Kubota BX25 Reviews
Kubota BX25 (with Backhoe and Front End Loader)
Model Year: 0
So far this little tractor has proven to be absolutely dependable and is much more capable than I had hoped. I have added a steel edge to the front loader that has sharp teeth and they enable the tractor to break up hard ground so as to load it. I also have a pair of removable forks that attach to the loader that let me move brush piles easily. The backhoe took me some learning to operate and surely beats using a shovel. I use it for drain line repair and for planting orchard trees. I bought it new and have done my own maintenance.
Pros: Dependable, strong and easy to drive.
Cons: A little more expensive than some others, but worth it.
Model Year: 0
So far this little tractor has proven to be absolutely dependable and is much more capable than I had hoped. I have added a steel edge to the front loader that has sharp teeth and they enable the tractor to break up hard ground so as to load it. I also have a pair of removable forks that attach to the loader that let me move brush piles easily. The backhoe took me some learning to operate and surely beats using a shovel. I use it for drain line repair and for planting orchard trees. I bought it new and have done my own maintenance.
Pros: Dependable, strong and easy to drive.
Cons: A little more expensive than some others, but worth it.
Kubota BX25
Model Year: 2010
I love the tractor and use it for everything, I have a front loader, backhoe, mowing deck and snow blower for attachments and it has performed beyond my expectations. However I have two complaints about the design. First, some of the attachments are difficult to take on and off, like the snow blower that requires you to get one hand in a very narrow, tight spot and pull back a slip nut while pushing on a 12 spline drive shaft. It really takes two people with one person pushing the drive shaft. Secondly, there is an elbow at the bottom of the fuel tank attaching the fuel line and the tank and since it is of a narrow bore and at the bottom of the tank it is easily clogged. The bad design is that the rear of the tractor has to be mostly disassembled to access the tank with a $500.00 labor charge.
Pros: Very sturdy tractor with heavy duty attachment that are made to last.
Cons: Some design problems with attachments and fuel line.
Model Year: 2010
I love the tractor and use it for everything, I have a front loader, backhoe, mowing deck and snow blower for attachments and it has performed beyond my expectations. However I have two complaints about the design. First, some of the attachments are difficult to take on and off, like the snow blower that requires you to get one hand in a very narrow, tight spot and pull back a slip nut while pushing on a 12 spline drive shaft. It really takes two people with one person pushing the drive shaft. Secondly, there is an elbow at the bottom of the fuel tank attaching the fuel line and the tank and since it is of a narrow bore and at the bottom of the tank it is easily clogged. The bad design is that the rear of the tractor has to be mostly disassembled to access the tank with a $500.00 labor charge.
Pros: Very sturdy tractor with heavy duty attachment that are made to last.
Cons: Some design problems with attachments and fuel line.
Little Beast
Model Year: 2011
This machine is the best tool I have ever purchased. I have built roads, built a block wall, which I would still be working on, if I didn't have this machine. I live on a steep hill and using a wheel barrow is not recommended or smart. I also have moved furniture etc. to my lower level. This tractor has unlimited uses. I call it my hill carver as I have literally carved my lot moving tons of rock and clay. I could go on and on.
Pros: Great in tight places, dependable, strong etc.
Cons: None.
Model Year: 2011
This machine is the best tool I have ever purchased. I have built roads, built a block wall, which I would still be working on, if I didn't have this machine. I live on a steep hill and using a wheel barrow is not recommended or smart. I also have moved furniture etc. to my lower level. This tractor has unlimited uses. I call it my hill carver as I have literally carved my lot moving tons of rock and clay. I could go on and on.
Pros: Great in tight places, dependable, strong etc.
Cons: None.
Love My Kubotas
Model Year: 2009
I have this BX25, BX2200, and recently bought and older L3650 with 1600 hours. I love them all and get lots of hours out of them spread over the three of them.
Pros: Great starting, no problem getting parts, and they are very reliable.
Cons: Parts in some cases are very expensive such as a front end loader cable 300 dollars with taxes and shipping etc.
Model Year: 2009
I have this BX25, BX2200, and recently bought and older L3650 with 1600 hours. I love them all and get lots of hours out of them spread over the three of them.
Pros: Great starting, no problem getting parts, and they are very reliable.
Cons: Parts in some cases are very expensive such as a front end loader cable 300 dollars with taxes and shipping etc.
Great Machine
Model Year: 2010
Great machine have owned it a little over 3 years, bought it new at a local dealer here in town. I own 3 acres mostly hilly I use it all the time, mowing, loader and backhoe work. It's a very strong machine for its size, and love the sure traction 4WD. I would recommend it for small land owners.
Pros: Very strong for its size, easy to operate.
Cons: A little "unstable"with front end loader, and backhoe on hillsides, easy to tip over if not careful.
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Model Year: 2010
Great machine have owned it a little over 3 years, bought it new at a local dealer here in town. I own 3 acres mostly hilly I use it all the time, mowing, loader and backhoe work. It's a very strong machine for its size, and love the sure traction 4WD. I would recommend it for small land owners.
