Kioti NS6010 HST Vs. Kubota MX6000

[KeithT]

Hello,

I’m trying to decide between these two. It’s very difficult for me to find any way to directly compare them. And where I live, any dealer for either of these are an hour and a half away. I have had two Kioti’s and I’ve been very pleased with them. I have a brother with a grand L and my father-in-law has an mX5400 so I know a fair amount about the Kubota‘s too. I would like to have a Grand L 6060, but I’m having a hard time justifying the cost, and the fact that a loader is not available for weeks or perhaps, months is a dealbreaker.

The NS Kioti has some features that I really like, it comes with rear remotes, I like the location of the fuel tank better, I like where the control is for the front end loader.

The MX, I like the mechanical engagement for four-wheel-drive, I like the beefier front tires, and I like the larger displacement, four-cylinder diesel putting out 63hp.

I know either of these tractors will get the job done. I will be installing a third function valve, no matter what I get. Both of these tractors are available within a reasonable drive. I am interested to hear. the TBN’s nation thoughts and real world experiences with these tractors. Am I missing any major differences between these two? Do I just go for the better deal and tractor with more features? This is most likely the NS.

I currently have a CK 3510 HSTSE. I have put 185 hours on it and three years. I primarily use it for front and loader work, gravel, work, and some driveway maintenance in the winter time. It’s worth noting my driveway does have a 12% grade. One of the reasons I am upgrading is a lack of power when attacking this steep driveway. I have no patience for low range anymore. Thank you all, Keith.

 

[big bubba]

although a test drive at a dealership lot is far from simulating your own farm use, i'd be making those 1.5 hr trips to each dealer to acquaint your self with each machine in detail. sleep on it, then go again, a small price for such a big investment. you might post this in the Kioti forum as well.
i'd resist the temptation of buying new until you've completely made up your mind between the 2. sorry i couldn't help more specifically. once owned an MX5000, a great bare bones tractor. the 6000 model is prob an improvement. regards

 

[jeff9366]

I have a brother with a grand L and my father-in-law has an mX5400.

I recommend your brother and father-in-law as primary information sources. The quality of advice here is highly variable.

 

[ddbackhoe]

Hello,

I’m trying to decide between these two. It’s very difficult for me to find any way to directly compare them. And where I live, any dealer for either of these are an hour and a half away. I have had two Kioti’s and I’ve been very pleased with them. I have a brother with a grand L and my father-in-law has an mX5400 so I know a fair amount about the Kubota‘s too. I would like to have a Grand L 6060, but I’m having a hard time justifying the cost, and the fact that a loader is not available for weeks or perhaps, months is a dealbreaker.

, Keith.

I would sit and make a list of exactly what I want and why, then check off the items on the tractors of choice. For instance, the L6060 loader lifts 500 lbs less than the Mx
Cab
Loader
remotes
shuttle
etc

 

[TN8Man]

Time is on your side. With the current state of the economy prices will probably drop going forward.

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

I dont think new prices are going anywhere… used perhaps, but I don’t see new tractor prices dropping. Can’t remember a time when any durable good, actually dropped in price as new… unless the government got involved, as in the case of EVs

 

[TN8Man]

Due to the declining economy consumer demand is dropping. Companies are taking actions to mitigate losses by cutting operating costs and incentivizing buyers.

 

[KeithT]

Kioti and Kubota are both currently offering incentives. Kioti’s being more attractive. Surprising to me as inventory still seems constrained.

 

[KeithT]

Question to forum; are the NS and MX in the same “weight-class” per se?

 

[jyoutz]

I have a MX6000 and am very happy with the features, capabilities, and quality of build/reliability. IDK anything about the Kioti, but previous posters have given you good advice. Take the time to sit on, drive and operate both. Also look at the features offered on both. I love the telescoping lift arms on the MX. Does the Kioti have those? Overall, the MX is a simple, reliable unit with a robust build for its weight/size class; probably the Kioti is too, and features will be your decision factor.

 

[aczlan]

We looked at both and ended up going with the MX6000 as we are a little more comfortable with the dealer, a friend has a DK series in about that size and loves it, we sat on a NS that was I think the next size down (54ish HP, similar to the MX5400) and it seemed well put together, as I recall, both of the specs were within a few hundred pounds one way or the other.
Our MX6000 is currently waiting on the kit to install the remotes which is on backorder.

Aaron Z

 

[jyoutz]

We looked at both and ended up going with the MX6000 as we are a little more comfortable with the dealer, a friend has a DK series in about that size and loves it, we sat on a NS that was I think the next size down (54ish HP, similar to the MX5400) and it seemed well put together, as I recall, both of the specs were within a few hundred pounds one way or the other.
Our MX6000 is currently waiting on the kit to install the remotes which is on backorder.

Aaron Z

The Mx5400 and 6000 are exactly the same tractor. The only difference is engine hp.

 

[aczlan]

The Mx5400 and 6000 are exactly the same tractor. The only difference is engine hp.

Yes and IIRC the NS we sat on at the dealer was the same way vs the NS6010.
Same frame, smaller motor.

Aaron Z

 

[MechanicalGuy]

My mx5200, after nearly 4 years, is tough to beat. My only complaint is the loader is a little weak, and the regens happen quite often.

 

[ddbackhoe]

I have a MX6000 and am very happy with the features, capabilities, and quality of build/reliability. IDK anything about the Kioti, but previous posters have given you good advice. Take the time to sit on, drive and operate both. Also look at the features offered on both. I love the telescoping lift arms on the MX. Does the Kioti have those? Overall, the MX is a simple, reliable unit with a robust build for its weight/size class; probably the Kioti is too, and features will be your decision factor.

yes and 3 point control from the rear. 2 reasons I bought a Kioti instead of a Kubota, I could get a loader for the Kioti and it was 16k less (delivered) when equally outfitted.

 

[DieselnHooters]

yes and 3 point control from the rear. 2 reasons I bought a Kioti instead of a Kubota, I could get a loader for the Kioti and it was 16k less (delivered) when equally outfitted.

good deal, I am a bit of a Kuibota fanboy but for that kind of saving I' d turn into a Kioti fan. If it was only a couple grand difference I'd stick with Kubota for the name recognition and all it entails.

 

[jyoutz]

yes and 3 point control from the rear. 2 reasons I bought a Kioti instead of a Kubota, I could get a loader for the Kioti and it was 16k less (delivered) when equally outfitted.

That’s interesting because in fall 2021 when I was shopping, there was only a few thousand dollars difference between a comparable Kioti to my MX6000.

 

[aczlan]

That’s interesting because in fall 2021 when I was shopping, there was only a few thousand dollars difference between a comparable Kioti to my MX6000.

That is what we found, there was not a significant difference in price between them.

Aaron Z

 

[KeithT]

Kenton equipment has what I think is an excellent deal on an NS6010 in northern Kentucky. With a 3rd function valve, R14’s, and a premium seat with arm rests, about 4K less than an MX6000 with no rear remotes and no 3rd function valve. That value is hard to pass. It’s about a 5 hr drive from Morgantown

 

[KeithT]

My mx5200, after nearly 4 years, is tough to beat. My only complaint is the loader is a little weak, and the regens happen quite often.

I am impressed with the mx5200 my father-in-law has. Very nice smooth running powerful machine. I think the 4cyl. Kubota diesel is tough to beat