massey ferguson 1635

chrisdvorak · Jul 3, 2011

I just purchased a new massey ferguson 1635 and love the machine itself, but have one question about the hydrostatic transmission. there is three ranges on it, a "snail" speed which is very slow a mid range which is the best overall speed and high range. my question is that when doing loader work in mid range as you dig into a pile the transmission seems to stall (pushing the pedal but the tires do not move) and also when in high range even at full throttle it will not climb even small hills. I am new to hydro transmissions in mid size tractors so is this normal?

-thanks chris

JK10MF1635 · Jul 3, 2011

I have the same tractor with just over 200 hours on it in less than a year. Mine is the same way. If I'm digging into a pile of stone and take if from the top second is fine, or if I'm not worried about digging into a dirt pile for a full scoop. If I want a full scoop of anything I will shift into 1st(snail) and get my material. After I back out I will shift into second to drive to and from where I am taking it. I also will plow snow in second up and down my 600 ft drive on a hill. The only time I use 3rd is driving down a road or down hill on the driveway if I'm not loaded. Most of my work is done within a 2 acre area so 1st/2nd is plenty of speed for me.

JK

chrisdvorak · Jul 3, 2011

thank you for this info, I was also thinking if I were to use a disk would I be able to go fast enough to use it effectively and still have enough power in mid range? just thinking out loud here.

-thanks chris