Definitly having doubts about making a Mahindra Commitment

[mike69440]

I have 3 Kubotas; 2 tractors and a RTV, and one old Komatsu excavator.

The smaller Kubota a 32 Year old B7200 Compact, still has a like new motor and the gear and PT0 never have given me trouble, but the tractor itself is just plain wore out. Front end, Loader and some of the hydraulics are really worn and tired.

I decided the coat and effort to fix thinks on this great little worn out tired girl just is not worth it.

I bet I could get good money for someone with a lightly used B7200 that needs major parts, like gear transmission etc.

It stupid what old Kubotas bring for prices., even stupider what new ones are going for.

So I am considering a Max, the bigger 28 in a gear, as it will do a lot of ground engagement, as well as the lighter loader work.

I like the weight, but the weight seems not to be quality weight.

I see lots of disappointment in the owners on this Mahindra Tractor forum and other forums that sure give me pause.

Poor engineering design, spotty material quality and assembly.

Lots of low hour machines with problems unheard of with most Kubota tractors.

I consider a machine with 2000 hours early mid life.

Anyone out there with a Mahindra Tractor with +2000 hours, and if so what did it take to get you there?

I need equipment that I can count on not having to spend a lot of time fixing. I need to use my time operating.

I think I need to look over these Indian machines really close.

I would really appreciate honest meaninful feedback.

Thank you.

 

[jhasafety1]

I don't know what forum you have been reading but I haven't seen a lot of dissatisfied with Mahindra Max 28. I have had mine for over 2 years, it was one of the first off the line. It has done everything I have asked and more. You might narrow your search for Mahindra Max 28, I image you can find fault in any brand if you look hard enough.

 

[AchingBack]

I have 3 Kubotas; 2 tractors and a RTV, and one old Komatsu excavator.

The smaller Kubota a 32 Year old B7200 Compact, still has a like new motor and the gear and PT0 never have given me trouble, but the tractor itself is just plain wore out. Front end, Loader and some of the hydraulics are really worn and tired.

I decided the coat and effort to fix thinks on this great little worn out tired girl just is not worth it.

I bet I could get good money for someone with a lightly used B7200 that needs major parts, like gear transmission etc.

It stupid what old Kubotas bring for prices., even stupider what new ones are going for.

So I am considering a Max, the bigger 28 in a gear, as it will do a lot of ground engagement, as well as the lighter loader work.

I like the weight, but the weight seems not to be quality weight.

I see lots of disappointment in the owners on this Mahindra Tractor forum and other forums that sure give me pause.

Poor engineering design, spotty material quality and assembly.

Lots of low hour machines with problems unheard of with most Kubota tractors.

I consider a machine with 2000 hours early mid life.

Anyone out there with a Mahindra Tractor with +2000 hours, and if so what did it take to get you there?

I need equipment that I can count on not having to spend a lot of time fixing. I need to use my time operating.

I think I need to look over these Indian machines really close.

I would really appreciate honest meaninful feedback.

Thank you.

You haven't read about Max28 owners being disappointed because those threads do not exist, to my recollection. Not that it matters, but the Max 28 is not an Indian machine. It is built by Mitsubishi.

In my opinion, you are making things up and have no intention of buying a Mahindra. Sorry if I have falsely accused you. If you are so happy with Kubota, why not be loyal to the brand?

 

[murphy1244]

Yea if your happy with Kubota, why change?

 

[mike69440]

You haven't read about Max28 owners being disappointed because those threads do not exist, to my recollection. Not that it matters, but the Max 28 is not an Indian machine. It is built by Mitsubishi.

In my opinion, you are making things up and have no intention of buying a Mahindra. Sorry if I have falsely accused you. If you are so happy with Kubota, why not be loyal to the brand?

I'm not brand loyal, i look at product, and dealer support as objective as I can.

I really can't afford Mahindra Tractor never mind a Kubota. A Kubota with similar specs is Plus 20K. I have found a new Leftover Max28 snd hear is my reasoning for getting a new tractor.
Even if i keep the little Kubota running I doubt it will be around when I finally get to old to play farmer anymore. (10 Years or so?) The Kubota has always not been quite enought tractor, and its manual steering.

