Like your M7040SU?

[sixdogs]

I ran across a nearly new M7040SU FWA offered to me at a pretty low price by a friend that needs to sell. I'm familiar with the regular M7040 and know the SU version is just a low-buck version of the M7040. Still, it's the same engine, hydro shuttle, trans, loader and all else. But---,no draft control, a low-buck seat and no floor mat as well. On the plus side, no DPF or other stuff I don't want and won't accept. This tractor works for me because I need light weight but extra horsepower and this has it.

If you have or are familiar with the M7040SU model, what do you think? Same what do you think question but as compared to a regular M7040? What do you miss? What do you not miss? Thanks, and no pressure here but opinions needed pretty quick. Thanks in advance.

 

[motownbrowne]

Buy it. That's my opinion.

 

[big bubba]

once had a M 7040 full version. if the 7040 su version comes w/the hyd shuttle, great machine. but see you have the M6800 already. why purchase something so close to what you already have? if you are looking for a substantial upgrade on existing, then go with the 85hp version... maybe i misunderstood your post. best regards bb

 

[sixdogs]

once had a M 7040 full version. if the 7040 su version comes w/the hyd shuttle, great machine. but see you have the M6800 already. why purchase something so close to what you already have? if you are looking for a substantial upgrade on existing, then go with the 85hp version... maybe i misunderstood. best regards bb

Going to sell or repurpose something. Can upgrade almost free.

 

[big bubba]

if your existing 6800 is shuttle shift, & the 7040 su is hyd shuttle, would be a definite upgrade. of course depending on existing cond. & maintenance record of the 7040 su you are looking at.
as i recall, the shifter format on the su version sits in between your legs rather than on the right side. i am an equip freak always lusting for something "better". before i upgrade though, i try to ask myself what particular problem will the upgrade solve before pulling the trigger. is it the hyd shuttle vs the shuttle shift what you are looking for? btw i would never give up my hyd shuttle. best of luck bb

 

[TripleR]

You might check some old threads by foreman Etexas and builder, they had the regular M7040, don't know anyone off hand who had the SU model.

EDIT: Didn't see big bubba's post, he knows more about them than I.

 

[big bubba]

You might check some old threads by foreman Etexas and builder, they had the regular M7040, don't know anyone off hand who had the SU model.

EDIT: Didn't see big bubba's post, he knows more about them than I.

geez triple r, you are too kind. actually only owned the m7040 for 150 hrs until i upgraded to the 8540. so we are both in the same realm of experience on that one. actually you have more machines than i, so you're ahead on that but we both know the M series hyd shuttle is the way to go. happy tractoring.....

 

[Tx Jim]

I have owned a '11 M7040 HDC-1 since '12 when I purchased it with 137 hrs on tachometer. It now has nearly 1400 trouble free hrs on it.

 

[TripleR]

geez triple r, you are too kind. actually only owned the m7040 for 150 hrs until i upgraded to the 8540. so we are both in the same realm of experience on that one. actually you have more machines than i, so you're ahead on that but we both know the M series hyd shuttle is the way to go. happy tractoring.....

Bubba, I fear this quote applies to me, “Owning a handgun doesn’t make you armed any more than owning a guitar makes you a musician.”- Jeff Cooper Regardless of my inventory, I strive mightily to maintain mediocrity.

 

[oosik]

My 2009 M6040HD-1 is the hydraulic shuttle model. It has the same frame, engine, hydraulics as the M7040. The engine on mine is slightly more detuned. I've tried the draft control - once - while pulling my moldboard plow. Never got the hang of it - too many big rocks & bedrock outcroppings. I certainly didn't choose this unit because it had draft control.

Its pretty easy to glue in floor mats and upgrade the seat, if that's what you want.

If you like the M7040 and its a good price, I would certainly recommend you purchase it. I've had no problems with mine.

 

[big bubba]

Bubba, I fear this quote applies to me, “Owning a handgun doesn’t make you armed any more than owning a guitar makes you a musician.”- Jeff Cooper Regardless of my inventory, I strive mightily to maintain mediocrity.

think perhaps you humble yourself. although i can't speak for handgun experience never needing or owning one, given your experience with numerous tractors/machines by default makes you somewhat expert in their upkeep/operation.
in regards to the OP, no one would argue the quality of the 7040 series, he would do well to buy. but the M6800 is a robust M series machine as well. i originally inquired as to why he would "upgrade" to the 7040, more than likely the hyd shuttle with perhaps fewer hrs.
best regards bb

 

[sixdogs]

bubba--they both are hydraulic and I can use the both of them during the summer. I'm not trading up because they are essentially the same tractor and am not sure if I will keep both and sell something else or maybe sell the M6800. The M6800 perhaps has more bells and whistles than the M7040SU so I don't know. In many regards the M6800 is considered one of the best Kubotas ever and the M7040 can't be far behind. Kubota sure makes wonderful products.

 

[big bubba]

sounds as if you know what your are doing, and either machine is an awesome M series. can't go wrong with either. the 7040 su being in the family, maybe you can be assured that it has been well cared for. although my acreage (127 acr mt top ozarks) demands are not high maintenance, i still decided to go up to the M series utility tractor after a few L and MX models. never looked back.
it's always about choice & priorities. & in my case, rugged terrain. sounds like the ball's in your court.

 

[ovrszd]

Yeah, I definitely like my M series.

I'm only slightly jealous of "sixdogs". Love watching him spend money though!!!! Go for it!!!

 

[Farmer495]

We bought a new M7040SU last year, hyd shuttle, fwa, metric R1W radial tires, cast wheels with fluid plus LA1153 loader. Wanted to avoid the pollution junk on the 7060. Regular M7040 wasn't available new at the time.

Only put 200 and some hours on it so far doing loader work, haying, tillage etc, would buy it again.

Yes the seat is cheaper, but it gets the job done. No tilt wheel either, don't really miss it, but would use it if it had it.

Lack of floor mats is a none issue, deck can be painted again if needed, just worse cause it is orange.

I like the platform layout, simple and the main gear shift is direct on the transmission (comes up from the floor to the right of the seat) I drove a M7040 with the console shifter and I didn't find it was tight (700 hours on it)

Just finished plowing a few acres of pasture with it last week, 3 furrow plow with depth wheel, lack of draft control wasn't an issue. Never used draft control on the other tractors plowing anyways.