Ben Van Roekle's Final ROXOR Review

Successful Farming
Successful FarmingMay 15, 2026

Why It Matters

Addressing these ergonomic gaps can boost driver productivity and broaden ROXOR’s appeal to commercial fleets, directly impacting sales and market positioning.

Key Takeaways

  • Add fold‑down armrests to improve driver comfort and ergonomics
  • Install illuminated key and selector lights for night‑time visibility
  • Relocate door latch away from armpit to ease opening
  • Retain outward‑swinging doors but simplify removal mechanism for maintenance
  • Add illuminated range indicator on gear knob for clarity

Summary

Ben Van Roekle wraps up his final review of the ROXOR cab, zeroing in on practical ergonomics and user‑friendly design tweaks rather than flashy luxury. He walks through the cockpit, noting what works and where the vehicle falls short for daily operators.

His primary suggestions include fold‑down armrests, better cab illumination—especially back‑lit selectors and a lit key slot—and a more conveniently placed door latch. He praises the outward‑swinging doors for safety but points out the awkward latch position and the cumbersome window‑rolling mechanism. An illuminated range indicator on the gear knob also tops his wish list.

Van Roekle emphasizes the tactile experience, saying, “the latch is like in my armpit, you have to chicken‑wing to open it,” and concludes, “I wouldn’t necessarily call it luxury, but I would call it rugged and comfortable.” These candid remarks underline the balance between durability and driver comfort.

If ROXOR incorporates these modest upgrades, the cab could attract a broader professional audience, reduce driver fatigue, and differentiate itself in a competitive off‑road market where usability often trumps aesthetics.

Original Description

This video is part of a collaborative project between Successful Farming and farmer creator Ben Van Roekel. The footage is shared with permission and published in tandem across platforms as part of an independent, hands-on farm equipment evaluation.
In this episode, Successful Farming teams up with farmer Ben Van Roekel to deliver an in-depth, real-world review of the Mahindra Roxor on a working southern Iowa farm. After logging hundreds of miles, Ben puts the Roxor through the kinds of jobs farmers and ranchers actually face: hauling hay, towing heavy loads, checking crops, and navigating rough terrain.
See more of Ben's feedback and insights from the other three evaluators in the April issue of Successful Farming magazine.
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