Quiet tractor

Iodine1

Hi All, I'm thinking of looking for a tractor about 100hp, 90s to 2005, but with a good QUIET cab. Im fed up with the racket from my old Ford. I know this is an unusual request but what models would you suggest I look out for?

biblio

I suppose if you decide on a budget, and pick out a few tractors at local dealers within your budget you ll find out fairly quickly what the noise levels are like when you take them for a spin on the road.

From my experience modern Massey Fergusons are reasonably quiet and John Deeres from the mid 90's onwards are fairly quiet,
New Holland TS have a decent cab too but it's probably down to individual preference.

Iodine1

Thanks for sound advice there. I had in mind while working with implements fairly opened up, but I suppose i could give it a run at full revs and would get a good idea then. Any views on the merits or otherwise on the Zetor 9540 or 10540 models?

lakill Farm

Iodine1 wrote: »

Hi All, I'm thinking of looking for a tractor about 100hp, 90s to 2005, but with a good QUIET cab. Im fed up with the racket from my old Ford. I know this is an unusual request but what models would you suggest I look out for?

not a fiat 90-90

Farmer

Iodine1 wrote: »

.... I had in mind while working with implements fairly opened up......

Then maybe it's something with air conditioning you need, as having to open a door or windows on a hot summer's day will let in a fair bit of road or machine noise no matter how good the cab is.

Iodine1

Good point allright. however some engines seem to roar more than others too. Thanks for highlighting this anyway.

I says

Ear muffs :):)

jimmy G M

We have 2 x 4200 series Masseys. They have a spacious comfortable cab with good visibility and good soundproofing. A/C available depending on model.
What are you upgrading from?

_Brian

Good ear protection is always handy. Takes getting used to though.

I use fairly standard ones but keep meaning to buy active noise reduction protection.

lakill Farm

_Brian wrote: »

Good ear protection is always handy. Takes getting used to though.

I use fairly standard ones but keep meaning to buy active noise reduction protection.

Buy a set of the radio muffs. Great job

maidhc

Iodine1 wrote: »

Hi All, I'm thinking of looking for a tractor about 100hp, 90s to 2005, but with a good QUIET cab. Im fed up with the racket from my old Ford. I know this is an unusual request but what models would you suggest I look out for?

Pretty much anything from that timeframe is going to be OK so long as it still has glazing.

Iodine1

Ford Fieco (safety cab) so probably anything would be an improvement. Thanks for suggestions. However what is "active noise reduction protection"? a type of ear muff? or a type of radio muffs as suggested?

maidhc

Iodine1 wrote: »

Ford Fieco (safety cab) so probably anything would be an improvement. Thanks for suggestions. However what is "active noise reduction protection"? a type of ear muff? or a type of radio muffs as suggested?

Even a "Q" cab from the late 70's will be a revelation in comparison!

_Brian

Iodine1 wrote: »

Ford Fieco (safety cab) so probably anything would be an improvement. Thanks for suggestions. However what is "active noise reduction protection"? a type of ear muff? or a type of radio muffs as suggested?

ANR, is an electronic process built in where it actively monitors surrounding noise and cancels it out rather than blocks it.
Can be headphones or ear muffs with ANR.

Iodine1

What type of shop would one get either with ANR? Music instruments? TV electronics?

Reggie.

Iodine1 wrote: »

What type of shop would one get either with ANR? Music instruments? TV electronics?

Health and safety shops

Iodine1

Thanks, I will check them out as it sounds like a good option.

Nekarsulm

Iodine1 wrote: »

What type of shop would one get either with ANR? Music instruments? TV electronics?

The electronic noise reduction ones are to be found in any good gun shop, or online.

Lots of clay pigeon shooters wear them, as they block out most of the report from the gun, but not someone talking to you.

Bullocks

Iodine1 wrote: »

Thanks, I will check them out as it sounds like a good option.

Definitely a cheaper option than a tractor anyhow