I am looking at getting a L3400. Its a 2007 with no front end loader. it has under 500 hours. my biggest concern it that it doesnt have the loader. it has 4 attachemnets finish mower, tiller...

This L3400DT beauty is a 2009 with blade and bush hog, DT with stick in the middle. Any trouble with these? ONLY 258hrs!!! Says 3 range but shows hi/low? Are these better then Hydro? Asking 16k I...

Hey, folks. Wondering if anyone has any insights regarding a problem I'm suddenly having with my SSQA pins. While pushing some snow around the other day, I noticed that my bucket had a bit more...

I have a 2004 Kubota L3400DT that started smoking when I start it and when I accelerate. If I push the throttle it will puff out blue smoke, I know it’s burning oil, I can smell it. i bought...

Earlier this spring I acquired a flail mower with a hydraulic side shift kit for a price I could not pass up, But my L3400 did not have rear remotes. I did have to option of removing the side...

My Kubota has been having starting issues for a year or so. It finally has got so bad (wont start 80 percent of the time) that I have to figure it out. I have replaced the battery and ignition...

I just bought a used 60" snowblower that had hydraulics for the rotation and angle on the shoot. There are no existing remotes on my tractor but I'll need to get this sorted before the snow...

I'm having problems with my 3 point hitch picking up substantial weight after it was recently fully serviced, all filters changed, greased, engine oil changed, hydraulic filter changed and fluid...

Okay, I'll give this a shot. I've owned my 3400 Kubota since early 2008, a few days ago I finally bought a new battery and replaced the OEM one. After replacing I have zero electrical to the...

How do I get my PTO to work again? Seems to be stuck in gear - gears grind if try to engage the yellow PTO handle. Background: My Kubota L3400 had sat unused for 2 years. Once running again...

I have a 2007 manual transmission l3400. I left the pto engaged when I turned it off about a month ago. It wouldn't start now. I jumped the starter. and moved it. the pto lever clicks up and own...

Hello everyone, This forum has been a great help in the past so I thought it might be a good place to pose this question. I have a pretty good front end loader already, and I need to mount it...

I am getting a new Kioti DK4510. I am not satisfied with what the dealer offered my for my trade ( the L3400) so I am looking to sell it privately. You can search the specs, but the basics are...

Tractor Turns over Will Not Start.Keeps Blowing 5amp Fuse.Any Ideas? Thank You. number 5 fuse.

Got most of my 3rd function and rear hydraulics plumbed and working. Only need to make brackets for the Quick Disconnects. I used as much of the original plumbing to reduce cost. The original...

I am looking for a price check on a 2009 Kubota L3400 TLB with 3 point hitch. 560Hours. Asking $20250. Tractor is very clean and well cared for. Looks like mainly the FEL was used. I had a hard...

Hey guys quick question here .... someone is selling an 06 (garage kept) Kubota L3400 Hydro about 3 hours from me. It has the backhoe and ag tires. It's essentially the perfect tractor IMO...

I am a novice to the trailering and would like opinions on this selection, I am pretty close to pulling the trigger on a trailer. Proposed Trailer: Cam Superline 5CAM20CHS (Car Hauler) 20 foot...

Hi, folks. Writing to you all from Minnesota's North Shore along Lake Superior. I'm new to the website but have been reading and enjoying a lot of the reviews left by other users. This website...

Hello all. I have a Kubota L3400 HST 4x4 with R1 tires. I have 10 feet deep pure sand washed in the river side of my property for hundreds of yards. Anyone have experience in pure, loose sand...

Hi I bought a used L3400 and the seatbelt buckle that has the red release does not work. I sprayed penetrating oil but it still is in rough shape. I priced the part and it is over $200 dollars...

Hi All, I'm interested in a used Kubota L3400 DT (gear) I saw online and I'm trying to gauge pricing. It is a 2011 with around 500 hours. Comes with R4 tires, a loader and bucket, a used back...

I have bought a New To Me L3400 with FEL and want to add a 2 spool remote valve. I have a pretty good idea where and how I will mount it, but I need help with the plumbing. I would appreciate help...

Tractor will run OK up to about 2500 RPM under light load. Under higher RPM and heavier load RPM slows to almost idle and will pick up some after a min. or 2 this cycle will start over again...

I have a 2007 L3400 HST Kubota. 154hrs. I just started having problems with my steering and bucket. Trying to steer , but it’s not smooth, it’s difficult to turn. The bucket is very slow to rise...

Anyone put rear remotes on a L3400? I had grand thoughts of a newer larger tractor this year, but my budget review committee (wife) had other ideas. So, I’ve spent a few bucks this year adding...

I have a kubota L3400 that is 2005 year model and it only runs about 30 seconds then dies. I have changed the fuel filter and had no luck, i have changed the engine fuel solenoid that turns the...

New to this forum so I hope I am in the right place. Have had a 2009 L3400 HST tractor since it was new. Used it this Sat to till some ground with a power tiller with no problem. Sunday tried to...

Needing to change the oil in the old '3400 tomorrow and need to know the drain plug size so I can pick up a couple of gaskets. The tractor is at my property 30 miles away, and while I think I have...

I own a 2008 L3400 that I bought recently. The PTO spins great and activates without issue and shuts off no problem. When I have an implement attached the PTO kicks on great, no noises, and...

hello new member here hope someone can help me im at a loss right now. tractor will not start

When engaging the PTO on my Kubota L3400, I get a grinding sound. It does not matter if the attachment (mower) is attached or not, it still grinds. Can you help me figure out what to do? After...

When engaging the PTO on my Kubota L3400, I get a grinding sound. It does not matter if the attachment (mower) is attached or not, it still grinds. Can you help me figure out what to do? After...

I have an L3400 Tractor with Manual Transmission. I have an issue somewhere in the "safety switch" system. I thought I isolated the problem as one of the neutral switches on the...

[FYI: I searched the forums and found several threads about installing Racor water separators, but none on replacing existing fuel filter housing with a Racor.] So, I got some water in my tank...

