I wanted a smaller tractor but..... I'm glad after my research I went with the 4540. For one it's based off the old international tractors. For the money, it lifts more than the competition. I need to lift 2500# pallets of salt to maintain parking lots in the winter for my property maintenance company. With rear pallet forks on my three point and a tote full of water for ballest the 4540 has had no issues for 5 years now. The mahindra is a key player in keeping the parking lots clear for Amazon , under armor, FedEx , Apple and many more here in middle Tn. Love this thing. The issue I have with the smaller tractors is who makes them? Some are made by the company selling them but most are rebranded tractors. Takes a lot of research to figure that out. And for the John Deere crowd, the 4540 equivalent is actually a mihinda 4540. Go figure.
Honestly, for most things that I do around here the 4540 would work just fine and even some things that the 3016(?) would be great at doing. Sometimes bigger isn't always better because we've run into situations where the Hesston just won't fit, however, we've also had other situations where we've been very glad to have the large tractor. As you said, it really depends on what you intend to do with it.
Hank a couple of points that needs to be made as you talk about as big as you can afford that needs to be addressed and was not is physical size of the tractor and do you have size limiting issues. I would agree that you want as much tractor as you can afford within the size restrains you have on your property. This may be where you will store your tractor, obstacles you will be routinely working around (perhaps an existing group of trees you need to maneuver through, or gates in existing fences to name a few). A second point would be the current tier 4 issues and what that means and how it affects different size tractors. You mentioned yours is tier 4 engine but not what that entails in Mahindra and in other brands as well as HP related to tier 4. Thanks for the video.
Hamiltonville Farm yes new tractors have lots if extra headaches to content with when trying to decide what meets your needs especially for the compact size category. If you require a large farm tractor then it is a different set of issues. But that tier 4 has caused some people to look at older tractors and some to look at smaller tractors when it does not really fit their needs.
I have a 2017 RK55 shuttle shift and I also have the Mahindra 3016 Hydro I bought the 3016 new in 2013 and I have never had one problem with it I love it with R1 tires my RK has R4 tires and I hate them things the Mahindra will out go the RK55 any day of the week, and I'm one person who will say I wish i would have went smaller and Got a 40-45 HP Mahindra dont get me wrong I like the RK but I really like how the Mahindra is made with all metal body, only time will tell if the RK55 will last that 3016 is very strong for its size, Great Video Hank !!!
Good video Hank. I noticed you had your heavy jacket on like its cold there or something! I was rolling up my sleeves here last weekend. Can't believe how mild our winter has been so far.
Get bigger than smaller. Consider your work area. I have a Mahindra 6110. The cab is nice but limits the areas I can access. I always have to worry about the windows and cab but they are sure nice in the 100 degree Texas summers.
Great video. Bigger is always better. Not always. Sometimes we find our tractor is too big to fit in certain areas. A lot to be said for that mid size tractor. Went over and joined / watched your buddy’s video. Good stuff, nice channel.
Nice comparison there! I think you both did a good comparison for sure! I do love the question of what are you doing primarily, thats key. I do love my kubota still LOL your mahindra is slowly rubbing off hahah oh wait did I just say that? LOL
I wanted a smaller tractor but..... I'm glad after my research I went with the 4540. For one it's based off the old international tractors. For the money, it lifts more than the competition. I need to lift 2500# pallets of salt to maintain parking lots in the winter for my property maintenance company. With rear pallet forks on my three point and a tote full of water for ballest the 4540 has had no issues for 5 years now. The mahindra is a key player in keeping the parking lots clear for Amazon , under armor, FedEx , Apple and many more here in middle Tn. Love this thing.
The issue I have with the smaller tractors is who makes them? Some are made by the company selling them but most are rebranded tractors. Takes a lot of research to figure that out. And for the John Deere crowd, the 4540 equivalent is actually a mihinda 4540. Go figure.
That's cool man! Awesome 👍
Honestly, for most things that I do around here the 4540 would work just fine and even some things that the 3016(?) would be great at doing. Sometimes bigger isn't always better because we've run into situations where the Hesston just won't fit, however, we've also had other situations where we've been very glad to have the large tractor. As you said, it really depends on what you intend to do with it.
That's right. I could go bigger here, but my wife would enjoy a smaller tractor for her😊
Hank a couple of points that needs to be made as you talk about as big as you can afford that needs to be addressed and was not is physical size of the tractor and do you have size limiting issues. I would agree that you want as much tractor as you can afford within the size restrains you have on your property. This may be where you will store your tractor, obstacles you will be routinely working around (perhaps an existing group of trees you need to maneuver through, or gates in existing fences to name a few). A second point would be the current tier 4 issues and what that means and how it affects different size tractors. You mentioned yours is tier 4 engine but not what that entails in Mahindra and in other brands as well as HP related to tier 4.
Thanks for the video.
solid points!
Hamiltonville Farm yes new tractors have lots if extra headaches to content with when trying to decide what meets your needs especially for the compact size category. If you require a large farm tractor then it is a different set of issues. But that tier 4 has caused some people to look at older tractors and some to look at smaller tractors when it does not really fit their needs.
