Comparable Tractors for JD 3320

[browns40]

Kubota Canada has a nice comparison feature on their website.

Compares the Kubota with the JD & NH in the "same" class spec by spec, but offers no pricing information...

Never has been updated from comparing against JD's 4x10 lineup, but the 3x20's are identical spec-wise, just powered differently/meeting emissions requirements... I believe they also are creating more torque.

4210=3120, 4310=3320, 4410=3520 for comparisons sake.

 

[Croomrider]

There's part of the problem. When I look at the Kubota website, I only see 4 "L" models: L2800. L3400, L4400, and the Grand L30. People keep referring me to models that I can't find, making me wonder if I'm going nuts! (A distinct possibility... The longer I hang out on this board, the larger and more complex my tractor needs become, and the more implements I feel I can't do without...) Is the L3130 an older model that's no longer made?

Jim,

When you get to the page you refer to, click on the Grand L30. It branches to a whole line of tractors they refer to as Grand L's, with 30 being the current series. It comprises six sizes of tractors which are L3130, L3430, L3830, L4330, L4630 and the L5030. The first two digits represent the HP rating of each tractor and the 30 represents the series. Good luck!

CR

 

[390GT]

In my experience the product comparision pages all are biased. One needs to search the Specs. for each model on the manufactures pages, print them out and make comparisions from there . More important is to go look at and hopefully operate each model. Greg

 

[Iowachild]

In my experience the product comparision pages all are biased. One needs to search the Specs. for each model on the manufactures pages, print them out and make comparisions from there . More important is to go look at and hopefully operate each model. Greg

I agree competely with this.

 

[JimParker]

As for the price of the 3320 being only $300 more than the 3120, that is not entirely correct. The 3120 comes standard with eHydro transmission while the 3320 comes standard with gear transmission. The eHydro transmission option is $825.

Seemed odd to me, also. But here's the link to the website:
http://www.ag-power.com/Midfram%203000%2020s%20(2)%2008022006.pdf
On this link, you can see that the 3120 eHydro is $14,774, whereas the 3320 eHydro is $15,035. These guys have always treated me well, (I bought a lawn "tractor" (mower) from them 10 years ago). They always seem to put together some "super-duper" packages for their display at the State Fair of Texas (in Dallas, starting Friday). I'm going to have to go to the fair, just to see what they are offering.

By the way, these seem like pretty competitive prices, considering this is with absolutely no negotiation at all. Do you guys agree?

 

[canoetrpr]

There's part of the problem. When I look at the Kubota website, I only see 4 "L" models: L2800. L3400, L4400, and the Grand L30. People keep referring me to models that I can't find, Is the L3130 an older model that's no longer made?

The Grand L30 refers to a whole series of Grand L tractors vs the L2800, L3400 and L4400 which are the so called "Economy L" series.

Just click on that link and select "Specifications" to take you to the long list of Grand L models.

I think that the L3430 is the best comparison to the L3320. I totally second the idea of going with the extra HP in the same frame. The L3430 is a 34hp model compared to the L3130 - on the same frame with more HP.

On the Kubota's the LA723 loader is optional but it is a must in my opinion if you are going with the Grand L3130, L3430. So if you end up comparing on loaders - this one is the one to compare with.

Other than keeping with the extra HP suggestion, here are some other thoughts:

- The JD3120, 3320, 3520 are really nice tractors. I don't think that you could really go wrong with this series vs. the Kubota Grand L if it "feels" right to you. Definately keep an eye on which dealer will be better for service.

- I think you should rethink the idea of not getting a rotary cutter for you pastures and using a MMM instead. A MMM is great for turf in my opinion but not for pasture. I considered a finishing mower for my pastures - thinking that they were in fairly good shape but would have regretted not getting a rotary cutter. Unless it really is turf - its not level, will have rocks, sticks etc.... and you will be MUCH better of with a rotary cutter for your pastures.

- I would stick to the Grand L or JD 3130, 3330 line vs. the economy line that each manufacturer offerss... particularly if you value the creature comforts. I went with the L3400 and love it but if I were to do it again I think I would find it hard to pass up the opportunity to go with the luxury models.

- Think HARD about some of the little extras and get the negotiated into the deal and done before the tractor is delivered. Much harder to justify adding them later and much more of a hassle (having to pay to send the tractor to the dealer). Some suggestions:

- Rear remotes: 3 of them.
- Hydraulic top and side links (top-n-tilt)
- Loaded tires
- Chain hooks welded on loader bucket
- Implements you will need.

Have fun making your decision.