Test Drive Mahindra 6075

Discover the Mahindra 6075 tractor, known for its simplicity combined with robustness, with a focus on small and medium producers looking for a strong machine with little maintenance

To find the Mahindra 6075 tractor, which we tested for this edition of Cultivar Máquinas, we traveled many kilometers on roads in the State of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina. In these more than ten years of testing, we had never had the opportunity to get to know in depth and test a Mahindra brand tractor. The Indian company arrived in Brazil in 2016, as a world leader in the production of tractors, and is already becoming important in the national market and well-known among rural producers. In this text, we will reproduce our impression of this interesting product that we discovered in the municipality of Ibiam, in the interior of Santa Catarina. 
Mahindra is a company of Indian origin, operating in the Asian country since 1945 and which since 2016 has been manufacturing and selling products in Brazil, with different mechanical alternatives than what we normally find in typically national brands, which is why this detail seemed interesting to us. Initially, the mechanical characteristics of the powertrain caught our attention, consisting of the engine, the gearbox, differential and semi-axles. For this reason, we have seen and will try to tell our readers what caught our attention most about this model.
Currently, Mahindra sells several models in the country. The smallest model sold is the 2025, with 25 hp and a 1365-cylinder Mahindra MDI 2 engine. The 4530 4WD HAS a Mahindra engine, model NE-342-R with 42 hp. Moving on to the 6000 line, with two models, the Mahindra 6060, with a 457hp, naturally aspirated Mahindra model MSI 60 engine and the Mahindra 6075, with the same Mahindra engine, but called the 475hp MSI 75 model, equipped with a turbo compressor. It also offers the 8000S models, with an 476hp Mahindra VNE-80 engine, with turbo intercooler, and the 9500S, with a 495hp Mahindra VNE-95 engine. Another four models are in the testing phase: two models from the 7000 series, with 80hp and 95hp, and two models from the 9000 series, with 110hp and 125hp. 
To comply with legislation restricting pollutant emissions, all models with power above 60 hp are equipped with an EGR-type emissions control system, the operation of which we will explain later. The others meet the standard limits, without the EGR system. Tests to prove the system were carried out in India.
One of the points that quickly draws attention is in relation to the warranty that Mahindra offers. There is a 5-year warranty on all components manufactured by the company. Compared to what the Brazilian market offers, it is possible to conclude that this is the longest warranty period offered by automakers in the country.
The 6000 series is in the nationalization phase and therefore the models are still all imported from India. Therefore,  Mahindra offers a 5-year warranty on all components. For nationalized models, such as the 8000S and 9500S, the engine and transmission, along with the rear axle and hydraulic system, which are manufactured in India, also receive a five-year or 3.000-hour warranty and the other components of the tractor, which are not manufactured by Mahindra, are guaranteed for two years or 2.000 hours. 

MOTOR
The engine that powers this tractor is from Mahindra, model MSI 475, with four cylinders and a displacement of 3.822cm³, from the main factory in India. It has an air intake assisted by a turbocharger from the same brand, obtaining maximum power of 75 hp at 2.100 rpm and torque of 325 Nm at 1.260 rpm (DIN standard).
The fuel injection system features an in-line Bosch injection pump. To control polluting gas emissions, the manufacturer chose to install an EGR system, which uses a Mahindra brand EGR valve.
The EGR system used by Mahindra is based on this valve, placed between the turbine and the intake, which allows a certain amount of exhaust gas to pass into the intake manifold. The engine burns the mixture of air and fuel, emitting a gas from combustion, which would be sent outside through the exhaust pipe. Part of the gas is cooled in the cooling system and returns to the intake manifold, being reintroduced into the chamber, together with the pure air absorbed from the outside and passed through the filtration system. This system allows the amount of emissions to be reduced, reducing environmental pollution and complying with current national regulations.