So, I think I finally found the source of my hydro leak. Initially thought it was coming from the vent under the seat, but upon further exploration it appears to be coming from the joint where...

Any know where I can get parts to install myself? I already have Top just need to replace older single controller for a double.

Hey guys. I'm smart and relatively mechanically inclined, but I don't have a lot of experience with diesel or tractors, much less diesel tractors. Nonetheless, I'm the man of the farm, so this...

A while back i saw a thread on here where some people had mentioned having scanned copies of the service manual. I already have the operators manual. Im looking to replace the clutch (two stage)...

I have the L3400DT, and am looking for the shop manual. I see two at Messick's, not sure which one to pick. Kubota: L2800 / L3400 Shop Manual, Part # 97897-13190 Kubota: L2800, L3400, L3700SU...

I am performing a routine maintenance on a KUBOTA L3400 for a city. I have the maintenance manual. Besides the basic maintenance is there anything else I should do or look for to keep this tractor...

In 2007, an L3400 HST with FEL, BB, RFM and Rotary Cutter was purchased for about $21k in Middle Tennessee. The tractor is used on a 50 acre parcel that has been left in timber for about 40...

Leakage is in the HST valve area. It is not severe yet but starting to drip on the garage floor after usage. I am now trying to locate the cause. I have taken the bodywork around the area off and...

After a year long search, I just brought home a 2005 L3400. We (the boss/wife/cfo/etc) had been looking for a tractor ever since we moved in to our 40 acre chunk of paradise. I'd been watching...

Replacing a stripped 4wd gear and the gear it meshes with. Have a question if anyone can tell me the proper procedure for removing the pinion shaft from the mid case. I have removed the nut and...

My bucket is pinned on to the arms of the FEL, it does not have a quick bucket change system. The whole FEL unit comes off fast but not the bucket it self. It is a 60" bucket, the tractor is 35 HP...

I have a kubota l3400 HST. When I use my 3 point post hole auger and I press in my clutch and turn the PTO lever to disengage the pto and take my foot off the clutch the PTO continues to run. In...

I've had a Kubota L3400 for 10 years and its been a great tractor! But has recently begun to shut off after starting. When it shuts off I hear a clicking sound. If I turn the key off and on and...

Today I hooked up my tiller and as soon as I engaged the pto and lowered it to the ground it started making a loud rattling noice.so I turned off pto and tried adjusting the pto cable. I hooked up...

i need some help we thought maybe gas was put into tractor so I drained and put new fuel. now tractor wants to start but will not. I also changed the oil but no start. does anybody have any idea...

Greetings! New member to this forum from Maine with a recurring Kubota problem. I have been wrestling with water in my trans/hydraulic lines for the last two winters. I own a 2007 L3400 manual...

Need to purchase something in 30+ HP range, with FEL & 4wd, Hydrostatic. Hours on both machines are low for age (below 300). Please let me know your thoughts and experiences on either (or both)...

The lever of my turn signal switch broke off. How do I replace that switch?

I have a couple of tractors in mind and would like to get a sense of their values. The Kubota has more hp (35 vs 28), but is a little smaller. Specs are mostly similar. I'm mostly doing gravel...

Made a quick little video showing how I reinforced my tractor bucket. I decided to add a piece of 2.5"x2.5"x1/4" square tube to the top of the bucket to keep it from flexing under loads. All...

My L3400 won't start

I have done enough checking step by step to trouble shoot the non-run problem of my Kubota L3400HST. At this point I think either the main ignition switch or the wiring harness is faulty. How do...

I noticed a couple of weeks ago that the front end loader/3 point hitch on my Kubota L3400 were a bit slow to respond. In addition, my power steering seemed a little weak. I continued to run the...

I turned off the tractor, went to do some other chores, came back and could not restart the tractor. One click sound. My neighbor, who has a Kubota L3130, checked the safety switch under the seat...

I am signing papers in the morning for a new 2013 mx5100 gear model with 844 loader. Paying 26,500 with rim gaurd filled rears and bale spear for the front. They are giving me 11k for my 2006...

What length is the standard top link? My tractor didn't come with one and it appears there are different lengths available for CAT 1 set ups.

I finally got her home! So far I am very happy. I was wondering if I would have any trouble starting it because it got down to 0ｰ last night and the tractor is sitting outside. She cranked a...

Hi all, I'll be posting a number of questions on the 2008 L3400HST, but I've decided to try a bunch of separate posts, as I feel sometimes folks tire of reading long posts. Due to Kubota.com's...

I bought an '05 L3400HST with 4wd, FEL & a BL4690B backoe. It has just 312 hours and seems to be in good shape. The dealer just replaced all of the filters and fluids. I got him down to...

I'm looking for a backhoe to use on my 15 acre property. I like the idea of being able to remove the hoe and use standard 3pt attachments, i.e. 5' bush hog & 6' finish mower in case my 464 IH...

I've often thought the hydraulic filter was in a bad place for accidental damage under the right floorboard. I recently switched to the larger filter from the Grand L series and it's even more of...

Hi I have a Kubota L3400 4x4 the 4 will drive went out I'm in need of Transmission parts Gears, I can not fined any parts can any one help?

I need some advice...the owners manual for my L3400 recommends a 5' snow blade. Would I have problems with the loader arms (short or long-term) or lack of power to push the snow if I bought a 6'...

My L3400 HST runs perfectly when the temp is above freezing. When below 30 degrees, the tractor starts easily, but stalls when I try to move it forward or in reverse. (It will slowly inch forward...

How is this done on these tractors? Is it easy to remain stationary while drilling, with the clutch pedal halfway out, so that PTO is driven but wheels don't turn? Any pointers?

Hi all. New to this site. I'm looking to add rear hydraulics to my L3400 to run a 3 point wood splitter. Can anyone point me in the right direction to make this happen? Thanks in advance...

Went to start my tractor today and it would not start! I checked the battery, fuel filter and fuses and seems that is all ok. I read were the solenoid can sometimes cause this issue. Removed the...

Just a little FYI i let my neighbor barrow my tractor to brushhog at his deer lease "Mistake" after running out of shear pins he installed a Grade 8 bolt Well i pulled shifter cover off gear box...

Just a little FYI i let my neighbor barrow my tractor to brushhog at his deer lease "Mistake" after running out of shear pins he installed a Grade 8 bolt :eek: Well i pulled shifter cover off gear...

The current tire is a Goodyear DuraTorque DT22 6-ply (7-16 R-1). I think the Kubota part number is TD020-43740, but not 100% sure. Anyway, can anyone point me to a good source for a replacement...

can sombody please tell me what filter will enter change with it. kubota HYD filter # is HH3A0-82623 I cant find a cross reference. please HELP lol

hello to all kubota guys

I just put a Wells Ag powder coated steel canopy on my Kubota. I chose the Well Ag (paid $400 at Kubota dealer)because I have had one on my Mahindra since new and it has survived many tree...

My Kubota shuts off when I engage the PTO, the revs are correct. How many safety switches are there on this thing? I'm replacing the two safety switches on the gear drive (N L H R ) and it looks...

Hi all. The last time I used my L3400 it was VERY slow in reverse (barely creeping), but normal speed going forward. It was the first time I'd used it since last fall. I'm at a loss. Does...

My L400HST PTO Sometimes will not disengage (stop spinning) with the lever move to PTO OFF. After cleaning, tightening, and lubricating both the mechanisms at both ends of the cable, I thought I...

I have a Kubota L3400 Hydrostatic Drive with a front loader. I have used my dealer for service oil changes till now. I want to change my own oil and eliminate a trip hauling my tractor to the...

Does anyone have an Opertors manual for a Kubota L3400 in a PDF file? I would like to get it or a service/shop manual in pdf. Thanks, Andy

I have a middle buster bought from TSC (Country Line brand) CountyLine® Middle Buster - Tractor Supply Online Store . It has the plow head on, not a shank. I have also heard it referred to as a...

I've had my 2005 since new and never really noticed that the HST pedal has play in it. I noticed the pedal is loose on the HST control arm bracket, but It does not tighten up. It may have been...

Does anyone know the cross reference # for a mobile 1 or any other easy to find, decent, oil filter? Thanks.

So I've gone from buying huge, to renting, to buying small and old, and now I've been debating buying a newer compact. I found this package deal nearby and it is getting my attention. Comes with...

Well, thanks to the forum I have joined the Kubota community. I have posted many questions and spent many hours searching for the right tractor. I have gone from believing the BX would suit me...

Kubota L3400 FEL, Woods BH, Box scraper, Rear Blade, Tiller Tractor model L3400HST-F / Serial # 68271 / 161hrs Front Loader LA463FL / Serial # 28791 Backhoe BH70X-1 / Serial #1066220 Box...

I have a set of forks from a fork lift and am looking to build a budget pallet fork assembly to pin on my LA463 FEL. I have looked at and priced the options to go to quick-attached and just cant...

I can't figure out how to get the wiper arm off. There is no plastic cap, and the arm is loose but still partially functional. The part that is on the motor shaft is heavily sprung to the arm...

I am considering getting a backhow for my L3400. Does anyone have any track record with the BH 77 which is supposed to have replaced by the BH 75. Also comments/experience on having dealer...

Would someone point me to where the drain plugs are for the gear box and the fill plug? The 50 hour service calls for replacing this gear oil,(80W 90) but I kind of can't locate them. ( don't...

I have a Kubota L3400 4wd. Last year we planted a small garden and had lots of fun with it. The weeds are terrible where we live and became a huge problem. We tried to manage it by hand but simply...

I have a Kubota L3400 4wd. Last year we planted a small garden and had lots of fun with it. The weeds are terrible where we live and became a huge problem. We tried to manage it by hand but...

I have a kubota L3400 HST. When I get up off the seat the tractor shuts off. I know this will happen if the PTO is on or if the forward/reverse pedal is pushed, but my tractor is doing it with...

The 3PH on my L3400 jerks when lifting. No matter how slow I move the lever it does nothing then jerks up 2 or 3 inches. Goes down smoothly. I've tried adjusting the knob under the front of the...

I have a Kubota L3400 HST w/FEL 4WD, R4 tires. It seems a little unstable on slopes. Actually - more than a little! So, I was thinking about adding 2" spacers on back. Anyone had experience...

My kubota l3400 has a knocking noise from the rear while in high range of the transmission, it started within the first six months of use and when it started it was very low, now it is quite loud...

Just want to say hi to All here at this site. Yesterday i bought my first tractor. It is a Used Kubota L3400 with 115 hours on it. I have been told that this amount of hours is just barely broke...

I have a problem with my 2007 Kubota L3400 with std transmission. Occasionally, when operating front end loader under heavy load, I cannot get the transmission to shift out of gear after...

Bought a used (150hrs) L3400 HST 4wd w/ fel. mstevenson0863@gmail.com

Lookin for pdf manual. new or used....

I am wanting to add tilt control to 3 point hitch on L 3400; definitely handy for many attachments, especially cutting long drainage swales - plan to moung my laser level sensor in blade to...

I am looking at trading in my 2007 l3400 hst 4wd fel 2 scd's with 315 hours. Trade in offer $13k. This is to trade up to new M7040SUHD. Two sets of 164# weights, canopy, block heater, down...

I am looking at new tractors that I can afford, and it looks like the 40 hp and under is what I need and can afford. I was wondering if the Kumota L3400 would hold up to the Massey 2605. They are...

I am thinking of adding on a couple of remotes to my bota, and I am wondering if I could use these valves for a top and tilt operation.

Looking into this BH for my '09 Kubota. My dealer just told me that Woods is no longer offering the sub-frame for the L3400 and is steering me towards the 3-pt, which I don't want. Can anybody...

Can't remember using the H gear in my L3400 before a few days ago. Noticed going up the driveway the tractor would nearly stop and the pressure on the pedal would drop. Then it would build up...

Can anyone tell me which is the better tractor of the 2? what does one have that the other doesnt? my computer wont let me bring up the specs on kubotas site.

