X9 header choice…………

[woodland]

Just curious if anyone has experience with a Macdon FD2 vs a Deere hinged d****r on a X9 1100? Bought one recently (a quantum leap forward from the old Massey and challenger) and we’re leaning towards a MD as we’ve run a 70 and a 75 and been very happy with them. Currently running 30 foots as our hills are pretty “gnarly” but will have to go bigger for this machine. Thinking of a 40’ but dealer is recommending a 45’. Usually have a lot of straw and tough conditions it seems and bale all the cereal straw.

Thanks in advance

[FarmJunkie]

We use 40 foot Macdons on our machines and they have been very good. We have tried the JD headers but simplicity with Macdons has been good for us. We liked the JD for the in cab pressure settings on the wings when harvesting pulses but chose to stick with the Macdons due to less electronic sensors.

[SASKFARMER]

Ran deere headers on x9s for years the are the only ones who can cut a ditch bottom flat then curve and flat agsin. Sensors aren't a issue never replaced one. 50 work great but roads are a challenge as some Rms love trees in the ditch to catch snow.
New x9$ have Deere again.