A well-made and well-finished model, but it features a unique three-point hitch, different from that of the original machine. The attachment of the front loader’s hydraulic hoses is also questionable
Among the most recent models produced by Universal Hobbies, the Massey Ferguson “MF 5S 115” is certainly one of the most accomplished in terms of build quality, finish, and equipment. It comes complete with a beautiful Massey front loader, which in turn supports a meticulously detailed manure shovel. This confirms that, if desired, even a high-volume manufacturer can create models worthy of a prestigious collection.
The paint is glossy and shiny, the cab interiors are meticulously crafted and color-matched to the original, and even the minor details are accurate and well-executed. Examples include the work lights and rearview mirrors, which are reproduced with plastic plates rather than the usual brushstrokes of paint. What’s surprising, however, is the attachment of the front loader’s hydraulic hoses to the mounting plate, which is achieved using simple drops of glue.
Even a gentle move of the loader can easily detach the hoses. The problem can be solved by drilling half-millimeter holes in the plate and inserting the hoses, but this isn’t a job everyone can do. There’s no way to fix the lower arms of the three-point hitch, which are bent into an arc instead of straight. This is likely a compromise to allow attachments with Siku hitches to the tractor, but in any case, it’s a questionable license.
Title: Massey Ferguson Mf 5S 115: a well-made and well-finished model
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