Just wanted to share a few quick thoughts on the 1840E for anyone looking at buying one. There are several great videos online highlighting them, but there doesn't seem to be much real-world feedback. Please note that this is not my tractor, it is my father's, but I have access to it pretty much whenever I need it. Also, this is a shuttle-shift model with a loader.
As of now, the tractor has about 80 hours on it without issue(not that anything should go wrong that soon). Just shy of 50 hours, it did its first and only regen so far. I am the designated maintenance guy, so I got to do the 50 hour service(oil+filter, hydro/trans). Drain plugs and filters were easy to get to, and all the grease zerks are easily accessible and seem to be well protected.
The hydraulics on the loader are pretty quick, even when under heavy load. This one has quick attach, so we can throw on the pair of Bobcat forks we got to move pallets, brush, etc. The owner has used it to spread probably 60-70 yards of crushed concrete and says it did very well. He just ran it in a low gear and carefully dug into the pile. Weight wise, it picked up a full bucket no problem. However, even with weighted tires, if the loader is near its capacity, you almost have to be in 4x4 as the rear tires loose too much traction.
I have used it once to brush hog to see what it could do, and I couldn't find anything thick enough to make it even think about bogging down. That 39.4HP in this little tractor packs a punch! About the only other thing the tractor has been used for so far is plowing snow with a rear blade. The most it's moved was probably 5 inches or so, but it should get a good test this week if we actually get the foot of snow they are calling for. Unfortunately it's been to wet since he bought it to really use it much. This year, and the years to come, it will get a workout doing quite a bit of ground work.
The owner loves it and is very happy with his purchase. The times I have used it, I am also very pleased with its performance. Really the only complaint is it can be a little tight getting on and off for taller people, but you learn pretty quick where to swing your right leg to miss the gearshift. Only time will tell how these things hold up long-term, but I don't foresee too many issues since they are Iseki built.
Feel free to ask questions and I will answer them the best I can. I will also try to update as the tractor sees more use.
As of now, the tractor has about 80 hours on it without issue(not that anything should go wrong that soon). Just shy of 50 hours, it did its first and only regen so far. I am the designated maintenance guy, so I got to do the 50 hour service(oil+filter, hydro/trans). Drain plugs and filters were easy to get to, and all the grease zerks are easily accessible and seem to be well protected.
The hydraulics on the loader are pretty quick, even when under heavy load. This one has quick attach, so we can throw on the pair of Bobcat forks we got to move pallets, brush, etc. The owner has used it to spread probably 60-70 yards of crushed concrete and says it did very well. He just ran it in a low gear and carefully dug into the pile. Weight wise, it picked up a full bucket no problem. However, even with weighted tires, if the loader is near its capacity, you almost have to be in 4x4 as the rear tires loose too much traction.
I have used it once to brush hog to see what it could do, and I couldn't find anything thick enough to make it even think about bogging down. That 39.4HP in this little tractor packs a punch! About the only other thing the tractor has been used for so far is plowing snow with a rear blade. The most it's moved was probably 5 inches or so, but it should get a good test this week if we actually get the foot of snow they are calling for. Unfortunately it's been to wet since he bought it to really use it much. This year, and the years to come, it will get a workout doing quite a bit of ground work.
The owner loves it and is very happy with his purchase. The times I have used it, I am also very pleased with its performance. Really the only complaint is it can be a little tight getting on and off for taller people, but you learn pretty quick where to swing your right leg to miss the gearshift. Only time will tell how these things hold up long-term, but I don't foresee too many issues since they are Iseki built.
Feel free to ask questions and I will answer them the best I can. I will also try to update as the tractor sees more use.
