Mf690 or case 856xl?

[swinny]

Been and looke at a couple of tractors recently. All 2wd

 

Wanting one to run a processor and maybe a few trips on the road.

 

Looked at a little mf 565 starts on button and all works ok but only 60hp so little for road plus tractor doesnt weigh much.

 

A mf690, this is a multi power and i dont know much about these? Didnt look round it much but may be worth another look? Think 80hp (would be easy to find a loader for if wanted )

 

Then there is a case 856xl, seems a good ish tractor but does breathe a bit on engine. Thats a 85hp turbo,

 

It povabily wont go on the road much but if needed its always there

 

Anyone had any dealings with any o the above tractors?

 

Cheers

Edited May 17, 2016 by swinny

[GardenKit]

Both excellent models, but just buy the one thats the best deal.

[Chris Gagen]

Had an 856xl for the last 18 years, doesn't owe us a penny and didn't grumble when towing 12 ton trailer filled with crushed concrete, hauled 250+ tons home with our "best international".

It's still our go to tractor from a 4 strong "fleet":001_cool:

[Chris Gagen]

Expect the sunroof to leak btw...

[Charlieh]

856 all the way 600 series masseys weren't good when they came out factory and age has done them no favours. the case 856 and 956 are good solid tractors,

[swinny]

If at some point the 856 needed a rebuild what sort of money would i expect to throw at it? Just parts as would do myself. 5-600quid?

[Ian C]

Nashers always had good hydraulics, that's what I would go for but I'm a Nasher fan.

[swinny]

Still thinking

 

Limited price as buying other gear so limited choice