Any one heard of the new M62 coming out?

Wormwood · Aug 16, 2016

That M5-111 is in a totally different class, from the 3pt. system to the cab it focus' more on creature comforts while maintaining the same level of performance. Just to compare the M5 is lighter than the M62, however, I understand kubota does make a backhoe you can put on the back of the M5. Which backhoe it is I don't know. The M62's FEL is bigger than the M5 but can lift higher than the M62. So yeah it's a cloudy comparison to say the least. The only thing I know is that 12' bushhog on the back would really nice if it would ever stop raining.

Maybe I could buy some goats to help with keeping the field cut? I'm afraid they'll start eating your tractor if they run out of grass...

Wormwood

Piston · Aug 17, 2016

Ya it's definitely a strange comparison

Funny part is, I don't even really need a backhoe, I just need more front end loader capacity, and a few more hp at the pto is never a bad thing for running a stumpgrinder. If the M62 had a factory cab (or the M5 had HST) this would be an easy decision!

Wormwood · Aug 22, 2016

Hey Matt, I was looking at all the attachments & implements, regarding your grapple who is the mfg. Also did Kubota ever offer one for your tractor? I'm curious about a grapple on the M62 since I installed the thumb on the backhoe, it's got me thinking...

I need a sprayer first, it's about to be misquito season with all the standing water we have right now...

Wormwood

A BX25 with electric breaker attachment :laughing:

Piston · Aug 22, 2016

There is nothing more useful on a tractor than a FEL grapple in my opinion. I sort of just "assume" everyone has one already

However, if you don't, you are definitely going to be happy you started thinking about it...

To answer your question, I have a 64" grapple made by WR LONG. It is the model OBG-II. If I upgrade to an M62 I will keep my grapple and use it on the new tractor, but if I was buying new, I would look at the specs on a slightly heavier duty model. Only reason is because mine is rated to lift 2500 lbs (although I'm confident it can go far beyond that) and with the 3000 lbs or so of lift capacity of the M62, and the 500lb weight of the grapple, it would be right at max. They also have an OBG-1 grapple that I'd look at, but also check out the Everything Attachments grapple. Those seem to be a great bang for the buck.

I never looked into a Kubota specific model because anything they do sell is probably made by another manufacturer anyways. My FEL has the Kubota specific pin on quick attach system (not skid steer and WR Long made my grapple to fit that system. I have no complaints and have put it through the paces for sure.

Regarding the M62 operators platform....Is there enough room to the left of the operators seat, where a small child would be able to stand or rig up some sort of little seat for them to ride along? I know that there are a lot of opinions on having kids on a tractor but I'm only looking for some thoughts on whether they would fit there or not. There is no room on my L4610 and my son has to sit on my lap when going for a ride. I'd like for him to be able to stand or have some sort of seat next to me if possible, like I used to do when my dad brought me along.

Does anyone have a photo that shows the operator seat and the space next to, and behind it? I'm curious how much "room" there really is there. Seems like there can't be too much based on the size of the machine?

mike69440 · Aug 22, 2016

Piston said:
There is nothing more useful on a tractor than a FEL grapple in my opinion. I sort of just "assume" everyone has one already However, if you don't, you are definitely going to be happy you started thinking about it...

To answer your question, I have a 64" grapple made by WR LONG. It is the model OBG-II. If I upgrade to an M62 I will keep my grapple and use it on the new tractor, but if I was buying new, I would look at the specs on a slightly heavier duty model. Only reason is because mine is rated to lift 2500 lbs (although I'm confident it can go far beyond that) and with the 3000 lbs or so of lift capacity of the M62, and the 500lb weight of the grapple, it would be right at max. They also have an OBG-1 grapple that I'd look at, but also check out the Everything Attachments grapple. Those seem to be a great bang for the buck.

I never looked into a Kubota specific model because anything they do sell is probably made by another manufacturer anyways. My FEL has the Kubota specific pin on quick attach system (not skid steer and WR Long made my grapple to fit that system. I have no complaints and have put it through the paces for sure.

Regarding the M62 operators platform....Is there enough room to the left of the operators seat, where a small child would be able to stand or rig up some sort of little seat for them to ride along? I know that there are a lot of opinions on having kids on a tractor but I'm only looking for some thoughts on whether they would fit there or not. There is no room on my L4610 and my son has to sit on my lap when going for a ride. I'd like for him to be able to stand or have some sort of seat next to me if possible, like I used to do when my dad brought me along.

Does anyone have a photo that shows the operator seat and the space next to, and behind it? I'm curious how much "room" there really is there. Seems like there can't be too much based on the size of the machine?

