LS MT 225S

[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.