M7040 vs M7060

[wmonroe]

I agree.
The M7060 also has economy PTO which is a priority for me. I think within a short period of time people will start to worry less about the tier 4 stuff.

That's great they are now offering the economy pto. When I was looking for my 5240 that was the only option that kept me going back to look at a comparable size Deere.

 

[sixdogs]

Surprising thread in that all the 60 series fears seem to just fears.

 

[Piston]

That's great they are now offering the economy pto. When I was looking for my 5240 that was the only option that kept me going back to look at a comparable size Deere.

The main things that kept me from considering an M7040 were the lack of a good transmission option, lack of economy PTO, and lack of a buddy seat. No buddy seat option, but by the time I'm ready maybe they'll offer one.

 

[AC180nj]

The main things that kept me from considering an M7040 were the lack of a good transmission option, lack of economy PTO, and lack of a buddy seat. No buddy seat option, but by the time I'm ready maybe they'll offer one.

Hey Piston, you see machines in this size range with a buddy seat?

 

[Piston]

Absolutely! I'm having a hard time NOT buying one! If money weren't an issue, I would be posting pictures already

The New Holland T4.75 and the identical tractor but different color Case 75C come with a buddy seat, as well as all the other options your looking for, including creeper gears for a 20x20 tranny. I have gotten a couple quotes from dealers and I'm waiting for one more from messicks to see if I may have to purchase a little earlier than planned

I'd really like the 4.75, it's on the top of my list. It seems like a nice sweet spot between the lighter M7060 and the heavier and decked out JD 5075M (which I believe is nicer, but pricier). I'm also slightly concerned with transportation on a trailer so I can't go tooo heavy.

I have a LOT of information on the 4.75's if your interested from some members reviews.

The 4.75's/75C's are still tier 3 engines for now. I think the only other comparable "buddy seat" tractor this size would be the Deere 5 series which is another option.

 

[wmonroe]

Absolutely! I'm having a hard time NOT buying one! If money weren't an issue, I would be posting pictures already

True, if money weren't an issue I'd be posting pictures of my new M135GX. I'm still trying to find a reason to tell my wife we need one.

 

[Piston]

True, if money weren't an issue I'd be posting pictures of my new M135GX. I'm still trying to find a reason to tell my wife we need one.

Just do what I have done.... Talk about a new tractor SO much to your wife, that eventually, she actively tries to convince you to "just go buy it!" That's what my wife does now :laughing:

 

[wmonroe]

Unfortunately I can't even justify a new 135 to myself, but she was fine with me buying the new 5240. Maybe some day I can justify a use for it.

 

[AC180nj]

Absolutely! I'm having a hard time NOT buying one! If money weren't an issue, I would be posting pictures already

The New Holland T4.75 and the identical tractor but different color Case 75C come with a buddy seat, as well as all the other options your looking for, including creeper gears for a 20x20 tranny. I have gotten a couple quotes from dealers and I'm waiting for one more from messicks to see if I may have to purchase a little earlier than planned

I'd really like the 4.75, it's on the top of my list. It seems like a nice sweet spot between the lighter M7060 and the heavier and decked out JD 5075M (which I believe is nicer, but pricier). I'm also slightly concerned with transportation on a trailer so I can't go tooo heavy.

I have a LOT of information on the 4.75's if your interested from some members reviews.

The 4.75's/75C's are still tier 3 engines for now. I think the only other comparable "buddy seat" tractor this size would be the Deere 5 series which is another option.

haha thanks a LOT, Piston! you got me ringing up my NH guy........ check this out: K&M John Deere 6000-7000 Buddy Seat Installation Video - YouTube ...it's for a john deere, but looks pretty universal-ish...I actually put a call into them. we'll see what they come back with.

 

[AC180nj]

haha thanks a LOT, Piston! you got me ringing up my NH guy........ check this out: K&M John Deere 6000-7000 Buddy Seat Installation Video - YouTube ...it's for a john deere, but looks pretty universal-ish...I actually put a call into them. we'll see what they come back with.

So just talked to Karl from K&M (the guy in the video!) and he said he is working on that buddy seat for a more universal application. Coming out in around 6-8 weeks. He's going to email me when its ready.