The cab will feel tight getting in or out but sitting and operating you will have plenty of room.
It’s not a five, but it will handle the brush hog fine.
It’s not a five, but it will handle the brush hog fine.
Thoughts on 4066r cab
Just joined a few months ago and new to this. I currently have a 2wd Cab 5055e and 4wd 3025e My local dealer has a 4066r cab tractor coming in next month and I am considering trading my two tractors and getting the 4 series. I would also have to put some money on top. Am I crazy to trade two tractors and pay for one tractor? I currently bush hog approximately 25 acres of pastureland with an 8ft pull type rotary cutter, plant some food plots, and keep some trails up. I ended up getting the 3025e to compensate for not having loader or 4wd on the 5055e. Both are great tractors and I have had no issues with either but sometimes wish I just had one tractor (not switching back and forth between two completely different tractors). With the 4066r I could have the cab as well as 4wd and loader all in one package. My main questions I would like some input on will the 4066r handle the Land Pride 8ft cutter okay? Horsepower at the PTO is plenty as the cutter only requires 40hp but the lighter weight of the tractor vs the 5055e gives me some concerns. Next question is I am 6'3" and 220lbs. Is the 4066r cab going to be enough room or will I be crammed? I have never been in a 4 series cab and with inventory shortage I cannot find one to try out. Also all the bells and whistles on the r series concern me a little bit with electrical issues and such. Any thoughts on 4066r ownership would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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I run a 110 inch 3pt RFM and a 10ft 3pt Rhino brush hog on my 4066R cab with no issues. And it will pick up the brush hog at 1750 lbs, but the front end gets a little light. The tractor and loader weighs around 6000lbs with the 110# rear wheel weights. I did add 5 1/2 inch rear spacers last year. Almost 800 hours in 6 1/2 years. I think you will like the 4066R just fine and it will definitely do those things you mentioned without any problem.
Dave
Dave
Yea the 4R cab is quite a bit smaller then your 5055E cab.
Also the with the 4R , I have a feeling it is not going to like your 8ft brush hog very much.
It is pretty light weight machine compared to your 5055E, and most 8ft brush cutters I have seen are pretty heavy.
I sort of find the opposite to be true for most people, they get sick of reconfiguring their 1 tractor for multiple different task.
IE. Taking the loader on and off, or swapping this attachment out for that other one, sometimes for maybe a 10 min job, then have to change it all back again.
Based on what you described, I think I would rather have the 2 machines you have now over 1 cab 4066R.
I love my 4066R, but sure would not give up one of my 5 series for another one.
If anything I might just add a loader to the 5055E.
We use to use a 2wd John Deere 4440 with a JD loader for our utility tractor back on the farm for many many years.
Also the with the 4R , I have a feeling it is not going to like your 8ft brush hog very much.
It is pretty light weight machine compared to your 5055E, and most 8ft brush cutters I have seen are pretty heavy.
I sort of find the opposite to be true for most people, they get sick of reconfiguring their 1 tractor for multiple different task.
IE. Taking the loader on and off, or swapping this attachment out for that other one, sometimes for maybe a 10 min job, then have to change it all back again.
Based on what you described, I think I would rather have the 2 machines you have now over 1 cab 4066R.
I love my 4066R, but sure would not give up one of my 5 series for another one.
If anything I might just add a loader to the 5055E.
We use to use a 2wd John Deere 4440 with a JD loader for our utility tractor back on the farm for many many years.
I’m 6’6” and about 265. I have a 4720 cab, which is pretty much the same thing. And I fit. It takes some learnin’ to get in and out without hitting things but it’s doable. And I have long legs. Can’t speak for the 8’ cutter but the 4720 handles my 12’ Woods batwing just fine. I did pull the seat and move it back IIRC. It had two bolt hole patterns so I took the further back set.
I should add I have an open station 4710 too, so I do like having two machines. Kept it for the hoe but use it a lot, esp for the constant on and off jobs that the cab tractor makes a real PITA.
I should add I have an open station 4710 too, so I do like having two machines. Kept it for the hoe but use it a lot, esp for the constant on and off jobs that the cab tractor makes a real PITA.
We are using 2.5m flail mower with our 4R and it does magnificent job. Proper front ballast is almost a necessity for it. Unless your brush hog is of some heavy duty sort 4066R shouldn't have any problem handling it. It may be lighter tractor but that's advantage in my eyes as it is easy to add weight.
Size of a cab is definitely downgrade from 5series but it is spacious enough. As was mentioned after getting used to getting in and out there are no complaints. But getting 2 people inside is almost impossible.
We were in a similar situation. We had 3R and were thinking about getting 5series for bigger jobs. We ended up with 4R. Meanwhile we are still pondering about getting additional 3R or some 5series because we simply have too much work and too little time.
Meanwhile I can keep dreaming about 5R while enjoying our current 4R.
Size of a cab is definitely downgrade from 5series but it is spacious enough. As was mentioned after getting used to getting in and out there are no complaints. But getting 2 people inside is almost impossible.
We were in a similar situation. We had 3R and were thinking about getting 5series for bigger jobs. We ended up with 4R. Meanwhile we are still pondering about getting additional 3R or some 5series because we simply have too much work and too little time.
Meanwhile I can keep dreaming about 5R while enjoying our current 4R.
I was thinking 8ft brush cutter like an mx8, where A 4066R could work with the pull type, but the 3pt version is cat 2 or cat 3. Just too heavy for a 4066R, The 4066R has a cat 1 3pt.
Yes, the 7ft and larger brush hogs are cat 2 as is my 10ft 3pt Rhino. However, it now connects to my cat1 iMatch just fine. Just a little mod work and it works fine. My 8ft box blade is also cat 2, but it now connects just fine to my cat 1 iMatch. My 10ft Rhino brush hog weighs 1750#. It lifts it, but gets a little light in the front. Definitely have to have the bucket on the loader, which is usually not on there unless I am using it. I roaded it about 15 miles each way recently that way, but probably could have used a little dirt in the bucket for additional front ballast. The Rhino is a light duty brush hog. If it were a JD MX10, I would have to use it in 2pt mode as it weighs considerably more.I was thinking 8ft brush cutter like an mx8, where A 4066R could work with the pull type, but the 3pt version is cat 2 or cat 3. Just too heavy for a 4066R, The 4066R has a cat 1 3pt.
Dave
Funny, I wish I had my old OOS 5310 back so I would have 2 tractors. So if it were me I would keep the 2 tractors.
Exactly, I am a firm believer the more tractors the better.Funny, I wish I had my old OOS 5310 back so I would have 2 tractors. So if it were me I would keep the 2 tractors.
Ie. I Traded my cab 3039R off a year and half ago, and just bought another cab 3R a couple weeks ago , I just wished I had kept that 3039R. I knew shortly after it was gone. I realized pretty quick how often I missed having it there handy, for various task.
I think even if you can hook it up, I personally would still rather operate a 7 ft or 8 ft brush cutter with a 5 series over a 4 series if given the choice.Yes, the 7ft and larger brush hogs are cat 2 as is my 10ft 3pt Rhino. However, it now connects to my cat1 iMatch just fine. Just a little mod work and it works fine. My 8ft box blade is also cat 2, but it now connects just fine to my cat 1 iMatch. My 10ft Rhino brush hog weighs 1750#. It lifts it, but gets a little light in the front. Definitely have to have the bucket on the loader, which is usually not on there unless I am using it. I roaded it about 15 miles each way recently that way, but probably could have used a little dirt in the bucket for additional front ballast. The Rhino is a light duty brush hog. If it were a JD MX10, I would have to use it in 2pt mode as it weighs considerably more.
Dave
Now my 4066R has been a favorite tractor of mine, mine is a 2019 bought new 2 years ago, just hit 200 hours this week.
She gets plenty of use, and I still really love my 4066R, ordered a new MSL loader for it, a few weeks ago. I have no plans of letting her go anytime in the near future.
Deere would have to come out with a larger cab E-hydro trans tractor, 4 or 5 series to make me want to trade or upgrade my 4066R.
I just know I would find having 2 tractors vs 1, just more functional and or also more appealing to me.
