Why is this Euro version of the MT125 different than the US?

[power2theq]

Hello to everyone. This is my first post on the site. I bought a 2018 LS MT125 TLB with the MMM last July. Overall, I'm happy with the tractor. It is a little blue beast. I thought about getting a bigger tractor but my property is very wooded and I figured the smaller MT125 would be more maneuverable.

Anyway, one of the things that I wish for is a factory SSQA. Also, a bucket level indicator would be nice.

So I was checking out Youtube for LS tractor vids and guess what I find?

A vid of the someone using the Euro spec MT125 and guess what goodies it has on it...a SSQA and a bucket level indicator along with mirrors. Just wondering if we will getting these features on the US version.

 

[power2theq]

Oh BTW, I tried to post the vid but the forum software says that I don't have enough post count to link vids.

 

[power2theq]

Here's the vid that I mentioned in the first post:

 

[mslisaj]

Are you sure those are factory installed options? The mirrors and the SSQA are available aftermarket and can be installed. On the bucket level indicator I built one just like that for my MT125. Thanks for the video as it's always fun to see other's working their SCUT's.

 

[power2theq]

Are you sure those are factory installed options? The mirrors and the SSQA are available aftermarket and can be installed. On the bucket level indicator I built one just like that for my MT125. Thanks for the video as it's always fun to see other's working their SCUT's.

I'm pretty sure that it comes from factory that way. Check out the German LS MT125 website, you'll see the cool stuff that I haven't seen in the States.

MT-Serie * LS-Tractor * Kompakte Kommunal-Allrad-Traktoren von 23 bis 48 PS

 

[mslisaj]

A regular contributor to this "LS Tractor" forum page, "Tony's Tractor Adventure" did a very nice video of a company that makes an SSQA for our subcompacts. This outfit also makes some nice attachments too so you can check this out if you like.
I did check out that German webpage and maybe USA LS Tractor is in such a competitive market price wise that they have kept their tractors simple and optioned out like the competition's tractors to make the price point. But I hope this information helps if you need an SSQA for your tractor.

LS MT125 Tractor Loader Quick Attach by WORKSAVER - YouTube

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I made /added a bucket level indicator for under $20. It's bolt on and works great! They should have them on the US versions.

 

[Wagtail]

I believe that you have to understand that the EU have different laws/regulations pertaining to what a farm vehicle must be equipped with.

Because most EU countries are 'packed together' (population and area wise) tractors are often on public roads... a side-view mirror isn't an option; it's mandated. Most EU sold tractors also must be equipped with front wheel fenders to reduce mud being flung up.

Probably a rotating amber 'whoop-whoop' on the ROPS/cab too. I'm not sure about that last one but it wouldn't surprise me.

 

[ptsg]

I believe that you have to understand that the EU have different laws/regulations pertaining to what a farm vehicle must be equipped with.

Because most EU countries are 'packed together' (population and area wise) tractors are often on public roads... a side-view mirror isn't an option; it's mandated. Most EU sold tractors also must be equipped with front wheel fenders to reduce mud being flung up.

Probably a rotating amber 'whoop-whoop' on the ROPS/cab too. I'm not sure about that last one but it wouldn't surprise me.

That pretty much it. The amber light is mandatory on some countries. Not all. Same for the slow moving triangle thingy.

And adding to what Wagtail said, some EU countries will offer all kinds of options for SCUT and CUT tractors, like front 3 pt hitch, front PTO (on some), mud guards and etc.

Also, EU versions, no matter what brand, won't come with emissions systems (yet) and will come with mid mounted ROPS. Some brands, like Branson, will have quick hitch lift arms (similar to PATS). We also get radial tires over here which, in my opinion, make tractors look awesome, plus added traction and smoothness on the road.