Depends on what you are doing... What do you plan to do? And how much, ie mowing 10 acres or cleaning barns, or?
Biggest suggestion is to:
1 - List out the things you will be using the tractor for(include how much, ie mowing 5 acres, mowing 10 acres)
2 - Size the tractor from there
3 - Drive them all. Demo them if the dealers will let you.
I was upgrading my first tractor, a 19hp Kubota. Although the tractor had worked well, it was underpowered for the mowing chores I have. And, it was sluggish on my hills(that is why the latest "B" series have 27, 30, 32HP...). We also wanted more capacity in the FEL.
I was looking at L3410's; my wife uses one frequently at work, and it would have fit the bill for our needs.
We wound up with a New Holland TC40... Kinda big for our needs. But, it will do all the mowing we need. The loader is larger and can lift more volume and weight. The tractor is real comfortable to drive. The deal was great. Got it used from a local dealer who provides great service and support. And, it was available on the used market.
Two things you will find mentioned on TBN all the time
- Drive them all
- Good dealer can be more important than the brand of tractor
I am in the market for a new tractor and am wondering if anybody has any suggestion or pros or cons. I have got it narrowed down to a Kubota L3400 a Bobcat or a John Deer. I really am leaning towards the Kubota but am looking for somew advice.
Thank You Jake