4707

[Sawyer Rob]

Use a extension cord with #12 wire in it, and plug the tractor in an hour before you are going to start it.

I doubt it will have any problems starting in 20* weather though, without plugging it in.

SR

 

[LouNY]

Most block heaters are less then a 1000 watt so less then 9 amps most any extension cord will work.
Most of mine are #14 only the 50 and 100 footers are #12 wire.

 

[Cyb33r]

Thanks for both of your help. I am just preparing for the cold. We get -30 in January and this is my first winter with the tractor. My truck block heater doesn’t turn on until below 30 degrees even if plugged in. I didn’t know how this one worked.

 

[LouNY]

Most of our tractors when we plug them in only need a few hours usually about 3.
Several of them only have block heaters of 400 to 600 watts, the Puma 125 and the NH 6050 have a 600 watt block heater and a 600 watt transmission heater they are junctioned together on the tractor so only one cord is required those tractors we do tend to use the #12 cords on those.
My driveway tractor gets plugged in up at the house in the winter and my wife got me a "smart"switch that I use for it, I can program on off times or turn it on remotely from my phone it makes it handy.

 

[tduby]

Does anyone have an open station 4700 series? I’m looking into these tractors but I really don’t want a cab but trying to find pictures of the layout of the controls.

 

[Cyb33r]

Does anyone have an open station 4700 series? I’m looking into these tractors but I really don’t want a cab but trying to find pictures of the layout of the controls.

Massey Ferguson 478 Platform Global Series Walk Around - YouTube

 

[joshuadorrell]

This is my one big complaint about the tractor. 3 point and rear remote levers are tucked down beside the seat. I know most companies put them there on the open station but its super annoying.

 

[Wobblin-Goblin]

Any more updates on the 4707? Are they standing up over time?

Someday when finances allow, I'd like to get a 60-70hp machine and I've been wondering about either a 1760M or a 4707.

 

[joshuadorrell]

Im at 550ish hours I think..... Still super happy. Theres some issues that seem to be consistent. None if them are a big deal. I have a 2018 open station...going to be trading it in for a cab this month. I would definitely recommend it again.

Ive death with or owned Deere, Kubota, and Massey. They all have issues. Buy whatever dealer you have the most faith in.

The tractors I compared were the
New Holland Powerstar 75 - 6239lbs - $53,500 (2 remotes and 3rd function)
John Deere 5075M - 9000lbs - $78000 (no extras)
Kubota M4D-75 - 6008lbs - $55000 (with 3rd function, 3 remotes)
Massey 4707 - 8600lbs - $50,000 (with 3rd function, 3 remotes)

Massey and Deere were the largest tractor. Kubota was a frame size smaller than everyone else. Massey seems to have the best combination of a big cab, lots of features, and heavy built for the best price.

 

[Bigpuddie]

Any more updates on the 4707? Are they standing up over time?

Someday when finances allow, I'd like to get a 60-70hp machine and I've been wondering about either a 1760M or a 4707.

2 years on mine...no issues. Would definitely buy again. You get the most bang for the price.
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