Nothing at all wrong with anyone looking or wanting to buy a 4066R, I know first hand it is an awesome machine.
The problem is that most of us can only afford one tractor, so we have to find one of those "one size fits all".I think even if you can hook it up, I personally would still rather operate a 7 ft or 8 ft brush cutter with a 5 series over a 4 series if given the choice.
Now my 4066R has been a favorite tractor of mine, mine is a 2019 bought new 2 years ago, just hit 200 hours this week.
She gets plenty of use, and I still really love my 4066R, ordered a new MSL loader for it, a few weeks ago. I have no plans of letting her go anytime in the near future.
Deere would have to come out with a larger cab E-hydro trans tractor, 4 or 5 series to make me want to trade or upgrade my 4066R.
I just know I would find having 2 tractors vs 1, just more functional and or also more appealing to me.
Nothing at all wrong with anyone looking or wanting to buy a 4066R, I know first hand it is an awesome machine.
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True, I get that.The problem is that most of us can only afford one tractor, so we have to find one of those "one size fits all".
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I was mainly just looking at the OPs question about his current position of having 2 tractors, and trading both tractors plus’s some cash to get 1 4066R.
I simply would prefer the 2 tractors he has, assuming they are nice and working well, over paying out more money to go to 1 tractor.
Appreciate all the input guys. I believe for the time being I will keep both of my e series tractors. Neither have ever let me down and at the end of they day I can get done what I need to with them. Maybe if dealer inventory ever gets back to normal I’ll have an opportunity to try out a 4 r. Thanks, Oakley
Why not get a 5 series 4x4 with a loader?
I have considered it and looked at them however I greatly prefer hydro tranny for loader work. I bought the 2wd cab specifically for big open field mowing which it does well. Also the bucket is so far in front of machine on 5 series it really limits visibility. Could be just me but if I’m using a loader on an incline or around trees I want hydro.
Sounds like you have your plan laid out well for yourself. I'd probably keep them as well as you know what they'll do and they both will have their own pros and cons for sure.
I only have the bucket or forks on the loader if they are going to be used. Otherwise, there is nothing on the front of the loader, such as when I am mowing the yard. The 10ft 3pt brush hog is heavy enough that I do have to have the bucket on the loader for front ballast.I have considered it and looked at them however I greatly prefer hydro tranny for loader work. I bought the 2wd cab specifically for big open field mowing which it does well. Also the bucket is so far in front of machine on 5 series it really limits visibility. Could be just me but if I’m using a loader on an incline or around trees I want hydro.
Dave
This discussion leads me to the conclusion the Deere needs to market a 5R series tractor with a hydrostatic transmission. If they could increase the power to just over 70 hp but keep the 4R powertrain I think they would have a very marketable tractor. It would ovbiously be more money than the 4R tractor but the larger cab with better visibility and function, yet still keeping the hydro ease of use, I think would attract buyers. Now, the price difference between a 4R hydro and a 5R hydro would be a factor but the small cab on the 4R seems to be a common complaint.
Yep, there seems to be several members here, myself included, that would love to see Deere come out with something like that, either a new larger cab 4R or a 5 series with an e-hydro trans option.This discussion leads me to the conclusion the Deere needs to market a 5R series tractor with a hydrostatic transmission. If they could increase the power to just over 70 hp but keep the 4R powertrain I think they would have a very marketable tractor. It would ovbiously be more money than the 4R tractor but the larger cab with better visibility and function, yet still keeping the hydro ease of use, I think would attract buyers. Now, the price difference between a 4R hydro and a 5R hydro would be a factor but the small cab on the 4R seems to be a common complaint.
ie. Now days I pull my 17ft batwing mower with a 5 series not for power at all, just because of the better visibility, swivel seat etc. that my 5 series cab has over my 4066R‘s cab. I use to pull it with 4066R it had plenty of power. Yesterday we were doing loader work with both a 4 and 5 series, the 5 has a bucket near twice as large as the 4 series but the added speed the e-hydro offers the 4 series we were moving all be smaller loads much quicker With the 4R . If they could just blend the best of two it would be a killer setup.
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