Kubota L5030 4.80 star(s) (22)

Grand Cab
Model Year: 2004

Grand cab is nice but the A/C. has never worked correctly since the day I got it and the Kubota dealer tells me it's working o.k. Well, if it's working o.k., then why does it get warm in the cab? I can't work in it on a 90 degree day because it's so hot.

Pros: Works good except for the A/C
Cons: A/C doesn't work very well

Kubota L5030
Model Year: 2005

Good strong tractor, cab with ac, backhoe, brush hog, finish mower 853 bucket loader with quick switch.

Pros: Dependable strong parts availability.
Cons: Expensive.

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Bucket Cylinder Problems
Model Year: 2004

Have had to repair the cylinders that roll the bucket 3 times. parts are $75 per cyl. a Case 580 cylinder kit is less than have that. solved the problem by putting on cylinders made in US. no problems for three years now.

Pros: Durability.
Cons: Cost of repair high.

A Real Workhorse
Model Year: 2003

Can't believe my luck in picking my used Kubota tractor! I didn't know a lot about tractors when I purchased my used L5030 six years ago when we bought our farm. I just negotiated the best deal I could with the local dealer. With regular maintenance (oil changes, tire checks, greasing, etc.) it's never been down. I've worked it pretty hard, too. I don't know about newer Kubota models, but this one's a real winner when it comes to hard work with little to no down time.

Pros: Hydrostatic transmission very helpful.
Cons: None.

My First Tractor
Model Year: 2003

Have really enjoyed my L5030! Have moved hundreds of yards of rock building a house. Have a wench for pulling logs off hills where I live. Have a Ramsplitter 3pt log splitter unit running off my hydraulic system. Have a backhoe which has saved my bacon a number of times. Nothing has gone wrong with this unit. Still have the original battery which worked just fine two days ago. I do take good care of my Kubota and change all the fluids by schedule.

Pros: Strong performer. Great engine. Easy to work on.
Cons: Really nothing. Could use a heater this time of year.

2nd Grand L Not Looking Back!
Model Year: 2006

I replaced an L3030 with this L5030 to drive a larger bushhog. With attachments like a grapple, box-scraper, post-hole digger, arena-groomer, etc. I had no idea how useful this thing could be. My wife teases me about my "orange wheel barrow" because I take it anywhere I need to carry some tools. I got the R4 tires as a compromise for traction without tearing up my grass. We've yanked bushes and small trees, hauled mammoth rocks, even buried cable with a modified middle-buster for my ham radio antennas! Love this thing!

Pros: Powerful and reliable.
Cons: No visual indicator for 4WD.

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Best Compact Tractor
Model Year: 2006

I needed a tractor to do everything on our ranch, from drill post holes to plow, mow, move gravel and dirt, cut, rake, and bale hay, and carry heavy items. This tractor has never let me down. Low maintenance, great fuel economy, rugged, and dependable are the things I like about it the most. Buying a Kubota is the smartest move I made when buying a tractor for our ranch.

Pros: High quality, dependable, low maintenance.
Cons: High cost of parts that you can only get through a Kubota dealer.

Kubota L5030
Model Year: 2003

I bought the tractor new for keeping our gravel driveway in good condition, to run a tiller and to keep trails around and through our property clear. I can't really find any fault with the tractor. It has done everything I want it to do and has been reliable. I am about to pull the steering cylinder and replace a bad seal, but other than the blown seal the tractor has been problem free. I am pretty sure the seal damage was operator error.

Pros: Plenty of power, comfortable to operate and reliable.
Cons: Haven't found anything to complain about.

Kubota L5030
Model Year: 2006

This tractor has been agreat purchase. The only problems I've had are axle seals. I've had to replace both sides but to be expected since im using a front end loader.

Pros: Well built and easy to operate.
Cons: Front axle seals.

Air Cond. Problems
Model Year: 0

Bought tractor new. Has been very reliable, except for air conditioner system. Have replaced fan motor twice. Not and chore. Presently have front leak---next project. I use it mainly for cutting and baling hay. Square bales for horse people.

Pros: Has hydro-static transmission. Great for haying.
Cons: Disappointed in air cond. system.

Great Tractor
Model Year: 2005

I bought this tractor new. It has the hydro static drive, R-1 tires, canopy, Kubota front-loader, and an additional set of hydraulic connections. I have used a 7' Bush Hog mower, 16" two-bottom plow, 6" gang disc, 6' Box Blade, and a 5' finish mower with this tractor and have always been pleased with the performance. It is very fuel efficient, and routine maintenance is easy.

Pros: Great quality, cheap to run, cheap to maintain, powerful for size.
Cons: None.

Love My Tractor
Model Year: 2004

I purchased the Kubota used from a dealer who delivered the tractor to me some 100 miles, and his service manager drove the truck and went over the tractor with me. I was impressed and have been with the tractor ever since. I also have an old John Deere 3020 which use to bush hog my place and it is a big old fun tractor to operate. The Kubota has a front bucket and the "quick attach" is slick. I just bought a set of forks from a local Kubota dealer which I really needed, and they can be attached in 10 seconds like the bucket. I am very happy with my equipment!

