Decision time- Kubota B7800 vs B2710 vs B2910

[fishman]

First off, let me say that I have a b2910. When I bought, I compared to the b2710, because the b7800 wasn't around in 2001. Anyway, I chose the 2910 because of the cushier seat, the extendable lower link arms, and the extra 3 hp. Also included with the 2910 which was not important to me was an improved cruise control lever.

Comparing the 2910 to the 7800, you come up with similar differences in features. In addition, the 7800 has a "quarter inching lever" to adjust the 3 pt hitch. This means that it does not have position control, which may or may not be important to you. The lack of a rear hydraulic port on th 7800 might be an issue for rear implements that use hydraulics, such as a log splitter.

I know nothing about snowblowers. I live in Texas. /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif

I personally wouldn't be too concerned about getting a discontinued model. Kubota is going to revamp the 2910 for next year as well. Most of the models that are available now weren't available when I made my decision just 3 years ago. I guess what I'm trying to say is Kubota is continually readjusting it's product line. It doesn't make the tractor any less useful and I doubt it affects the resale value much if any, unlike cars and trucks.

Bottom line, the cost of these three tractors are fairly close to one another. I would choose the one you are most happy with. They are all great.

 

[riptides]

That is a fine class of machinery you are looking at.

"creature comforts"- As one noter pointed out, go with the 2910.

I ended up getting the B7800. I have no use for a comfortable seat, tilt wheel, position control, cruise control and the positional stablizing bars on the 2910. I used the difference in price to get another attachment.
I could go after market on the bars, but I only swap implements every now and then.

You should go drive them around the dealer lot and figure out which one is right for you.

I would not be worried about "discontinued" models. They seem to be built tough and in fairly large amounts.

-Mike Z. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[Henro]

The three machines are the same physical size, so the ONLY differencees are the luxury items (ignoring the -3 HP of the 2710).

I have a B2910. I find the extendable lower links VERY useful when attaching implements, and VERY, VERY useful when putting my backhoe on.

Tilt wheel? Forgot I had one. Set it once and forgot about it.

Stabilizer arms for the lower link arms? Very convient as compared to the turn buckles on my BX...

Cruise control? I almost took mine off...until I was running about a hundred yards time after time with loader/dirt scoop full of dirt. Made a great difference. It will not come off...

Position control. Did not know the value until I get the BX without it. Would not give it up now...

Rear outlet for hydraulics...did not need it till I decided I wanted rear remotes. Now am happy it is there.

Seat? Well, I don't know about the seat...but I do know about the suspension UNDER the seat. Great suspension. Spend a full 10 or 12 hour day on the B2910 seat and you are glad you have it. REALLY.

Had the B7800 been around when I bought my B2910 I might have ended up with one. But knowing what I know now, in my case I would opt for the B2910, even if the B7800 was around. As long as I could afford the price difference...

 

[mtrain]

The B2710 and B2910 are going to be revamped for 2005. The B7800 is the same powertrain as the B2910 but without all the deluxe features. I will also say that the machine that is coming out to replace the B2910 is going to have a factory cab option with A/C and heat! Just thought I would pass this along to you. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[fivazpond]

Thanks for the heads-up. I had heard some rumblings locally. My sales rep told me that a new model 3030 was to be introduced soon w/ a factory cab. It seems like the manufacturers are tired of seeing these cab builders making some good $$ on such a consumer needed add-on. Especially for us snow movers!
Good news, but don't know if I can afford to wait 'til January (at least) for a replacement tractor- but maybe.
Bill

 

[ronjhall]

If your still looking at a B2910. The Curtis cab is no slouch. But it does not have A/C.
Price is about $2000 for soft side and $3000 for Hard side.

 

[nick37]

I have a B7800 with the 63" front blower and fertilizer spreader filled with salt on the 3ph. Admittedly last winter was not normal for snowfall, but I was very pleased with the blower. I like that it has two halves with their own shear pins. Even when I broke one half I could still shave roughly 3' out each pass, and deal with the broken pin at a more convenient time. Despite a steep, northward driveway and my rookie mistakes, I encountered very few problems with traction and I have only turf tires. I plan on adding chains soon, if only to break up the ice tracks. I've commented on another thread that the "salt" spreader was not ideal, but at the very least it's a weight box.

I wish I had the blower accessories and cabs mentioned above, but for now I get by with a full snowsuit and ski goggles. A perfect snow removal machine would probably have a cab.

 

[plaindave]

I went through the same process as you - and most everyone else it seems - on deciding which model to choose. I ended up with the 7800 simply on price. With the exception of the position control I didn't see the extra options being worth that much to me. For me the money saved was better spent on attachments I needed.

Two years later I'd make the same decision. Couldn't be happier with my choice. Starts everytime and has more than enough power for my needs.