Great value, with a few quirks
By Forrest Burke(Owner), Jun. 14, 2011
More power & features than any other cab tractor for the money, this is a great utility tractor. Cheaper than the 4000 series with a cab & double the useful horsepower, this is a "no brainer" for those who do not need autohitch, ehydro transmission or a smaller frame. The wife sa
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w both machines side-by side & said "don't bring home a wimpy tractor" and she was right, the 5083 is a full size utility tractor made in the USA with excellent performance. Adding 3rd hydraulics and air ride seat does raise the price, but its a great compromise between the smaller 4000 & the slightly heavier 5000M series which cost 25% more. My particular machine has been flawless except for 2 well noted design issues: first, the 3pt lift lever is to short, too close to the seat, & too stiff for me to comportable operate; second, the 3pt lift speed regulator sticks in the full fast position, also having a useful range so small that it makes adjustment useless except to disable the lift hydraulics. I set it to full fast & exercise care when lowering rear implements until the dealer can service this issue.
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