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Read articles →An owner's three-month field report after roughly 28 hours of use, covering why he chose the 1526 over Kubota and John Deere, the cast-iron drivetrain and Mitsubishi Tier 4 engine, shuttle-drive vs. hydrostatic tradeoffs, backhoe performance, a DIY exhaust reroute fix, and skid-steer quick-attach compatibility. Best for shoppers actively comparing compact tractor brands who want a frank owner perspective, though the tone is enthusiastically pro-Mahindra throughout.
An owner-operator sharing hands-on impressions from their own property, with a clear brand preference formed before purchase and a specific dealer recommendation included.
The shuttle gives more power to the ground and more power to the PTO than the hydrostatic version, letting him do more work with the PTO.
He calls that claim nonsense, saying tractor clutches are robust and only burn out if you ride the clutch or use it to control speed instead of letting it out fully.
The angled exhaust blew heat onto the frame and hydraulics when the loader was down digging with the backhoe, so he fabricated a copper 45-degree reroute and JB welded it on.
Yes, it has a skid steer quick attach so any attachment that fits a skid steer, like a Bobcat, can go on the front without needing Mahindra-specific parts.
