Buying Advice B2601 questions and availability
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I do like how the Kubota Canada link page is set up where you can just scroll down to see all models and starting prices.
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You are right, I forgot about that one. My dealer actually showed me that model when I picked out the 3301. Kubota numbers are brutal to keep straight.
MattEffinCameron
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I am also looking for a 2620. Wish I could swing a 2601 but i need to find something used to fit in my budget....
Anyway, I spoke to Barlow (KY) and they have no pricing information or anything on the 2601, said it might be a few months before they get any info let alone machines. Meanwhile multiple dealers in new england have been able to quote me prices on 2601s and I know at least one of them had machines on the lot already.
When I spoke to norfolk power at their RI location about a month ago they had a 2601 they were expecting any day...so they have likely received it by now. I called some NH dealers, cant remember which ones, last week and one of them had a 2601 sitting outside on the lot. I think it depends on what region you are in but I am surprised to hear that in VT you are finding dealers who havent heard of the 2601 or cant quote prices on it yet...
Anyway, I spoke to Barlow (KY) and they have no pricing information or anything on the 2601, said it might be a few months before they get any info let alone machines. Meanwhile multiple dealers in new england have been able to quote me prices on 2601s and I know at least one of them had machines on the lot already.
When I spoke to norfolk power at their RI location about a month ago they had a 2601 they were expecting any day...so they have likely received it by now. I called some NH dealers, cant remember which ones, last week and one of them had a 2601 sitting outside on the lot. I think it depends on what region you are in but I am surprised to hear that in VT you are finding dealers who havent heard of the 2601 or cant quote prices on it yet...
Hi Matt-
Thanks for the response and the information. I only spoke to a couple of local dealerships, and I was also surprised at their responses and lack of information. I'm glad to hear there are some in the area, and I will make a few more calls to some dealers in NH to see what they have to say.
I also remembered reading on here one potential concern/drawback to the 2601 was the 3-point lift capacity on the 2601 seeming to be low. I spent some time closely comparing the 2601, 2620, and 2650 this past weekend. What I discovered is that the lift capacity on the 2601 was shown as being in lbs, but the numbers were actually kg. The spec sheet reports the lift capacity shown in lbs, and kg in parenthesis.... lb (kg). The numbers are actually reversed, so the lift capacity is quite a bit more than shown at first glance. It's reported as 820 (1808) at the lift point, and should read 1808 (820). These numbers are much more in line with what I was expecting, between the 2620 and 2650. Just wanted to let folks know, as its confusing at first glance.
Thanks again Matt for the information.
Thanks for the response and the information. I only spoke to a couple of local dealerships, and I was also surprised at their responses and lack of information. I'm glad to hear there are some in the area, and I will make a few more calls to some dealers in NH to see what they have to say.
I also remembered reading on here one potential concern/drawback to the 2601 was the 3-point lift capacity on the 2601 seeming to be low. I spent some time closely comparing the 2601, 2620, and 2650 this past weekend. What I discovered is that the lift capacity on the 2601 was shown as being in lbs, but the numbers were actually kg. The spec sheet reports the lift capacity shown in lbs, and kg in parenthesis.... lb (kg). The numbers are actually reversed, so the lift capacity is quite a bit more than shown at first glance. It's reported as 820 (1808) at the lift point, and should read 1808 (820). These numbers are much more in line with what I was expecting, between the 2620 and 2650. Just wanted to let folks know, as its confusing at first glance.
Thanks again Matt for the information.
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I had a B2920TLB (same physical size as the B2620) and traded it on a B3300TLB. If your only concern is maneuvering in the woods...and your choice is between the two...I suggest the new B2650. I have a small woods and have been in other tight quarters with the 3300 the same with the 2920 and the room required to maneuver is not much different. And that is with a BH on each unit.
They made a lot of nice upgrades on the 2650 (looks like the same with the 2601), for which they certainly charge. But, IMO, if you prefer the larger machine as you wrote, then I suggest you get it. Otherwise you will be wondering about your choice while it in the woods! In any event, enjoy your tractor search.
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For what its worth, I'm showing mid april for first shipments and volume in June.
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If you know of any dealers in New Hampshire - or the New England area that have a B2601 in stock - I'd really appreciate that info. I have a friend who is really interested in the tractor but he'd like to see one in the flesh before putting an order in.