houska
Silver Member
- Joined
- Jan 18, 2019
- Messages
- 172
- Location
- close to Perth, Eastern ON, Canada
- Tractor
- Branson 4225h; Kubota KX-040
Two years ago, I chose a Branson 4225H over a Kubota L4060. Price was a consideration, though up here (Canada) the price differential was less than it is down in the U.S. I've been happy with my choice.
As others have said, dealer support is important. Both for warranty (which mine hasn't needed), but also for regular service (if you don't feel like doing it yourself) and helpful for attachments, though of course you can buy them elsewhere.
It's worth noting that Branson is beefier and much more mechanical. Kubotas, especially in the higher L__60 levels etc, are much more about you interfacing with a computer that controls the tractor. That certainly has ease-of-use advantages, but I was concerned about long-term maintenance.
As others have said, dealer support is important. Both for warranty (which mine hasn't needed), but also for regular service (if you don't feel like doing it yourself) and helpful for attachments, though of course you can buy them elsewhere.
It's worth noting that Branson is beefier and much more mechanical. Kubotas, especially in the higher L__60 levels etc, are much more about you interfacing with a computer that controls the tractor. That certainly has ease-of-use advantages, but I was concerned about long-term maintenance.