Comparison Kubota or John Deere

[Ilovemytractor]

I have been looking at Kubota Grand L6060 and looking at John Deere 4066R tractors. Horse power is about the same. They are both good tractors I believe. One thing is troubling me. Weight matters with a tractor. A heavier tractor can do more. Kubota Grand L6060 is almost 1000ibs more than the John Deere in the same class. Just wondering why and what you think is the better buy? Thanks

 

[nybirdman]

Welcome neighbor,we are just across the border outside of Ogdensburg.How do they compare price wise?Both are Tier 4 tractors.I know when I first looked the comparable Kubota was cheaper;I purchased a new L3130 in 2004 traded that for a L4240 HSTC(love the cab) and purchased a used L3000DT for the woods.
We have had good luck with Kubota but JD makes a great tractor also.I would guess it would come down to have comfortable they feel and dealer support.
What will be your uses?You are right, weight is important.

 

[ovrszd]

Yeah, knowing your uses would help with advice.

For me, I like more HP, less weight. I can always add weight if needed. Pretty hard to eliminate weight.

 

[arlen4720]

The kubota is a nice machine for sure, but something isn't adding up with the weight. I don't see any way possible that the kubota could be 1000 pounds heavier. Where are you getting your info?
Are you comparing cab models?

 

[nybirdman]

Checked TractorData.com - information on all makes and models of tractors on these two tractors;you are right(arlen4720) very similar weights.

 

[Ilovemytractor]

I haven't looked into much more than the specs, going to both dealerships and talking to the people in the dealerships. John Deere is more expensive. Kubota dealership is a fair bit closer. Were buying a hobby farm in the spring, looks like the one we looking at now has 38 acres and there is another one with 50 acres. I am in my early sixties now so i am not looking for any big farming operation. Property maintenance, snowblowing, maintain the gravel driveway, cutting fields and I am sure there some I am not thinking about. Still gathering information and want to make the best decision on what to buy.

 

[Ilovemytractor]

Yeah, knowing your uses would help with advice.

For me, I like more HP, less weight. I can always add weight if needed. Pretty hard to eliminate weight.

Thank you for writing.

 

[jeff9366]

I have an L3560. All of the Grand L's have the same features and share one Operator's Manual.
Every one of the numerous 'over spec' features which come standard on a Grand L are much appreciated in the field.
Especially, especially the extendable Lower Links and pinned and adjustable Stabilizers and the HST+ transmission.

 

[HEC]

My needs are and were almost exactly as yours are now . I bought an a new M5700 back in 2005 which is in the same HP range your looking at. It has met all my needs and than some for sure . I don't know how I could have gotten along without it for all those years. I have had zero problems with the tractor . It only has about 500 hrs. on it so it doesn't get tons of use . I mow 40 acres of fields every year , plow my garden , use to get some firewood with it , and take care of a long driveway for snow removal and maintenance and all those chores it comes in so handy for . I did buy a 2650 last summer to have a cab for the snow removal and cultivating garden etc. . I did get the 5700 out a couple times this winter to push back some snow banks etc. . My choice would be the Kubota if you are happy with the dealer , but JD makes a fine tractor also .

 

[RedNeckRacin]

I had the exact opposite problem you are having. The kubota was over 1500lbs lighter than the JD. Ovrszd and I have completely Different views about the weight. It doesn't come from a heavier cab it's in the frame and axles. With tractors, weight is pulling power as long as you have the horsepower. I added over 1600lbs of rimguard to the rear tires, 200 lbs of wheel weights and I still have to run a 1700lb counter weight to balance out the loader. It all comes down to your uses though. Engineering is fine for reducing weight, but for longevity I'll take the more stout machine.