Recent content by jdgcolo

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    Engines at altitude

    Hi, We run an MX5400 turbocharged with an FEL. We are 20 miles south of Fairplay. The tractor has plenty of power with reasonable fuel consumption. You should be ok with any turbocharged choice.
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    Noob looking for a tractor

    Hi aaarneson As mentioned in my earlier post I purchased a used (50 hours) MX5400 HSTC. It was basically new. I filled the back tires with Bioballast and have wheel weights on the back rims. I chose this tractor because I needed the loader capacity and I wanted the hydrostatic drive. The...
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    Noob looking for a tractor

    I have been looking at this forum for a while but only recently joined. I am also in Colorado. I purchased a used MX5400 with a cab for our hay yard. I got the cab for the significant other. She runs the loader and I open the gates. Without the cab I would likely get to do it all. I recommend a...