jahman4
New member
Hello! I'm new to the site and to tractors in general. My wife and I own 18 acres and are on the hunt for a tractor. About 10 of the acres are wooded and the other 8 are more or less 'cleared'. My primary immediate concerns are cutting brush, moving cut wood, hauling manure and digging fence posts. I'm fully aware other needs will arise soon.
I was just about sold on a new Kubota L3800 w/ 38hp, 66" bucket, HST and 4WD. While shopping around, I came across a 1 year old New Holland T1530 w/ 45 HP, 66" bucket HST, 4wd (and tires are filled). They're within about $500 of each other. If I buy new, I'll probably finance (0%). If I buy used, I'll probably do cash.
Any input on this? I've seen tons of posts on Kubota reliability and general awesomeness. I have found very little about New Holland, especially this model of tractor. I understand it's their answer to the economy options from other makers. Anyone with experience on either tractor?
Other small factors - the HST whine on the Kubota is louder than the NH. Kubota dealer is 30 minutes away, NH 45. Kubota feels a bit more 'sales-y', NH more parts and service. Also - NH dealer does NOT own the tractor but is listing it for a customer that is planning to upgrade.
Any suggestions?
I was just about sold on a new Kubota L3800 w/ 38hp, 66" bucket, HST and 4WD. While shopping around, I came across a 1 year old New Holland T1530 w/ 45 HP, 66" bucket HST, 4wd (and tires are filled). They're within about $500 of each other. If I buy new, I'll probably finance (0%). If I buy used, I'll probably do cash.
Any input on this? I've seen tons of posts on Kubota reliability and general awesomeness. I have found very little about New Holland, especially this model of tractor. I understand it's their answer to the economy options from other makers. Anyone with experience on either tractor?
Other small factors - the HST whine on the Kubota is louder than the NH. Kubota dealer is 30 minutes away, NH 45. Kubota feels a bit more 'sales-y', NH more parts and service. Also - NH dealer does NOT own the tractor but is listing it for a customer that is planning to upgrade.
Any suggestions?