buying compact tractor 30hp range

Anonymous Poster · May 27, 2003

I am looking to buy a new tractor in the 30hp range 4x4 and would like any info on what may or may not be the best value for the dollar . looking at all brands and all manuf. so any help would be great.

Gunfighter · May 27, 2003

Two of the tractors in the 30 hp class I like best are the John Deere 790 and New Holland TC 30...
They offer the most bang for the buck in this hp tractor. There is no bells an whistles but
each is loaded with everything you need to get the job done.

The JD 790 is available with 8 sp gear transmission only.
The NH TC 30 is available with 9 sp gear or HST drive.
Other then the above, the size, weight, price are very similar
The HST drive adds at least a $1000 dollar...

markie61 · May 27, 2003

JD 790
NH TC30 - lot of weight, good loader capacity, HST available
Kubota L3000
Kioti LK3054 - has shuttleshift
Branson 2810 - shuttle, 12x12, lots of extra features
Century 2028 - same as Branson
Mahindra
Scorpion/TYM T300 - makes the Korean Manhindras but with Kubota engines
Cub Cadet - some are Mitsubishi, some are Kioti
Long Agribusiness LT300 - VERY full featured
PowerTrac - articulated tractor
+ many boutique/specialty tractors

You need to state your needs clearly to get further guidance. Also, regardless of the brand, the most important thing is the dealer - will he service you.
Mark

rockyridgefarm · May 27, 2003

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I almost didn't even price Deere. I ended up finding it to be the best value. Your mileage may vary, but leave no stone unturned.

Casimir · May 27, 2003

I would add the Kubota
B7800 - economy model comparable to the NH TC30

B2910 - more operator comfort and convenience features, like the NH TC33D

and L3130 - getting some really great reviews - "on a bigger frame, for not many more dollars"

Really boils down to (1) what you want/need to do with the tractor, (2) which one fits you best, both ergonomically and economically, and (3) which dealer you think will best provide service if/when you need it. [not necessarily in priority order /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif]

Rattler - sent you a private message.

icat · May 27, 2003

Rattler,
The "other" thing we need to know is if you need 30HP total or 30 PTO HP. Makes a big difference in the tractor we would recommend (cost too). How about a budget as well?

I just purchased a Kubota L3130 HST 4WD with 32HP, but the PTO power is only rated at 24HP. Makes a difference in the size of the cutter I can power.

johnsonauto · May 27, 2003

I would recomend the korean tractors: Mahindra 2810 28 hp availible in gear with syncroshuttle or hydro, or go up to the 3510 35 hp in gear trans. Kioti and branson/century all have a good product also but i think Mahindra has a better total package, product support, parts availiblity, dealer net work etc. But try as many of them as you can pick the one you feel most comfortable with.

GAKubotaFan · May 27, 2003

I just got a Kubota B7800 and really like it. I don't have many hours on it, but am happy with it so far. For the money in the compact group I think it is the most tractor for the money. I don't consider the Kubota L series to be compact, too large for my land. I also looked at the 33D and 4310 JD. Both are fine tractors, the Kubota just fit by land better.

ozarkske · May 27, 2003

I'm also new to this site and have spent all my time since I found TBN just going through all the threads and posts, just to give this novice some very useful info, before even going into see a dealer. Start visiting dealers tomorrow.
PS, I thought Mahindra was made in India?