Kubota MX5400 vs Massey Ferguson 1745M
Quick take: The Massey Ferguson 1745M costs $2,000 less; the Kubota MX5400 has more engine power (54.7 vs 44.5 hp); the Kubota MX5400 has more loader lift (2,275 vs 1,742 lbs).
| Spec | Kubota MX5400 | Massey Ferguson 1745M |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34,500 | $32,500 |
| Rating | 4.6★ (720) | 4.3★ (260) |
| Category | Utility | Utility |
| Transmission | Gear | Hydrostatic |
| Engine HP | 54.7 hp | 44.5 hp |
| PTO HP | 46.5 hp | 34 hp |
| Loader Lift | 2275 lbs | 1742 lbs |
| 3-Point Lift | 2310 lbs | 2866 lbs |
| Hydraulic Flow | 9.5 GPM | 12.6 GPM |
| Drive | 4WD | 4WD |
| Engine | Kubota | Iseki |
| Weight | 3924 lbs | 3527 lbs |
| Fuel Tank | 14 gal | 11.9 gal |
| 4WD | Yes | Yes |
| Loader | Yes | Yes |
| Cab | No | No |
| Hydrostatic | No | Yes |
| Power steering | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | No | No |
| Warranty | 6 yr / 2000 hr powertrain | 6 yr / 2000 hr powertrain |
Pros & cons
Kubota MX5400
- ✓The turbocharged 54.7 HP Kubota diesel delivers strong, high-torque power for heavy field work, big implements, and loader tasks
- ✓46.5 PTO HP runs large rotary cutters, tillers, balers, and post-hole diggers with ease
- ✓The stout 3,924 lb frame and Category I/II hitch make it a genuine small-farm workhorse
- ✓Available in gear or HST and ROPS or cab, so you can spec it exactly for your work and climate
- ✓Kubota's in-house diesel, huge dealer network, and strong resale value are all major strengths
- ✓The LA1065 loader lifts over 2,200 lbs and reaches over 9 feet, excellent for material handling
- ✓It's a proven, best-selling platform with a massive owner base and deep support knowledge
- ✓Rugged, serviceable design that handles daily farm abuse and holds up over thousands of hours
- ✗It's a big-ticket purchase - loaded with a loader and options it approaches or tops $35K
- ✗The gear transmission requires clutching for direction changes, less convenient than HST for loader work
- ✗The 9.5 GPM hydraulic flow is modest for the tractor's size, so loader cycles feel slow to some owners
- ✗It has the DPF emissions system with periodic regen cycles
- ✗Kubota premium pricing means a comparable Mahindra or Kioti utility costs meaningfully less
- ✗At nearly 4,000 lbs plus loader it needs a serious truck and trailer to transport
- ✗No mid-PTO, so it's a field and loader tractor, not a finish-mowing machine
- ✗The base ROPS model is fairly spartan, and adding a cab drives the price up substantially
Massey Ferguson 1745M
- ✓The turbocharged Iseki diesel is a well-regarded Japanese engine that gives it strong, torquey 45 HP performance
- ✓The 2,866 lb 3-point lift is exceptional for the class, letting it run heavy rear implements with ease
- ✓It's built on a reinforced frame with heavy axles, so it feels stout and utility-grade rather than compact-light
- ✓Backed by AGCO's Massey Ferguson brand with real farm-equipment dealer support and heritage
- ✓12.6 GPM hydraulics deliver strong, quick loader and implement action
- ✓The DL125 loader and Category I/II hitch make it a genuine material-handling and field workhorse
- ✓6-year powertrain warranty is competitive with the best in the segment
- ✓Refined operator station and hydrostatic option make it comfortable for long working sessions
- ✗Massey's compact-utility dealer network is thinner than Kubota's and Deere's, so support depends on your local dealer
- ✗It's premium-priced, landing near a Deere 4044M or Kubota MX without their resale or dealer density
- ✗The loader capacity is modest relative to the strong 3-point lift, creating a capability mismatch
- ✗Resale value doesn't match Kubota or Deere in the US compact-utility segment
- ✗The owner community is smaller, so online troubleshooting knowledge is limited
- ✗AGCO parts pricing can run higher than expected
- ✗The turbo and modern emissions add complexity versus a simpler naturally aspirated tractor
- ✗It's less common on US lots, so test drives and hands-on comparisons can be harder to arrange