Looking to buy Mahindra 5565 or TYM T554 or Branson 5220c - Not sure direction

[Nortac]

Hello everyone. First post here. I have been reading through many posts here but still in the dark.

Here's where I'm at. I planned on buying a new tractor next year but now I have to buy one prior to the end of the year based on tax reasons. I currently have a Kubota L3800 and I have only put about 100 hours on it in the last three years. It's a great machine but it has been a little small for some of the things I do. Also, I WANT a cab. Allergies have been kicking my arse!

Anyway, I am looking at a Mahindra 2565. With implements it will run approximately 38k. The Branson 5220c with implements will run 32k. The TYM T554 with implements will run 31k.

I don't necessarily need the 65hp of the Mahindra but it's nice to have. A 50 to 60 HP tractor was what I was looking for. As far as dealer network, all three are around the area but nothing close. 60-100 miles to each dealer. I have zero experience with the three and was curious what y'all could enlighten me on about the machines and based on price which seems most appropriate.

Thanks much!

 

[BlackOps]

I am extremely glad i went mahindra! for what it's worth!

 

[oldpilgrim]

I am extremely glad i went mahindra! for what it's worth!

ditto

 

[TSO]

Hello everyone. First post here. I have been reading through many posts here but still in the dark.

Here's where I'm at. I planned on buying a new tractor next year but now I have to buy one prior to the end of the year based on tax reasons. I currently have a Kubota L3800 and I have only put about 100 hours on it in the last three years. It's a great machine but it has been a little small for some of the things I do. Also, I WANT a cab. Allergies have been kicking my arse!

Anyway, I am looking at a Mahindra 5565. With implements it will run approximately 38k. The Branson 5220c with implements will run 32k. The TYM T554 with implements will run 31k.

I don't necessarily need the 65hp of the Mahindra but it's nice to have. A 50 to 60 HP tractor was what I was looking for. As far as dealer network, all three are around the area but nothing close. 60-100 miles to each dealer. I have zero experience with the three and was curious what y'all could enlighten me on about the machines and based on price which seems most appropriate.

Thanks much!

Don't want to consider another Kubota? Or does the price keep it out of the running?

 

[Nortac]

Yes, unfortunately the Kubota price tag for a 60hp with implements puts it in the upper 40k range. I need a tax right off but that price tag based on how much I actually use it takes it out of the running. Kubota was the first stop I made to look and intended on purchasing one.

 

[NewLight]

Mahindra is an excellent tractor and the #1 most sold tractor in the world. It would be my pick of these three and over a new Kubota. Just more tractor for the money. Having said that, I chose Massy over Mahindra and it was the right choice for me.

 

[paulfun9]

Research the models from Mahindra very carefully as some are actually rebadged TYM machines When shopping I was put off buy a few quality issues on the Mahindra. It seemed everything I sat on that was made in India had a non functioning part of some sort or an other. All their TYM and Japan built machines were up to snuff but at the price difference for the rebadged TYM machines I would have just went with TYM and it seemed they gave more options for the money. In the end I went with Kioti and have been more than satisfied.

 

[NewLight]

Research the models from Mahindra very carefully as some are actually rebadged TYM machines When shopping I was put off buy a few quality issues on the Mahindra. It seemed everything I sat on that was made in India had a non functioning part of some sort or an other. All their TYM and Japan built machines were up to snuff but at the price difference for the rebadged TYM machines I would have just went with TYM and it seemed they gave more options for the money. In the end I went with Kioti and have been more than satisfied.

Really good point, now that you mention it I recall having been told this by a TYM dealer when I tractor shopping. I suppose I to have retract my previous statement.

 

[Helitech]

Just purchased a Branson 5220r myself. Branson is built by Kukje, engine as well. We have good dealer support in my area. Good heavy tractor for a lot less money! Still have mechanical fuel injection, I feel that alone is worth purchasing a Branson.

 

[Nortac]

I spent some time with a Branson and TYM dealer today. This particular dealer stated they planned to end their relationship with TYM based on issues. This is what I was told so please don't hate the messaganer. Anyway, the Branson seemed to be well built. I'm still looking and comteplating...