STREAMING
Power is transferred directly from the engine flywheel to a double-disc (dry) clutch, with one disc dedicated to the gearbox and another to the power take-off (TDP). The material used for the friction element of the discs is cerametallic, and the activation is carried out mechanically by the clutch pedal. 

The Mahindra 6075 is equipped with a 15x15 synchronized mechanical transmission, that is, with 15 forward and 15 reverse speeds, the result of a combination of five gears and three groups of speeds. The reversal system is mechanical, using a lever on the left of the instrument panel, just below the steering wheel. Its direction is logical, moving the lever forward, forward gear, neutral gear in the middle and reverse gear backward. To use it, it is necessary to activate the clutch pedal, as well as the gear lever and groups. The gear selection levers do not display the reverse position and neutral can be achieved in three ways: neutral on the group lever, neutral on the gear lever and neutral on the inverter lever.

There is a difference in relation to other tractors in this power segment, due to the 15x15 transmission, which allows varied combinations between gears and groups, providing a good range of speeds. Therefore, considering that it is recommended that most agricultural operations be carried out at speeds of 4km/h to 12km/h, we found nine combinations between gears and groups per direction (forward or reverse), making it possible to cover the vast majority of agricultural activities. We also verified that the speed options between the transmission groups overlap, that is, the last gears in a group have a higher speed than the first gears in the next group, increasing the availability of speeds in each group and avoiding switching between them. during operation. As an option, Mahindra will offer a 20x20 transmission, with speed reducer, which makes it possible to work at speeds from 360 m/h.

The braking system is mechanical, immersed and cooled in an oil bath, acting on the rear axle. The parking brake is activated through a pedal lock system, with the lock just above the brake pedals. The rear differential lock is mechanically operated, via the pedal. It also has auxiliary front-wheel drive (TDA) as standard, which is from the Carraro brand, with a differential in a central position and mechanical activation via a lever just below the operator's seat. It has a warning light on the instrument panel, indicating its operation.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AND TDP
In the 6075 model, the hydraulic system has an open-center pump, installed at the front of the engine, providing a maximum flow of 58L/min and 190kgf/cm², a value higher than the average for the segment. It is shared between the remote control valves (VCR) and the lifting hydraulic system. As for the number of VCRs, there are two double-action units in the standard version or three units as an option, all with the quick coupling system. The steering is hydrostatic and has an independent hydraulic circuit, with a flow rate of 17,5L/min.

The three-point hydraulic lifting system has a lifting capacity of 2.600kg at the ball joint, being classified as category II. It is equipped with a coupling facilitator, consisting of a retractable arm extender, facilitating the coupling of implements when the operator is working alone. The arms also have individual height adjustments for coupling and leveling, however, they do not have the possibility of oscillating the lifting arms for equipment that works below ground level, by changing the position of the pin that supports the arm. up. Position and depth control is carried out mechanically, through two independent levers, located to the right of the operator's seat.
The TDP is of the independent type, with the activation carried out through an exclusive lever, and a second lever intended for the selection of speeds, neutral or reverse. The neutral position is ideal when coupling the cardan shaft to the tractor, as it allows the axle to rotate freely. Reversal is useful for debugging operations on machines, for example, forage harvesters. To protect against contact with the PTO shaft, the manufacturer installed a shield-type protection.
It has two angular shaft speeds, 540rpm and 540E, at different engine speeds. For operations that require greater power, such as the use of rotary hoes or brush cutters, it is recommended to use the first option, which reaches 540rpm in the PTO with 1.993rpm in the engine. For light activities that require low power, such as spraying or distributing seeds and fertilizers by broadcast, it is possible to use the economical TDP (540E), where only 1.469 rpm are needed in the engine to reach the same 540 rpm in the TDP, providing lower noise, vibrations and component wear, in addition to reducing fuel consumption. The maximum power at TDP, indicated by the manufacturer, is 66 hp.

