Review: New Holland T5 Electro Command tractor put through its paces

Brimming with features, we test drive New Hollands latest T5 Electro Command tractor series.

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Review: New Holland T5 Electro Command tractor put through its paces

Brimming with features, we test drive New Holland's new T5 Electro Command tractor series. James Rickard reports.

Taking on the mantel of New Holland's compact high-spec tractor, the T5 Electro Command Series arrived on the scene last year.

Complimenting lower-spec T5 Utility models, also recently launched, the new Electro Command models come bristling with features filtered down from their bigger brothers.

This includes more power, a front axle suspension option, the use of semi-powershift transmission on all models, new family styling and the option of transmission/loader controls integrated into the armrest.

Three models ranging from 99hp to 117hp make up the T5 Electro Command series.

To see what the new models are all about, we got our hands on the mid T5.110 Electro Command model, fitted with loader and featuring mechanical spools and loader controls, and set about a mix of yard and field work.

Cab and controls

Cab body 1

Cab-wise, the predecessor's six-post frame design is still used offering good access from both sides, proper sized doors, and convenient curved rear quarter windows which provide good visibility and open for some fresh air.

The interior is smart and airy, with the majority of primary controls, including loader joystick, spool levers, linkage control and throttle, falling neatly to hand. Main high/low range change lever, however, can be a stretch when selecting ‘high.'

Thankfully, the eight powershift changes can be made by one of three pairs of buttons; one pair integrated into the range selection lever, one pair integrated into the loader joystick, and one pair residing on the right hand console.

Cab pic

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However, it does look like it is up to the challenge.

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