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05-28-2010, 04:31 PM #1Bronze Member
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- 2010 Kubota L2800XtraPower
Help Me Decide
I am in the process of deciding which tractor I want to buy to replace my old one. I want a FEL along with either a brush cutter or finishing mower. My choices have been narrowed down to two manufacturers. Either a Kubota B2620HSD/B2920HSD or a Mahindra 2516HST/2816HST. The Mahindra's seem to be a sturdier built tractor along with a 5 year warranty, but I know the Kubota has a very good reputation. Any help would be appreciated.
I also looked at a LS model S3010 and was impressed with the build but don't know about the quality of it. Both the Mahindra & LS use a Mitsubishi engine.
Thanks,
Curt
1987 DeutzAllis 5220
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05-28-2010, 04:42 PM #2Super Member
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- JD2010, Kubota3450,2550, Mahindra 7520 w FEL w Skid Steer QC w/Tilt Tatch, & BH, BX1500
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JD2010, Kubota L3450/FEL w SK QC, L2550 w FEL
Mahindra 7520 [Pinky] /FEL w Skid Steer QC/w Tilt Tatch & BH, BX1500 [Mighty Mouse]
IH37 Baler, Hesston Haybine, JD Rake
Bushog, Flail,
SK Tilt Tatch
, KK tiller, Rhino rear blade, Post driver, post auger, chipper, pallet fork, Grapple/Loader Buddy, Homemade Splitter/DC Welder
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05-29-2010, 08:27 PM #3Elite Member
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- JD 4520, Toolcat 5610, Bobcat S300, Case-IH 125 Pro, Case-IH 245, IH 1086, IH 806
Re: Help Me Decide
I am totally confused. Did you have a mini stroke?
To the OP, I would go with Kubota hands down if the price and specs are similar. I will put my flame suit on first. Lots of people like Mahindra on TBN but in my area, the resale of a kubota is much better than a Mahindra. Kubota also has more dealers, better name recognition, and builds a very good tractor. Only 2 mahindra dealers in my state. Mahindra dealers have a tendency to come and go. Other than on a dealers lot, I have never seen a Mahindra in actual use. Your area may be different.
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05-29-2010, 08:38 PM #4Super Member
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- JD2010, Kubota3450,2550, Mahindra 7520 w FEL w Skid Steer QC w/Tilt Tatch, & BH, BX1500
Re: Help Me Decide
This side of 40
JD2010, Kubota L3450/FEL w SK QC, L2550 w FEL
Mahindra 7520 [Pinky] /FEL w Skid Steer QC/w Tilt Tatch & BH, BX1500 [Mighty Mouse]
IH37 Baler, Hesston Haybine, JD Rake
Bushog, Flail,
SK Tilt Tatch
, KK tiller, Rhino rear blade, Post driver, post auger, chipper, pallet fork, Grapple/Loader Buddy, Homemade Splitter/DC Welder
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05-29-2010, 10:05 PM #5Super Star Member
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- Missouri
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- Kubota BX2200, BX2660. L5740 HSTC. M8540 HDC, some others
Re: Help Me Decide
I would have to agree with the other poster unless things are much different in your area. We now have no Mahindra dealers in our area, but I am sure someone will try again.
I can't honestly say Kubota is a better tractor, but in the long run I would buy one now due to dealer support, resale value and such.
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05-29-2010, 10:24 PM #6
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05-30-2010, 10:54 AM #7Bronze Member
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- 2010 Kubota L2800XtraPower
Re: Help Me Decide
Thanks for the replies, after reviewing the specs on both I don't see a lot of difference other than the larger displacement engine on the Mahindra and slightly higher lift capacities. Both dealers are reputable but if Kubota comes back with the 0% financing in June, I will probably go with the B2620HST/FEL.
The Mahindra was priced about $1300 lower than the Kubota but if financed the rate was 4.99% so the Kubota would be cheaper in the end. If I pay cash the Mahindra is the better deal. As this is the last tractor I will buy (I'm getting old!) the resale value doesn't apply. I hope to make a decision next week, I'll keep you posted on what I purchase.
Curt
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05-30-2010, 11:00 AM #8Super Member
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Re: Help Me Decide
Bob
NH - TC-29 , FEL, Bush hog, Bush hog brand finishing mower, Post hole digger, 6' Back blade, sub-soiler, Pallet forks, 20KW PTO Generator , 21 hp Murray Mower
JD -3020 with FEL and a 16 HP. K-Grow Lawn Tractor (bought from K Mart 1994) and runs great !
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05-30-2010, 11:28 AM #9
Re: Help Me Decide
Both are excellent tractor makes...I agree with going with one who has a good local dealer...Good luck.
Don
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05-30-2010, 12:11 PM #10
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