Ok after reading the larger amount of information on this great site I narrowed my search down to a MX4700 4x4 HST FEL or a Workmaster 55 4x4 FEL. After driving both tractors and talking to both dealers (both of which are less than 15 miles from my house) and comparing the overall build of the tractors I have made my decision. I signed the papers and I am awaiting the delivery of my New Holland Workmaster 55 with 4x4 and FEL with QD bucket.
Both tractors would fill my needs but the WM is IMO is a heavier duty tractor. As far as the cost the Kubota was $1000.00 more. This had nothing to with the purchase as this is only a few more bucks a month. The sheet metal on the NH sheet metal was thicker and the overall straight forward design was what I liked. Both dealers where knowledgeable but the New Holland dealer seemed to have the right answers to "THE WHAT IF" questions I asked. The Kubota had HST which I know is GREAT, but the Shuttle Shift on the New Holland is smooth.
With the Workmaster I get more horsepower and more lifting capacity. Before my purchase I had no preference green, blue, red, or orange.
I will post pics when I get it next week.
Both tractors would fill my needs but the WM is IMO is a heavier duty tractor. As far as the cost the Kubota was $1000.00 more. This had nothing to with the purchase as this is only a few more bucks a month. The sheet metal on the NH sheet metal was thicker and the overall straight forward design was what I liked. Both dealers where knowledgeable but the New Holland dealer seemed to have the right answers to "THE WHAT IF" questions I asked. The Kubota had HST which I know is GREAT, but the Shuttle Shift on the New Holland is smooth.
With the Workmaster I get more horsepower and more lifting capacity. Before my purchase I had no preference green, blue, red, or orange.
I will post pics when I get it next week.
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