Buying Advice Buying a cab model (30-45 hp) for a big man on a budget.

[huntsman1024]

Buying a new tractor soon, and I seem to have it narrowed down to a few options. I am a large man (6'3" 320lbs) and I get the feeling most of the operator stations on these modern tractors were designed with MUCH smaller people in mind. Another thing that makes it difficult is big feet. 13EEE shoes tend to take up a lot of floor space. I have already ruled out Yanmar, Mahindra, and LS because of cabin size and layout of controls. Too small. Kubota and JD cab models are out of my price range. I sat in some Bransons and loved the way they fit me, as did the Bobcats. Also sat in some TYM units and, well, I guess I could get used to them if I had to. Used for yard and property work food plots, and landscaping. I live on 15 acres and have a VERY long driveway.

 

[smartascii]

I believe the Bobcat tractors are made by Kioti, if their pricing or dealer situation is more favorable for you.

 

[George2615]

You may want to take a second look at LS. I found their cabs to be plenty large for my size 13's and 6'1". Though I am a lightweight at only 210#. Its been 6 years since I bought mine and have no complaints.

 

[finn1]

I have a Kioti CK4010. The NX series has a flat floor and larger cab. The ck is a little restrictive around the wheel, The floor has an inconvenient hump, and the seat is a little low. Don稚 know for sure, but I imagine the DK cab is between the CK and NX.