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This one is always sure to produce many responses. In reality the number of cylinders do little in providing more or less power, or efficiency. Fewer cylinders are cheaper, more are generally smoother, with some exceptions. A four stroke engine makes a complete cycle in two revolutions, or 720...

the 3700 is outwardly identical to the 3400 with the exception of the cruise control. It has the same bracket, but no lever. It would be easy to buy the lever and attaching hardware from a 2800/3400 and install it.

One other thing you may consider is loading the tractor on and off a trailer. The backhoe may scrape the ground (or pavement) while driving it on and off, They do stick out and are low to the ground. I put two boards on the trailer ramps to lessen the approach angle. This is another reason I...

But others may have.

I have the BH75A on my L2800 and have used it quite a bit. I haven't dug any 8 foot holes but have dug some trenches and find that every 5 or 6 feet you have to reposition the tractor. The reach difference between the Woods 80 and the Kubota hoe is not enough to make any difference at the end...

I have the BH75A for my L2800 and couldn't be happier. Its hydraulic power comes from an extension from the loader's hydraulics. It works very well and leaves no desire or need for a PTO pump. Removing and installing it takes only a couple minutes, especially after you do it a time or two. The...

Will the 14 foot length allow you to load the tractor on it with the weight distributed to enable proper tongue weight? If so, it would make an ideal trailer. Good for a lot of uses. Can I borrow it sometime?

You mention, Hyundai. I bought about a year and a half ago, a Hyundai Genesis. What a car, to this day, I'm blown away by the quality of materials, ride, power, and attention to detail every time I drive it. No one else makes anything like it for anywhere near its price. I think in light of...

A trailer capable of weighing 3500 pounds plus tongue weight, but licensed at 2999 pounds may , as you suggest, be exempt from needing brakes per state law. It just isn't exempt from the law of common sense.

A gooseneck is great if the truck has the payload capacity to carry a large percentage of the load. Especially considering where the axles are located on most GN trailers. The weight, if moved forward on the trailer, is often somewhat evenly distributed between the trailer's axle and the...

You can't change the truck's ability to pull heavy weight without modifications. You can't change the tractors total weight as equipped for working. The trailer you wish to purchase then must be light enough to enable the truck to pull it and heavy enough to carry the load. A twin 5k axle car...

If it has a single 3500 pound axle, it needs brakes, regardless of creative licensing tricks. If it has two 3500 pound axles, it makes good sense to have brakes on both axles. If it has 5000 pound axles or greater is must have brakes on both axles. This is my rule for any trailer I would...

The V10 Dodge was built from the old 318/360 block, with 2 additional cylinders added. When the Hemi replaced those old blocks the V10 version died along with them. Those old 318/360 engines were designed in the 60's and were anything but efficient by today's standards. I don't remember the...

Looks like the new GM trucks are worth consideration. When I replace my 05 Cummins powered Dodge it will be with what ever truck I prefer at the time. Politics will have NOTHING to do with my decision. Foreign made, foreign owned, bailout, no bailout, fine, great for discussion, but when I...

I read your question then read all the replies, well intended and otherwise. I wasn't going to respond until I saw the ridiculous advice (and then justification of that advice) that you won't need brakes. You have a controller installed so at least you know better. If a trailer has a 3500...

But you can't call it a "skunk" that word has a foul smell connotation and may therefor be deemed as offensive.

I've had, and used my L2800/loader/backhoe for about 2 and a half years now, and can't imagine a better tractor for the price anywhere. Good choice, I know you'll enjoy it for a long time.

I've had, and used my L2800 for about 2 and a half years now, and can't imagine a better tractor for the price anywhere. Good choice, I know you'll enjoy it for a long time.

I told myself not to reply to this thread because I don't have anything to add to what's already been written. I do believe though, that if I were looking for a truck with your objectives, I'd look for as new as possible Ford V10 or GM 8.1. A low mile Dodge V10 would be fine, but they're...

1% of it's value per day for a non powered piece of equipment.

Your 3 speed ranges are geared and as such require the clutch.

I'm not so sure I agree with everyone suggesting buy it. A 66 inch boxblade will place a whole lot of drag on your 3030. Drag that the Kubota doesn't have enough weight to overcome. Weight of the boxblade is not the issue, weight of the tractor to provide adequate traction is. I believe a 60...

I have used mine quite a lot and have never been disappointed. I would not recommend a non Kubota brand of any kind over it.

Your truck, your trailer and your time should be worth around $50 an hour, perhaps more. Price it by the mile at $2.75 loaded or by the hour minus food stops. If he's a good friend, do it for less. Figure about 8 to 12 mpg loaded and maybe 10 to 14 on the return trip depending on your truck...

Picturing it now; a couple Louisiana good ole boys walking back towards the truck and seeing this yankee fella with some sorta funny look'n uniform underneath the trailer taking pictures. That one will be discussed around the crab boil parties for a long time. Hey Boodrough, What that fella is...

BX or B series, good question. If mowing, a BX makes great sense, but if mostly removing snow and later on using it for various dirt moving chores, the B series is much better. I fear if you buy a BX, you will one day soon wish to trade up for the B. Trades get expensive, especially with 0...

