Getting Kubota TLB L46. Need some help

[addisu]

Is there any attachment or bucket size I should get like a Must HAVE? How about the tire should i get it foam filled? Please Help

 

[LarryD]

What do you want to do with the bucket? If you're just going to dig trenches for pipe, 12" should be fine. If you're digging foundations for custom homes, bigger is better.

Do you think flats are going to be an issue? I believe foam is expensive compared to other tire fill proceedures. Are you just looking for weight?

You'll find people here far more willing to spend your money if you give us an idea of your intended uses.

 

[Trigger]

I have a Kubota B21. I use a 16" bucket, honestly I have never wished for a smaller one, even for trenching, but thats just me. I always felt that a smaller one is harder to "clear" at least in my soil (mostly clay). I have my rear tires loaded even with backhoe on (methanol). As mentioned above if tire punctures are your worry, foam is the solution, however just for weight other things (rim guard, methanol, calcium etc) are fine. My experience has been good with the methanol, I do notice and appreciate the added weight.


I am not familiar with the size of an L46 i assume its grey market or you mean L48? If its an L48 I would get a 16 or 18" bucket maybe 24 if you need to move alot of dirt.

 

[bravo5]

Addisu,

How do you like the L45. I was at the dealer yesterday and Im torn between the 45 and 59.

My concern is the 45 wont pull out stumps, even though that will not be is primary purpose.

I have a woodstove and im going to be doing some tree cutting, log moving, stump pulling and plowing.

Whats your recommendation??

Thanks

 

[gwdixon]

Addisu,

How do you like the L45. I was at the dealer yesterday and Im torn between the 45 and 59.

My concern is the 45 wont pull out stumps, even though that will not be is primary purpose.

I have a woodstove and im going to be doing some tree cutting, log moving, stump pulling and plowing.

Whats your recommendation??

Thanks

M59 all the way - with a thumb if you can manage the extra cost.

I have an L48 and it is on the edge of usefulness for the jobs you are doing.

 

[jdonovan]

Addisu,

How do you like the L45. I was at the dealer yesterday and Im torn between the 45 and 59.

My concern is the 45 wont pull out stumps, even though that will not be is primary purpose.

I have a woodstove and im going to be doing some tree cutting, log moving, stump pulling and plowing.

Whats your recommendation??

M59, no question.

If you even think the l45 is a bit light for the task, it probably is.

 

[Tailrotor]

jdonovan, Hi

I have a L45 and love it!! It is just the right size for most of the jobs I do. And it is still very easy to transport around. If you are not in the need of a full size back hoe. I think the L45 would suit you well.

The M59 is just about the size of a full size tractor you just have to look at your needs . But let me say this the L45 will dig stumps with no problems. You are not going to rip them up 1,2,3 but you won't do that with a full size hoe either. Time and practice. Here are a few pic's of mine in action!!

 

[Stonehaller]

I have an L39 (predecessor to the L45) with 12 and 24 inch buckets. I have dug numerous stumps and I think the L39 handled it just fine. Obviously an L59 would be faster, but the L39 got the job done. The narrow, 12" bucket helps with breaking roots. I also have a mechanical thumb which is very handy.

One of the issues I had with the L48 or L59 was the physical size. I have trouble enough maneuvering the L39 through the narrow trails in my woods. It is also much easier to transport with a 3/4 ton pickup.

I have the rears loaded with Rim Guard which helps when using the tractor with 3 point attachments.

 

[bravo5]

ok. Thanks for the updates guy!! Anymore info would be great!! on opinions of one over the other

 

[jdonovan]

jdonovan, Hi
The M59 is just about the size of a full size tractor you just have to look at your needs . But let me say this the L45 will dig stumps with no problems. You are not going to rip them up 1,2,3 but you won't do that with a full size hoe either. Time and practice. Here are a few pic's of mine in action!!

I've got fairly big needs and thats why I'm adding the 59 to my stable. The fly in my ointment was the inability to secure equipment at the new property, so I have to be able to haul it home at the end of the weekend with a non-cdl truck/trailer. That meant the M59 was about as big as I could go.

I really would have preferred a 10-15T class excavator, and a skip-loader or tracked skid steer, but with only one operator the multi-machine plan was less interesting. Also the need to haul them really put the multi-machine plan down.