Looked at that very tractor when I bought my L2501. Exclusively for the increase in fel capacity. To answer your question though requires a little more information. The MX5400 is bigger, heavier, uses more fuel etc. I like my 2501 because I can get in places, like my horse stalls, that the 5400 wouldn’t. Easier to store in my barn and is easier on my pasture turf and does less rutting. It also sips diesel. The L3901 is vey close to my 2501 At last in size and weight. The MX5400 is a great tractor and if the cab is your thing you are right, the standard L doesn’t offer one. Other options are the Grand L’s. They can do the cab, can get a mid PTO for snow blower if needed and you can get a size and hp to fit your need. Just some initial thoughts. Good luck.
I upgraded from a BX25D to an MX which is a bigger jump than you're facing. Do you need the extra power and capabilities of the MX enough to warrant the extra cost? I've bought things that I want more than need with no regrets, for the most part, so I completely understand if the desire to upgrade outweighs the need.
I’m the same way. I prefer open station also, except for snow plowing. Sometime I plan on getting a soft cab to go over my canopy for winter snow plowing. For rotary cutter mowing, the dust really doesn’t get too bad because the cutter is pretty far behind me and I also try to mow within a few days of rain. At my high elevation it doesn’t get too hot here in the summer. I enjoy the open air and good visibility of an open station, but wouldn’t be without my shade canopy.
I would like tilt steering, but work around that by just adjusting the seat.