The cable get corroded and won't let it engage.

Just the 2800's are the best looking, those 3400's are UGLY.

I can't imagine a better choice than the Kioti DS4110 that Rick recommended.

I looked at a Diamond C tilt equipment trailer a couple years ago. I liked it a lot but didn't buy it at the time. The dealer went out of business and to this day I wish I would have bought it. I was impressed with it's design and build quality for the price. I liked it better than anything...

Had it since last September, wife drives it mostly, but every time I get in it I'm blown away by the overall quality, features, comfort and performance. I sure wish GM, Ford or Chrysler could build something like it and be able to sell it for what a working person can afford. As far as oil...

Dodge/Cummins gets changed at 7500 miles, BMW Z4 gets it's synthetic changed also at 7500. Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan will get it at 5000 mile intervals, until I change it over to synthetic, then it will also be at 7500. Tractor is done in accordance with the owners manual.

Neither of which mean a whole lot he intends to keep it for a while and pull reasonable loads.

John, I don't own a Ford V10, but I think if I were to buy a new heavy duty pickup today, that would be my first choice. Fuel mileage is what it is. The actual numbers averaged over a month, or a year are nowhere as good as that best case we all like to discover and brag about. Every time you...

I have an LX266 but it's air cooled. If I can help I will. But I sense a bit of attitude, or perhaps, entitlement, as it seems you are offended no one came running to your seemingly self imposed problem. I do however hope all is well with your lawn mower.

I kept thinking of that State Farm Insurance song, "like a good neighbor".

A 4 cylinder inline configuration is the worst offender for vibration. 2 pistons up and 2 pistons down (720 degree 4 stroke cycle divided by 4 = 180 degrees). A three cylinder will be be less vibration because when 1 piston is at 12:00, the crankshaft journal for next will be at 4:00 and the...

275Ranger, "Won't turn over", does this mean the starter will not engage, as in no electrical power to the starter? Or does it mean the starter engages but the engine seems locked up? If it's electrical, it's likely a safety switch.

The limiting factor will be the structural strength of the LA352 Loader. It wasn't designed to be crammed into hard soil. That and the limitations of the tractor's power and traction would have me considering the standard 5 tooth bar over additional teeth. That 5 tooth bar should slip into...

I have a BH75A attached to my L2800 and have used it quite a bit. It does everything I ask and does it well. If it is a thousand dollars less than a similar size Woods, buy the Kubota 75. You will like it and I guarantee you will never say to yourself, "I should have bought the Woods."

It appears you need something for 57 acres, something that is wide and stable and something that will dig well. The L4400 will do this in my opinion much better than the 2800/3400. It's wider and heavier. It accepts the BH90 which will reach longer and dig deeper than the BH75A. The LA703A will...

I have an 05 Cummins powered quad cab Dodge. I bought it new 65,000 miles ago. Opinions? I believe the air conditioner is a little weak, especially on the right side of the cab. I don't like the fact that there is no key lock on the right door. What else don't I like about it? That's about it...

Better check the fine print of that "brochure".

A 2500 Quad Cab 4x4 diesel powered Laramie weighs what around 7200 pounds? GVWR is 9000 pounds? Leaving a manufacturer recommended payload of 1800 pounds? I made it quite clear that these were GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) numbers, not rear axle GAWR. Yes you can probably load up to...

The 1800 pound payload is about right for a typical diesel powered 250/2500 pickup. The gross weight is the same for all engine options of any given brand. Add the HEAVY diesel option and that additional weight comes right off of the payload, leaving you that much less. Diesel is great for...

My 2 wheel drive 2005 Dodge 2500 Quad/diesel/auto trans weighs 6820 with me and full fuel according to Flying J scales. I'm not sure what adding 4 wheel drive, extra leaf springs, cab lights, dual rear wheels and fenders will increase it to, but I believe Diamondpilot's 7500 pound estimate is...

Another thing to consider is your rate of actual water flow at the pressure washers inlet. Measure how much water the hose puts out in one minute. You don't want a washer that requires more water than is available.

Looking at Kubota's specs for the BX series 3 point lift, it seems they recommend a maximum weight of around 660 pounds at 24 inches. What the tractor feels is weight times arm, or "moments" In this case, Kubota's limit is 15,840 moments. Where is the center of a 5 foot rotary cutter? 3? 3and a...

I think quite often a recommendation for or against a particular size "bush hog" is made with the weight of the cutter in mind. Especially when considering a light weight tractor such as the BX series. A typical 5 foot rotary cutter can place a lot of weight several feet behind the three point...

That is the package I'm about to buy,M5040 w/FEL and 10' hog. I'm thinking 24' goose neck lowboy without rails. Looking for some input and trailer details that should not be overlooked. I will be making 2 trips per year of 800 miles round trip other than that I will be local. Thanks for any tips...

Dufster: You saw the picture of the trailer. Although it didn't show the rear it appears to show a long distance from the wheels to the pin (perhaps 80%?). This is what was mentioned as the load. "two horses (2400lbs combined), two foals, passengers and cargo". If those horses are placed...

