L3240 - which Loader and options?
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Thank you all very much for the feedback, to think I started my search looking at the BX2660 and B2620 models. :confused2:
So now I staring clearly at a $30-$40k bill for this tractor, I think the wife is going to kill me.
Just so I'm clear:
The mid-PTO would allow me the option to run a front Snow blower or sweeper, I don't have intentions of using it right away but it seems like a minor cost given the grand some and allows me the option.
For the 3rd function and rear remotes, That would allow me to use a grapple, front blade with angle adjustment and what else?
The point about power is a good one given the heavier loader and Backhoe. Using the Build your Kubota the L3240HST and L3940HST price out at $41,500 and $44,500 approximately with all remotes, 3rd function, LA724, BH92 w/ Mech Thumb and QA 16" bucket, QA 72" HD round bucket, Mid-PTO. :shocked:
So now I staring clearly at a $30-$40k bill for this tractor, I think the wife is going to kill me.
Just so I'm clear:
The mid-PTO would allow me the option to run a front Snow blower or sweeper, I don't have intentions of using it right away but it seems like a minor cost given the grand some and allows me the option.
For the 3rd function and rear remotes, That would allow me to use a grapple, front blade with angle adjustment and what else?
The point about power is a good one given the heavier loader and Backhoe. Using the Build your Kubota the L3240HST and L3940HST price out at $41,500 and $44,500 approximately with all remotes, 3rd function, LA724, BH92 w/ Mech Thumb and QA 16" bucket, QA 72" HD round bucket, Mid-PTO. :shocked:
kcender
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That would be me,I think.I have an L3240 with a LA724 loader,BH90 backhoe,and loaded R4 tires.I would guess that the whole unit with all fluids weighs around 7700 pounds.This puts it at the low end of power to weight for a tractor.When I discussed this with my dealer he indicated I would have to go to at least a 4240 to have a noticeable increase in power.That being said I am able to do a lot of work with the 3240,it just takes longer than it would with a more powerful tractor.As far as the backhoe,I find they never have enough reach to do everything I would like to do and because of that I would suggest you consider the BH90 or 92.The tractor does have enough weight to handle the larger backhoe.I have mixed feelings about my 3240.In hindsight I think I would have been better off buying a used backhoe for what I am doing which is levelling my property.I don't ever use the three point hitch.One positive thing about the 3240 is that it is easy on fuel.With diesel approaching $1.50 a liter here in Canada the cost of running the tractor is becoming more of a concern all the time.I think the L3240 is a good tractor but it seems like a lot of tractor for the power it has,just my opinion.
crazyangel
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Right on with those attachments for the 3rd function valve. You could also run a 4-1 bucket and front blower chute angle with that. The rear remotes are great for a top-n-tilt setup on a rear blade, wood splitter, etc. I am guessing they will be required for the BH setup too. Some guys will use the rear remotes to operate a grapple too by running a line hydraulic hose from the rear remote to the front of the loader. It's not as sexy as the 3rd function valve, but it works.
The Build Your Kubota tool is a great place to start as you are figuring out options. It was such a great learning tool for me. Keep in mind that you should be able to get 10 to 12 percent below the price listed on the website when you start to talk seriously with your dealer. You might even do better if you are a good negotiator
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I knew I had read it somewhere. My wife and I started out looking at a 3240, but figured fairly early on that it was not going to have enough power and settled on a 4240. Before we ordered it a used 5030 came along at a considerable savings.
We went the used backhoe route quite a few years ago when we had need of a bh and it paid for itself. We now just rent an excavator or bh on the rare occasion one is needed.
No doubt the 32/3540 work well for some people or they wouldn't make them.
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Get the bigger backhoe. Either the 90 or 92. So much better than the 77. I had a 3130 for three years with the backhoe and it worked great. If I had alot of loader work, I would take the hoe off as I couldnt get enough downward pressure on the front bucket. It would just float. That backhoe was a hoss. The 32 will be great on fuel esp when you run 2400 rpms for the hoe. My new 57 would go through twice as much fuel.
THe 32 will work just fine. You will just have to go slower. I run in very muddy conditions up here where my tires sink in at least a foot. Like a clay substance. The 5740 will run med/high range around 5 mph. The 3130 would run right at around 2 mph with full bucket. If time is no big issue, the 32 will work fine.
As i have never owned a 35 or 3940, I dont know how big of a jump that is for seat of the pants. I went big power for loader work.
As other have stated, get it with at least one rear remote, 3rd function, and R4's.
THe 32 will work just fine. You will just have to go slower. I run in very muddy conditions up here where my tires sink in at least a foot. Like a clay substance. The 5740 will run med/high range around 5 mph. The 3130 would run right at around 2 mph with full bucket. If time is no big issue, the 32 will work fine.
As i have never owned a 35 or 3940, I dont know how big of a jump that is for seat of the pants. I went big power for loader work.
As other have stated, get it with at least one rear remote, 3rd function, and R4's.
