M7040 Variations? Getting ready to buy!

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Besides the hydraulic shuttle or sync shuttle, 4x4 or 2x4, ag or industrial tires, cab or no cab, is there anything else to watch for as far as a "cheaper" version of this tractor? Had a dealer say something about a S series that can have the good features but miss things like arm rests on seat ect. Seems like they were full of BS but I need to know ASAP.

I am considering pulling the trigger (so to speak) tomorrow on my first Kubota which will be a M7040 with a 1153 loader, 4x4, hydraluic shuttle, ag tires, no cab, regular wheels filled with antifreeze.

Anything else I should look for?
 
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There is an M7040SUD that has these less expensive features in the mechanical shuttle version.
 
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Thanks for the quick reply.
As I am searching for this info online I seen a bunch listed on tractorhouse..
HD, DT, HD-F,..... and now SUD
Any help with all of these?
 
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The M7040 and M7040 SU are two completely different models -- although somewhat similar.

Look here for the M lineup: Kubota Tractor Corporation - M Series - Utility/Ag Tractors and Specialty/Ag Tractors

The M7040 SU is listed under "special utility" Kubota Tractor Corporation - Tractors | M Series | M5640SU/M7040SU

The M7040 is listed under "deluxe utility" Kubota Tractor Corporation - Tractors | M Series | M40 Series M5040/M6040/M7040/M8540/M9540

You should take a look at the specs on the links I gave you to make sure you are getting what you want. Among other things, the transmission is a big downgrade (in my opinion) in the "SU" series.
 
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Thanks for the quick reply.
As I am searching for this info online I seen a bunch listed on tractorhouse..
HD, DT, HD-F,..... and now SUD
Any help with all of these?

Go here: Kubota Tractor Corporation - Prior Product - MSeries and click on the "Glossary" button...


HD is Hydraulic shuttle 4wd (no applicable in SUD)
DT is 4wd
Looks like HD-F is Hydraulic Shuttle 2wd

This glossary is probably somewhat outdated...

SU / SUD are the special utility and special utility "deluxe?" version.

An M7040HD is an M7040 with hydraulic shuttle. M7040HDC is same with cab. Both 4wd.
 
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Thanks for the help again. And thanks for the links. Good info.
 
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DT stands for dual traction?? Does that mean it has a diff lock?
 
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I am going to drive you guys nuts....
I also noticed there are some with a turbo and some without?
I stopped by one local dealer and he said his 6040s and 7040s have a turbo. The brochure he gave me says no. I guess some do and some dont?
 
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DT stands for dual traction?? Does that mean it has a diff lock?

No, it is Kubota's fancy way of saying 4wd (MFWD).

I believe the M7040 has a limited slip on their front diff. The rear diff (on most/all) have locks.

I just spent a TON of time researching the whole M50/60/70/85/95 line over the past 6 months... in case you are wondering.
 
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Yeah I can tell.
Thanks for sharing that knowledge.
Im getting there but now yet. I just want to know exactly what I am getting for my money, so it helps to be knowledgeable.
 
 
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