Not saying I have not had a kid or two on my tractor, but I run slow and always consider the situation of a passenger getting under a wheel.
Usually the rider was in back of me holding on to each other and in the BH platform with the BH swing locked. If not I was moving at a snails pace. Standing by you feet, a child could slip off the tractor and end up under the rear tire. I also would give a kid and my dog a ride in the carry all of my little tractor.
Riding on the operator platform, you should consider configuring a buddy seat and seat belt. The M62 platform has decent room. I've seen it at the dealer.

Piston · Aug 24, 2016

mike69440 said:
Riding on the operator platform, you should consider configuring a buddy seat and seat belt. The M62 platform has decent room. I've seen it at the dealer.

Thanks Mike, I would certainly rig up some sort of buddy seat if room allows, and it sounds like there is probably enough room for it. I need to go see one in person to get a feel for it.

Piston · Aug 25, 2016

I know Kubota doesn't list the loader as "detachable" like most standard tractors, but assuming you put quick disconnects on the hydraulics, is there any reason you couldn't easily remove the loader?

mike69440 · Aug 25, 2016

Piston said:
I know Kubota doesn't list the loader as "detachable" like most standard tractors, but assuming you put quick disconnects on the hydraulics, is there any reason you couldn't easily remove the loader?

If you had another tractor, you could hammer out the 4 pins and remove the loader, the loader posts would stay. You would have to support the Lift cylinders or have way to hook them to the frame.

Easy? Not Really. That front end would be really light also.

I'm rebuilding my L39, and taking the loader fame off and apart was not real easy or real hard, but I'd never take it off if I didn't need too
Removing the bucket off is easy.

Hersheyfarm · Sep 18, 2016

http://cdn-ecomm.dreamingcode.com/public/224/documents/Current-KUBOTA_M62_SELLSHEET_lowres_pdf-224-34869-1.pdf

I guess this is kubotas 'factory cab' for the m62. Pretty much a joke. I've seen some incredible factory cabs on small kubota tractors not to mention the mini x's.

Piston · Sep 18, 2016

Yup, that's it. I have to say it looks about as nice as any aftermarket cab could be, but it's far from a factory cab!

I wonder if it would fit an M59? I don't see why not?

It does look good though compared to other aftermarket options. I would say if it was priced in the 4K dollar range it would be a good seller.

However, that cab cost $8,500 including heat. No AC.

This M62 really seems like a winner in my book for what I'd like it for. My biggest reservations were no cab, and no buddy seat. I brought my son to sit on one with me at the dealer, and we tried out the seating arrangement and found that there would be plenty of space for a homemade buddy seat.

I got a quote that knocked me to the floor and crushed all my dreams of the M62.

Including a cab, it was an astonishing $81,500!!!!! That was straight from my dealer.

Hersheyfarm · Sep 18, 2016

Romans Outdoor Power

There are some at machinerytrader for sale online. Seems prices are $60k. $21k is ridiculous for that cab.

Wormwood · Sep 23, 2016

I finally got ~45 hrs. and a 100% clogged filter. The alert to clean the filter came on just like it said and I monkeyed with the various controls for 5 mins. trying to get the thing into regeneration! Turns out you have to REALLY crank up the rpms. Somewhere around 2,500. (my L3901 was lower & not nearly as loud) The M62 sounds like you're staged at a dragstrip. Judging by the looks I got, others will wonder if your thottle cable is stuck and after they realize it's not, they'll figure you're just an @$$h*!€ trying to make noise.

It really got me down there for a minute, I just sat there in the shade while it did it's thing. Then after 4-5 minutes, I heard it make a hiccup. I looked at the dash and the filter was at 0% and no longer flashing regeneration. The whole thing lasted maybe 6 minutes from rev-up to finished! Ya know... I wish my wife had one of those PF gauge on her forehead to let me know when she's going into regen. :laughing: :laughing:

I can say you'll wanna to raise the FEL away from the blow torch exhaust and just park it in the shade on gravel or dirt. Grass will ignite so something like bushhogging... um no. I know they say don't regen. around combustibles, but I consider those things like gunpowder, gasoline, and LP. I had to realign my understanding to include things like rubber, grass, dog poop, or pretty much anything except water.

Steve

Wormwood · Sep 23, 2016

Sorry Piston, that Curtis cab shouldn't be considered, even if it did have A/C... the M62 simply isn't going to have a factory cab. They'd have to do some serious re engineering to get a cab that could be heated, cooled, and didn't fog up the windows. It lacks the enviromental separation that's designed in from the beginning anything less is a bandaid fix that's way overpriced.

It's aggravating for me as well, I rented a Komatsu for my dozer operator I thought it was an open cab, nope, it's a full cab with A/C!!! That's okay, I just keep pulling the A/C fuse

. I tell him that A/C burns too much diesel. He keeps bringing replacement fuses to work everyday. I gotta save money any way I can, it was 95 today!

