01/08/22. Massey Ferguson 5S 145. So does it cut the mustard?

First impressions of this machine were, "Its a looker" It certainly talks the talk, but will it walk the walk? A few days collecting and hauling bales has helped me form an opinion that may have even surprised me a bit.

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[homey]

Thanks for sharing all the things you do

[casto-]

The Yorkshireman in me keeps shout “but how much is that!!” 🤣🤣🤦‍♂

[FourWindsFarm]

Nice one Ian! I thought that was a fair review! Some of the quirks you just get used to the rocky ride is due to travelling with the loader in the air, I always drive with it down apart from coming in and out of gateways our 77 loader tractor is the same anyway cheers for the review it's nice to see what non massey people think 👍

[TJMack-]

You actually did better with it than I thought you would. If you did go through with a new tractor it would be interesting to see a post sale price comparison. It just wouldn't be fair on anyone to make that public knowledge beforehand. My feeling is that the MF is going to be the dearest package of the lot, but I'm probably wrong. Thanks for sharing what you can of the buying process.

[helenthompson]

Lots to think about considering the expense but you still looked better in blue xx

[robertkearney]

You should be the man to give reviews from all the tractor companies. It didn't feel overwhelming positive or negative. It just felt honest. Fair play it didn't feel honest for a publication. It felt honest for the man that has to use it. If a tractor company believes in their tractor they should let you review it.

[masseyman]

Hi Ian, the rear mirror has been fitted on the wrong side of the rear window. I have a video on my channel of the 5S.145 pulling a 5 furrow reversible vari-width plough easily. Great review thank you 👍

[hollandduck]

Hello from the Netherlands and thanks for the video.  Sincerely, Hollandduck

[simonlinington]

I reckon that T5 is calling loud in your ear Mr P 😊

[stephen]

Nice little review you and Mr Cornock gave Chandlers some good publicity. Who knows what santa will bring at Christmas

[JonDingle]

A very fair assessment that young man. Remember, when you buy any product there are niggly things that could eventually lead to irritation. And as such the niggles come with a cost.
Are you just looking at the Case, New Holland and Massey Ferguson or will you get a John Deere 6120m to compare?
I drove a Fendt a few times and that was like canoeing down a river. I hated it.
Top video squire!

[johnsweeney]

Great review… very fair and interesting. I’d buy a 5S 145 if I could afford it, but in reality I lucky to have a 5455. Keep up the good work.

[paddy]

You should ask for a commission from these companies for reviewing the tractors. You did a good detailed job for possible potential buyers of these tractors

[fredharrowven]

Hi Ian, I like your Report on likes and dislikes I am still Waiting for the one with a kitchen sink you all may Laugh but I have just seen a Combine harvester with a kitchen sink, Well Ian you take care of yourself and stay safe and well.🚜🚜👍⭐️⭐️

[robertallen]

Good unbiased review of the tractor. A few little niggles which im sure could be rectified. Be good to have a Chandlers engineer with you for a couple of hours to go through the machine and set iit up to your requirements. When I worked on Masseys, I would always go through the basics of a tractor with the operator, and then after a few days go back and address any queries they may have. Most of the quality brands have good products, so sure your decision will come down to price, dealership and any freebies they want to throw at you. Sponsored by (insert dealership name here) decals on the bonnet might even get you a better deal.

[davidnorris]

Evening ian, great content again cheers 😄

[davidwilliams]

Mr. P when I buy my next vehicle can you come and give it a good once over all kidding aside if and when you pick it will be the best your money 💰 will buy. Great video can't wait to see what Abbi thinks. Stay safe and healthy.

[teversoncoleman]

Good evening Mr. P. I think that was a very fair and honest review I'm sure most of the niggles could be sorted not sure I like the buddy seat just being that steering wheel a different no no. But in the end it is what you are comfortable with, the cost, after sales service and of course what Mrs. P. thinks. Keep well and stay safe.

[MrDbone]

A very good Friday evening on a hot day

[michaelslinn]

Ian the strange movement causing giddiness could be to do with the tyres, they do like to bounce slightly different rubbers and different pressure, worth a look it's probably my favourite so far.