Duffster: You saw the picture of the trailer. Although it didn't show the rear it appears to show a long distance from the wheels to the pin (perhaps 80%?) who knows. This is what was mentioned as the load. "two horses (2400lbs combined), two foals, passengers and cargo". If those horses...

You are quite convinced that the ram will do the job, yet you don't know the hauling capability of the ram neither do you have any idea what the trailer pin weight will be, especially loaded with 2 horses. You're willing to listen to bad advice suggesting the load will be around 25 percent...

Your question, "Are they really a Deere?" is answered by Yes and No. John Deere bought the factory several years ago that produces these mowers. I think they were sold as "Sabre", "Scotts" and perhaps other names. I've been told that the parent company at one time was MTD; however I don't have...

Negligence That 1500 pound number may not apply to your particular truck. Only one way to find the individual payload. Weigh the truck with full fuel, hitch and you in the seat (this is your operating weight) . Take the GVWR number from the doorjam sticker and subtract your "actual" weight...

Pulling a fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer has the same effect on the truck. Unlike a bumper pull trailer of which you pull, a gooseneck trailer is both carried and pulled. Many have the wheels located far toward the back, thus placing a huge percentage of weight on the truck axle. Add to...

Your decision must be made based on your needs. The two tractors share many things except size. One is small the other is larger. Power and capabilities are similar except the additional traction and stability from the weight advantage of the 2800. I've seen times where my 2800 is a bit too...

Based on the description of the dozer and that $9,000 price, I'd buy it. Used dozers can often become nightmare stories, but I keep looking back at that $9,000 price. You can buy a lot of maintenance and parts and still not have too much invested in the machine.

Yooper Dave; Congrats on that truck. Nice one, you'll enjoy it for a long time. Fuel mileage is what it is. It may take a few miles to loosen up and give you some bragging numbers. Towing is something else. It all depends on what you're pulling back there. The worst fuel burning causers...

Yooper Dave. You're thinking of buying a new truck and you're considering the Ford 250 XLT. Great choice, but before you spend your hard earned money, be sure what you will be doing with the truck. Know beforehand what loads you will be pulling and/or hauling. Will you be towing a 5th wheel...

Mike; Welcome to TBN. I guarantee you'll enjoy this site a great deal. Congratulations on the purchase of your own piece of paradise and all the best to you in those future improvements using that L4400. I know you're going to enjoy it. I do recommend however that you practice in front of...

Not nearly enough information. 4 things that will determine which is best. Condition, features, useable power, and price. Pick the one that fits your needs.

I bought a pair of those for my L2800 on Ebay and used them for a while. Mine didn't have the raised portion that they have now, but I think I paid $39 plus shipping for them. They actually are built reasonably well and do the job. They're Chinese castings and are imported here to someone who...

I have the Quickbite 7700 AXT stainless steel adjustable mount on a custom built 20 foot trailer. I got too tired of trying to hook up my previous trailer by myself. Back up, get out and check, determine how much to turn the wheel, how far to back up, get back in, back up more, opps, to far...

Yeh, we'll replace our diesels for gas power and the next day diesel fuel will drop to less than gasoline.

You'll get plenty of advice on this one, but in the end a 350 powered Chevy 2500 (especially if it's the old 200 hp throttle body motor) if in good shape will pull upwards of around 6,000 to 7,000 pounds and maintain some degree of highway speed on flat ground. 8,000, 9,000 pounds? Maybe a few...

Every time I read of some truck shootout, by any number of organizations, I'm reminded of how the scoring is nothing more than a subjective opinion of importance based on what people who drive the same trucks only during the test think. Should I ever see a test done by qualified owners of...

Yes, use the weight distribution hitch. Your half ton pickup has a GVWR and a rear GAWR number listed on a sticker placed on the driver door jam. GVWR is nothing more than a manufacturer recommended maximum weight for the loaded truck. This loaded weight of course includes any weight placed...

I read every post on here more than once. This is a very interesting thread and could happen to any one of us. Mr89Cummins, you mentioned going back to the dealer and receiving an hours worth of credit and that the bill is what it is because of a couple diodes placed in the circuit. All that...

Craig; You've received a lot of advice, some of it quite good. You are buying a tractor/equipment that will weigh around 3600 pounds and you will be pulling it with a honda Ridgeline. No problem there. You wish to know which trailer to buy. You could save a few hundred pounds and spend several...

The dash 1 model has a slight increase in hp. So slight you wouldn't notice it going from one to the other. However, the price you mention for a (non dash 1) 2800 HST with FEL is about as good as you will find anywhere. I can't imagine you will find one for less.

You might get more for the backhoe alone than thrown in as a package. I've seen some good prices fetched on ebay for those.

No it doesn't say much about construction quality, it don't say much at all. It just says 12 months warranty. What's your point?

We're here. I'm sure there are many of us one here. I don't say much about the Cummins or the Dodge itself mostly because I spend more time in the tractor forums. That said, I've had the other brands, just never had one I liked as much as my 05 Dodge CTD 2500. It drives good, works hard, get...

12,500 is a fair price, but if you're financing it, the payments could be somewhat near what the 0% interest payments would be for a new one. You could possibly suggest to them that a new one might be a better value for you in the long run to see if they will budge another few hundred off the...