DIMENSIONS AND CAPACITIES
The tractor tested was equipped with diagonal tires, the rear specification 18.4-30 R1 with 14 plies, and the front 12.4-24 R1 with 8 plies. It has a shipping weight of 3.137kg, however, this weight can be changed through metal ballasting, carried out by placing 6 counterweights of 27kg each at the front, and with two metal discs weighing 37kg on each rear wheel, fixed through of screws. It is also possible to add up to 75% of water to the tires, meaning that each front tire now has an additional 114 kg and the rear 337 kg. Thus, the metal ballast obtains a total of 236 kg and the liquid ballast 902 kg of added weight, allowing the tractor to go from a weight/power ratio of approximately 42 kg/hp to 57 kg/hp, in running order, serving activities ranging from light on the property, where a heavy tractor is not necessary, even activities where traction demand is high, or greater safety is desired when transporting and working with implements or trailers in steep areas, providing greater traction and motor braking capacity of the tractor.
As for dimensions, the total length of the tractor is 3.850mm, maximum width of 2.150mm and height of 2.700mm. The ground clearance is 390mm and the wheelbase is 2.220mm. The gauge adjustment is made by positioning the flanges and positioning the wheels in relation to the axle. The Mahindra 6075 turns radius without using the brake at 4.500mm, and with the use of the brake at 3.800mm. The fuel tank is made of plastic material, has a capacity of 68 liters and is positioned in a central position, between the hood and the instrument panel. 
The electrical system is 12V, and has a 45Ah alternator and an 88Ah battery. The battery is located on the right side below the operator's platform and is protected by a cover. The tractor also has a useful tool box, located to the left of the tractor, next to the access ladder to the operator's station.

TEST

In general, in Revista Cultivar tests we carry out one or more agricultural operations with equipment that we have in the chosen locations. in common agreement with the manufacturer and editor of the Magazine. In this case, we were able to count on a tractor supplied by the manufacturer, equipped with a seeder from the Produfort Soluções Tecnológicas brand, model SMP 1305, specified for a power of up to 75 hp. The seeder was equipped with 13 rows with a spacing of 17cm, for small seed crops and continuous flow distribution and which can also be used for annual crops of large grains with individual sowing of seeds, and for this purpose it can be configured for five rows with spacing from 45cm to 50cm. The seed dosing system has a channeled rotor, equipped with a Fertsystem fertilizer doser.
Due to the terrain being quite steep and irregular, the 2nd gear of group M was used (for summer crops the owner uses 1-M). The tractor had 75% water in the tires and an internal pressure of 152kPa (22lbs), working at a speed of 1.600rpm, selected using the hand throttle.
The producer who welcomed us was planning to sow a mixture of oats and ryegrass, which were pre-mixed, with no fertilizer in the bins. The seed application rate was 120kg seeds/ha. The property uses organic fertilization with pig waste, with only sowing carried out at this stage.
We shared the operation with rural producer Idacir Junior Zardo, owner of the test area and Mahindra customer, observing the behavior of the tractor, sometimes in the driver's seat, sometimes monitoring its movement. As all the work was carried out with assisted front traction, we were able to observe that the kinematic ratio was adequate at between 2% and 3%, and that the front axle was effectively contributing to the traction.
We were assisted throughout the evaluation activity by Mahindra technicians, Engineer Josué Fernando Beutler, After-Sales Specialist, and Commercial Coordinator South Region, Adoniran Luiz Scapini. Renan Gaspar, Sales Manager at the Rodair Tratores dealership, also provided support for the test. 
After the sowing operation was completed, we carried out several maneuverability, gear engagement and braking tests, verifying that it takes four turns of the steering wheel from lock to lock to completely change direction during maneuvers.

