My understanding is that Foton does not manufacture the components of thier tractors, they buy them from smaller companies. I was told this company also buys the same parts from those companies and assembles the tractors. The big difference is that LOLOL FOTON is a huge concern and I suspect Luzhong is a much smaller factory. Fotons are built on modern assembly lines, I suspect that Luzhong is more "hand built". However if you are thinking of a chinese tractor, and have found one in stock at a good price, you better buy it. prices are rising rapidly on all Chinese exports. A Foton 404 for 8400 may soon be cheaper than it can be imported for. Of course support is critical to a successful ownership experience with these tractors so it is good to know who you buy from. Foton, Jinma, and DongFeng have all announced plans and in the case of DF already established USA offices and parts support warehouses for their N. American distributors. In addition, there are good parts supplies for these tractors already distriubted among various importers and distributors.