Mike; I don't know how much property you will be using the tractor on or what all you will actually be doing with it, but one question you have is very easy to answer. The $600 dollars extra for the HST will be the best $600 you can spend. The HP difference at the PTO can be noticed on the...

Steve, I was thinking about your B3030 cab, and those snow removal pics you shared with us when I made the recommendation for the B3030.

The more I read of what you intend to do with the tractor the more i believe I would be considering the B3030. Moving soft material. grass cutting, snow blowing/plowing, and light backhoe work might all be performed better with a lighter, smaller tractor. Even though you applied the word...

Kelvin WELCOME! I've read your post several times and still have no idea what I'd prefer if I were buying for the conditions you describe. I keep thinking "snow" lots of it. Would you be using a mid PTO for a snow blower? Would stepping down one size to a B3030 or L 2800/3400 be a better...

Your Wife's family may know a great deal about dairy farming, but it's rather obvious they know little about modern small kubota tractors. For the work you intend to do, if it were possible to have at your disposal all the tractors you and others have mentioned to use when ever you want. I can...

Have to agree with the recommendation of an 18 foot with tandem 3500 pound axles. They are the most common dual axle trailers available and you should be able to find one locally for a good price. Just make sure it has brakes on at least one axle, preferably both axles. You also must sure a...

Would you guys mind sharing with us the part number of the hose. Looks like a spare on hand might be a good idea. Thanks in advance...

Dave A good bit of advice has already been mentioned regarding legal trailering limits and licensing. But, the trailer (and truck) has limitations based on those axles, wheels, tires, and hitch. You have three 7k axles, which by itself may carry up to 21,000 pounds. The trailer weighs 5400...

That's not a dear stand, it's a Mississippi time share.

The key is to know the RPM differences between each gear. When down shifting from one gear to another, place the transmission into neutral, rev the engine to that known difference and quickly shift into the lower gear. When the engine and transmission speeds are the same, it will slip right in...

A potential problem with a long bumper pull is hitch weight. Many manufacturers use the 60%/40% rule when placing the axle centerline. this works great with smaller dual axle car haulers, but it tends to place too much weight on the front of longer heavier trailers. Especially when we have to...

I think "stole it" is a good description. That's a mighty fine looking tractor for what you paid. Looks like it has been taken care of and should provide you a lot of good use. I don't recall the PTO horsepower for your model, but it no doubt is a bit less than a 5 foot bush hog would...

Foothill Rancher. I've put a lot of miles on a lot of trucks, (like many of us here) and at present have a 2005 dodge Cummins with the 4 speed auto transmission. this truck has provided me more satisfaction than any I've previously owned and can't imagine going back to brand X (either of...

A large percentage of Ford's eggs are in that F150 basket, and right now it ain't making it to market very well. They're just pulling back a bit to see how the market is going to react to their new product. Not many buyers for the old manual transmision in comparisn with the demand for the...

Sorry I didn't see your question earlier. The "Lube Plate" is not grease at all, rather it's a Teflon disk about 1/4 inch thick and either 10 or 12 inches in diameter (depending on which hitch it's to be used with). It sticks on your trailer's hitch and act as a permanent lube. Works great...

I've got to agree with the others who recomend the 2620. I don't see that the 2920 will utilize any implements that the 2620 won't handle.

My fifth wheel don't leave home without the lube plate. the pin gets greased occasionally.

rScotty. You've found what may appear to be your ideal tractor, and are hesitant? Afraid? To get it because the orange color will cause your mind problems as you look at it all day? Then as I look at the character you depict for yourself is what? Kubota orange?

Thanks BigD23. It's a lot better now.

The blades are typically a blunt edge, they're not designed to shear grass blades like a finishing mower, rather they pulverize whatever they come in contact with. they sling around with a lot of speed and momentum. thats why nicks should be addressed as soon as practical. You don't want a...

Check with your local dealers for brands sold. You mentioned 2 brands, but I would also look at Woods, Rhino or bush Hog, similar quality, similar price. Next try to get the dealer to allow you to bring one back in exchange for another if the size proves to be wrong. You will do well with the...

I made a similar decision earlier this year, trade the L2800 for a B26 (which is what I wanted) or just buy a backhoe for the L. I went to 2 dealers to get trade in prices and was insulted by both. Seems that piece of GOLD a year or so ago was suddenly worth next to nothing. This is the cost...

Looks like the ideal setup. Kubota blows me away, in that they are industry leaders in building the best homeowner tractors available, but are LIGHTYEARS behind with something as simple as a good website.

I can certainly relate to a mashed finger. A few weeks ago I was moving some rather large landscape rocks from my trailer to the back yard to be used as a retaining wall. I was lifting by hand each rock from the pallet into the loader. I had made about 4 trips to the back yard and was getting...

I have the B&W "Tow & Stow" and like it a lot.

There is a third alternative to the spray on/plastic (junk) bedliner, "Bedrug". I've had them all and presently have a spray in liner on my 05 Dodge 2500. Had the Bedrug in a previous Ford and liked it better. It's impervious to chemicals, fuel and grease, is tough and those times when you're...