Pros: Very strong for its size, easy to operate.
Cons: A little "unstable"with front end loader, and backhoe on hillsides, easy to tip over if not careful.
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So Far So Good
Model Year: 2013
Just got this new tractor a few days ago. I have already built a road, removed a few stumps and I am very happy at this point. The work it has saved me so far is priceless. I will come back here after I learn how to run it better and update my review.
Pros: Many.
Cons: Seat can be a bit fussy turning it.
Model Year: 2013
Just got this new tractor a few days ago. I have already built a road, removed a few stumps and I am very happy at this point. The work it has saved me so far is priceless. I will come back here after I learn how to run it better and update my review.
Pros: Many.
Cons: Seat can be a bit fussy turning it.
Adkins Acres
Model Year: 2011
I moved from Chicago to the western suburbs and went from a city lot to 2.65 acres. After some research and many debates with my wife I finally bought a Kubota BX25 with a FEL, backhoe 12", and a 60" belly mower. In two years it has been the best purchase I have made handling every task I've put it through.
Pros: Does everything I need it to do.
Cons: None so far.
Model Year: 2011
I moved from Chicago to the western suburbs and went from a city lot to 2.65 acres. After some research and many debates with my wife I finally bought a Kubota BX25 with a FEL, backhoe 12", and a 60" belly mower. In two years it has been the best purchase I have made handling every task I've put it through.
Pros: Does everything I need it to do.
Cons: None so far.
Kubota BX25
Model Year: 2011
For its size, I grew up on a grain farm, it is amazing. We use it to remove tree stumps, move boulders, probably 4 feet in diameter, clear snow, etc. Wish we had purchased it a few years earlier. Only failure has been one hydraulic hose. Would definitely recommend for someone landscaping a small acreage.
Pros: Strength, reliability, just generally fun to operate.
Cons: Turning seat around for backhoe can be hernia inducing.
Model Year: 2011
For its size, I grew up on a grain farm, it is amazing. We use it to remove tree stumps, move boulders, probably 4 feet in diameter, clear snow, etc. Wish we had purchased it a few years earlier. Only failure has been one hydraulic hose. Would definitely recommend for someone landscaping a small acreage.
Pros: Strength, reliability, just generally fun to operate.
Cons: Turning seat around for backhoe can be hernia inducing.
BX 25 w/Loader and Backhoe
Model Year: 2013
Just bought a new BX 25 and love it. Made tree planting and stump removal a breeze. As a novice I found the controls intuitive and easy to use. Would highly recommend for do it yourself home projects.
Pros: Handles great.
Cons: None yet.
Model Year: 2013
Just bought a new BX 25 and love it. Made tree planting and stump removal a breeze. As a novice I found the controls intuitive and easy to use. Would highly recommend for do it yourself home projects.
Pros: Handles great.
Cons: None yet.
Maintenance on my Kubota BX25
Model Year: 2009
I had to change the fan belt recently and found this blog. Although I didn't find the info I needed already on line, I did contact and hear back from a couple of members who provided the info very quickly. This has been a great resource for me!
Pros: None.
Cons: None.
Model Year: 2009
I had to change the fan belt recently and found this blog. Although I didn't find the info I needed already on line, I did contact and hear back from a couple of members who provided the info very quickly. This has been a great resource for me!
Pros: None.
Cons: None.
First Tractor
Model Year: 2012
This review is for the Kubota BX25D. This is my first tractor. I have just under 10 acres and have been doing all my work by hand including clearing the road of snow! The snow I cleared last season took me most of two days by hand, this year, less then 2 hours and it was fun! The controls are very intuitive. The dealer came up and delivered the tractor then spent a couple of hours going over the operations and maintenance of the tractor. In fact he will be coming up again in a couple of weeks to give me a follow up session and answer any new questions I have. This is the new model just released by Kubota. The operators seat is much more comfortable and easier to move around then the old version. Break pedal has been moved to the left and seems to be easier to use. This model has a provision for a backhoe thumb which is still on order. I plan on adding additional LED flood lighting to the ROPS facing both ways for night operations and an amber strobe for better visibility. Am also planning on adding some too; storage to the right side of the ROPS As I said this is my first tractor, but the upshot is I am doing more work with far less effort. Thanks Kubota.
Pros: Well built, intuitive, plenty of power for the size.
Cons: No storage, headlights obstructed by loader.
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Model Year: 2012
This review is for the Kubota BX25D. This is my first tractor. I have just under 10 acres and have been doing all my work by hand including clearing the road of snow! The snow I cleared last season took me most of two days by hand, this year, less then 2 hours and it was fun! The controls are very intuitive. The dealer came up and delivered the tractor then spent a couple of hours going over the operations and maintenance of the tractor. In fact he will be coming up again in a couple of weeks to give me a follow up session and answer any new questions I have. This is the new model just released by Kubota. The operators seat is much more comfortable and easier to move around then the old version. Break pedal has been moved to the left and seems to be easier to use. This model has a provision for a backhoe thumb which is still on order. I plan on adding additional LED flood lighting to the ROPS facing both ways for night operations and an amber strobe for better visibility. Am also planning on adding some too; storage to the right side of the ROPS As I said this is my first tractor, but the upshot is I am doing more work with far less effort. Thanks Kubota.
