ziggy88
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Plan to purchase a compact tractor for 8 acres of gently rolling pasture. Will need to brush hog about 5 acres, till 1/2 garden, 300' gravel driveway to maintain, couple cows to feed and other random projects. Please give your best unbiased advice. I'm trying to decide which tractor to choose. I have a Massey Ferguson dealer literally 5 minutes from my doorstep. This particular Massey dealership has been family owned and operated for 4 generations. Have 1 well established Kubota dealer within 30 minutes and have nothing but positive vibes(been in business over 30 years) after visiting the dealership. So based on the close proximity of the 2 dealerships and dealer support I would like to stick with Kubota or Massey. Initially had my mind set on Kubota based on the positive feedback on this and other forums. I must admit to having a soft spot for Kubota as I grew up on my fathers old b series. But, in good conscience I had to pay the Massey dealer a visit and look at the 1600 series (1635 to be exact). I chose the 1635 mainly because the price quote was within $500 dollars of my first choice the Kubota L3800. The Massey looks significantly larger, more robust, sounds quieter, less vibration, smoother to drive, better FEL specs for nearly the same money. If I move up to the Kubota L3540 the price increase is very significant and will not get final approval from the wife. It seems you get more tractor for the money with the Massey. However, can I expect the same rock solid reliability as Kubota. My gut tells me Kubota is a very safe choice, but I walked away far more impressed with the Massey 1635 in every respect. This tractor will need to last MANY years. Please point me in the right direction. Here are the price quotes;
Kubota L3800- FEL, toothbar, skid steer bucket, loaded rear R4's, Landpride 5' rotary cutter $22825
Massey 1635 - FEL, toothbar, QA Skid steer HD bucket, Loaded R4's, 5' Howse rotary cutter $23235
Your help is greatly appreciated !
Kubota L3800- FEL, toothbar, skid steer bucket, loaded rear R4's, Landpride 5' rotary cutter $22825
Massey 1635 - FEL, toothbar, QA Skid steer HD bucket, Loaded R4's, 5' Howse rotary cutter $23235
Your help is greatly appreciated !