TYM Acquisition of Kukje: Any Speculation On Branson Future

[DK35vince]

McCormick switched to Daedong/Kioti FROM LS to source compact/utility tractors, along with sister-brand Landini. They did NOT switch to Kukje/Branson.

Can't say for sure, but I thought they only used Kioti/Daedong a few years then switched to Branson made tractors for their compact line several years ago..

 

[ptsg]

McCormick X1 series is a Branson 25 series. So Branson actually made tractors for them

 

[airbiscuit]

...TYM has supplied tractors to Mahindra USA for years, at least since about 2007; build some compact Lamborghini tractors, RK Tractors, new utility models for Zetor since 2017 and signed a deal with Swaraj (part of Mahindra) in India. They formerly supplied Montana, Millenium, SAME, Scorpion, Allmand, Cabela's, etc...

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Maybe at some point we will see TYM formerly supplied Branson :wink:

 

[ptsg]

Maybe at some point we will see TYM formerly supplied Branson :wink:

In today's World, I wouldn't be surprised if one day we will see a "TYM formerly supplied LS thing". :wink:

Is that something you want? Because is not the first time you try to trash Branson. Are you frustrated with Branson somehow? A bad experience?

Anyway, let's not forget about the European and Indian market, where Branson is stronger than in the US market.

Heck, they just launched in Korea a 60 HP tractor with hydraulic shuttle shift and all the features of the big boys. Maybe in a year or so, we get this tractor here. That how it usually works.

 

[fcbrian84]

Well , after reading all this news, I just purchased a new 2510H TLB. I am colored blind when it comes to equipment. I look for quality , value (not just $) and features. This unit was my last "interview" since unfortunately the closest dealer is a 90 minute drive. After seeing and testing this machine, I don't care if it's a 3 hour drive. I do my own service and the fantastic family owned dealer will cover half the warranty transport if needed! I tried all colors and there is no contest when it comes to initial quality and features /dollar. We'll see how she holds up. And considering the cost was less than 3 years depreciation of an above average new vehicle, rv, or boat, I'm OK regardless.

 

[Texasmark]

McCormick switched to Daedong/Kioti FROM LS to source compact/utility tractors, along with sister-brand Landini. They did NOT switch to Kukje/Branson.

Soooooo!

 

[arnoldziffel]

Hello All,

So any TYM / Branson merger thoughts over the past almost 2 years?

 

[ptsg]

Well, Branson is still Branson as it was expected to be. They pretty much kept Kukje a standalone company, although they do share some things in between brands.

For instance, Kukje engines on TYM tractors or TYM cabs on Branson tractors.

 

[ericm979]

There's one common TYM/Branson model in the US, a 19hp SCUT. It uses a Yanmar engine. I think Kukje does not make 19hp engines. Branson just came out with a 35 series in the US. The 20 series got a bunch of new features. They probably wouldn't do that if TYM was going to kill the brand. Now if only TYM could make Branson update their web site.

 

[ptsg]

I agree with Eric.

They just introduced the F50Rn and F50Cn in Europe which is the equivalent to the 4815R in the US. It's also already Stage 5 ready. This is the new emission stage that was supposedly to be applied this year in Europe but I believe they delayed it till 2022.

I also expect Branson to introduce the newer models with the 4 range synchronized transmission, also Stage 5 ready. It's about the only feature that they don't offer at the moment and having crawler gears is nice to have for some jobs.

 

[Cougsfan]

My neighbor borrowed my Branson a few years ago and was highly impressed with it. He then went out and bought a 48 hp TYM for himself figuring Branson's days were surely numbered because of the acquisition. The TYM ended up not being a very good machine. It spent as much time in the repair shop getting warranty work done as it did at his place. He got tired of it and recently traded the TYM in on a new green 50 hp tractor. My guess is he will still have problems.

 

[Red_rider]

I purchased my Branson 3510 18 years ago from a local dealer. Over the years the dealers in our areas have disappeared, but there are still several Branson tractors operating in my local area. When the local dealers started to disappear I got a little worried about keeping my Branson, but I have no regrets or worries about the company today. I was pleasantly surprised last year when the dealer quoted me a deal on a new 3520H and offered me more for my 3510 than I paid for it. Can't get that with many things. The dealer I get parts from today is about 200 miles away, but UPS and FedEx deliver all the time. The dealer almost always has what I need or can get it quickly. I do my own repairs for the most part. If I need anything "big" done there are several options nearby.

 

[ptsg]

Branson just introduced the F50C and F50R in Europe. It's basically a 4815 in the European spec.

There is very little info available on the internet, if anything at all. I just happen to find a video from a German dealership showing a little bit of the tractor. All new Branson tractors are already Stage V ready, even though that was postponed till 2022.

Anyways, back to the TYM owning Branson topic, I noticed that Branson used some of TYM stuff on their cabs, stuff like knobs, some buttons and specially the dashboard. It now has a cool LCD display showing all the info that was previously displayed with gauges. They also added a PTO button on the fender, I suppose it's to stop the PTO when using chippers and stuff like that. It's probably required in Germany, I'm guessing.

Branson is still going strong and I'm sure it's here to stay. They have been growing very nicely, although, they really need to improve both US and Global websites with the new stuff, news, etc. Also a little bit more marketing would for sure get this brand the exposure it needs.

Here is the video if anyone is interested. It's in German though.

 

[YanmarFever]

Thank You for posting the video, it looks like only the last one in line had the cook-off muffler.
All the rest looked like the old ones, or the ones we USED to have here in the states.

 

[ptsg]

Thank You for posting the video, it looks like only the last one in line had the cook-off muffler.
All the rest looked like the old ones, or the ones we USED to have here in the states.

Yes, the 6225 and the F50 are the ones ready for Stage V.

The other ones are older stock left overs that didn't need to have the DPF.

Also, Branson tractors did received a decent increase on the price.

 

[PapeCAT]

Nice looking tractors. I like the R1 radial tyre option. Would love to have one of those HVAC pressurized cabs for the upcoming heat this summer.