Thanks for the info.
I found an old thread via the search option which linked me to some average sell figures. Also have had some very helpful Kubota sales reps at dealerships help with this as well. From my research, I should be able to get this package for around $5500.00.
The information on this site from is an invaluable resource for novices like me. I want to express a sincere thank you to all who are willing to take the time and share their knowledge.
Thanks,
Daro
If you find that package for $5500 -- run, don't walk, to buy it. That would be a very good deal.
I haven't seen any decent
B2150's with FEL and no other implements go that cheap. I've seen a couple
B1750 (very similar, but with a 20HP 3cyl) in that price range with FEL.
RobertN makes some interesting points about the
B2150 being heavier-duty design, and having the 3 range hydro. It depends on your application, if that matters. The
B2400 is a newer model, and you'll be more likely to find lower-hours examples of them. It also have a flat deck, which some people like ( I have a
B7610, which has a flat deck, and had a
B7100, which doesn't -- flat deck doesn't really matter to me).
One other consideration that was brought up in some of my queries on this subject a few months back, was that the newer model will be easier to find model-specific attachments like FEL's, back hoes, front-mount snow blowers, etc. Of course, non of that matters if you get a package that has all the pieces you need.
For what it is worth, I have a friend that has over 1300 hrs on a
B2150, and it is been a trouble free unit for him. He has followed the maintenance schedule to a 'T', so I'm sure that helps.