Kubota or Kioti

[Dargo]

I think it is a bit of a Hyundai/Toyota thing and the real question is whether we are talking Hyundai 1999 or 2011. Hyundai in 1999 was a disappointment while in 2011 they are on solid ground.

I'm sure you've heard me also mention that sort of comparison. Here's something you may find interesting. When my oldest daughter got her first report card, she got all A's. I told her that if she did that every time and graduated valedictorian of her high school class, I'd buy her a brand new car of her choice. (really stepping out there on that promise, huh?) Well, she did it! She never got one single B, ever! Well, on one test in one class, she got a B, but never on a report card and she just graduated as the valedictorian of her HS class.

Do you know what car she picked after doing months of research? A 2011 Kia Sorento. Of course, it had to be ordered since she didn't miss a single option, but it got here and she loves it! If you told me 5 years ago I'd buy a Kia with a sticker price close to 40k I'd have told you that you're nuts. I honestly am more impressed with that Sorento than my sister's 2010 Lexus mid sized SUV.

 

[PHILIP8N]

Take the time to do some reading here, it's vary interesting as to the life cycles of some of the makes and for what some call a normal, is abolutely revolting to others.

I replaced my 1950 8N with a 2009 Kubota L3940. That 8N is over 60 years old and was given to me by my Dad. I can still get any part I need for it, and still use the old girl for odd tasks. I expect my 5 year old son to take this tractor someday (25 years from now) and do something with it (maybe sell it!?).

I wanted a new tractor with all the fancy things a new tractor has, 4WD, diesel, independant PTO, FEL, powerful 3 point, HST, etc., to make my work easier, which it has. I expect 3000+ hours out of this tractor and expect it to last until I die. That is why I bought Kubota with it's great dealer and part support. Will it last as long as the 8N and still be able to get parts for it, I doubt it. I am sure the 8N will outlast the L3940.

Good luck with your decision. The only person you have to satisfy is yourself, because I will not loose any sleep over it.

Philip

 

[TBDonnelly]

I'm sure you've heard me also mention that sort of comparison. Here's something you may find interesting. When my oldest daughter got her first report card, she got all A's. I told her that if she did that every time and graduated valedictorian of her high school class, I'd buy her a brand new car of her choice. (really stepping out there on that promise, huh?) Well, she did it! She never got one single B, ever! Well, on one test in one class, she got a B, but never on a report card and she just graduated as the valedictorian of her HS class.

Do you know what car she picked after doing months of research? A 2011 Kia Sorento. Of course, it had to be ordered since she didn't miss a single option, but it got here and she loves it! If you told me 5 years ago I'd buy a Kia with a sticker price close to 40k I'd have told you that you're nuts. I honestly am more impressed with that Sorento than my sister's 2010 Lexus mid sized SUV.

Wow, that's quite a story! Not only about Kia, but, for you also. Who would have thunk it? Now if Kioti could strike up a relationship with Kia. Assemble their tractors next to the Kia Sorento plant in Georgia/USA. Sell the tractors through the Kia dealership network. Offer a 10 year/100,000 hour warranty (although Kioti offers a very good warranty already). That would be the ticket. :thumbsup:

Don

 

[IslandTractor]

I honestly am more impressed with that Sorento than my sister's 2010 Lexus mid sized SUV.

Well, I'm more impressed with your daughter than either car or any brand of orange tractor. That is quite an accomplishment. And kudos to dad for remembering and carrying through on his promise.

 

[kuboman]

The Kioti look very impressive and I would not be afraid to own one. The problem I have is, is the closest dealer is 200 miles away. Just a little far and few between. I have 3 Kubota dealers with in 30 miles so I have no choice.

 

[bbse]

The Kioti look very impressive and I would not be afraid to own one. The problem I have is, is the closest dealer is 200 miles away. Just a little far and few between. I have 3 Kubota dealers with in 30 miles so I have no choice.

Just a FYI for those who don't know, Bobcat now carries basically the same tractor as Kioti with good incentives. I bought a CT225 last year and I am pleased with the build quality. I have owned a Kubota L3010 GST (sold it because I hated that glide shift on my hills, would be fine on flatter ground). Then a Kioti LK3054 and it was a little tank, tougher than woodpecker lips. Got that one rough and rebuilt it myself. A simple rugged tractor that is really easy to work on. Now the Bobcat...only complaint, the HST relief valve lets go to soon limiting how much of the 27 HP I can get to the tires. I like the Bobcat/Kioti lines for the money but if you have big hills I would recommend the gear over the HST. Of course the Bobcat weighs 1000+ pounds more than the B series Kubotas so if mowing is your primary concern then you might want the lighter tractor. If I had bought the B2910 instead of the L framed L3010 back in 2001, I would probably still have it.

 

[Dargo]

Well, I'm more impressed with your daughter than either car or any brand of orange tractor. That is quite an accomplishment. And kudos to dad for remembering and carrying through on his promise.

Thanks for the kind comments. She most certainly earned it! Oh well, I have 2 more daughters coming up with the same deal and same grade point averages. I figured I may as well work until I'm 80 anyway. And, you know, I'll gladly do it for my kids.

 

[Dargo]

Wow, that's quite a story! Not only about Kia, but, for you also. Who would have thunk it? Now if Kioti could strike up a relationship with Kia. Assemble their tractors next to the Kia Sorento plant in Georgia/USA. Sell the tractors through the Kia dealership network. Offer a 10 year/100,000 hour warranty (although Kioti offers a very good warranty already). That would be the ticket. :thumbsup:

Don

Thanks Don. I honestly look at quality as a fluid thing. I don't think any company can just be stamped with "always quality". Look at Toyota. They are in deep doo doo right now. They rate somewhere towards the bottom of the top 10 manufacturers in customer satisfaction right now.

 

[Steve_Miller]

I'm sure you've heard me also mention that sort of comparison. Here's something you may find interesting. When my oldest daughter got her first report card, she got all A's. I told her that if she did that every time and graduated valedictorian of her high school class, I'd buy her a brand new car of her choice. (really stepping out there on that promise, huh?) Well, she did it! She never got one single B, ever! Well, on one test in one class, she got a B, but never on a report card and she just graduated as the valedictorian of her HS class.

Do you know what car she picked after doing months of research? A 2011 Kia Sorento. Of course, it had to be ordered since she didn't miss a single option, but it got here and she loves it! If you told me 5 years ago I'd buy a Kia with a sticker price close to 40k I'd have told you that you're nuts. I honestly am more impressed with that Sorento than my sister's 2010 Lexus mid sized SUV.

Congratulations to you and your daughter. I suspect you have been a guiding light for her to be able to acheive this honor.

Steve

 

[IslandTractor]

Congratulations to you and your daughter. I suspect you have been a guiding light for her .....

Let's hope not. She sounds like a lovely talented kid. Wouldn't want her to be too influenced by an argumentative, cantankerous HF basher. Of course Dad is rightfully proud but I'm giving full credit to Mrs Dargo and I'm sure an impartial investigation will prove me right. :thumbsup: