5210, and the 5220 some good competition for those who want comparable HP in a utility tractor that now exists in those ag lines.

...Bob

 

[JATO_RaT]

There you go Bob, and I don't think anybody's used those numbers either, they have a nice ring to them!