I am an experienced tractor operator and I use my machines to mow 3/1 slope which I mow on the sidehill and not up and down. This is a capped landfill with distinct tiers and berms so mowing up and down is simply not practical. I've been performing this job for 4 years now and not had an incident. I use a 2002 Kubota L4310 and a 2013 Kubota B2920 for mowing. Both tractors are running flail mowers (6' and 4', respectively) behind them. Both have loaded rear tires; the B-series has 2" wheel spacers on the rear.
After a few years of breathing in dust, pollen, and grass clippings I'm thinking I'd like to get a cab tractor. Specifically, a Kubota Grand L 60 series machine. The idea of filtered, cooled air is very appealing.
My question is regarding the stability difference of a tractor with a cab. I believe the old L4310 has the same size tires as the L60 series. However, I'm assuming the added weight and height of the cab would make the tractor more top-heavy and less stable on a side hill? How much of a difference would there be?
Thanks in advance.
After a few years of breathing in dust, pollen, and grass clippings I'm thinking I'd like to get a cab tractor. Specifically, a Kubota Grand L 60 series machine. The idea of filtered, cooled air is very appealing.
My question is regarding the stability difference of a tractor with a cab. I believe the old L4310 has the same size tires as the L60 series. However, I'm assuming the added weight and height of the cab would make the tractor more top-heavy and less stable on a side hill? How much of a difference would there be?
Thanks in advance.