upgw
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- Joined
- Oct 19, 2001
- Messages
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- Location
- SE PA
- Tractor
- 2001 Kubota BX2200, 2011 Hustler Super Z 31 Kawi
I think I've got it narrowed down to either the Kubota L3130 or the JD 4130. Normally, the L3010 is compared to that JD model, but the L3130 replaces it. Each has the heavy duty bucket (JD430 or LA723), quick hitch, HST, R4 tires, rear weights.
JD has some rebates, which puts the price at $19,000 at local dealer, while the L3130 quote is $18,500.
Any insight on how these actually compare? Just on the basis of weight, I'd say the old L3010 was about the same size machine as the 4130, about 2600 pounds each. However, the new L3130 is 3260 pounds, which seems to imply that it is a much bigger machine now, yet still cheaper. The JD 4310 was the TBN 2000 Tractor of the Year though...and clearly a nice piece of hardware.
Any comments appreciated. Guess I should post to the JD group as well...
- Patrick
JD has some rebates, which puts the price at $19,000 at local dealer, while the L3130 quote is $18,500.
Any insight on how these actually compare? Just on the basis of weight, I'd say the old L3010 was about the same size machine as the 4130, about 2600 pounds each. However, the new L3130 is 3260 pounds, which seems to imply that it is a much bigger machine now, yet still cheaper. The JD 4310 was the TBN 2000 Tractor of the Year though...and clearly a nice piece of hardware.
Any comments appreciated. Guess I should post to the JD group as well...
- Patrick