Is that a cat? I thought it was a badger. Where's the legs???

That L2800 in your signature wouldn't be one of those "wimpy" non geared hydrostatic types, now would it? I have to agree with you though. real men just wrestle those implements on, especially those 400 pound box blades. But then again, real men don't even use a tractor, right? Just hitch up...

Skipro3: Many on here have shared their backhoe experiences with us, Some more entertaining or informative than others. After reading of your intended use with your 3 point hoe. I'm looking forward to seeing your own reports. You may indeed help someone one day answer the same "3 point or...

I hear and read often of remarks concerning the Dodge body and transmission problems and certainly believe the reputation is well deserved. That well deserved reputation however is based on earlier models and does not apply to the current generation Dodge truck. To suggest this model Dodge is...

Sam Hopefully the trailer purchase will result with a happy ending. I'm having a trailer custom made for me here in north west Mississippi. It should be done in a day or so and I hope to get some pictures when I pick it up. They've done some work for me before and I couldn't be happier with...

That 8K should come close to buying a new one. Problem you find when pricing one is the amount sounds fine until they start adding shipping, installation and taxes to the price. I think with all added up, it should come to just over 8K. That could also be at 0% financing. I spent around 7.5K...

Escavader, I was hoping my attempt to inject a bit of humor regarding country of origin was obvious (it seems to be quite mixed these days with no clear lines of what constitutes "American"). Like you I also believe that Tundra is an extremely fine half ton truck. One I would certainly look...

It ain't American. Now my Dodge, that's American. It's made right here in (just a minute let me check) WHAT? MEXICO?

Never had or wanted a Dodge of any kind until the current generation half ton came out in 02. I drove one, liked it and bought it. Traded for a 04 3/4 ton/Hemi and like the half ton 02 it provided me more satisfaction than any of the Fords or GM's I had owned previously. Traded the 04 for a...

That's a tough one. I made the same choices and bought the L2800 Kubota, My Kubota dealer is less than a mile from my house and are fine people. The Kioti dealer was a long way away. I would in your case boil it down to dealer # 3 and dealer # 5. (great prices by the way) Look at the...

Couldn't agree more. The newer GM/Duramax's are great trucks too, but a 6 speed 6.7 Cummins or a newer Duramax can be mighty $$$. Also that fuel mileage enjoyed by Dodge 5.9 owners is not possible with the 6.7 and at close to 5 bucks a gallon, it's certainly an item worth considering.

If you were to buy all 3 lawn tractors and used them the same, you are certain to prefer the John Deere over the others. It's a better mower and a better built mower (I think it's a better mower than the Club Cadet also). We sometimes seem to get caught up with the assumption that 1 engine...

michelle. If I were looking for a diesel powered truck today, I'd look for a 2005 or 2006 Dodge/Cummins.5.9 The fuel (lift) pump is located at the tank were it gives no problems (not sure if 04's are or not). The automatic transmission is the bullet proof 48RE (albiet only 4 speeds), the...

Cab or no cab? Only one answer to that question, and that answer can only be answered by one person. The person who is spending his or her money. My wife and I have as a 3rd car a small 2 passenger convertable. It serves as our 4wheeled mororcycle and we enjoy it a lot, but now after reading...

I have the L2800 with backhoe (no mid mount capabilitythough), but have to remove the 3 point hitch assembly to install the hoe. When removing the hoe, the 3 point stuff goes back on. I don't do this all that often and it really don't take long to remove or reinstall. Your mid point items...

Grand L or L4400? Everyone has their own opinions regarding this question and certainly there are those that are the result of more knowledge than I claim to have. that said, for me it would be no decision at all. I would choose the grand L over the L4400 with no hesitation. the Grand L...

Isn't that what they use to make Shredded Wheat?

My L2800 (identical to the 3400 in size) owners manual states the maximum rear wheel tread for the 11.2-24 Farm tire is 50.8 inches. That is the center to center distance (other distance selection choices are 40.2, 43.8, and 47.1 inches). I don't have that tire so can't measure but I imagine...

The winner would be determined by traction, not power. Probably that traction would best come from weight. My money (depending on tires) would be on the heaviest vehicle.

Nice job. Thanks for sharing.

Knightracing: 4000 hours is indeed quite a few, but the engine, transmission and gears are designed to go much longer. The $4300 price you quoted takes into account those hours. You will no doubt have to correct a maintenance issue or another at any given time, but still seems like a good deal...

I just did a search for Kubota L3750 and found a rough looking one in Florida, not sure about hours, but it's isted at $7500.

I have to agree that it appears to be a good buy. I'd probably get it if I were looking. Sure there are tractors out there in the same HP range with less hours, but at much more money. The tractor itself will last a life time with proper maintenance, so in that light, those hours are not...

My guess is that they will continue the same plan.

I wouldn't think twice about it. Your equipment will pull it fine. Have a spare tire and jack, keep the speed below 65 and if possible take secondary roads. Your trailer and load may be as much as 16,500 maybe 17,000 pounds. Perhaps 2500 or so will be tongue weight, leaving around what, 3625...

