Kioti or BOBCAT

[kayaker]

Hey Guys I posted this on the BOBCAT forum as well.
I'm currently in the market for a compact tractor around the 26hp range give or take a few HP. I was originally looking into used one from the kubota, NH, and Massey. The price around here for used are outrageous. Then I stumbled across Kioti. With a little research discovered BOBCAT. Hoping to go price and sit on these this week. I'm looking at the CT225 or CT122 or the Kioti equivalent. My question for you Kioti owners: Why did you go with Kioti instead of BOBCAT? I can only assume the price was cheaper buying Kioti, since BOBCAT tractors are essentially Kioti machines.

I would be getting a FEL. There seems to be some debate in the difference between the Kioti and BOBCAT loaders? Can you fill me in?

I'll be using this tractor to maintain my 1300 foot driveway. Landscaping around the house. Cutting firewood and simply playing around, cause I'm a man and want a tractor!
Thanks in Advance!

 

[Loren49]

Not sure there is much price difference - probably depends on current rebates. Kioti offers gear or HST while Bobcat is all HST,other wise not much difference as far as I know.

Loren

 

[VictorW]

Bobcat didn't have theirs when I bought my Kioti CK30hst, a 30hp hydro trans. The gear tractor is cheaper, which only Kioti has, if that's what you're looking for. Otherwise they're the same tractor. Bobcat's fel, bh, and other attachments are their own. Some have mentioned that Bobcat's fel seems to be stronger. Wallace tractor, from this site, can give you a better idea. He is very acquainted with both. Happy tractor hunting. I don't think you'll be disappointed with either. I'd go for the best price.

 

[charleyfarmall]

In this case, the dealer matters more than the tractor.

 

[IXLR8]

Bobcat tractors didn't exist when I bought my Kioti. I believe the Kioti has a better warranty. Bobcat does seem to have a few more 'accessories' than Kioti; front mount snowblower, mid mount mower come to mind... but they will fit a Kioti if you want them. There was a period where Bobcat was about giving away the tractors to get into the market. Now pricing seems to vary based on local markets, some places Kioti is cheaper, some places Bobcat is. Wallace knows the differences and if he spots this thread I am sure he will let you know. If I had to choose now it would depend on dealer and then price. Although I will admit I don't see myself on a white tractor.

 

[VictorW]

Although I will admit I don't see myself on a white tractor.

Hi Ho Silver....Now who doesn't want to be the lone ranger?

 

[Mousefield]

Bobcat tractors didn't exist when I bought my Kioti. I believe the Kioti has a better warranty. Bobcat does seem to have a few more 'accessories' than Kioti; front mount snowblower, mid mount mower come to mind... but they will fit a Kioti if you want them. There was a period where Bobcat was about giving away the tractors to get into the market. Now pricing seems to vary based on local markets, some places Kioti is cheaper, some places Bobcat is. Wallace knows the differences and if he spots this thread I am sure he will let you know. If I had to choose now it would depend on dealer and then price. Although I will admit I don't see myself on a white tractor.

White just does not do it for me when it comes to a tractor. I did get a price from Bobcat when I got my Ck35 almost 3 years ago.
Thankfully Kioti was cheaper. :laughing: :licking: :thumbsup:

 

[jgriswol538802]

Actually , I believe there are some Bobcat models available with shuttle shift at this point.

 

[Slackdaddy]

Kioti was slightly more than BC,, But at the very last minute the BC dealer wanted to charge me extra for the tires not kidding!
BC dealer would not add bucket hooks or fill the tires, said it would void the warranty ??

Drove 5 hours to see Wallace tractor to get what I wanted at a good price.

 

[Gittyup]

Actually , I believe there are some Bobcat models available with shuttle shift at this point.

To my knowledge, not in 35 HP or less.