Buying Advice Massey 1652 Tractor

[Wheat King]

I am seriously considering purchasing a Massey 1562 tractor. I have done a lot of research and narrowed it done to this tractor. The only thing I am unsure of is what transmission to pick. The HST or power shuttle. I will be primarily using this tractor for mowing and pushing snow and maybe some field work.

Any information that can be provided will be a big help.

 

[DeereRack]

I just ordered a 1643 with hydro. I would think that's what you would want for mowing/ snow removal.

 

[thehayboss]

Is your wife ever going to drive it? I like gear drive. Besides the hat takes away from horse power gear drive dosnt

 

[Wheat King]

The better half will operate it time to time. Still undecided on the type of transmission. I have been reading on sites that the HST makes a whining noise that is noticeable in the cab. I will need to go to the dealership to try one. Did you do any research on the HST before your purchase?

 

[WilliamBos]

Powershuttle hands down. No clutch needed except to start and change gears. Or go for the gusto and get DynaQPS. The shuttle requires no clutching, easy to use as a hydro, and no where near as noisy - hydro whine.

 

[MF1652]

I have the 1652 Dyna QPS w/ power shuttle. It gets used for plowing snow, mowing, loader work and field work tedding and raking hay. The power shuttle is perfect for loader work. I don't have the hydrostatic so I can't speak for that, but I have no complaints with my set up.

 

[Wheat King]

Thanks for information guys. I find this very helpful.

Any issues with the temperature controls in the cab?

 

[MIKE R]

Any issues with the temperature controls in the cab?

No issues. It can freeze you out in the summer months and keep you warm enough to clear snow in your underwear in the winter months.

 

[Wheat King]

Thanks again.

 

[MIKE R]

Thanks again.

Your Welcome. Have fun with the new tractor when you get it.

 

[Mud Mechanik]

I love my dyna qps, no cab noise and can change speeds at the push of a button.

 

[richh70]

I love my dyna qps, no cab noise and can change speeds at the push of a button.

Hello, do you still have your 1660 tractor and has the Dyna qps proven to be reliable?

 

[Wobblin-Goblin]

The better half will operate it time to time. Still undecided on the type of transmission. I have been reading on sites that the HST makes a whining noise that is noticeable in the cab. I will need to go to the dealership to try one. Did you do any research on the HST before your purchase?

I know this is an old post, but I owned a 1540 with the Powershuttle and a 1643 with Hydro. The Hydro was quicker and easier for loader work but aside from that, the Powershuttle was superior in every single way. No whine, no loss of extra power, easier to maintain, and a better choice for everything except loader work.