Massey Ferguson 400-series tractors

[Melensdad]

Got to take a look at the Massey-Ferguson 400 series tractors. Not something I would buy as they are larger than what I need. Definately OLD SCHOOL in design. These look like tried and true ag tractors from the 1960s or 1970's. Most of the series is available in 3 configurations, low profile, platform or cab. I did not get to see the cab version, all I saw was the standard platform version. These are available in 2 or 4 wheel drive. All use Perkins engines, depending on the model, some are 3, some are 4 cylinder. Some are turbocharged so are suitable for high elevation use.

What was really attractive about the M-F 400 series tractors is they have a 3 year ~ 3000 hour warrenty. To my understanding that is an industry first and industry best warrenty. Some brands are coming out with what they claim are 4 year warrenties, but really they are 2 year drivetrain and 4 years on the misc parts. Most have a 2 year drivetrain, 3 year misc parts warrenty. 3 years or 3000 hours on the drivetrain should be appealing to agricultural users.

Anyone out there have much experience with the Massey's?

BTW, sorry, but it was too dark for my camera phone to get any useable photos. The photos below are from the MF website. http://www.masseyferguson.com/agco/mf/NA/Tractors/MF400/400.htm

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[Wannafish]

Though I have no experience with M.F., I can offer insight on what 3000 hours is on an ag tractor.
In January I bought a 10 year old CIH 4wd that had 2300 hours on it; and in 2003 I bought a 37 year old JD 4020 that had 5600 hours on it.
3000 hours is alot of time to put on in 3 years - even if it is the only tractor on the farm.

I might look into the MF line when the CFO agrees it's time to upgrade...I want a Cab!

 

[joasis]

I have owned 2 Masseys, and I can tell you they are as good as any out there. When you get into tractors like these, the only thing you will be comapring are features and horsepower...the quality is great, whether you are looking at New Holland, Massey, John Deere,...these are top of the line.

It has been my experience that after 5000 hours on a tractor is when things will start to go wrong.....after the 5k mark is when engines are overhauled, clutches, bearings, etc.....however, if you buy it new and treat it well..it could literally go on forever.

My utility tractor is a Ford 2110 with only 563 hours..and it is 15 or more years old...great tractor! I purchased it from my uncle's estate, which explains the low, low hours.

 

[LarryRB]

for commercial lines and not home owners/AG,, the standard time line is 6000 hours. I was in a discussion once with someone who wanted to know how I came about my Kubota L48 to own at 38.00 per hour. I based in cost of machine, yearly insurance, average fuel use including fuel costs, divide by 6000 hrs and I get 38 per hour...