DRIVER'S POSITION AND ERGONOMICS
The driver's station is quite simple, equipped with a flat platform to which the operator has access via a two-step ladder on the left side. The tractor is equipped with a Rollover Protection Structure (EPCC), arch type, with a retractable system for tilting the hood, facilitating removal and reducing the height if necessary for transport. A rain and sun protection hood is installed over the driver. The roll bar is certified in accordance with Brazilian safety standards, in tests carried out at Mahindra's development center in India.

The front hood features headlights and, as an option, it can be equipped with headlights on the hood and, in the case of the cab, on the top. To improve operator visibility, the exhaust pipe was placed to the side of the hood.
The driver's seat is equipped with a seat with height and approach adjustments, with a panel in front of it with an automotive design, from the factory in India. Quite simple, with analogue instruments showing the engine speed, fuel level and water temperature. On the steering column, there is also the direction indicator key, the headlight activation selector and the horn. There is a 12V socket on the panel.
On the right side, there are the gear selection and VCR valve control levers, and the two levers for the hydraulic system, position and float. On the left side, the Low (L), High (H) and Medium (M) group selection lever is placed and for tractors with Creeper (C) this position is also placed on the same lever. 
To control the engine speed, there is a hand accelerator placed on the steering column and another foot accelerator, which activates the regulation directly on the injection pump via steel cables. The engine is stopped using a traditional choke, which cuts off the fuel supply. The parking brake is located at the bottom of the dashboard, activated by means of a small lever. 
On the back, you can see a slow vehicle symbol, formed by a red triangle. On the fenders there are a good number of warning stickers and guidance for safety and operation. To view backwards, the operator has a mirror placed on the right side of the driver's seat, and a work light on the right rear side of the operator's seat.

MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
The maintenance intervals, indicated by the manufacturer, are 300 hours worked to replace fuel filters, as well as lubricating oil and the engine filter. Mahindra adopts a different strategy from other manufacturers regarding the material for revisions: while the filters are supplied by it, the lubricating oil can be purchased through the dealership, strictly following the indicated specifications (for the SAE 15w40 engine and for the SAE 10W30 transmission ). This provides a lower acquisition cost depending on the region, and allows the owner to choose, after the end of the warranty, the oil that best meets their needs, making it possible to unify an oil specification for different equipment. The oil in the hydraulic system, transmission and steering is the same, and the replacement interval is every 600 hours. A single additional inspection is carried out, after 50 working hours the lubricating oil and engine filter must be replaced, due to the engine running-in process, which can generate filings and other residues during the adjustment process of its moving parts.
We also check the presence of metal protection on all of the tractor's filters, designed to prevent breakages when working in areas with branches or objects that could be projected and damage the filters, also causing interruption of activities. 
When it comes to serviceability, we were impressed by the ease of access to the rods and cables that adjust the clutch, brakes, accelerator and VCR controls, making these adjustments easier and intuitive for the operator. Mahindra also equipped the 6075 with a tilting hood, following global and Brazilian trends, allowing ample access to the engine, filters and other components during maintenance. The transmission oil level gauge is also worth mentioning. Located next to the PTO shaft are two sight glasses, which allow quick checking of the transmission oil level.

TEST LOCATION

The test for this edition was carried out in the Santo Alécio line, in the city of Ibiam, 57 kilometers away from Joaçaba, in the state of Santa Catarina. This region is known as Vale do Contestado, due to the Contestado War that occurred at the beginning of the 20th century. There we saw valleys and plateaus with preserved vegetation, many araucaria trees, waterfalls, typical architecture of the buildings and multicultural richness. In this route, the beautiful and winding roads offer a unique view, sometimes bordering agricultural plantations and orchards, sometimes cutting through forests. 
In the midst of these natural beauties, lies the property of Mr. Idacir Junior Zardo who, together with his wife Simone and his daughters Natália and Letícia, produce soy and corn, beef and dairy cattle, in addition to preserving his natural reserve, in a total area of ​​approximately 120 ha. Idacir revealed to us that despite the rugged topography, they achieve good productivity in soybean and corn crops, with productivity of 60 and 150 bags per hectare, respectively. However, due to working with dairy cattle, the family works all year round and does not have free periods or vacations. 
A year and a half ago, they purchased a Mahindra model 9200 tractor, which they use to pull the seeder and agricultural trailer, make silage and other activities on the property. Only the harvest is carried out by third parties, with all other services carried out by the family. Currently with 200 hours of work, he was satisfied with the tractor and highlighted the low fuel consumption.
Regarding the tractor tested on his property, he told us that, despite having different powers, there were improvements in the Mahindra model 6075 tractor in relation to the 9200. He showed us that the steering was softer and the brakes more efficient. He also told us that he found the tractor “lighter” compared to the other (probably due to the difference in size, 15 hp larger than the 6075). Overall, this tractor is an improvement over the other, and I would consider purchasing a new Mahindra tractor.

