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Read articles โThis is a commercial snow-removal operator comparing his oldest and newest Kubota M5-111 snowblower rigs, not a dealer walkaround. He details real fleet upgrades: LED light cube sizes, brush guards, front suitcase weights, a 400 PSI hydraulic accumulator, cab shifter mods, and 24-speed manual vs auto-clutch use, plus hours (1,700 vs ~60) and reliability notes. Best for commercial buyers configuring an M5-111 for plowing, not general shoppers wanting specs or a first drive.
Posted by an owner-operator of a snow removal business (Matt Morehouse) sharing hands-on fleet setup experience rather than a dealer or reviewer's perspective.
Yes, the owner says if you don't have the weights you won't be able to do the job, calling them basically non-negotiable for an M5-111 snow tractor.
He added a 400 PSI hydraulic accumulator to the rear and says it drastically changes how comfortable and controllable the tractor is while plowing.
The older M5-111 has about 1,700 hours over three years with no major issues, aside from an EGR problem common to tractors with DEF emissions systems.
No, the owner says operators don't use the auto-clutch or splitter and simply run the tractor in high gear like a six-speed manual.
