kco
Veteran Member
I imagine you already found the Bobcat competitor comparison page for the CT235 here:
Build and Quote - Select Base Model - Bobcat.com
Although it compares the CT235 with the L3400 I found the Bobcat comparison charts useful when I was buying my DK35 (ie. Bobcat CT335, which compares with the Kubota L35xx line). I went with Kioti over an L3540 because I got a good deal with the "free loader" event they occasionally run, and because I was also dealing on a demo CT335 with 10 hrs.
I think the CT235 line falls somewhere between the Kubota L3x00 and L34xx lines.
If you are getting a loader, Quick Attach is a great feature. I'm not sure if the CT235 has Quick Attach. It is an option on both the Kubota lines.
I think they are all good tractors with Kubota having a clear edge on dealer network, brand recognition, and ease of resale. That said, I personally know my Kioti dealer and that cancelled (for me) Kubota's advantage in that area. Also, my tractor will outlive me so resale was not a big consideration.
Good luck in your search.
Build and Quote - Select Base Model - Bobcat.com
Although it compares the CT235 with the L3400 I found the Bobcat comparison charts useful when I was buying my DK35 (ie. Bobcat CT335, which compares with the Kubota L35xx line). I went with Kioti over an L3540 because I got a good deal with the "free loader" event they occasionally run, and because I was also dealing on a demo CT335 with 10 hrs.
I think the CT235 line falls somewhere between the Kubota L3x00 and L34xx lines.
If you are getting a loader, Quick Attach is a great feature. I'm not sure if the CT235 has Quick Attach. It is an option on both the Kubota lines.
I think they are all good tractors with Kubota having a clear edge on dealer network, brand recognition, and ease of resale. That said, I personally know my Kioti dealer and that cancelled (for me) Kubota's advantage in that area. Also, my tractor will outlive me so resale was not a big consideration.
Good luck in your search.