Pros: Well built, intuitive, plenty of power for the size.
Cons: No storage, headlights obstructed by loader.
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Great Lil' Tractor Kubota BX25
Model Year: 0
I have used this to dig drainage lines, dig and set fence posts, move landscape boulders, dig out stumps ( urricane damaged trees) drag out tree trunks for firewood, haul soils, grade a lot area, rake a peastone driveway, mow a large lawn, transplant small trees and shrubs, and probably more I am forgetting. I have been very impressed in that it will do far more than I ever expected of it. They fit a lot of tractor into a small package. Only minor complaints - the seat is a bear to deal with and the oil filter could be made more easy to access. Also the manual could be a little easier to understand and find things. Maybe a manufacturer's CD with some instruction re-maintenance and equipment changes, such as can be found on Youtube. I suppose I will have to get a photo of the unit in action now.
Pros: Power and 4X4 and all the above.
Cons: The seat!
Model Year: 0
I have used this to dig drainage lines, dig and set fence posts, move landscape boulders, dig out stumps ( urricane damaged trees) drag out tree trunks for firewood, haul soils, grade a lot area, rake a peastone driveway, mow a large lawn, transplant small trees and shrubs, and probably more I am forgetting. I have been very impressed in that it will do far more than I ever expected of it. They fit a lot of tractor into a small package. Only minor complaints - the seat is a bear to deal with and the oil filter could be made more easy to access. Also the manual could be a little easier to understand and find things. Maybe a manufacturer's CD with some instruction re-maintenance and equipment changes, such as can be found on Youtube. I suppose I will have to get a photo of the unit in action now.
Pros: Power and 4X4 and all the above.
Cons: The seat!
Kubota BX 25
Model Year: 2012
Fantastic little tractor with big tractor features. Size is great for my area and usage. Local contractor with a full size backhoe/FEL joked about its size at first then subcontracted to have a water line installed across a lawn so as not to destroy the lawn in the installation process. One addition I installed was a bar with 5 backhoe teeth on the front bucket. Definitely enhances digging ability, taking out tree roots and rocks. Good fuel efficiency and comfort to operate in general. Turning the seat for backhoe is a bit frustrating during long runs but acceptable.
Pros: Fuel efficiency, size (less than 48' wide), maneuverability, weight.
Cons: Turning seat for backhoe use.
Model Year: 2012
Fantastic little tractor with big tractor features. Size is great for my area and usage. Local contractor with a full size backhoe/FEL joked about its size at first then subcontracted to have a water line installed across a lawn so as not to destroy the lawn in the installation process. One addition I installed was a bar with 5 backhoe teeth on the front bucket. Definitely enhances digging ability, taking out tree roots and rocks. Good fuel efficiency and comfort to operate in general. Turning the seat for backhoe is a bit frustrating during long runs but acceptable.
Pros: Fuel efficiency, size (less than 48' wide), maneuverability, weight.
Cons: Turning seat for backhoe use.
Nice, Very Nice.
Model Year: 2011
This little Kubota is amazing. My wife and I live on the Bear River in Northern MN. We have a little over 6 acres of land that was neglected for at least 75 years or more. The Kubota is 10 months old and has about 375 hours on it. Been clearing out dead fallen snagged trees, the stumps and filling the voids with gravel and top soil. In winter, I use the loader to haul my firewood. The first thing added was a "thumb" which makes cutting logs into firewood easy. Have had no problems at all with anything. It may take awhile to dig out a large black ash or birch stump but the stumps do come out by being patient and letting the machine do what it can. A few years ago I had a 1951 Farmall Super A with weights and chains. The Kubota being considerably smaller still seems more powerful and certainly easier on fuel. The BX25 is very easy to use in the woods with tight steering capability. Am very happy with this tractor and don't see any need for anything to replace it.
Pros: Easy on fuel; easy to operate.
Cons: None.
Model Year: 2011
This little Kubota is amazing. My wife and I live on the Bear River in Northern MN. We have a little over 6 acres of land that was neglected for at least 75 years or more. The Kubota is 10 months old and has about 375 hours on it. Been clearing out dead fallen snagged trees, the stumps and filling the voids with gravel and top soil. In winter, I use the loader to haul my firewood. The first thing added was a "thumb" which makes cutting logs into firewood easy. Have had no problems at all with anything. It may take awhile to dig out a large black ash or birch stump but the stumps do come out by being patient and letting the machine do what it can. A few years ago I had a 1951 Farmall Super A with weights and chains. The Kubota being considerably smaller still seems more powerful and certainly easier on fuel. The BX25 is very easy to use in the woods with tight steering capability. Am very happy with this tractor and don't see any need for anything to replace it.
Pros: Easy on fuel; easy to operate.
Cons: None.