Over the past few years I have read a number of people’s accounts on their experiences with their Chinese manufactured tractors. I have just clocked over 400 hours of use on my Enfly DQ554 55HP tractor and thought someone may be interested to hear my thoughts after an extended period of various applications (eg. Heavy slashing, 4 in 1 bucket work, and post hole digging. A few years ago we purchased a rundown ex dairy farm to provide our lifestyle change. At this time we were acutely aware that we needed a small powerful and maneuverable tractor to clean up acres of heavy matted kikuyu grass and also to pull down old fencing and yards. As our undertaking is a lifestyle only we could not justify the cost of an agricultural level tractor and didn’t want the hassles and limitations of an older tractor with hours on the clock and minimal functions. This tractor has been subjected to heavy work loads and is impressive in it’s capabilities and reliability, never failing to start at the first key turn. The original battery is still going strong. Being a typical old dairy farm our place had old fencing with heavy matted kikuyu growing through it. The versatility of a 4 in 1 bucket was brilliant in removing this. I must admit that when pulling up old fence lines and yards the bucket was subjected to strains for which it was probably not designed. However in both instance we achieved a lot with this tractor. The bucket is understandably a little bent (large strainer posts) and a new clutch disc was fitted in the slasher with relative ease. I have been putting in a gravel road to new cattle yards and the bucket once again is proving great both for extracting the gravel out of the pit and transferring it to the site. Servicing is fairly straight forward when you know what is required, however I feel that a good basic manual in an easily understood format would make matters much easier. That having been said my experience with AgKing (the dealer) has been good and they are very helpful with any queries. My tractor is now out of warranty and I have been given the impression that product back up will not be a problem. This was something I was a little apprehensive about when deciding to purchase a Chinese tractor. Initial concerns were that gauges, lights and hydraulic hoses might cause some problems on a bargain priced machine. I have had to replace one hydraulic hose after knocking it on a post. Apart from that accident I have had no hydraulic leaks, however some hoses are starting to crack externally (time will tell). Every single light and gauge is still working well years down the track. Recently I have noticed minor oil seepage starting to become evident around axle and transmission joins however this might mean I need to tension up some nut and bolts. I will talk to AgKing in this regard. I obtained a slasher, post hole digger and poly pipe ripper along with the tractor and these implements appear to be solidly made and have given me hassle free service ( the slasher has had a hard life with the heavy grass). In a nutshell I am extremely pleased with my purchase and believe ENFLY tractors offer great value for money. Shuttle shift, diff lock, high/low range 4WD and power steering make this tractor extremely usable. Service components are affordable and I don’t feel parts will be difficult to obtain further down the track. My experience with AgKing has been positive. It is my feeling that they will be around and providing reputable customer service and back up for a long time.