Need opinions on future tractor purchase.

joshua5438 · Sep 17, 2018

Double post.. Sorry!

joshua5438 · Sep 17, 2018

Newby first timer said:
If John Deere has not fixed it yet
The Kubota lets you lift and tilt and lower and tilt your front bucket at the same time

On the JD you actually have to stop and start each function Lift Stop Tilt Stop Lower Stop Tilt Stop.

This would drive my completely bonkers if I was trying to get something done before rain , Freeze or even before Dark.

Just a Thought.

I had seen this comment also about the bucket controls. It would be a pain to have to start and stop for each movement change. That is another big item on my list.

bennyperkins · Sep 17, 2018

I love my new Branson. It is all steal with no plastic or cheap metals. It is a heavy tractor and has great features.

4570Man · Sep 17, 2018

Newby first timer said:
If John Deere has not fixed it yet
The Kubota lets you lift and tilt and lower and tilt your front bucket at the same time

On the JD you actually have to stop and start each function Lift Stop Tilt Stop Lower Stop Tilt Stop.

This would drive my completely bonkers if I was trying to get something done before rain , Freeze or even before Dark.

Just a Thought.

That was my experience with 3 different Deere tractors but I’ve never used a new one. This was enough for me to hate it right from the start.

joshua5438 · Sep 17, 2018

bennyperkins said:
I love my new Branson. It is all steal with no plastic or cheap metals. It is a heavy tractor and has great features.

I will have to research and see if I have any dealers close by. Have not looked at Branson as I have not heard much about them.

3gunr · Sep 17, 2018

I have been running gear and shuttle tractors for 28 yrs.I got my first dual pedal hst mahindra 2538 a year ago,I have 120 hrs on it and absolutely love it.I can mow and do loader work so much quicker.

I never thought anything could be better than a shuttle ,But i was wrong. Lots of colors out there besides green and orange. Whatever you get youll have fun on it.

wagne223 · Sep 17, 2018

MMM = mid mount mower

I dont think you can get a mid PTO on the L series Kubota.

I have used MMM on a B series and cannot figure out why they are appealing. They are very difficult to remove and install.

I would buy a rear finish mower even if I could get a mid PTO.

jeff9366 · Sep 17, 2018

joshua5438 said:
I had seen this video before. I wish they talked more about the Kubota instead of just bashing on the Deere. He mentioned it wasn't comparing apples to apples and I agree. But he should have done a little more comparing or brought the tractor out that he felt was more comparable.

Your Wish is Our Command: Kubota Standard L Series VS. Grand L Series - YouTube

jeff9366 · Sep 17, 2018

joshua5438 said:
I will have to research and see if I have any dealers close by. Have not looked at Branson as I have not heard much about them.

Your location should be part of your T-B-N PROFILE, so it shows every time you post.

(Central Idaho, Upstate New York, Rhode Island, sufficient.)

If you post an exact location members quite often direct correspondents to good, used tractors nearby.

majorwager · Sep 17, 2018

Many different MMM opinions.

I am w/ Wayne on this and remain opposed. The first time you get hung up crossing a ditch or depression, it will be clear to you. Even the drive over type are not the best mowing solution. Rear 3 point is the preference.

It is NOT required to disclose locations, privacy is to be respected, personal preference. Responses not impacted by location police, as they are self- appointed busy- bodies.