Price Check B3300SU tractor/loader package

[CurtisG]

Stopped by the Kubota dealer today to discuss a possible purchase of a B2620 and in the discussion I said it looks so small compared to the L2800 he had also shown me. He said well.....let me show you something else you might consider, and brought out the brochure on the B3300SU, which he did not have on display but said they had some -- not assembled yet. Just wondering if anyone has gotten pricing so I can compare the different models.

Thanks,
Curt

 

[magicheater]

I am not a big fan of the new LA504 loader for what it's worth.

 

[bstrom]

I am not a big fan of the new LA504 loader for what it's worth.

Could you elaborate on that? Not disagreeing or anything - I just think sometimes I should have bought it and the B3200 instead of my B2620 so I lift more.

 

[magicheater]

You must have the LA364 loader. You are talking a #100 difference max. The LA504 has the same lift specs as the LA402 loader. However it has #1. narrower arm placement, #2. no cross bracing, and #3. a closer pin placement on the bucket. Narrower arm placement amplifies the forces on bucket edges, no cross bracing is a weaker design, and a closer pin placement on the bucket may improve the bucket speed but decreases breakout force given pressures and cylinder specs are the same. I would presume that the cylinders are shorter but I forgot to measure when I did my initial assessment. Closer pin placement on the bucket gives a shorter arc of travel, thus shorter cylinders needed. A step up to the L2800 would give you a #220 increase in lift and a better loader design in IMHO. I have thought a lot of upgrading to a L3400 which has the same loader. When you move to the L4400 you get the LA703 loader which is a serious increase but a longer tractor also. Don't kick yourself for getting a B2620. Tractor weight has a lot to do with effectiveness of the loader, it's not all about lift. Hope I helped and not confused you.:confused2:

 

[bstrom]

Yeah, I like the B2620 with the 364 loader but I've got a couple of landscaping rocks I can't quite pick up even with the forks on which frustrates me. If I had the L2800 not sure I could get it into certain places and it's a lot of weight with loaded tires to go over softer areas. Oh well, everything is compromise I guess.

 

[CurtisG]

Well.....didn't get any replies about pricing on the B3300SU loader package but I went ahead and placed my order today for one . It was still in the crate, which I looked at, and has to be assembled so it should be ready by Tuesday. The dealer also threw in the cruise control and the draw bar which is not included on this model. I also purchased a 5' Land Pride finishing mower (painted Kubota orange :thumbsup Now, all I am waiting for is someone to buy my '87 DeutzAllis tractor that I have for sale locally. My final tractor choices were between the Kubota and Mahindra, but even tho more expensive I decided the orange was the best way to go. Should hold it's value longer!

Curt

 

[TripleR]

Congratulations on your new purchase, this model/package is relatively new and while I have seen some discussions on here about it, can't remember anyone who bought it thus the reason for lack of responses.

I am sure you will like it with the equipment you purchased. A cruise control really comes in handy and Land Pride makes really good equipment, I have two rotary cutters, RTR tiller and box blade.

Enjoy:thumbsup:

 

[roadhouse]

iv had my 3300 for about 3or4 weeks now and no complaints yet. i paid 16800 delivered with loader, loaded r4s, rear hydros, and hooks welded on the bucket. and i just picked up a 60 inch rhino finish mower fro 200 (steal). also, once you recieve your owners manual youl relize theres alot more differences with 3200 than claimed on the brochures.(positive diffs)

 

[CurtisG]

iv had my 3300 for about 3or4 weeks now and no complaints yet. i paid 16800 delivered with loader, loaded r4s, rear hydros, and hooks welded on the bucket. and i just picked up a 60 inch rhino finish mower fro 200 (steal). also, once you recieve your owners manual youl relize theres alot more differences with 3200 than claimed on the brochures.(positive diffs)

:thumbsup:WOW!!!You got a terrific price on that Rhino finish mower, mine was $1650, wish I could have found a bargain like that.

Curt

 

[Tompet]

iv had my 3300 for about 3or4 weeks now and no complaints yet. i paid 16800 delivered with loader, loaded r4s, rear hydros, and hooks welded on the bucket. and i just picked up a 60 inch rhino finish mower fro 200 (steal). also, once you recieve your owners manual youl relize theres alot more differences with 3200 than claimed on the brochures.(positive diffs)

Roadhouse,
Could you elaborate on a few of the differences you've found?
tp

 

[easygo]

Man!!! $200 :drool: for a mower like that and you are not ashamed?
A few months back I found a 6' Bush Hog mower for $800 and I was happy as a clown, grinning all the way home.

Curtis,
I'm sure you will be happy with the tractor. In the mean time you can get your camera ready with fresh batteries and all. (I'm sure you know what I mean)

 

[roadhouse]

yeah it was a pretty good deal on the mower, i seen it sitting next to somebodys garage and asked what he wanted for it. he said a couple hundred bucks, i didnt hesitate to pull out my wallet on the spot. id have to get my book to tell you all the differences but the major one was the weight, wich the brochure said they are the same, but the 3300 is quit a bit heavier. and the 3300 has a cast steal rear axle vs the cast aluminum on the 3200. im pretty sure the front axle was beafier. the 3300 has more lifting force on the 3point, and the stated much larger r4s(wich makes 2 mph faster lol).

 

[toothdoc]

The 3300 and 3200 weight the same (1764lbs or 1924 with weighted R4s). Tire sizes are the same size(the same frame tractor)...Same pump output-just a little more hp on the 3300 which gives you a little more lift capacity at the 3pt (1786lbs vs 1655lbs).

 

[roadhouse]

they do not weigh the same and the r4 tire size are not the same. they share the same owners manual(wich i have because i own one). the info is side by side on the same page.

 

[bstrom]

It's the same displacement 4 cylinder engine right? The 3300 is just rated at a higher RPM?

 

[kuboman]

they do not weigh the same and the r4 tire size are not the same. they share the same owners manual(wich i have because i own one). the info is side by side on the same page.

I believe they are the identical tractor except for the mm pto. The weight diff comes in with the bigger tire size that is an option. The extra 1 hp comes with the extra revs on the engine.

 

[CJBOTA]

I almost bought the B3300 and at the last minute decided to go with the new L3700. I have 50 hours on it and I am absolutely happy with my decision. The L3700 is about $1000 less then the L3400.
I can't remember the difference in price between the B3300 and the L3700 but I do remember it wasn't that much compared to the amount of tractor you get.To me it is a obvious, get the L3700.....cj from ohio

 

[CurtisG]

Got my new B3300SU today, dealer called yesterday and said it would be ready after 1pm but I had a doctors appointment 35 miles away so I told him to wait until today. I had a little seat time using the new finish mower and was well pleased with the ease of driving the tractor with HST as my old one was gear. Haven't tried out the loader yet but my next door neighbor said he had a pile of dirt to be moved when I wanted to try it out!! I hopefully added a picture of me on the tractor to my signature. More pictures to come when I figure out how to post them

Curt

 

[CurtisG]

:Here's some pics of the tractor and me Thanks to all who gave me advice:thumbsup:

Curt

 

[Kayakin2]

Nice tractor! Show us it working!