LS MT 225S

[sugarloafguy]

Hi,


Anyone seen the new MT 225S up close that replaces the aging XJ units? Pics from National Farm Machinery show look great. I would say they aimed it directly at the Kubota B 2601 which is what Deere should have looked at when they came out with their new downgraded version of the Yanmar-based 2025R.


Brian

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I have not seen one in person, but my dealer had about 2 months ago. He said it was a really big step for LS to compete in that size range. He said it has a lot of upgrade features including a 3 range tranny. He is expecting the first ones any day now. Have you seen the video that LS has on it? Gives a nice walk around, you can see the new drive over mower deck too!

 

[rodneyn]

Just put one on order over weekend it痴 sized like the b2601 but has 1.3 liter Yanmar close to B2650. It does have 3 range Hst which is more desirable than traditional 2 range. Traded NH TC26DA with 400 hours in on it. It痴 about same profile height as the MT225S. Ordered unit with MMM and loader. May regret R4 tires over turf tires. My understanding the mower deck floats unlike the B2650 MMM. Hopefully I have done the right thing since I shopped all models and again LS is price leader for options you are buying. Kioti new CX went up 1000 and TYM 264 way behind on technical advances but is competitive but stripped down. John Deere still expensive. Kubota no trade value to be had. All good tractors mind you but not optioned like I was looking for. Lot of 25 horse power tractor buyers out there. All the dealers I spoke to were moving inventory even in these confusing times.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Just put one on order over weekend itç—´ sized like the b2601 but has 1.3 liter Yanmar close to B2650. It does have 3 range Hst which is more desirable than traditional 2 range. Traded NH TC26DA with 400 hours in on it. Itç—´ about same profile height as the MT225S. Ordered unit with MMM and loader. May regret R4 tires over turf tires. My understanding the mower deck floats unlike the B2650 MMM. Hopefully I have done the right thing since I shopped all models and again LS is price leader for options you are buying. Kioti new CX went up 1000 and TYM 264 way behind on technical advances but is competitive but stripped down. John Deere still expensive. Kubota no trade value to be had. All good tractors mind you but not optioned like I was looking for. Lot of 25 horse power tractor buyers out there. All the dealers I spoke to were moving inventory even in these confusing times.

Congrats on the new tractor! Make sure to post some pics when you get it! Did the dealer give you an approximate arrival date?

 

[Otto33]

Just put one on order over weekend itç—´ sized like the b2601 but has 1.3 liter Yanmar close to B2650. It does have 3 range Hst which is more desirable than traditional 2 range. Traded NH TC26DA with 400 hours in on it. Itç—´ about same profile height as the MT225S. Ordered unit with MMM and loader. May regret R4 tires over turf tires. My understanding the mower deck floats unlike the B2650 MMM. Hopefully I have done the right thing since I shopped all models and again LS is price leader for options you are buying. Kioti new CX went up 1000 and TYM 264 way behind on technical advances but is competitive but stripped down. John Deere still expensive. Kubota no trade value to be had. All good tractors mind you but not optioned like I was looking for. Lot of 25 horse power tractor buyers out there. All the dealers I spoke to were moving inventory even in these confusing times.

That is awesome! I'm currently shopping too and the models you are talking about are the same models I'm looking at. I know pricing can be fairly regional, but could I ask what you were quoted? And yeah, don't forget the pics!

 

[rodneyn]

Price was 1000 USD less than ck2510 I can confidently say. Will provide photos upon delivery. No, I do not have delivery date for unit I assume all is slow due to Covid 19. I can wait no issue whatsoever. My search is over that is relief in itself- there are lot 25 HP tractors in the market today. Lots of choices for sure.

 

[sugarloafguy]

Rodneyn,

Funny I have a basically brand new TC24DA with 12LA and 914A MMM so I cant wait to hear your review and see the pics. I am wondering if New Holland will sell it as well. Love the CNH parts support and diagrams. Save for a little short on legroom that series of Boomer was a great tractor and I love my suspended deck vs the ground contact Woods PRD 7200 on my TC29DA.
My bigger Boomer has turf tires and it rides better and performs better in snow. The 24DA has R4s and I love the look and they are easier to keep clean in say wet grass mowing but they are hard on the back generally and suck in snow and ice. Be interesting to see how the new deck on yours cuts. I really like the design of their new LS MMM. My NH dealer has done very well with the new sub compact/mower loader combo.


Brian

 

[rodneyn]

I looked at TYM, Kioti,Kubota, Rural King, and Bobcat also Mahindra. The most responsive dealers were TYM they were motivated to sell unfortunately their product is behind times but be an excellent first tractor. Tony痴 Tractor is working hard to change their image. Much like the Morgan痴 and Kubota. If you were first time buyer you would gravitate towards their views knowing you bought with knowledge. However after owning compact tractors for over 25 years I know what I need to accomplish the task.

You are correct the NH Tc26da was tractor ahead of its time. I haven稚 any issues whatsoever with it. After 13 years it is time to upgrade my smaller compact tractor. We are seeing a lot of NH dealerships close up due to competition, inclusive of LS. They have made difficult to sell LS boomer when you buy an LS direct. Parts are available for the older TC26DA but are becoming much more expensive. There is a cost associated to support out of date production units.

I have LS xr3135c now for over a year it痴 2 times the tractor I had prior Kioti LK3054. It has been excellent investment for farm side of the business. Seems like 50 horse tractor in 35 horse package the Turbo makes the difference.