You may receive responses from others who have far more knowledge than I do about this subject, but I believe there are 4 main considerations for a 3 point rotary cutter. The tractor's PTO horsepower, the tractor's 3 point lifting capability, the tractor's actual weight and the tractor's rear...

Robert, your best answer was the first one. 5 foot is about the best size for that tractor.

Burt you made it very clear that you will need the tractor to be able to move the hay rolls and that the M series is much better at this task than the L. Your answer (supported by the other comments) is right there.

Not sure today's cutters fit in the light duty, medium duty, heavy duty catagory boxes so well anymore. I have a Rhino 160 cutter for my L2800 (identical to the 3400 except the engine bore) It works fine with brush up to about an inch and a half (65 hp rated gearbox), weighs about 660 pounds...

I've loaned mine out several times and it's come back damaged. Guess who gets to fix it, yep, that's right, ME! Last time it was only a tire puncture. I didn't notice it untill the next day so, once again,,,. But would I loan it again to my friends? Sure will, but the list is getting...

I didn't answer the question because I've never measured actual fuel burn. I fill the tank and it's good for a couple days work. I share the opinion that it's close to 1 gph while mowing and less with loader work and especially the backhoe. In either case fuel burn with the 2800 is very little.

TXDon made that point very clear in step 9

GreatWhiteHunter, congratulations on that trailer, and thanks for keeping us posted with your decisions and purchase. looking forward to seeing some pics...

One could spend a week, a month or a year on a 39 hp tractor, then climb on an otherwise identical 37.4 hp tractor and do the same work and I guarantee that 1.6 hp would not be noticed. My kubota BL B26/L30/L48 brochure that I've have for a few months lists the L39 as 39 Gross HP and 37.4 net...

Steveky That's a hard choice. Both are very capable of mowing your lawn for a lot of years. You would be hard pressed to find anything else out there that has the quality of those two mowers for the cost. You probably should make your decision on price, dealer satisfaction or color...

If you have a Ferris dealer nearby, you owe it to yourself to look at what they have to offer before you buy anything else.

Sorry I didn't respond sooner to your question. I only saw it this evening. check: Welcome to CARTER AND SON'S TOOL AND DIE This is what I have. Couldn't be more satisfied with their service. others (and for good reason) enjoy Pats, https://www.imcuniverse.com/store/easychange.htm#buy. There...

You sure you don't have a john Deere tatoo somewhere?

N80, Sorry I didn't mention those, seems they are used in many 4 cylinder engines, mostly larger ones. They effectively counter act the vibrations and work very well. Most of the auto builders use them in engines around or over 2000 cc's. Not sure which tractor engines have them and which...

BX24D The number of cylinders should have no bearing on your decision. There is no appreciatable advantage to the operator with either configuration. 3 having more torque with each firing, but fewer firings in a 720 degree cycle is a wash. 4 cylinders at 180 degree firing order means the worst...

There is some risk of an old O ring found in a neighbors drawer leaking or failing later on. If you feel committed to pay for the kit, it may one day turn into a good investment. If not, do as others have suggested and keep your money.

La200o You ask if the tractor may be on its way out of production. I can't imagine it will. They will improve on it no doubt, but it fills a nice nitch between the B series which for some may be too light in weight, and the Grand L series which for others may be too big. Kubota makes some...

I have the L2800 with the BH75 backhoe and like it very much so my recommendation may seem a bit odd. I would find a way to justify the price of the B26 for what you wish to do with it. I find my self wishing I had one but trading for one now would be too expensive. The dirt work capabilities...

Vibration is a constant problem with inline 4 cylinder engines. A 720 degree firing cycle divided by 4 inline cylinders always equals 180 degrees. 2 pistons up and 2 pistons down. This design doesn't allow a fliud firing cycle motion like a 3, 5, 6, or 8 cylinder engine. Instead it is, up fire...

I use a 5 foot Rhino and have been pleased with it. Had a cheap one before it and basically felt like I threw my money away. As others have said the best size is the smallest that will extend beyond the rear wheels and for the 2800/3400's that would be the 5 foot models. Weight is good for...

You stay away from those dealers. Join a tractor dealer junkie anonymous group to help with those dealer shopper addictions and look for strength from others who like you have good equipment that will last for many years and don't want to fall victim to trade in prices. Especially with 0...

horsepower is not what will allow using the box scraper and /or loader, traction is, and the L2800 will provide much better traction. Either tractor will spin the wheels long before it uses all of its 28 or 30 horsepower.

Billy Goat - Product - Introduction I bought a slightly used Billygoat Contour about 3 years ago and am convinced there is nothing else out there in it's price range that will work as well. It starts first pull everytime and will walk through anything you can throw at it. With its 3 speed...

I've got a L2800 with the BH75A backhoe. I'll try to get some pictures in the next day or two and post them.

Between the 2800 with HST or 3400 with the gear transmission, I believe you would be hard pressed to find a reasonable person who has accumulated some hours on both who would recommend the 3400. The other part of the question pertaining to the HP difference may not be so easy to answer...

Robert6401 Both machines are identical in every way except the size of the hole drilled in the cylinder block for the pistons (bore). Hydraulic capability is the same. The FEL, backhoe, and any other hydraulic attachment will perform the same work on either tractor.