Pros: 100%
Cons: 0%

Kubota LA5030
Model Year: 2006

I was looking for a replacement for a '64 Ford 4000 to work on our tree farm. I needed a 4wd to operate on not very flat rough terrain. After looking at several makes I decided to go with the Kubota. It is very well built and has the power to take me anywhere I want to go and do anything I need to do. The Quick-Tach is terrific and will take any attachment made unlike the green tractors. The HST is fantastic! Once the learning curve is over, it's very easy to use and very responsive. I rarely have to use the brakes as the tractor stops as soon as the foot pedal goes to the neutral position. The turning radius is great. The instrument panel gives me all the information I need including when to service which is simple if you follow the instructions in the owner's manual. I would purchase a Kubota over any other make. With proper maintenance I expect this tractor to outlive me!

Pros: Heavy duty, powerful, and easy to operate.
Cons: The emergency brake lock light on the dash is sometimes difficult to see in bright light.

L5030 HSTC
Model Year: 2006

I bought this tractor used, and it is evident that it was used regularly on a working farm prior to my purchase. The loader has quite a bit of wear in the pivot pins, which I was surprised at with only 1200 hours. We have primarily used this to cut grass (16 acres) and move round bales for our horses. The hydrostatic transmission has worked well, and makes it easy for my wife to drive, which has been a big positive. It also makes loader operations (changing directions) very easy. She also really likes the cab when cutting, which prevents a lot of the dust and debris from blowing in her face. My only complaint about the cab is it makes it difficult to look over the nose during loader operations, as you can't lean forward or raise up in the seat to improve visibility without hitting your head on the overhead console. The hood over the engine is just high enough that visibility in front of nose and the loader is obstructed. The smallish size of the tractor has also been good for us. It easily fits through the horse gates, and even with the cab is short enough that I can drive it into my conventional garage for storage (7 1/2 foot high door). There is a faint clicking noise in the transmission differential area, but I don't know whether this is normal for these tractors or not. The rear tractor PTO output housing gets quite hot during mowing operations. We've been able to pick up and move large round bales quite easily, though I think more stability would be provided by adding some weight with a 3 point hitch attachment. It has gotten very light on the rear on a couple of occasions with the larger bales, and my mowing deck is not a sufficient counterbalance (I have only air in the tires). The 4 wheel drive has been helpful in muddy fields when moving the round bales. Overall we are very pleased with the tractor. It starts readily even in cold weather, it has been simple to operate, and reliable so far.

Pros: Hydrostatic transmission, power, lifting capability, 4WD, small size.
Cons: Visiblity over the nose with the cab.

L5030 hst; Even Better Than Expected
Model Year: 2005

We bought this tractor new to replace an older, heavy-duty MF machine. It has performed very well- I am now a huge fan of hydro transmissions for general use. In addition, the 3-pt hitch assembly is the strongest,easiest-to-use, best designed I have ever seen. The platform construction and "braking" ability of the hst made this a safe machine for our sons to learn on.

Pros: QA loader plate---incredibly easy to swap bucket for pallet forks. We also detach the loader frame every summer for field work. It is easy and quick as well.
Cons: Position of the loader operating lever is very poor. It is a hazard if you must get off on the right side. This whole assembly was moved to the right fender on the Lxx40 series- I must not have been the only one who didn't like it!

Poor Paint
Model Year: 2005

The paint has started to fade. I have waxed this tractor and it has stays under cover all the time.

Pros: Starts every time.
Cons: Paint.

Kubota L5030
Model Year: 2006

Super design, strong work horse, easy controls, works well with attachments.

Pros: Powerful PTO, smooth ride, easy general maintainence.
Cons: None yet.

L5030 Great Power But Hydraulics Lacking
Model Year: 2001

Tractor is pricey to own as I have not been able to find Kubota Super UDT without going back to the dealer. Runs great and performance is wonderful. Has anyone been able to get the hydraulic floats to level ground evenly? Mine seem to look like a wash board.

Pros: Strong tractor.
Cons: Costly to operate.

My right hand helper
Model Year: 0

extremely reliable, have hydraulic top link, Pats system, quick attach fel, cab, 4wd, 3ph back hoe, hd bucket. Have added lots of little things that make it just right for my needs. PM me with your email address if interested in all he little add-ons I have done...have a WORD document will send you. It's too large to include here.

Pros: Reliable, plenty of power in engine and FEL.
Cons: Wish there was a dash light indicating when in 4wd.

L5030 chuggin' along in SC
Model Year: 2006

September 2009 was a great month because I made my last tractor payment. And the L5030 is running as well as it did when I took delivery 3 years before. I've got a box scraper, arena rake for the horses, PHD, grapple, 800# spreader, middle-buster, bush-hog, etc. The tractor never flinches. Very pleased.

Pros: HST very easy for my wife too.
Cons: Some indicators like parking-brake difficult to see in direct sunlight.

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