Byra,
I have been looking at the 2810 HST and the 3015 for quite a while now and have come to the conclusion that the 3015 is the tractor for us.
I have finally operated both tractors, (and the 2310Shuttle, 2615HST, and others) while I like the look of the 2810HST and the two hydro peddles versus the Rocker peddle on the 15 series, I believe the 3015 is going to be a beetter choice in the long run.
I know all the hype about the 10 series being heavier, but if I need more weight in the 3015, I'll just add fluid to the tires and have the same weight.
The owner of my local Mahindra dealer has a 2810HST as his personal tractor and raves about it, however they just got the first 3015 last Thursday (so I could take a look and test drive), so I think they will get a chance to evaluate it now also.
BTW, the 2810HST has larger tires to get ground clearance so they could fit the belly mower underneath of it, the 15 series were built (for Cub Cadet) with a belly mower in mind from the get-go.
The 3015 is the IDENTICAL tractor to the Cub Cadet 7305 (except for paint and decals), so there is alot of information on the tractor if you research from the Cub viewpoint.
I have also talked to the mechanics at a local dealership that no longer even sells the Cub line (now they are all GREEN).
These former Cub mechanics could only say good things about the Mitsubishi hydro tractors.
The 3015 has these benefits over the 2810HST:
1. Direct injection engine (more efficient, easier to start)
2. Higher 3 ph. lift capacity.
3. Higher breakout and lift on the Mahindra loader.
4. Longer service history (as a Cub Cadet product).
5. Lower price (depending on who you talk to)
6. Japan vs. Korea
7. Mitsubishi vs TYM (I have seen Mitsu products for 30+ years)
8. Lower weight can be an asset, depending on your use.
9. Take a look at the sheetmetal, and general finish, it is better on the 15 series.
10. Steel fuel tank vs. plastic (even the new 10 series plastic tanks are sun bleached already at the dealer).
The only thing I don't like about the 15 series is the rocker pedal for the Hydro, it is on the same side (right side) as the brakes and you can't use the brakes for turning if your foot is on the rocker peddle. I am going to fabricate a cross-over shaft and a rocker peddle on the left side to allow use of the brakes more effectively.
I am sure there will be debates on this, and I REALLY do like the 2810HST, but my money is on the 3015.
I will be ordering my tractor with-in two weeks, (he already has a buyer for the one they brought in, and I am not quite ready to sign the dotted line), and will make a post when I put some hours on it.