DFisher63
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I know the comparisons get done to death, so please bear with me. Upon pricing, I have been shocked to find the JDs are less expensive. With that said, I can buy a JD 3038E for $1300 LESS than a Kubota L3200. I have seen the comparisons between 3032 and L3200, and 3038 and L3800, but in this case I am comparing different animals. I own 23 acres, but only 5 are cleared, mostly flat, and 3 will be cut with a rotary cutter. I will use a box scrape to tend a 200' drive, and one day a rotary tiller for gardening and deer plots. I'll use the loader for a variety of things, including moving mulch, gravel, etc. Most comparisons show the Kubota to be the better-built tractor. Bottom line is this: Would you pay more for the Kubota to get less horsepower?
Comparison stuff that matter to me (some merely my opinion):
JD has higher HP
JD has better HST pedal setup
JD has steering rods behind the axle (protected)
JD has better warranty (3 yrs vs. 2)
JD is $1300 cheaper (JD $18,500 vs Kubota $19,800) Big surprise for me!
Kubota has better hood design for easier maintenance
Kubota has quick disconnect loader
Kubota has concealed hydraulic lines to bucket (protected)
Kubota has 3 speed ranges instead of 2
Kubota has bigger fuel tank
Kubota has a drawbar standard
Kubota has cast iron rear end
Kubota is 450 lbs heavier
Which has the best resale is questionable to me. Dealers are both about 45 minutes away, and both seem very easy to work with. Neither are totally American made. Financing is same, except JD offers $1000 back if 2 implements bought, which if used (and I will), makes the JD $2300 cheaper. Your thoughts?
Comparison stuff that matter to me (some merely my opinion):
JD has higher HP
JD has better HST pedal setup
JD has steering rods behind the axle (protected)
JD has better warranty (3 yrs vs. 2)
JD is $1300 cheaper (JD $18,500 vs Kubota $19,800) Big surprise for me!
Kubota has better hood design for easier maintenance
Kubota has quick disconnect loader
Kubota has concealed hydraulic lines to bucket (protected)
Kubota has 3 speed ranges instead of 2
Kubota has bigger fuel tank
Kubota has a drawbar standard
Kubota has cast iron rear end
Kubota is 450 lbs heavier
Which has the best resale is questionable to me. Dealers are both about 45 minutes away, and both seem very easy to work with. Neither are totally American made. Financing is same, except JD offers $1000 back if 2 implements bought, which if used (and I will), makes the JD $2300 cheaper. Your thoughts?