I paid $15,700 for my L2800 HST/FEL with the R4's last summer. Looks like you have been offered some very good prices. They will all be considerably higher in the future with steel and fuel cost increases. You might be able to negotiate a good price on your 50 hour service check while dealing...

Now I know what to say when my wife tells me I spent too much money on tractor equipment. I'll say "But Hon! I bought it for you. See? It even has the Hydro". Bjess8, not sure if that will work, but it's worth a try, thanks for the idea..... :D

Dweyant If you opt for the gear tractor, do not spend much time later on with a HST. You may wish you had purchased it in the first place. I don't believe any data exists to suggest the hydro is less safe, or reliable than it's gear driven counterpart. You loose a horsepower or two at the...

Robert 6401 2) Live - continuous with overrunning clutch, on L2800 and L3400 HST 3) Live- continuous running, on L3400DT The difference here is the tractor's transmission itself. The gear driven tractor of course uses the clutch for the gears as normal and also for the PTO gear. The HST...

Photogman. You, like everyone else, need a tractor for specific purposes. The size of your property puts the 4400 near the top of the consideration list, and now that they are available with the HST it seems nearly ideal. Nearly that is. I almost bought one with the loader and backhoe a month...

Congratulations Hamilton. I guarantee you will enjoy that tractor for a long time. Now get ready for long hours on this forum, hanging out at the dealer, talking to others who have similiar equipment and most of all, reading about those implements you may want to add. Be careful though...

TractorSmart home page I used the above site to find part numbers for my BH75. Hopefully it will provide you with the info you need for the BH90.

Delta 3-2 You ask a question about price and you receive all sorts of advice about which implements to add. Nothing new, it happens all the time. Makes for some good reading and provides some entertainment. I've been guilty of doing it a few times also. My problem, many times I read the...

Hamilton You've received some good advice already. In the end the final decision will be yours alone. That decision will be made on the tractor uses and which one fits those uses the best for you. In your situation I'm not sure which I would choose. If you plan to mow, the middle mounted...

I considered trading my 2007 L2800 HST with loader for a Grand L series. My tractor has less than 20 hours on it and looks like new. The dealer couldn't offer me much at all due to the 0 percent finincing on new models. I understood, sratched my head, mumbled, said thanks, and decided to...

Ken, you will receive many answers to this question, because as mentioned there is quite a range from the cheaper made units weighing around 300 pounds to the brand name units weighing around 450 pounds and up. You do have enough information however to establish an answer to the other question...

I rather thought it was the 1/2 ton that has no real purpose. I can carry the groceries home in the back seat of my 25 mpg car.

A certain hp engine in a light weight kubota should perform the same work as a similiar hp engine in a heavier tractor. There will be those who speak of torque rather than hp, but in our tractors, because much of the work is done at high RPM's, it's mostly hp that does that work, and generally...

Mowpower One advantage to saving the $4000 dollars on the 3400 is the additional savings you will enjoy with 5 foot implements, ie. rotary cutter and boxblade, none of which are too heavy for it's more limited 3 point lift capacity. The Grand series are much wider and may require $$$ larger...

Dmace I have one of those Chinese 30 hp bulldozers that was originally purchased from Artrac in western Arkansas. Great bunch of people there and helped me several times with a lot of good advice. Always had time to talk to me and reminded me once again that there are some really fine people...

I've looked at the John Deere 700 series and could only form one word, overpriced. For that money one could buy a heavy duty zero turn such as Kubota Z or John Deere Commercial Z Trak series, both of which will mow circles around the 700. If you do decide on the X700, there is no better choice...

Jake, I was pretty sure, the posting was in jest. Thanks for the reply (had to laugh at the one about the engineers).

JW5875 I looked at my records for the BH 75A backhoe and 16 inch bucket purchase. It was $7605 out the door including shipping, installation and the dreaded sales tax. I mentioned earlier that it was a little over $7700 when in actuality it was a little over $7600. Sorry for the mistake.

I too had to wonder at the intent of this reply. Infestation? Fake new members? Overpopulated with engineers?

LaneG I have the 2800 HST and can only speak for it. The difference in rear wheel power will not be noticeable other than pulling a heavy load in high range. Either one will spin the wheels before the engine bogs. I have a 30 hp Chinese bulldozer and even with its steel tracks, it does the...

The dealer will probably sell the backhoe, attachment hardware and bucket for around $7000. There is little markup and selling an add-on for much less than that figure is unlikely. There are however additional costs involved. Shipping of the backhoe, bucket and brackets is expensive...

JurassicJet Looks like you've done your homework. You mentioned some very fine garden tractors, but the problem remains. No matter which you choose, it will be a lawn mower that is at best capable of doing some very light duty chores. As mentioned previously, a BX Kubota will outperform those...

Samandothers I was looking for something similar a couple years ago. Looked at all the box store offerings (Home Depot artificial John Deere, Club Cadet, Husky, Craftsman and others) in the Memphis area and came away disappointed. I ended up buying a used (50 hours) LX266 at a John Deere...

