Thanks for your reply DeutzFahr85,
Yes I am hoping that any issues with them has been sorted out by now as they seem to have been around for a while in one form or another. Yes it has 40x40 transmission with power shuttle, 4 wheel brakes although still yet to field test them myself. Although a cab would be nice for some things, I can only afford and justify one multi purpose tractor so I am probably better all round with a ROPS version because I do a fair amount of spot spraying from the tractor seat and live in a fairly mild sub tropical climate.
I would be interested in the 5 series but I think that they only come in the cab version, plus it's getting a little out of my budget by the time I fit a loader with 4 in 1 bucket. I will be looking at all the options though.
I currently own a Mahindra 8000 which is an excellent tractor, but on the steep hills it is a bit hard on me physically with braking, clutching and shifting. The lowest gear is still a bit quick for me in some situations and I would appreciate and economy speed and power operated PTO at times which the Mahindra is missing.
Looking at all brands, but the field seems to narrow quickly when in steeper rocky terrain. The Deutz has been recommended due to it's attributes for this type of terrain but I will be doing as much homework as possible.
Yet to see one in the flesh but the Dealer about 100kms away should be getting some stock soon, so it will be interesting to check out.
If I am not impressed with anything I will be sticking with the Mahindra as it has been good stable and reliable so far and the importer seems to be supporting them very well here in Australia. Can't really afford to make any big mistakes with this either being semi retired with minimal future income..