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NW KS/ SC ID | Not that Agco is perfect, in fact corporate support would likely be less than stellar, maybe the worst of the big 3, but IMO if you take a look at the product line it would appear drivetrain life is more of a priority to them than it seems to be with other companies.
For emission solutions, Agco avoids EGR as much as possible, Deere tried to use it exclusively to stay away from DEF. EGR is not conducive to long engine life.
on the big 4wds, Agco has the biggest displacement engines on the market. You cant tell me 12.9L is going to live as long as 16.8L or 18L at 600 HP.
For MFWDs with the CVT, the Fend CVT is proven to be simple and reliable, and the longevity and reliability is enhanced by having the fluid isolated from the rest of the hydraulics, eliminating contamination. As the hours pile on, the CNH and JD variable transmissions have been showing that the more complex something is, the more costly it is.
For the combines, nothing beats belts and pulleys for long term affordable upkeep. all the hyd. motors and gearboxes are great up till something fails, then its a nightmare. The rear main seal job in a combine with an engine gearcase can be well into the 4 figures, the Gleaner has no gearcase and is rather easy to change.
Like I said, far from perfect, but I would venture to guess if a guy tries to keep this new crap running past 20 years old, the Agco stuff should do it cheaper/easier than the others. Just something to think about. Give it a try, what is the worst that can happen. ;)
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Pretty disappointed in Case IH lately ...
