New Tractor Owner

[Darth_DMack]

Hello everyone, wanted to stop by and introduce myself. Name's Darren, hailing from South Carolina and newly retired US Army guy.

Recently purchased 15 acres, building my retirement home, and creating a small farm. Purchased a '23 Mahindra 5155 yesterday, picking it up Saturday. I grabbed a Root Grapple, a Box Blade and a Bush Hog, as attachments to augment the bucket that comes on the tractor.

I was on the fence between the 5155 and the 5145, but decided on the 5155.

This is my first tractor, and I look forward to using it clearing my property.

Been lurking on here a while, doing my research. I must say, this forum was very helpful with me making my decision.

Cheers!

Darren

 

[RustyA]

Congratulations on your new best friend!

 

[tradosaurus]

Welcome! And enjoy the new tractor smell.

 

[Darth_DMack]

Congratulations on your new best friend!

Thank you... now, fighting my wife is the issue, she will want to drive it more than me!

Looking forward to getting this bad boy to my property.

 

[tacticalturnip]

Straight to a 55 horsepower, huh? You're not ******* around.

Welcome to the forum, and have fun on this new chapter.

 

[Darth_DMack]

Straight to a 55 horsepower, huh? You're not ******* around.

Welcome to the forum, and have fun on this new chapter.

LOL!!!

True, I've never been known to do anything halfway... I plan to use it in our business as well. I was a wee bit shy on the turbo, which is why I was leaning towards the 5145... but, I decided on the 5155 and just snagged it. I'm meticulous with maintenance and being a career Army dude, it's ingrained in me to take care of my equipment. I like the weight of this tractor and for the most part, everyone that has one, loves it.

 

[tacticalturnip]

They certainly seem popular; there are a number of 45/55 owners that post pretty regularly, so you'll be in good company.

 

[Thomas]

Welcome to TBN.
Congrats on your new investment,your bones and muscles will be thanking you in years to come.

 

[DaBear3428]

Thank you... now, fighting my wife is the issue, she will want to drive it more than me!

Looking forward to getting this bad boy to my property.

now on my JD ZTM my wife actually gets upset if I mow the yard, but one look at all the levers and 3 gear shifters and she said "not me!". I failed to mention that there is a reason that I did not get a HST lol.

 

[DaBear3428]

LOL!!!

True, I've never been known to do anything halfway... I plan to use it in our business as well. I was a wee bit shy on the turbo, which is why I was leaning towards the 5145... but, I decided on the 5155 and just snagged it. I'm meticulous with maintenance and being a career Army dude, it's ingrained in me to take care of my equipment. I like the weight of this tractor and for the most part, everyone that has one, loves it.

it will be ok, Mahindra has been making that engine for a long time. There is a whole section in the service manual dedicated to maintaining the turbo. I personal avoided it because I'm on flat ground with a lot of trees so 12 foot rotary cutters are not in my future. I'm also used to working 35 hp tractors in hilly terrain.

keep a close eye on the fuel filter hanging out where it can get damage when operating around branches laying on the ground. there is a sensor on the bottom of it that is a magnet for random objects.

 

[Deleted member 371759]

Turbos are fun and cool. Just keep the oil changed and give her a few minutes to idle down and cool off a little before shutting her down after high RPM/hot work. Turbos get hot and appreciate running some cooler oil through them before shutting down.

 

[swampy6]

Hello everyone, wanted to stop by and introduce myself. Name's Darren, hailing from South Carolina and newly retired US Army guy.

Recently purchased 15 acres, building my retirement home, and creating a small farm. Purchased a '23 Mahindra 5155 yesterday, picking it up Saturday. I grabbed a Root Grapple, a Box Blade and a Bush Hog, as attachments to augment the bucket that comes on the tractor.

I was on the fence between the 5155 and the 5145, but decided on the 5155.

This is my first tractor, and I look forward to using it clearing my property.

Been lurking on here a while, doing my research. I must say, this forum was very helpful with me making my decision.

Cheers!

Darren

Once you pick your new ride up, pictures are a must. Thank you for your service.

Zap

 

[Darth_DMack]

Once you pick your new ride up, pictures are a must. Thank you for your service.

Zap

I sure will post some pics... I'm meeting my HH6 at the dealership today, to check on progress. We were scheduled to take possession of the machine tomorrow. Somehow, I don't think they will be ready.

As for my service... 05 AUG 1987 to 28 FEB 2023. A very, very long career. I went all the way up the Enlisted side... E1 to E9, then got a 2 Star Exception to Policy, and assessed as a Warrant Officer. I was an E9 when I went to WOCS, then retired as a crusty CW3. They offered me CW4 if I extended, and stayed to 40 years, but I couldn't walk out fast enough. It was the honor of my life to serve as long as I did... but now, I fully embrace retirement. The Army was all I knew my entire adult life, but it did not "define" me. I'm proud of what I did, but I walked in the Shadows of Giants! Rangers Lead The Way!

 

[tacticalturnip]

You gave off WO vibes.

 

[Darth_DMack]

You gave off WO vibes.

It took me WELL into my tenure as a CW2 to shake the NCO in me. Even today, I still have a tendency to eat someone's face if they are deserving of it. My only regret is not going Warrant sooner. But, staying enlisted as long as I did, I believe, made me a stronger Warrant. Now, I am embracing my inner Viking, and just enjoying retirement.

 

[tacticalturnip]

I still kick myself for not trying to stay in; depression allowed a small injury to turn into something greater, and it wasn't to be, but I always thought I'd look good in the role of Battalion Motor Officer. Now, performance I can't rate, but I would have looked good.

Anyhow, I admire your career path; being prior enlisted for so long, I imagine it helped keep a solid foundation under you.