Steve

Piston · Feb 23, 2017

Is this anyone's on here? I'd love to ask the owner a few questions.
Kubota M62 M59 with pronovost 8 snowblower rear pto - YouTube

mike69440 · Feb 23, 2017

Piston said:
Is this anyone's on here? I'd love to ask the owner a few questions.
Kubota M62 M59 with pronovost 8 snowblower rear pto - YouTube

Kubota m62 pronovost 8 - YouTube
Also needs a 9' V plow on the front and some chains, loaded tires.
Not really impressed.

Piston · Feb 23, 2017

Looks like I messed up the link, hopefully this works.
Kubota M62 M59 with pronovost 8 snowblower rear pto - YouTube

Definitely a nice setup for sure! Very impressive!

ghec369 · Apr 14, 2018

Wormwood said:
Sorry Piston, that Curtis cab shouldn't be considered, even if it did have A/C... the M62 simply isn't going to have a factory cab. They'd have to do some serious re engineering to get a cab that could be heated, cooled, and didn't fog up the windows. It lacks the enviromental separation that's designed in from the beginning anything less is a bandaid fix that's way overpriced.

It's aggravating for me as well, I rented a Komatsu for my dozer operator I thought it was an open cab, nope, it's a full cab with A/C!!! That's okay, I just keep pulling the A/C fuse . I tell him that A/C burns too much diesel. He keeps bringing replacement fuses to work everyday. I gotta save money any way I can, it was 95 today!

Steve

Hi Steve

You posted a few notes re: your M62 (2016). I wanted to ask if you are still happy with your purchase? I am considering buying one, a new 2016 model with 11.2 hrs that I am able to get a great price on. It is the last unit this dealer has and is offering me a great deal. Wondered if you have had any issues with it? Anything you have done to make it operate better?, etc..

Would appreciate any input. Mine would be simply for personal use and the occasional job that might come up. I looked at the L47 and did not like how small rear tires are in it.

Hector

MutzFarm · Apr 14, 2018

ghec369 said:
Hi Steve

You posted a few notes re: your M62 (2016). I wanted to ask if you are still happy with your purchase? I am considering buying one, a new 2016 model with 11.2 hrs that I am able to get a great price on. It is the last unit this dealer has and is offering me a great deal. Wondered if you have had any issues with it? Anything you have done to make it operate better?, etc..

Would appreciate any input. Mine would be simply for personal use and the occasional job that might come up. I looked at the L47 and did not like how small rear tires are in it.

Hector

Dunno bout Steve, but we love our M62. We got it August 2017 and already broke 500hrs. We wouldnt trade it. We have used our rotary cutter, tiller, back hoe, grapple, backhoe, etc.

Check out some of the stuff we done with it here http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/384629-having-blast-our-new-m62.html

Wormwood · Apr 14, 2018

A little over 350 hours coming up on it's 2 years old & the honeymoon is over between me & my M62, it's got dings & scratches all over it and it's in dire need of a bath. I think it performs better with the neglect though. Anyway, I run a landpride 12' batwing on 65 acres, have 2" spacers on the rears, also run a 48" Bradco trencher, a land leveler, single spindle bushhog, auger, a piece of crap sprayer from tractor supply, & a buffalo turbine blower. I only wish for a cab with heat & AC but it simply won't happen. the only thing they could change is the outriggers, they're a little too short. Since I have the 2" spacers on the wheels, the outriggers only take the weight of the axles, well they might widen the stance 6" more inches but that about it. Performance wise, I don't even mind the emissions crap because the M62 makes up for the hassle with its abilities, & even then I understand the Canada diesel shops can get around the emissions, if that's your thing....

Wormwood

Oh & nope I haven't had any issues, kinda feel like I wasted my money buying the service manual because I haven't needed it yet... the backhoe has got to be the claim to fame with it. I can put the 12" trenching bucket on & dig to china if I wanted to. I live in Arkansas, you won't see any videos demonstrating a tractor in Arkansas because the ground around hear is miserable. The M62 can cope with all the quartz, shale, clay, & hardwoods. I'd post some pictures but they all post upside down...

ghec369 · Apr 14, 2018

While asking about what everyone thought of M62, I failed to mention the one I am looking at has no hydraulics. They want an outrageous amount for me to get a unit with hydraulics. I never had them on my small L2900 n think I can live without them. As mentioned, I think I am getting a great deal on a new basic unit for about $55k. I was also told there is absolutely no difference between a 2016 model n a 2017 n 2018 model. Therefore, not sure why I would pay more for a 2017 or 2018.

I have heard a few people mention the outriggers are a bit short n was also hoping current users were fairly unanimous in saying they like everything about the tractor. I hope the outrigger issue is not a big deal. I also called local mechanic n he indicated he has yet to see one come in for any kind of service.

I am just a bit apprehensive about the purchase, given the high dollar n possible limited use I will have on the machine. However, I found only a $7k difference between the L47 n the M62 n would prefer to have the larger unit. Any other thoughts would be great to get current users perspective.

H