Just wondering what everyone else would do...what would you buy for mowing paths, tilling up gardens, light loader use on somewhat hilly terrian in SE Minnesota....a 2005 L3400DT with 608 hours on...

I have an l3400 HST, and when the tractor is sitting on level ground the sight glass is full. But when I run it using the bucket sometimes the fluid totally disappears out of the sight glass and...

Hey everyone, new member to the site but have been reading on it for a long time. Figured I'm ready to buy so I'd ask the questions now, hopefully I can get some good guidance. We're looking at...

Just in case anyone is interested. My JD dealer has this tractor on his lot now. Most likely it will not last. Only 3 hours on it. BTW, I have no idea how much this tractor costs new, so I do...

I was looking at used tractor today for my 20 acre. the property is mostly wooded. the purpose of the tractor would to be maintain 300ft gravel drive way and parking area. to bush hog the 1 acre...

I have a L3400 hst and it is leaking transmission\hydraulic fluid from under it. Looks to to where the front and back bolt together. Any idea's. Thanks

My L3400HST has shown some jerkyness in the steering and bucket hydraulics since the last service I performed. It has around 850 hours and this was the third full hydraulics change I have done. It...

2008 Kubota L3400 Pto leaking. Is the seal able to be reached from outside of the tractor or am I going to have to crack open the rear end? Just recently started leaking from the pto and I saw...

I'm taking off the loaded rear wheels for the first time and I've a plan to get them back on again (I hope). The bolt/nut head size is strange (15/16"). 24mm does'nt seem to fit so well. (?) I...

I'm looking high and low to find the front to rear gear ratio for my L3400 HST. If anyone has the manual indicating this, I would appreciate if they could post it. Thanks. C.

One of the first things that I "improved" on our Kubota L3400 was the front grill guard, or Lack of. Now I would highly recommend doing this to any tractor even if it isn't going to be used in the...

Has anyone else had trouble trying to hook up rear implements on a Kubota L2800/L3400 tractor? For some reason, Kubota bent the end of the 3pt arms in just a little and it makes hooking up...

My L3400HST is not moving in the forward direction as fast as it used to. It seems to be moving in the reverse direction just as before, but going forward is slower. The tractor only has 85 hours...

My L3400HST is not moving in the forward direction as fast as it used to. It seems to be moving in the reverse direction just as before, but going forward is slower. The tractor only has 85 hours...

Wrong title.....L3200 vs MF1533 New member, soon to be first time tractor owner. I've searched various forums but no recent threads in regards to what I'm looking for. I have about 12 acres...

Hello all, been lurking for a while. I am in the market for a my first tractor. Wife and I purchased 10 acres of land and will be building our house next year. Long story short I have been...

Just replaced both tail light lens and in checking things found brake lights not working. Easy - check brake light switch. Except I can't find it. even looked at brake peddle and brake parts pic's...

We are having problems with our L3400, the power steering has started to get jerky ( power seems to drop in and out). I think I have identified the cause, the picture below shows a ruptured hose I...

If anyone has been pricing out new L3400s in Canada, can you let me know what you are being quoted for cash prices please. I might be putting mine up for sale and want to know what to list it at...

I'm in the market for one of these tractors, but can't decide. I like the PTO in the 3400, but I see the 3800 replaced it. So I guess the 3400 is obsolete now. I can get either one from my...

05 l3400 hst with about 200 hours on it. The hst peddle seems to need adjustment but cant seem to find anywhere to do so. Its sticking in forward and reverse. Does not want to "spring back" to...

I am looking at an L3400DT with a LA463 FEL and a 60" Brush Hog, it has 171 hours on it. Shows a little bit of wear on the body like dings and scratches but runs great. He wants $10,000.00. Is...

Two weeks ago is the last time I used my L3400. It was fine then. Today it won't start. It doesn't even attempt to start. Here are the symptoms: Lights/blinkers won't turn on With the key in...

We went to crank the tractor for the first time in 3-4 months today and got no response. The machine is a gear-tranny and PTO was disengaged, all gears in neutral. Being in a hurry, we pulled the...

my tractor wont remain running :(. crank it over it fires and dies . is there a fuel cut off valve somewhere? has always been reliable so havent really looked at it :ashamed:. any advice would be...

Hello all, I'm a proud new owner of my first big tractor (only had old Cub Cadets before) and couldn't be happier with this beast. Only put a couple of hours seat time in so far but I'm amazed how...

Can this tractor handle a 6' bush hog? Is this tractor smaller than a New Holland TC40 ? I have been looking at Kubotas and New Hollands and want to make sure I am comparing apples to apples. Thanks!

I have a customer of mine trying to sell a L3400HST 4wd with 340 hours on it. It has FEL, 5 ft Bush Hog brand cutter, 5 ft King Cutter grooming mower and a 16ft trailor to go with it. He wants...

Good Morning, I have a L3400HST, 170 hrs, that is giving me some trouble...the FEL is working great, but the 3-Point lift only raises under high RMP's. If I bump the FEL control at low RPM the...

New to the forum - sorry if this is a repeat - I have been shopping for a tractor and have ruled out the Sub compacts like the B3200 Kobuta and the JD 2720 - So I am raising the bar and have two...

I just bought a new 2010 L3400 FEL 4WD PS Standard trans and the trans gears grind when shifting in a range or FWD/Reverse. I have pushed the clutch in partially, fully, half way etc and nothing...

I had my new to me (2008 with 65 hours) Kubota L3400 delivered to my 40 acres on the 10th. I had a great 12 days getting it broken in. I had to pull out trees, knock down trees, and use my back...

The 4 wd on our kubota l3400 no longer works. It has been suggested to me that the pilot shaft on this tractor has a couple of splined couplings that can be replaced. I would like to know how to...

I recently purchased a 2008 Kubota L3400DT and discovered it didn't have rear hydraulics. Didn't know it was an option I guess. So, if i take it to a dealer, can that be added? Any idea how...

Is it necessary to depress the clutch pedal before engaging the the 4WD on a L3400 HST? Second question is can you take the tractor in or out of 4WD while moving? I always stopped with my BX...

I have a 40 yr old Ford 3000 with power steering , very strong old tractor . 2x4 no loader . 42 hp ? with 6 ft equipment . With bald back tires . so it spins alittle under heavy load ...

I have 40 acres in NC mountains with about 8-10 acres grass to cut, food plots to maintain, and a 1/4 mile gravel driveway to maintain. most of the grass to cut is flat land but the food plots...

I'm shopping for a tractor to maintain our 150 property. We have about 1/2 mile of gravel drive on a good slope, 70 wooded acres also on a fairly steep slope, and 100 acres of fields presently...

Hi All, Can anyone give me the scoop on these two tractors Walter

We recently bought a 50 acre hobby farm (~10 acres workable, 8 pasture, 2 orchard and rest woodland, creeks, pond, etc). The land is rolling and quite varied (on the edge of a valley). The...

I am looking at installing tire chains on my rear R4s. Anyone install chains on a L3400? If so, was there enough clearance or were wheel spacers required? Any info is appreciated. -MJ

Today I did my 1st engine oil / filter change. After almost pulling the wrong plug, the oil drained terribly slowly out of both drains. So slow in fact I though I my have been very low in oil. Not...

Those of you who own a 3400 may already know that Kubota doesn't sell a "kit" for adding a rear hydraulic remote for this tractor. I needed rear hydraulics for my back blade, and with any luck a...

No matter how warm I let her get before dropping the plugs, no matter how long I let her drain, I still can only get 5 quarts in! The manual says 6 qts., but either the manual is wrong or my...

I am going to look at it sunday afternoon. any thoughts? problem areas to look? at does any remaining warranty transfer when sold he says he needs to pay off the tractor I am thinking a...

A follow-up question to the one I posted earlier about getting rear wheel spacers for my l3400 (which appear to be an elusive myth thus far). I've been reading about being able to switch the...

I HAVE A KUBOTA L3400 ITS ABOUT 4 YEARS OLD I BOUGHT IT NEW IT HAS A HST TRANSMISSION WHEEN YOU GO IN REVERSE IT IS SMOOTH AND THE PEDAL PUSHES EASY WHEN YOU GO FORWARD THE PEDAL PUSHES HARD AND...

any idea on what snowblower to buy for rear of my tractor.wondering if i should buy a foot wider than normal being that i might get bigger model in year or 2?

i have a 2008 l 3400 tractor with quick attach setup. i was told i could run hydraulic attachments from the front quick attavh set up. or am i better running three point attachments. i want to run...

I'm getting real close to making a purchase but I can't decide between two tractors. I have it narrowed down to either a Kubota L3400 or a New Holland T1520, both brands have excellent dealer...

I have a chance to buy a L3400 DT 4wd and a 463 loader (i think that's the number of the loader) it's a 2007 with 230 hrs on it and dirt teeth on the bucket.I am not buying it to use just to...

Hello, we are looking for a tractor to help in creating a farm and home from wooded land.we're looking for about 25 to 30 acres and are going to need a tractor to do it. We priced a l2800 with hst...

hi i am new to the post. this weekend i am going to look at a 2008 l3400 hst tractor with 26 hrs. is there anything i should be concerened with?

Hi all, I am looking to buy a small tractor for use on my 30 acres with a loader and backhoe and there is one I am going to look at nearby that seems to fit the bill. It is a 2006 Kubota L3400...

L3400 vs. CT235. Both comparable tractors and both priced very close to each other. Only options will be FEL w/quick attach, R4's, Adj.seat and a ballast box. Which would you choose and why?

I have a set of rear AG tires off of my Kubota L3400 that I would love to trade for some R4 Industrial tires. We just got the tractor and for what I use it for the AG tires are just too...

O.k.,... here's the deal. I am going to sell my 2008 L3400 hst, with 25 hours, LA463 loader, with quick attach bucket, quick attach pallet forks, R-4 tires with stop leak, heavy duty rear tire...

My new tractor arrived and it was exactly what I ordered.What a great buying experience no bull,straight forward no hassle buying. Barlow's price beat everyone by alot .If anyone has doubt check...

Hello everyone. I think I have narrowed my purchase down to the Kubota.Here is the deal. I can purchase a new L3700 with FEL with R4 tires out the door for a total of $18124. plus 124 for the...

I've been looking at these 2 tractors and can't decide which one. I was wondering if the 5-6Hp difference makes that much of a difference. The CK30 is rated 30hp, and L3400 is 35.7HP. The CK...

I recently traded my gear L3400 for a HST L3400. I finally made the change after using my friends John Deere Hydro, and realizing how much better the Hydro was for loader work. The JD has 2...

I have been reading this site the past several weeks as I made my decision to purchase a Kubota L3400 and wanted to express my thanks for the vast amount of information on this site. I know I...

I need to replace two zerk fittings on my FEL. Can someone advise what size the fittings are? Thanks in advance,

Torn on decision to buy either the 2010 Kubota L3400 HST with FEL or 2010 Mahindra 3316 HST with FEL. The Mahindra certainly has the better price point but I'm concerned about re-sell value...

I just "picked up" a used finishing mower... since I really actually *had* to pick it up since the 3ph on the guy's L3400 would not lift it. I looked up the weight, 588 lbs. It was out on a...

Hi Have an L3400 that has been acting jerky when steering and the loader is not operating as fast as usual. The jerky just started but loader has been slow for awhile. Is there a hydraulic fluid...

Hi, Well here is my first post. I just purchased a 2010 L3400 with a LA463 front loader. My dealer gave me the option of a 72" or 66" bucket. The machine that I test drove had a 72" and it looked...

I have considerable farm boy experience with farm tractors with loaders and have 2 now, but no mini tractors. I want one just because... LOL... well I think I can use it with the small backhoe...

I have a 2005 L3400 gear tractor with 274 hours, R4 tires, LA463 loader... excellent condition. It has been well maintained, and had the three point hitch valve changed out when new to eliminate...

I'm buying a tractor by the end of April for my land in South eastern Ohio and I 'm just like everyone else looking the best buy for my dollar.The Kubota l3400hst with loader and quick attach...

Probably a dumb question but on an L3400 HST does the tractor coast or free wheel at all going down hill ? What I mean is like on a gear tractor , if I am going down hill in 1st gear there is...

My Dad and I took a look at a Kubota L3400 Hydro with a LA463 loader today. Dealer gave me a quick price of right at $18K with industrial tires. He priced a backhoe attachement at around $ 7K...

I've heard quite a few horror stories of folks trying to fit chains on their L3400 HST. Has anyone had any success in fitting some chains? Please provide a link or other info if you have. Thanks, j

Has anyone ran the Bushhog BH850 on the L3400DT? Do you think it will work?

How do you like your L3400? Looking at buying one this week. Supposed to take a test drive Monday. I have used/driven a Kubota TLB and liked it. I know the L3400 is a CUT but it seems to fit...

Surging, pulsing and chatter with LA463 loader on a Kubota L3400HST. This problem just recently developed. I believe fluid levels are where they are supposed to be. I'm not sure where to check...

I have in mind building a toolbox for my L3400 and bolting it on the front where the bumper/weight rack would normally go. It would be about 12x12x40 and would function as toolbox, front-end...

Getting ready to do the 200hr service on my l3400dt and was wondering if anyone has been able to cross reference the kubota hyd filter to a hastings, wix, baldwin, or anything else??? The oil...

While digging on the property the other day I noticed a strong smell of fuel.:( I shut off the tractor and did a quick walk around and found fuel pouring from the engine conpartment.:eek: I ran...

After spending several days last week-end digging and hauling the tailings to another part of the property, I noticed some dark spots on the gravel leading up the drive. At first light I was up...

I was moving round bales this weekend when I started to have steering difficulties, I added some hydraulic fluid ( but I think it needs more) now my loader arms are almost impossible to lift. I...

The manual says 6 quarts of motor oil, but I have yet to get more than 5 in. Prior to draining I run the motor 'till warm, then drain the fluid for 30 minutes...still 5 quarts and its touching...

Have had my L3400 for about two weeks, have done some mowing and some tilling with it and it has worked very well. Garaged it for the first time last weekend and I looked under it yesterday and...

Today, while doing some brush hogging, my L3400 hst just stopped moving. The engine works, the fel works, the pto works. It just stopped moving (PTO was off at the time). I'm not a handy guy, but...

I just had a BH76A Backhoe installed last week and as soon as I got back to the property I started putting it through its paces. My daylight soon faded and before long I turned on my rear facing...

OK, I've just passed the 200 hour mark and per the manual I'm supposed to drain all the hydraulic fluid, replace the filters and put the drained fluid back in. The manual does not call for new...

I must admit that when it comes to tractors, I know very little. The little that I do know comes from the research that I have done over the past couple months in searching for a new tractor and...

Hi everybody, I'm looking to buy my first tractor. I have about 13.5 acres and plan to do some heavy clean up work. What are your thoughts on the Kubota L3400? Specifically, I'm wondering if...

Just curious how you fellow L3400 owners like your tractor. Recently purchased one and so far so good. Thanks.

Oil change question on l3400. I drained all of the old oil opening the 2 drain plugs and removed old filter and installed a new filter. The book said 6qrts with filter. I used 6 qrts exactly but...

I was about to buy a Kubota L3400 and when you push the clutch in while the PTO is on it makes a clicking noise up under the seat, It has a mark on the right outside axle that lets you know that...

I am in the final stages of figuing out what tractor to choose. The use I have is a simple one. Mow the hedge. It currently takes me 8 days to trim my hedge with a gas pole trimmer. My thought...

Hi, I am a little confused here and was hoping to get some advice. I am in Massachusetts. Just came back from picking up Diesel at a Mobile Station and after pumping the diesel I noticed it...

I have searched the state website in vain looking for the regs on trailering equipment and have yet to find anything. I'll probably give the SP a call after the new year unless the good folks here...

I have 300 feet of uphill, curving driveway 12 feet wide topped by a 30 x 100 foot parking area. A 26 inch walk behind snowblower can take forever, and a back blade on the tractor builds up small...

I was surprised to find there was no tool box on my Kubota L3400. I started looking for one. I discovered an army surplus ammo box at the army-navy store. I painted it Kubota orange and mounted it...

Please, do your own research before acting on any of this information, I'm not guaranteeing that the numbers are accurate or that I typed them correctly. Part numbers listed for position control...

Hello: I've been looking at used L3400 tractors for a few weeks, and a rancher friend of mine told me to look at new ones due to the 0% financing available. He bought a new one last year and did...

Hi all, I was formerly on here as Redsmoke (dissatisfied JD 4300 owner). I just traded that nightmare for a Kubota L3400HST and I am a happy man. Only have 10 hrs. on it moving sand, box...

Considering a purchase of one or the other. Both have HST, pretty much the same specs as I can tell. The B7800 is a little cheaper than the L3400, and uses a spur gear drive rather than a bull...

After giving up a year ago I am now much closer to actually buying a tractor. Loader work is what it will be for, snow, manure, 500lb round bales. I have narrowed it down to either a Kioti CK30...

582 hours with FEL. They want 12500 Any thoughts ??

Yes, the L3400 was made for left side mount/dismount. Fact is, most times what needs doing on the ground is over on the right side. The FEL joystick gets in the way when jumping onto or off of...

When it comes to hydraulics I am an idiot. I want to add 1 remote to the rear of my tractor. If I put a "T" in the inlet line and return line that goes to my Front end loader block, can i run...

Recently I traded my 5+ year old New Holland TC30 for a Kubota L3400. The two tractors fill the same market niche. Both are quality machines; neither is clearly superior. Some readers may...

Has anyone tried to lift a 6 foot round bail with their 3 point hitch. Bail weighs around 1100 pounds. Mine tries to lift it but stops after a certain point. Never gets the bail completely off the...

Hello, I am at around 40 hours on my L3400HST with Woods BH-80X and the Backhoe does not seem right to me. I drove the tractor out of the garage earlier today to time how long it takes for the...

I am comparing these 2 Jd tractors about the same price i can get both for about $21,500 ea with loader. Or the Kubota with loader for around $17,500. Does anybody have any imput on these prices...

Hi All, this is my first time participating in this forum... but I've noticed some pretty informative discussions so hopefully this will help me with a decision I need to make soon. The L3400DT...

My pto engages for a few seconds after I let the clutch out and turn off the lever. I usually push the cluth and rev down the engine at the same time and hold the clutch down down for about 5...

The LA463 loader on my L3400 gear tractor started acting up today... it acted like it was struggling to lift... very slow and with a shuddering, jerky motion. Three point lift was very slow also...

Looks like I am going to Iraq for a year and my relatively new tractor will sit idle for that time. I need ideas on how best to store it and guarantee it will run when I come home. I keep the...

Hey folks, I have a bit of a weird one here.. not sure how it happened, but after a long day of digging the HST pedal bolts grew loose. and the factory adjustment is not there now. After reading...

I am putting rear remotes on an L3400 HST and I have a question regarding the control valve choice. From reading here I see that most recommend a Prince valve with a tank return port (has inlet...

I have a JD 790 with a JD 421 loader and JD #7 backhoe and love it dearly. It is a fine machine. And yet I wonder. I saw an L3400 hydro yesterday and it was sweet. I have an L4300 gear tractor...

Well, I am pretty sure on what I want, but I have my financial limitations. I was planning on a L3400DT with gears, but after posting and reading on here I am really thinking I should go with HST...

Hi All, I am new to tractors and am looking for one for my 12 acres with pond and pasture. I think I am pretty sold on the L3400 with gear transmission and the quick attach/detach FEL. My biggest...

I made my 3rd stop at another tractor dealer today. It was to see what orange has to offer. I really liked both the B3030 and the L3400 tractors. I want to get one with the FEL at the time of...

Just so it is documented, the PTO cable on my L3400 (170 hours) did not disengage this weekend. I was checking out the tractor and bushhog to get ready for the upcoming season. I had a long list...

I am interested in your honest experiences brushhogging with the L3400. I would be going through 20+- acres of overgrown field a few times a year. I would love the power of the 4400DT but my...

Besides the horse power what is the difference between the two of these, as I stated my needs in the L39-jd110 post, 58 acres, will be running a 7' flail, replanting trees, etc thanks

Just Brought home today!:) FINALLY!!!!:D

Pulled the trigger today on a new L3400. L3400 HST R4s LA 463 Loader QA 5' Box Blade 5' Woods Tiller 9" Post Hole Digger BH75 Back Hoe 12" bucket Canopy Forks Long Thumb Elect. over Hyd.valve...

Hi all I got a dealer who wants to sell me a brand new L3400 HST (3 range) with a loader, intermediate tires (loaded for no extra charge) for $21,000 Canadian. I know that is more than the US...

there's a couple of plugged opening/holes in a black hydraulic hose block/hydraulic valve? What are they for///extra auxilliary outlets usable for a grapple??, possibly?? Can I use these...

I am looking for a suspension seat for my L3400 HST? The footprint of this seat makes it difficult to find a replacement. This seat is the only one I have found so far and it requires some mods...

I'm fixin to buy a Kubota L3400 with the QA Bracket. Can I use most skid steer attachments with my tractor? I'm getting forks as part of the deal.

I recently got a quote from my local dealer on a 3400 hst w/ a fel and R4 tires for $17400. I've been looking on the web for awhile and found some better deals, barlow equipment being one of them...

With Kubota FEL. HST model. Needed to hang a couple gets today for better access, so I have had only minimal seat time. But overall it seems like a great machine. For it's capabilities - and...

That the dealer could not really answer. Not supre impressed with the sales person at the local Kubota dealer, but price and service seem competitve. If the can locate a L3400 HST - looks like I...

I am new to the FEL and Kubota. The question I have is that I don't feel that the FEL is picking up what it is capable of. For instance I filled it with some dirt and wood chips and it struggles...

Hi fellas, I,m new here and also new to Kubota. I'm looking at a L3400 HST and also the manual shift. 16000.00 for the HST and 14700.00 for the manual shift. Also has Kubota solved the issues with...

My Dad is looking at a new L3400. I don't know anything about the L3400 (I have an L5030), so I looked at Kubota's website and the spec's show the pto as "live, continuous with OCR". Can someone...

I'm just about to take the plunge on a new tractor, which will be my first machine larger than a lawn and garden tractor. I'm hoping you guys can help me out (I've been lurking around for the last...

Per Kubota you are to change the oil every 200 hours. I put maybe 50 hours per year on my tractor (mainly snow plowing and bush hogging) so should I change the oil once a year at 50 hours our...

Going to order my tractor next week and have a few last questions. My choices are between the B3030 and the L3400 (maybe the L3130 if the price isn't too much more). I have read all comparisons...

Hello people, I'm new and also gonna be a first time tractor owner. We have been given 20acres by my wife's mother which may be 40 acres soon if the neighbor sells us 20 acres. Probably about...

Will John Deere JD 350 9' sickle mower fit and operate on a Kubota L3400's 3-point lift arms and clear the top link assembly? I have a Cub Cadet 7360ss which is pretty comparable in size to the...

My relatively new (71 hours) Kubota L3400 will not start. The dash lights come on, but when I turn the key all the way there is no click or response at all from the starter. The dash lights stay...

I've been doing much research and have been lurking for awhile on this forum. Lots a great advice and testaments to kubotas. Just figured I'd post a pic of the new addition to the family...

I have come up with kit that will allow anyone to add a tool box behind the seat of a L2800-3400 Kubota tractor . 3 pieces uses existing 3 point top bar hanger and Slow Moving Vehicle sign ...

Called the dealer to ensure filters/fluids were in stock for my 50 hour service. Asked him if the shop manual for the L3400 was in stock too as I'd like to pick it up. It's like he's never heard...

I have had my new Kubota L3400 HST for a month now, and thought I would try to give back a little of the help I received on this site. Since I have never operated a tractor, I spend several months...

Ya'll know what they look like so I won't bother posting pics. Anywho, man, what a cool toy, errmm, tool. With a 20 minute orientation the day before at the dealer and an hour spent reading the...

Does anyone know where/how to adjust the parking brake on a L3400 HST Kubota ? I have 17 hours on mine and the parking brake is no longer working that well. When I first got it the tractor held...

My 3400 HSt was new in dec 2006 and recently developed an intermittent starting problem, sometimes it would go etc.. We thought it was a faulty kill switch under the seat but after the dealer...

Looking at tractors and thought I had narrowed it down to the L3400. However, today I find a MX5000 that will cost only 500 more than a L3400. The MX is two wheel drive not four. I don't need...

First I want to thank everyone for helping me make my decision throughout the last few months. The personal feedback has been great. The package that I came up with was the L3400HST with a Woods...

I'm looking at a small 30hp tractor with front end load, box blad and brush hog. I am going with 4wd and have did comparisons and read different reviews. Now it is time to ask for opinions of...

Finally got around to locating the camera. Here's some pics of the new addition to the family. The lighting wire isn't cleaned up yet, but WOW what a difference they make. j

The New L3400 arrived Friday! Just new it was going to be a good day the lake was like a mirror! And so the fun begins,really glad I put the roof on, the sun was bright and near 90 deg. L3400...

Hi everyone, I'm new to tractor buying and I have been doing a lot of research on the compact tractors within the past few months. This site has been great for me because I was able to check out...

I have been leaning toward a new L3400 for all the reasons you buy new, but see a clean NH 1920 (800 hours) and a JD 1070 w/Curtis Cab in the 12,500-13,000 range on dealer's lots. Primary use is...

Good Morning I have enjoyed researching for my new tractor here, I would like to share a picture of my new Orange machine. 2007 Kubota L3400F I am glad I went Orange, I love it altho I have only...

:) Well we did it, the Father in law and I went in partners on a new L3400 4wd, gear drive trans., FEL, 5' rotary mower and a 6' blade for the property in GA. Gonna pick it up the end of the...

Our L3400 HST (my wife doesn't like me saying "my" :rolleyes: ) arrived this morning - with Armoralled tires, of course!:D Here it is just as it arrived. Just before backing it off the...

Got my new L3400 with FEL and box blade delivered a couple days ago. At present my barn is crammed with boxes of household stuff as we are building a new home. Tried to get the 3400 in the barn...

Here is one for all of you seasoned Kubota guys: got my new Kubota L3400 w FEL and 60" box blade delivered yesterday. Ran it for about 2 hours. This morning I had a greenish fluid on the garage...

Hello Everyone Newbe Here I am looking to buy a Kubota L3400F, 2wheel drive , gear-drive. What should the price increase be over the L2800F? Are these prices average? I have been quoted $10,375...

I have a new L3400 HST with about 20 hours on it. The right front tire(sitting in seat) angles outward that is the top of the tire is out more than the bottom the left side looks straight. I see...

I have 10 acres of land, need to plow my 100 foot driveway, mow lawn and field and repair my stone driveway amongst other usage. I am looking at the three tractors above. Will need HST, R4s...

I've been reading these forums for awhile, but I finally decided to register and post. First of all, right now I have a Kubota L175 that has done everything I have ever asked of it, but I need to...

My dad ordered a rear remote with his new L3400. To our surprise it seems to be a sort of makeshift arrangement, although the dealer swears up and down it's a Kubota remote. My own dealer got a...

Thanks to all the info and threads I 've read here I went out and purchased a L3400 w/ FEL and wood 80X backhoe. Been at it a whole 10 hrs already. Need your input to see if I am doing things...

I have been putting some time in on the L3400, mostly brush cutting and loving every minute of it. One question has come up that I need some help with and would appreciate input from those in the...

This is my first tractor. I'm completing building a house on 18 acres and have lots of projects and cleanup work to do. I visited a local Kubota dealer (in N. Calif.) to price the L3400HST. He...

This is great forum, really helpful. I have been reading for about a month and have been learning a lot with so much more to go. Zeroing in on a new L3400and need some help. Not quite sure...

Hi everyone, I am making a decision on buying a L3400 HST and Kubota loader this week. I have two dealers within a resonable distance. Both seem like good people to deal with and are about the...

I started a project for a friend that has turned into a full bore demo job.I have filled 2 low boy containers with concrete and one 40 yard with tree's and trash...

Hello everyone, I am thinking of buying a L3400 DT. I have done a lot of tire kicking and keep coming back to the L3400 DT. Today I was quoted a price from my local dealer of $14950. This is...

1. I just did the hydro fluid change and such on it (using some high dollar SUDT) and I changed both screw on filters as advised in the manual. However I couldn't find the "mesh screen" filter...

I had narrowed the seach to a gear L3400 based primarily on pto hp for chipper work. For another $3000, the price of a chipper, the dealer has a mid 300 hour '04 TC33DA, 14la w/qa bucket, HST...

I've been lurking long enough so it's time to jump in. We own 6 AC in northern CT. which about 5 is cleared. The remainder is low-lying swamp. Situated on the rear property is our 4 stall 24' X...

And I love it!!! Northern Michigan, 1 rear remote and FEL $17,000 plus tax. It replaces a 2002 L3000DT, which I sold to a good friend. It was a great tractor, but I wanted something other than...

What size of a snow blower do guys think is appropriate for my machine. 5.5 foot would cover the back tires with probably 3 inches extra on both ends. I'm trying to figure out if I should just...

I am going to purchase a tractor to maintain my property. I have 8 acres of mostly fields, rolling hills, a 1/2 acre pond, about 2 acres of woods. I want to keep about 5 acres of fields looking...

Hi, After reading through all the good advice on this and other forums. I'm trying to decide which of these to buy. Background, I have 7.5 acres, fair amount of hill, around 1.5 acres to be...