mahindra

brianMO · May 4, 2004

Does anybody out there know about the Mahindra tractor?Seems to be built like a tank. 3-year warranty and 0% financing are making it an attractive choice.

shvl73 · May 4, 2004

Search through the Mahindra posts, there is a good bit of info on the various models.
Out of curiosity, what model were you looking at?

brianMO · May 4, 2004

Looking at the 2810

NIXON · May 4, 2004

Brian ,
While looking for a tractor I looked at Mahindra . The only thing that scared me away was dealer network .
But, overall I was impressed with their machines . As the others have stated .... Go through the posts in the Mahindra forum . I don't think you'll find much to be of concern as to reliability . If you have a dealer nearby that you are confident in, seriously look at this brand . John

shvl73 · May 4, 2004

The 2810 is a pretty stout machine, I have the 2810HST & am very happy with it. The 2310 & 2810 (made by TYM) have been discontinued from the line up & the 15 series (made by Mitsubishi) has taken their place. If a dealer has a 2810, see if you can get a deal on it. Was it a gear model or hydro unit?

DavesTractor · May 4, 2004

The 2810HST is just being upgraded to 35HP, otherwise it will still be the same tractor. I am a dealer and I just ordered more 2810HST models for stock as we are getting low on these. Currently Mahindra still has these in the warehouse and dealers are still buying them at full invoice price, so I wouldn't expect lower prices on these unless Mahindra decides to give the dealers an incentive of some sort.

The dealer network is expanding rapidly and sales are soaring. If you have a good dealer near you, go take a look. If you are in Northern California come take a look at our place, we generally keep 40 or so new Mahindra's in stock.

shvl73 · May 4, 2004

I didn't realize they were still in stock.
I think their size can put the additional power to good use. Will the FEL be any stronger?

DavesTractor · May 4, 2004

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I haven't heard any specs on the loader capacities. I would encourage them to turn it up a little on the 3510HST, just because people like big numbers. A company needs to balance safety and longevity with the temptation to have the best specs compared to others. Obviously it is a simple matter to make a loader that lifts 1100 lbs and turn it up to lift 1500 lbs, but will it be safe and how will it affect other components are issues to consider.

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Junkman · May 9, 2004

I have seen them at work and they are a strong machine. If you might consider a used one, I know that LarryRB in CT has a 2002 Model 4110 Mahindra for sale. It is in beautiful condition and has never been worked very hard. It has a backhoe on the rear with a separate PTO mounted pump. It will dig anything that you put in front of it. Great machine. Contact LarryRB glad495@cox.net

TNCHRIS · May 9, 2004

all i know is loaders are built by BUSH HOG, at their tn plant. they also make greatbend their.

MessickFarmEqu · May 10, 2004

Mahindra sells a total of about 8000 tractors a year. Thats peanuts considering the size of the market. If you have a strong local dealer it might be something to consider. Alot of these things are being sold by car dealers, I would tread carfuly there.

Soundguy · May 10, 2004

Picture a mahindra in your mind.. then say the words 'massey ferguson' out loud..

Pretty close eh? Kinda like the farmtrac tractors and the ford 2000-3000 models..

Not carbon copies mind you.. but striking similarieties.

I believe I even saw some electrically engaged pto's... Havn't heard the story on them to see if they hold up as good as lever engaged.. or hyd engaged units.. etc.

When I was in the market for a tractor i looked at them.. but they were priced so high.. that I could get a domestic model cheaper... go figure..

Soundguy

depratt_equip · May 10, 2004

I was always told that Mahindras Loaders are being built by KMW? Never heard of Bush Hog making them.

shvl73 · May 10, 2004

My FEL is a KMW, Has there been a change?

TBrown · May 10, 2004

My Mahindra is less than a month old. Its got a KMW loader. I don't think there's been a change.

dieseldoc · May 10, 2004

i bought a 4500 in jan. and so far it is indestructible(although i have tried) your profile doesn't say where you are located so i can't help you with a dealer.my dealer has been very good and gives me great service.

brianMO · May 10, 2004

I am located about 45 miles from an dealer. The Kubota dealer is only about 8 miles. I am kinda leaning toward Kubota. The Mahindra line is pricey. Maybe there is a valid reason. I will need to thouroughly check each one out good!

viking · May 10, 2004

What model are you looking at that was pricey in comparison to equivelant Kubota?

TNCHRIS · May 10, 2004

i was in the bush hog plant about 3 weeks ago. there was mahindra loader sitting in the shipping area. they may not make them all but they do make some.

Poncho · May 10, 2004

I'm surprised with a couple of the posts that say the Mahindra line is pricey. The Mahindra is marketed around here as a lot of tractor for a resonable cost. Are you sure you are comparing apples to apples? Whe I first started looking I was making the mistake of not doing a proper comparison. The Mahindra is about $1500 - $2000 below comparable tractors around here.