I use a 5 foot box behind my similiarly powered Orange Crush and It seems to be the ideal size for me and my tractor's needs. I wouldn't recommend anythng larger. While my recommendation is only an opinion and should be taken as such, one thing most people would suggest is, get a quality made...

I use a 5 foot Rhino behind my 23.5 PTO hp Kubota L2800 HST and it does fine. In my particular case, power for the 5 foot cutter isn't an issue as much as the weight of a "heavy duty" model might be.

Congratulations RichT. That will be my next one. I looked at one a couple weeks ago and fell in love. With the 0 percent interest, they just couldn't give much for my 07 L2800, so I ordered a BH75 backhoe and decided to keep it. Keep us posted on how it performs. I'm sure I'm only 1 of...

I use a 5 foot Rhino rotary cutter (model 160) with my L2800 hst and have been through some pretty thick stuff. No problems at all and have not needed more power or weight for my particular aplications. Your 3400 with its additional 5 hp will do fine. The greatest consideration will be the...

Man I broke mine about 10 years ago. Of all things playing paintball. I didn't see that hole in the ground as I was running down a hill. I remember hearing it break, then after I fell, looked at my knee pointing one way and my foot the other (you'd think someone almost 50 would know better)...

Nice group of equipment. Appears to be a good price also. Hard to imagine a better value out there than that 3400. I know you'll enjoy it for a long time.

At one time it seemed worth the wait for lighter duty diesels to become available for half ton pickups. Now however with the ultra low sulfur fuel and emissions requirements the fuel mileage differences will not be as great and the cost of those diesel engines will be much more expensive. Thus...

A 6 foot box blade to pull behind a L3400?

I use a 5 foot Rhino with my 2800. One thing to keep in mind is weight. Some of the heavy duty 5 foot units are quite heavy while some 6 foot light duty models, of which I wouldn't recommend, are much lighter. You wouldn't go wrong with a medium duty 5 foot model made by one of the reputable...

A loaded 4 wheel drive F150 4x4 crew cab with driver, passengers and full tank of fuel will weigh just a few hundred pounds less than the GVWR. Add a heavy diesel option and the "payload" may be about what a weeks worth of groceries would weigh, providing one doesn't buy the large bag of...

There are many who know more about this subject than I do, but the rating of those gearboxes seems to be a measurement of ruggedness. One will stand up to 65 hp , another will stand up to 45 hp. It wouldn't hurt at all to have much more than you need but the mower assembly of a higher rated...

If I needed a tractor to till a few acres, work an orchard, do some occasional backhoe work, perhaps some mowing and other chores, I guarantee a B3030 with its independent PTO would be my first choice.

MSWLOGO As others have said, you MUST have brakes to pull that much weight. Now the decision is your's. Buy and install a brake controller (about $100 plus installation) or borrow a truck with one already installed. If the truck you mentioned does not already have one, it wont do you any...

I have no advice other than what has already been written except: Do your homework, visit all the dealers you can, learn as much as you can about all the brands offering the compact size you will need. Do not make this decision too quickly. When you read or hear of an advantage or disadvantage...

A tractor performs its work at higher RPM's. In order to obtain the ideal 540 rpm PTO speed, many tractor engines are turning upwards of 90% of their maximum. At higher RPM's any internal combustion engine is making horsepower. Torque is a measurement of the twisting force but horsepower is a...

Oh the diesel, is it worth it question. It's been asked many times and answered many more times. We can read the numbers and spec sheets until we're blue in the face and still are confused. Confused that is, until we hook up to a heavy load. At that time all the questions disappear. I...

A 60 inch is probably the ideal length for the 3400 HST. But! if you can buy a like new GB72 for $350 less than new, your local dealer may give you more than you paid for a trade. Might make your new GB60 less expensive.

It's so difficult to find that one ideal tractor to fit all the needs. Now and in the future. Impossible actually. The B7800 becomes your "standard" to compare all the others with. Can you get by with a few less HP? Wheel power yes. You'll spin before bogging down. But PTO power, now that's...

We hear of this far too often. I promise you I will be on the lookout for these items here in northwest Mississippi. and hope others will as well. I'm not angered often, but reading this makes me mad as &%$#.

Add another 3500 dollars, suddenly your 2800 looks like a steal at 13,500.

I paid 12,200 for a new (07) L2800 Hydro with folding ROPS, with 3 years at 0% interest. 1,200 for a new Rhino 160 Cutter and 550 for a new Rhino 5 foot boxblade. 13,950 total. However I paid tax on the total amount. I don't believe I'd pay 13,500 for a year old tractor with gear transmission...

I recall reading something similar to; Give a man a fish and he eats for a day, give him a fishing pole and he eats while the season lasts. Give a man a tractor and he spends the rest of his life looking for attachments. Great tractor. I almost bought one, but just couldn't get together on the...

Seems like an great price, especially if it has a slip clutch. A new Rhino 160 would cost around $1200.

You can see the top of the bucket on the LA463 but that's all. Until one gets used to reading the leveler, it's very difficult to know when the bucket is at or near level. Good idea and nice job with the level indicator. As a user of the same loader I can easily see where it would be handy to...