So do try keeping the little Kubota going, full knowing that it mostly likely will need replacement at some point.

Teir 4 emmisssions may change where even smaller units will get very complicated. Costs of tractors are going uo. To replace my L39 would be $50K as equipped.

I would hate to be a one tractor farmer. There is just so much you can do with a smaller tractor. Handy does not nearly decribe a good small tractor. I'd dread the day I could not have the versiitlity of having a machine for the biggger stuff and dirt moving, and a smaller unit for the typical farm stuff.
I say to myself all the time, what would i do without it, but more aptly, if i did not have the tools, the work would not happen. i would not even try.

My 6000 hour Komatsu has a Mitsubishi motor, and only smokes less than 1/2 a pack a day. It's never been rebuilt and runs a smoth as a Civic 4 cylinder.

I think the Max 28 derived from the Cllub Kadet, that also was built by Mitsubishi.

I have not seen many problems with the MAX 28, but I kind of freaked when I saw a large percent of posts on Mahindra dealing with problems, more so than the Kubota forum.
This would be a big purchase for me as building the new home & farm really took a lot out of us finacially.

 

[mike69440]

I don't know what forum you have been reading but I haven't seen a lot of dissatisfied with Mahindra Max 28. I have had mine for over 2 years, it was one of the first off the line. It has done everything I have asked and more. You might narrow your search for Mahindra Max 28, I image you can find fault in any brand if you look hard enough.

You are correct, regarding the Max 28 not getting bad press, and I appreciate your feedback.

 

[TomSeller]

Remember what you said about Kubota resale. You will get your money back out it that is the brand you feel most comfortable with.

 

[s219]

A Kubota with similar specs is Plus 20K.

That I am not so sure about, as I have bought several Kubotas well under $20K with specs as good or better than the Max 28. They were in the $15K range (B2920) and $18K range (L3200). Both larger than the Max 28, one size up in the case of the B and two sizes up in the case of the L.

As for the Max 28, I don't think there are any issues with them at all. My neighbor has one, and it's been great for 2 years. The fit and finish is good, compared to some other Mahindras where it's a little spotty. The only thing to watch for would be tire size, as I have seen Max 28s come with all different tire sizes. My neighbor's machine has very small R4 tires, almost like a riding mower. So be sure you are getting the largest tire size available if ground clearance is a factor.

 

[Garandman]

I see lots of disappointment in the owners on this Mahindra Tractor forum and other forums that sure give me pause.

Poor engineering design, spotty material quality and assembly.

Lots of low hour machines with problems unheard of with most Kubota tractors.

I think I need to look over these Indian machines really close.

I would really appreciate honest meaninful feedback.

Thank you.

The Max28 is made by Mitsubishi. The next size up is built by TYM in Korea. Does Mahindra sell any made-in-India tractors in the US?

 

[MtnViewRanch]

The Max28 is made by Mitsubishi. The next size up is built by TYM in Korea. Does Mahindra sell any made-in-India tractors in the US?

You're joking right? :confused3:

The Max and 16 series tractors are made by Mitsubishi.

The 10 series are made by TYM for Mahindra using what Mahindra tells them to use.
IMO, if you want a 10 series, by a TYM, you will get more for less money.

The 25-4500 and 30-5500 series tractors are Mahindra's economy tractor, built by Mahindra in India.

The 35-3500 and 60-Mpower machines are their deluxe tractors, built by Mahindra in India.

ALL of these tractors are available to be purchased in the USA. :thumbsup:

 

[mike69440]

That I am not so sure about, as I have bought several Kubotas well under $20K with specs as good or better than the Max 28. They were in the $15K range (B2920) and $18K range (L3200). Both larger than the Max 28, one size up in the case of the B and two sizes up in the case of the L.

