Kubota B8200 4.70 star(s) (19)

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Kubota B8200 Discussions (79)

Here are the most recent B8200 topics from our community.
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    Power steering conversion on my kubota B8200

    I finished my cab & snowblower on my b8200, pulled it out of the garage the night before our one and only snow storm, turned the wheels and snapped the steering column. It was tough to steer...
  2. DeltaT

    My winter Project: Kubota B8200 resto

    I know it might not be a vintage tractor, but my friend has a Kubota B8200, built in 1984 (I think). It has been used hard and it blew a head gasket last week. We replaced it and then decided to...
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    b8200 hst no power

    can anyone help just bought used B8200 HST, when I drive around everything seems fine, but any little incline I need to put it in low range, I tried getting a bucket load of dirt with the loader...
  4. P

    B8200 HST transmission

    I recently bought a B8200 HST, a bit on the rough side. Transmission does not seem to take much load before it ceases motion. I drained the transmission oil and found some iron filings on the...
  5. B

    Starting Issue - Kubota B8200

    My tractor battery died. Went to Autozone to get a comparable battery. They couldn't match it perfectly so I got the closest thing. I can eliminate a whole lot of problems because I can jump...
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    My kubota B8200 from the day I bought it until now

    Finally have I got everything in order. It's been a long work in progress for sure. Last year my craftsman LT2000 gave out. i mow about 2 acres and it is a chore sometimes with that thing. So I...
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    Kubota B8200HST. Loses drive power.

    Hi, I very recently bought a Kubota B8200HST. Engine runs away happily all day but the drive power, which seems to me slow to start, gets worse to the point that unless it's on the flat it hardly...
  8. D

    B8200 HST - Should I stay or should I go?

    Hi all, I've finally got close to buying my first tractor... however... It's a 1980ish B8200 HST 4X4 with a front loader but here's the kicker, it has issues. The deal is right at $2700.00 but...
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    Buying Advice Kubota B8200

    I'm looking at a Kubota B8200 HST 4x4 for $12,500 and I'm wondering if it's an ok deal. 452(6) on the hour meter and comes with front bucket, backhoe, and turf tires. The seller thinks it's manual...
  10. chase87

    Kubota B8200 - Valve/ hydraulic system question

    Hi Guys. I am adding a Brand Hydraulics loader valve to my tractor to control a plow setup I am working on. While I am at it, I am going to add a 3 spool valve for additional remotes. My question...
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    Kubota B8200 help

    I am looking at a Kubota B8200. I can have it for free if I can get it, the trick is I will need to pull or drive it across a river. It was on some land someone purchased in my family. It is...
  12. buckeyepost

    Kubota B8200

    Kubota B8200 diesel tractor Here is a link to a tractor I'm looking to buy. I talked him down to $3,300. It has 531hrs on it and is a 1985 model. I don't know a lot about tractors but the Kubota...
  13. DawnM

    Fluid questions for Kubota B8200 HST

    Just bought a used Kubota B8200 HST and like most used stuff I have bought I no manual for this. This is my first compact tractor, got other riders for the yard but this is the first kubota and...
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    kubota b8200 white smoke

    Just bought this tractor a few weeks ago and ran fine aside from the usual black smoke on startup and under load. After getting it home I ran it just a little and everything was ok. Changed oil...
  15. J

    Kubota B8200 HST power problem

    My Kubota is a 3 cylinder diesel with hydrostatic transmission. When the throttle is any position including full on, the engine runs smoothly. The tractor operates well in low gear or at low...
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    Intro Rich Kubota B8200

    I live in Maine own a B8200 HST Kobota with a 6500 woods Backhoe .Also have a set of clamp on forks which I would highly recomend Presently building a house Tractor really comes in handy and with...
  17. dfkrug

    re-sealing some old Kubota B8200 FEL cylinders

    I agreed to fix the leaks on a friend's old 80s era Kubota B8200. This tractor is common around here, and the way the cylinder goes together is just about my least favorite. The end cap (gland)...
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    Kubota B8200

    Hey all hope your february is going ok, got a couple of questions, today I was working on my tractor, replacing filters etc. I was trying to get my lights to work again but hadnt had any luck, I...
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    Kubota B8200 DT HST User/ owner manual

    Hi! This Kubota has so many features that with out help we don't know all of them. Does anyone knows where I can get user manual for Kubota B8200 DT HST? PDF is ok. Br Hessu
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    Kubota B8200 seat worth $300+ ? ? ?

    Hoping that someone has replaced their seat on the b8200 without having to buy one of the HIGH $ factory seats? Anyone offer a suggestion here? thanks, Harry
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User Reviews (19)

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5.00 star(s)
varmint

B8200 Kubota
Small but serious
Model Year: 1987

I bought the B8200 as my first tractor, after looking for a year or two at misc. small tractor. I feel like I lucked out, as the Kubota has proven to be totally reliable, and well suited for the tasks I discovered I had to do. It has a 4'Bush Hog loader, and a 5' J D rear blade. I also use a PTO post hole auger, and all this equipment came with it, from its first owner. It is all original, with the exception of Kubot aftermarket power steering I added about a year later. It needed it, for bucket work in tight spaces. It has turf tire, which are needed for operation on a lawn area. Until the recent blizzards, I didn't need chains, but now I have them. It needed a block heater, which I installed. I also installed some basic engine gauges, which I find useful. A bigger tractor, while nice to have, would be impractical for us. It sips diesel, which is nice. Used for snow removal, road maintenance, and fence rebuilding. Occasionaly, I haul logs out for my neighbor.