Just bought a Mahindra 4540 4wd thanks to you for your help making the decision clear why this tractor is the best bang for your buck, thank you!!
Congrats. It's gonna treat you well👍
I have a 2017 RK55 shuttle shift and I also have the Mahindra 3016 Hydro I bought the 3016 new in 2013 and I have never had one problem with it I love it with R1 tires my RK has R4 tires and I hate them things the Mahindra will out go the RK55 any day of the week, and I'm one person who will say I wish i would have went smaller and Got a 40-45 HP Mahindra dont get me wrong I like the RK but I really like how the Mahindra is made with all metal body, only time will tell if the RK55 will last that 3016 is very strong for its size, Great Video Hank !!!
Good input. Thanks for the comment. Interesting to hear from folks with two different brands. I appreciate it 👍
Got the 5555 recently. I have 13 acres... I may have overdone it but I'm in the NE and will be grappling a lot of big heavy oaks.
nah you did good with the 5555👍
@@HamiltonvilleFarm Hey, thank you. It's been great so far.
Awesome video and very informative there Hank and Gina
Thanks Sidney. I appreciate you
Good video Hank. I noticed you had your heavy jacket on like its cold there or something! I was rolling up my sleeves here last weekend. Can't believe how mild our winter has been so far.
We had about 8 hours of cold weather 😂
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Did y’all ever get that 310 g backhoe going?
We have are calling around about reprogram the ecu. Maybe late Feb we'll try again.
Get bigger than smaller. Consider your work area. I have a Mahindra 6110. The cab is nice but limits the areas I can access. I always have to worry about the windows and cab but they are sure nice in the 100 degree Texas summers.
Yeah I hear ya. I'd like to have a cab in Florida too😁
Man Hank I really like how you guys approached this. From a TH-cam standpoint I think you guys absolutely nailed the topic! Kudos sir
Thank you sir. I appreciate you
@@HamiltonvilleFarm same to you sir!
a great overview of the tractor Hank
Thanks Joey
I hope to get a newer tractor in the future, but the old farmall will do for now.
those old farmalls are nice!
The Mahindra real 3pt hitch is stout my friend. Really enjoyed the video.
Thank you
Good Information of tractor
Thank you for the comment 👍
Great video and great review! Really enjoyed working together on this!
teamwork makes the dream work. 😂
Great video. Bigger is always better. Not always. Sometimes we find our tractor is too big to fit in certain areas. A lot to be said for that mid size tractor. Went over and joined / watched your buddy’s video. Good stuff, nice channel.
Thanks Scott....you have a nice tractor for sure. But I can see where you might want a smaller one. Take care buddy
Big tractors are gas hogs. My New Holland is very thirsty. I’d love to have a 30-40hp tractor.
Looks pretty well built. Does Mahindra make 75-100 hp tractors? I think I remember looking at them in Georgia at the farm show. Have a good one.
yes sir the 6075 and then the mPower series. up to 105hp
great thoughts on this.
Thank you 😊
Awesome video Hank and those tractors are great for doing just about anything 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Yes sir. For sure!
Enjoyed the review and comparisons. Went over to Life On The Ridge and subscribed.
Right on. I appreciate that. Have a good one brother!
I am ready for part 2 on the t400
Right on👍
I think we need a boat around here lately instead of a tractor... if the rain would stop maybe we could use the tractor we have!
I hear ya. Praying for some dry weather for y'all😊👍
Good stuff! Just subscribed 👍🏼
Thanks a lot. We appreciate the support. Have a great night 👍
Great job very nice tractor. Love the grapple very handy. Bigger is always better lol take care my friend
Thanks y'all
Good work
Thank you for watching the video and taking the time to comment 👍
Life is good with a 4540.
i agree 💯
Crazy Uncle Duke I guess experiences vary.
Nice comparison there! I think you both did a good comparison for sure! I do love the question of what are you doing primarily, thats key. I do love my kubota still LOL your mahindra is slowly rubbing off hahah oh wait did I just say that? LOL
Lol. Thanks Jay.
I have a Kioti DK35SE 38 hp I love it
Thats a nice tractor!
The old timers think you need 50 horsepower till they see what a 26 horsepower will do.
Yeah it's all in the operator 👍💪
Fine video, Hank. So what question do you get asked the most? LoL Enjoyed a full-video watch. Have a fine week.
lol Don...Well, I may have stretched that one a little.
@@HamiltonvilleFarm Ha, that's funny. Hey, there's no harm in dreaming, is there? Fun and good video.
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Great video Hank,Hahaha I here On TH-cam you were Cuuute!!! heading or to the other video🍒👍
lol. I dont know why Gina laughed at that!
Big like 70 my friend
Thanks John
hello thanks for sharing like:133
Thank you for the comment and watching the video. 👍
Why is Gina laughing about you being handsome? lol 😂. I always feel like I "need" a bigger tractor haha. Nice video buddy 👍🚜
i know right! But you have a really nice tractor!
@@HamiltonvilleFarm you're right.. so do you! Thankful for the blessings we have
Go big or go home! 😂 Good job Hambone
Yes sir😂💪👍