CompactTractorFan
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For the property you have now, I'd be looking at getting a BX series SCUT.
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CompactTractorFan
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Thanks for the input, guys. I see Kubota is offering 0% for 60 months, and while I could put down cash for a ZTR, I suppose the 0% makes an over double the cost tractor more appealing as well. The Kubota dealer is only a few miles from my house, so I'll hopefully get some time to get over there and check some of these models out firsthand. I would definitely need a belly mower, and at least a scraper blade if not a FEL.
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NO FEL
Don't ever say that out loud.We didn't get a FEL with a JD2305 because we have them on everything else and were sure we would never need it; bad idea for us anyway. My BX2660 with FEL is up there right now.
KU Gator
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You will not believe how much you will use a FEL until you have it available to you when you need/want it. Also remember, the FEL's come off of these machines very easily. It is truely a 5 minute job after you have done it a few times, so very easy to remove it for mowing, then throw it back on. As you mentioned, Kubota has the 0% 60 month financing, so the additionaly cost of the FEL now will only be a few $ per month. Maybe if your dad has implements for the 8N, they will be sized about right for some of the B's. Until the snow comes, I end up using the box blade a lot more than the rear blade, but soon I will be putting the rear blade on to be ready for the snow.
Try out different sizes of tractors. At some point rev them to the PTO speed and drive them to check out vibration, etc. And enjoy the tire kicking.
Try out different sizes of tractors. At some point rev them to the PTO speed and drive them to check out vibration, etc. And enjoy the tire kicking.
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A few suggestions -
having a Kubota dealer so close could be a blessing, or a curse. Do you know anything about the dealer? Reputable? Some dealers are great to work with, some should be avoided like the plague. Go to your local dealer, find out how they treat you, check out the service dept, ask around about them. While you're there, check out the different machines....but it sounds like a small BX would suit your needs.
Once you know what you're looking for, and since money seems to be a consideration, I would look around for a good used model to save some $$$. Some people will say the prices are too close to new, which they might well be, but there's always "deals" out there if you're willing to wait and do some digging.
Unless you're deadset on buying new with a warranty, you could save several thousand bucks with a used machine.
And.....get the FEL......:thumbsup:
Good luck!!
having a Kubota dealer so close could be a blessing, or a curse. Do you know anything about the dealer? Reputable? Some dealers are great to work with, some should be avoided like the plague. Go to your local dealer, find out how they treat you, check out the service dept, ask around about them. While you're there, check out the different machines....but it sounds like a small BX would suit your needs.
Once you know what you're looking for, and since money seems to be a consideration, I would look around for a good used model to save some $$$. Some people will say the prices are too close to new, which they might well be, but there's always "deals" out there if you're willing to wait and do some digging.
Unless you're deadset on buying new with a warranty, you could save several thousand bucks with a used machine.
And.....get the FEL......:thumbsup:
Good luck!!
Thanks fellas. I know we use the FEL on my dad's 990 ALL the time, and you're right, it's very simple to put on and take off (although we had a small issue last time with one of the hydraulic lines going back in). I know I would use it to plow my driveway (although smaller than my parents), so a blade would be a must, but I suppose so would a FEL.
They are pretty good to deal with from those whom have dealt with them in the past. Their prices are a tad high imho, but I don't know how much they negotiate.
For instance, they have a Kubota B2320DT with Ag tires listed at 11,608.00, but that isn't their sale price. Their website always says to call for price, so I'm curious as to how much room there is for negotiation.