THE MAHINDRA GIANT

Mahindra is a company from India, with great expression worldwide and which manufactures tractors, trucks and passenger vehicles. At first, it was a steel trading company, which grew until it had 200.000 employees distributed across many countries around the world. 
It is currently the world leader in the manufacture of tractors, selling approximately 330 thousand units per year, with a portfolio of 31 models, as well as accessories and implements.
In Brazil, the company established itself in 2016, with a factory in the city of Dois Irmãos, in Vale do Sinos, in Rio Grande do Sul. Some time ago the company announced its expansion in the country, stating that it will open a new manufacturing unit, due to the space limitation in the current location, which prevents the intended increase. Although the location has not yet been announced, it has already been decided that a more modern factory will be built in the state of São Paulo, and that the current factory will be used as a central parts, engineering and training unit. Currently, Mahindra Brasil serves the entire Latin American market.
The company works with a particular attraction that is the five-year or 3.000-hour warranty for the engine, transmission, rear and hydraulic axle (products manufactured by Mahindra) and a two-year or 2.000-hour warranty for the front axle and the rest of the tractor.
All tractors sold in the country have a mechanical engine, with an in-line injection pump, except for the 4530 model (42 hp), which is equipped with a rotary pump.
Mahindra is also already testing its first harvester to be launched in Brazil, in a maximum of three years. This product is manufactured by a Mahindra group company and is in the validation phase.

RODAIR TRACTORS DEALERSHIP
The company Rodair Tratores, with a store in Tangará, SC, has been operating as a Mahindra dealer for four years, and for 27 years as an agricultural mechanic and resale of used tractors. It is a family business, where Mr. Odair Gaspar, together with his son Rene Gaspar, has been operating since the sale, but placing great value on the after-sales stage. Mr. Renan Gaspar, a partner in the company and also Mr. Odair's son, who works as Sales Manager, accompanied us in the test.
Rodair Tratores operates in 22 municipalities as a Mahindra dealer. Their operating principles are focused on the characteristics of the product they sell and support, which are the robustness of the product and fuel economy. He believes that the main quality of a tractor for the region is that it has great traction capacity and the possibility of adaptation, as farmers there do not like tractors to slip during operation. He believes that another mandatory point in a tractor is good gear shifting. Regarding the Mahindra tractor, in addition to the aforementioned features, he believes that the five-year extended warranty is an important differentiator.
As for the company's customer service, he states that he is very satisfied, as in 2018, 38 machines were sold out of a total of 87 since the beginning of the concession. He emphasizes that his greatest joy is seeing that his customers recommend the brand to other farmers.

FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
We consider the greatest virtues of this model to be simplicity and rusticity. However, in this panorama, we were able to find several positive points, such as the performance of the controls, the precision of engagement and ease of movement.
Although it is a basic model, these types of tractors are necessary for the niche market they serve. Accompanied by an attractive price, they are very useful for farmers who work on a small scale and produce low-profit crops.
We were positively impressed by the quality of the casting, with signs of a careful and excellent process. In equal measure, it showed us that it has good resistance and robustness.