Buying Advice Newb looking for tractor

[rcs72]

I'm looking for a compact tractor for general use on 7 acres. I need the tractor to clear bushes etc for fire protection and also to do all landscaping. I've looked at Kubota L2800 and Bocat CT230/235. These are the brands that are local for future warranty/maintenance. I will also be using on my Dad's property (7 acres also) for same thing. Is this the right size to be looking at? For attachments I was thinking loader, box scraper, rotary cutter, and maybe an auger. Any advantages of 1 over the other etc? I know nothing about tractors & don't want to buy to small or to big.

 

[bigbull338]

the L2800 is a real good tractor.an it would work for you with a 5ft shredder.an it would do the other things you want as well.but you might want to look at the L3200 as it might suit your needs as well.

 

[TripleR]

Like bigbull, I would opt for the L3200, but be sure to have the dealer put an implement on the 3PH and have him raise it slow to see if the hitch is jerky as it is on some of this model.

I am sure the L2800 would be fine, I just like to go a little bigger than I think I will need unless I am absolutely sure.

All I know about Kioti tractors is that they are orange; nothing about model numbers. They are, however, good tractors worth serious consideration and either will serve you well.



Good luck.

 

[rcs72]

Should I be looking at 30-35 hp models? Any input on the Bobcat?

 

[DK35vince]

Should I be looking at 30-35 hp models? Any input on the Bobcat?

30-35 HP should work fine.
Check out the Bobcat tractor section. Lots of information there from Bobcat tractor owners.

 

[TripleR]

Should I be looking at 30-35 hp models? Any input on the Bobcat?

Sounds about right and since a Bobcat is a Kioti it should be fine.

I would look at all brands.

 

[rcs72]

There is a LS and Mahindra dealer about an hour away. Any feedback on these brands?

 

[bigbull338]

if i was going to look at the mahindra,i would look at the tierods an ends.an ask qs about them.i heard the other day my cousin busted some tierod ends on his tractor.

 

[TripleR]

There is a LS and Mahindra dealer about an hour away. Any feedback on these brands?

Sorry, don't know anything about them.

 

[Jesse11]

I am sure the L2800 would be fine.It has a 3 cylinder Kubota Diesel Engine that produces 28 horsepower. This tractor has optional two wheel drive and four wheel drive models that weigh up to 2600 pounds.The L2800 tractor has a category 1 three point hitch and its pto is rated 24 hp.

 

[rcs72]

More confused than ever. Today went & test drove the following;
JD 3320: Was pretty comfortable & they want to get rid of it to make room for new model.
Kubota L3240: Drove the smoothest & quietest.
Kioti CK35: Drove good, not as quiet as JD & Kubota
Bobcat 235: Basically the same as CK35 (little cheaper $ though)

All dealers asking about same price except the Kubota is about $1200 more, but I think they would haggle on price.

What's a good price for these models? Any recommendations? I think all are more than what I need, but at least I wouldn't out grow them.

 

[jenkinsph]

I think all of these are good choices. You need to look them all over close and sit in them to decide which one is right for you. Enjoy the shoping process.:thumbsup: