Swather purchase

[crusher]

I'm looking to buy a late model swather, mostly to cut canola. Does anyone have an opinion on good/bad features.

[kent]

Don't buy a Massey. Had one and could not keep it running for more than a day or two. Hydraulic system slows down and canvases stop or reel stops etc, especially in heavy canola crops. Only good thing about the Massey is that they have a very large opening. If you got the money, and don't want the breakdowns buy a Macdon,(Westward,Prairie Star,or Premier). Options that are very handy are fore and aft on the reel and hydraulic tilt of the header, both works excelent when approaching down or lodged crop.

[ryoung]

We have a 400 Versatile that has a modified wide opening, pickup reel and tall tires. It works quite well. It's for sale, if you're interested.