As for the Max 28, I don't think there are any issues with them at all. My neighbor has one, and it's been great for 2 years. The fit and finish is good, compared to some other Mahindras where it's a little spotty. The only thing to watch for would be tire size, as I have seen Max 28s come with all different tire sizes. My neighbor's machine has very small R4 tires, almost like a riding mower. So be sure you are getting the largest tire size available if ground clearance is a factor.

The B2620 & B2920 are realy the same size as the Max 28 maybe a bit taller but length and width are about the same. The Kubota is 270 pounds lighter and loader is not as strong, although many Kubota loaders do a bit better than spec. however the Max 28 having the weight and lift advange give it the advantage.

I like that the Kubota has a 2 Speed PTO.

TractorData.com Kubota B2620 tractor dimensions information
TractorData.com Mahindra Max 28 XL tractor dimensions information

For grins I'll get a quote on the B2620 to see how it compares to the Max 28.
The B2620 is a HST ( 3 Speed) , I'd Prefer a gear but not a deal breaker, expecially with a L M &H range.

I'll get the quote not from the dealer 4 miles from me, as they sell at list. I'll post the results.

The L3200/L3400 is a real weakling for their size. Too big, tippy & light duty. I've used my neighbors, works good as a big lawn mower. Other freinds have grand L's, much better. The 2620/2920 are not bad looking tractors as I remember when I took a quick glance at them.

 

[s219]

Don't waste your time with a paper study of the specs -- the B2620/2920 are definitely bigger than the Max all around -- I had my 2920 parked next to my neighbor's Max many times, and you could tell the Max was a sub-compact and the B was a compact. The dimensions don't really tell the story, it's really about sub-compact vs. compact. The Max is heavy and has a strong loader for its size, but it is not completely "usable" without very careful ballasting and operation. It's a small tractor, and that is very obvious when using one next to a larger Kubota B. Nothing against the Max.

I was not trying to steer you into a B or L, just pointing out that they are well under $20K contrary to what you said. My B2920 with front loader and R4 tires was $15400 new. That model, and the other B2x20 series are on the way out, so you may not find many at dealers if you ask for a quote. There are replacement models in the B series, both at the standard (B2601) and deluxe (B2650) levels.

Really the equivalent Kubotas to the Max series are the BX line, though there is some overlap into the B series in the case of the Max 28.

 

[murphy1244]

Heck JT has a 2620 for sale at Barlows for 18k now.

 

[s219]

Heck JT has a 2620 for sale at Barlows for 18k now.

Shoot, there's probably a good deal, assuming the OP wants a backhoe and doesn't object to the extra $5-6K it adds to the used price. I doubt Barlows would separate it out.

 

[murphy1244]

Only has 73 hours garage kept and all maintenance has been done. Not a bad deal at all.

 

[kneedeep]

Why would a 3peat Bota owner come to the Mahindra site and declare he is NOT going to buy a Max???:confused3:

Is he trying to start a fight? unch:

 

[AchingBack]

Why would a 3peat Bota owner come to the Mahindra site and declare he is NOT going to buy a Max???:confused3:

Is he trying to start a fight? unch:

Others wonder the same. I give the OP the benefit of the doubt. He may be perfectly satisfied with the orange but at the same time, wondering if the Japanese restaurant around the corner has better food.

 

[TomSeller]

Why would a 3peat Bota owner come to the Mahindra site and declare he is NOT going to buy a Max???:confused3:

Is he trying to start a fight? unch:

No, I don't think so. He is looking for advice. He was under the impression Kubotas were more expensive than they are. At the same time he had an interest in a good Mahindra model.

 

[kneedeep]

No, I don't think so. He is looking for advice. He was under the impression Kubotas were more expensive than they are. At the same time he had an interest in a good Mahindra model.

I must have missed something :confused3:

 

[mike69440]

QUOTE=s219;3962572]Shoot, there's probably a good deal, assuming the OP wants a backhoe and doesn't object to the extra $5-6K it adds to the used price. I doubt Barlows would separate it out.[/QUOTE]

I would not know what to do with a backhoe other than sell it. Not a lot of Max tractors around here it would be tough sell.