Pros: Well engineered and constructed, just the right size for my needs
Cons: Gear transmisson is not ideal of lots of back and forth work.

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

B8200 Kubota
B8200HSTD 4x4
Model Year: 1985

I bought a B8200HSTD in 1999, as my first tractor. Originally, I had a 4' rotary mower and 5' scraper, as I had immediate needs for mowing. Later I added a Bushhog loader. I also changed from turf tires to R4. My B8200 was an excellent, trouble free tractor. The only thing I would note, is for it's size, it was underpowered at only 19hp. I only really noticed this when mowing thick grass or on hills. I put 800 hours on it, mowing, scraping, and loading. It really worked well, except it would have been nice to have another 5hp or so. Reliability was excellent; I never had any issues. I really liked the HST drive on the tractor. I kinda miss it :D

Pros: very reliable and built like a tank
Cons: only 19hp in a larger "B" series chassis

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5.00 star(s)
Gardenprairie610

B8200 Kubota
Love it.
Model Year: 1987

I love the B8200D. I use it to mow with a 5 foot king cutter. I also have a post hole digger, a box grader for the gravel drive and have used a roto tiller off of the 3 point hitch. My only complaint has been the power steering unit that has 'Kubota' stamped on it but no one can even prove it existed! I finally dug up some part numbers but both dealers I work with came up empty as far as parts for it. I continue to manufacture my own gaskets. I was told numerous times that this model could not have a bucket put on it, but I see that varmit's B8200 has one! I am going to try and contact him to get a model number. It would complete this tractor if I cold get a bucket on it!

Pros: Ease of use. Perfect size. Big enough for hard work, small enough to get around. (3.5 acres)
Cons: Hard time finding parts and info on this discontinued line.

5.00 star(s)
Richard012

B8200 Kubota
Kubota 8200 manual trans
Model Year: 1985

I bought this used. Lots of power for what I want. Some rust damage on fenders and footrests. Has front blade and belly mower

Pros: dependable quality
Cons: rust damage

5.00 star(s)
VT6Kubota

B8200 Kubota
B 8200 HSD
Model Year: 1985

It could use a little more power at times, but it has served me well for 25 years. Use a 60inch mid mount mower to mow 2 ac, and a 60inch snow blower to clear a 450 ft drive way. the front loader is used to back drag around the garage. The power steering option works wonders.

Pros: One tough little unit. Nothing has broken, I did not severaly abuse it.
Cons: I wish I knew the 9200 was coming out the next spring!

5.00 star(s)
satch

B8200 Kubota
Kubota B8200H 4wd Diesel, Front End Loader
Model Year: 1982

This is a good little tractor. Perfectly reliable so far, even with it's age. I had to change a couple of seals for the brake drums, new float for the fuel tank, and adjust ALL of the linkage. You can't beat hydro-static, four-wheel drive convenience. It's a good little engine, but could use more horsepower. What saves the lack of horsepower is the 3-speed gear range. When you really get bogged down on a hill, go to low, otherwise use mid-range. I haven't found a use for high=range.

Pros: Reliable, easy to operate, low fuel consumption.
Cons: Not enough horsepower.

5.00 star(s)
John65

B8200 Kubota
Reliable and tough
Model Year: 1988

Our little B8200HST has been ideal for working on our small olive orchard. We purchased a used model, which is surprisingly powerful, and versatile. The main use is for mowing between the trees, and, as our plot is quite steep in places, the small footprint of the machine is an added advantage.

Pros: Small footprint & good range of attachments.
Cons: Small wheelbase can make covering rough terrain difficult.

5.00 star(s)
Tom in Alaska

B8200 Kubota
My Outside Buddy
Model Year: 1982

I love my little Kubota B8200. He's a great friend and helps with everything I ask of him. He's not always able to push, pull and lift as much as I ask him. But he'll give most things a good try. If he has a lot of trouble with something and if it's more than he can handle, he as a bigger brother he can call for help. His bro is a Case 580L Extend-a-hoe, but that is not the norm and he works well by himself (I'm there too). He lifts posts, let's me mix concrete in his bucket and takes it to the job site, Roto-tills, digs post holes, landscape rakes, box scrapes, loads small trucks, picks things up and puts them down and so many things I can't think of now. Yes, he's been my little friend and buddy for almost 30 years. I love him a lot. Never any maintenance problems either.

Pros: Good worker.
Cons: None.

4.00 star(s)
khullpmax

B8200 Kubota
B8200
Model Year: 1982

No comment.

Pros: Great tractor.
Cons: Need power steering & hydrauilics.

5.00 star(s)
nightnurse

B8200 Kubota
First in the Neighborhood
Model Year: 1984

When I bought my Kubota, nobody in my neighborhood had one. My next door neighbor (1/2 mile down the road) bought a "green painted" tractor at the same time. Over the next few years, 6 of my neighbors and/or friends have purchased Kubota, based on how well and how long mine has been in operation. A few years ago (about 10) I bought a used B2400 to go along with my B8200. Both are still in use and going strong. The "green painted" tractor down the road got traded off for a Kubota a few years ago.

Pros: Dependable, hard working.
Cons: Replacement parts are expensive (have to go through dealer).

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