I have had both Japan Kubota痴 and Korean Kioti痴. The Koreans have come along way with fit and finish past 25 years.

LS is good example of this change.

Too me quality, technology is paramount followed by cost. Color does not matter.

I will share pics and post milestones on the Ls MT225s however I have excellent dealer support (Superior Farm Supply Montpelier, Ohio - Paul Haines) any issues will be addressed Quickly.

I too hope the LS MT225S mows equal to the NH Tc26da.

Thanks for your interests.

 

[rodneyn]

Ok it appears LS has made better mouse trap the LS MT225S is now on backorder per dealer. Not sure the exact wait time. But know they have made best seller tractor at fair price. I was hoping to land serial number under 100 but that is not going to happen. Be lucky to get serial number 300 based on record sales. Keep you posted because I can wait for good thing that everybody chasing after.

 

[Otto33]

Ok it appears LS has made better mouse trap the LS MT225S is now on backorder per dealer. Not sure the exact wait time. But know they have made best seller tractor at fair price. I was hoping to land serial number under 100 but that is not going to happen. Be lucky to get serial number 300 based on record sales. Keep you posted because I can wait for good thing that everybody chasing after.

Yep, your post spurred me to ask my nearest dealer for a quote. I got my quote and was told 7-10 days if I ordered right away. Got another message later saying that it would be "longer." Seems that LS hit a sweet spot for a lot of people.

I'd honestly really like to sit on one to see how much plastic there is (fenders, hood, etc.). An acquaintance has an XJ2025H, and while a great tractor by all accounts, the plastic fenders made the whole thing seem sort of cheap. That's totally subjective of course.

 

[rodneyn]

Supposed to be metal on fenders not sure on hood yet. I needed tractor equal sized to my TC26DA this was it - found the xj2025 little narrow for my comfort- yet a tough little tractor. It does appear the industry is benchmarking the kubota B series. They were first ,no argument ,on coining the compact tractor.

 

[sugarloafguy]

Hi,

My dealer has two locations and LS shipped two for each location early last week. As soon as they hit the lot this week I will shoot pics for you guys.

Brian

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Here is a link to a comparison side by side of the new MT225s and the XJ2025. Looks like a metal hood. Not to spoil it, but a tilt wheel also!
LS MT225S vs. XJ225H Quick Comparison - YouTube

 

[rodneyn]

Thanks for link quite interesting especially statement not getting unit with mower decks. That was how I ordered mine complete with deck. Sounds like I won稚 see the unit I ordered until late June still hoping for serial number below 100. That way I know all quality detail was focused on IPR run where all assembly processes were identified. Quality is always engaged on new product line making sure all issues are identified. Another member noted he was taking photos of so please take one of serial number. Let痴 track the volume of these units entering into US for the first year. We then can understand overall sales of this unit did marketing hit the forecasts. Gladly include Canada just to see serial number tags go there too.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I was talking to my dealer today (RCO tractor) and he said he has 6 of the MT225-S in stock. He confirmed metal hood and fenders, tilt steering wheel, and he told me about the seat. He said it was high end like the ones on the XR series. Slides forward and back, PLUS raises up and down. He quoted a selling price of $$15,900, base w/ loader.

 

[rodneyn]

Thanks for info sounds like they are more readily available without MMM. Per chance he would share serial numbers on the units he has. Sounds like LS planned to give Kubota run for the money. Since this unit is mirror image of the B2601 but in blue color.

 

[rodneyn]

The RCO dealer in Texas has 6 units for sure none with MMM. Still waiting for serial number call off on the 6 units. They have posted the owner痴 manual on line for the MT225S for those who want more in-depth perspective of the tractor. Day 12 no line of sight on ordered unit with MMM. Sounds like I will need to look at making an you tube video on the MMM since I might be the first in the country to have one. That is when it is delivered.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

So, my neighbor took his 6 week old, 15 hour, MT125 back to the dealer to get a BH installed and add some remotes. When he got there, he was impressed so much with the new MT225-S, he traded in the 125! He took a $1000 hit on the 125, but used the money for the BH to put towards the 25-S. Total cost OTD with rear remotes was $16,100. He worked the BH into the deal so he got the discount price for it, but will get it in another couple of months.

I will not get to see it until tomorrow, but I will take a bunch of pictures and post them here! I think I am almost excited as he is!

 

[Diggin It]

I was hoping to land serial number under 100 but that is not going to happen. Be lucky to get serial number 300 based on record sales.

still hoping for serial number below 100.

Per chance he would share serial numbers on the units he has.

Still waiting for serial number call off on the 6 units.

They're tractors, not Shelby Mustangs. They won't increase in value 30 years from now based on low S/Ns.

 

[rodneyn]

My kioti sold for what I bought it for 17 years later it was low serial number unit 232, built in 1995. That痴 value. I have two mustangs how did you guess I collect based on serial numbers. It is a hobby don稚 you have hobby you enjoy, too. Life is too short not to enjoy a hobby. Had to rethink life after widow maker heart attack. I now take time to enjoy little things. Before I would have agreed it痴 just tractor because I was to busy working 16 hours a day. I am just looking at life in different pair of glasses than before. Thanks for the reality check, but I will keep hoping for low serial number. It痴 like playing the lottery, sort of.