I’m starting to evaluate general ownership cost of the tractors I am interested in (JD 4510, 4610, Kubota l3830, l4330, NH tc35, tc40). While talking with salesmen I have asked them to estimate the cost of some general parts replacement and maintenance chores. I have asked about things like shop rates, 50 hour service costs, pump replacement, and transmission repair. Surprisingly, the cost for these types of activities has been very similar from one dealer to the next (including JD, Kubota and NH).
I didn’t expect that at all.
From your experience does this seem normal? Would you expect that basic maintenance and repair cost would be close for the tree major brands? Does one brand have drastically more expensive parts or rates?
Thanks for any information you can add.
Colin--
I didn’t expect that at all.
From your experience does this seem normal? Would you expect that basic maintenance and repair cost would be close for the tree major brands? Does one brand have drastically more expensive parts or rates?
Thanks for any information you can add.
Colin--