Amazing Machine (Massey 461 and 563 are same)
By clint(Owner), Mar. 22, 2014
Massey 563 MWFD:
I have owned several tractors and this tractor is one of my favorites. Its way overbuilt and super heavy duty. Very easy to operate and easy to use. Its not overly large but is very heavy for its size making it a very capable machine. The engine is a Perkins diesel which
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runs smooth, offers tremendous low RPM torque and is fairly quiet. This is so much more tractor than the Kubotas and other newer type tractors while still offering the low RPM power of the old school type tractors. No need for the high 2800 engine rpm speed which sounds like a big bee buzzing around. This tractor offers the 540 rpm pto speed at around 1650 rpms which makes the tractor very easy to operate and a joy to ride. Unlike the newer light weight tractors this one is built like a tank and worth handing down to future generations. Thanks Massey for brining back a real tractor.
As for weaknesses I would say if your over 6'3 or 6'4 this tractor maybe a little tight for you as the operators station is not overly large. Also, the hydraulics are a little slower than some of the newer tractors. For doing all day long loader work this might be something to consider. That being said they're not really bad at all but something I did notice. Overall this is one of the finest machines in its class and definitely one of the best I've ever operated.
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