First Tractor, Tractor Newbie

ckirklen · Mar 14, 2015

I've been lurking and reading tons of threads in this forum, but am pleased to make my first post an announcement: just pulled the trigger on an XR4040H today, along with a Woods BB72X cutter and an Atlas box blade.

Just wanted to say thanks for all the great advice and posts that helped validate my decision process. Pretty excited about the decision. It was between the XR4040H and the Kubota L3901 HST; both had their positives.

Now just gotta think of a name for it, since we always name our vehicles ;-)

deerseeker001 · Mar 14, 2015

Congrats on your new Tractor and Welcome from Wisconsin.

Bluesteel · Mar 14, 2015

ckirklen said:
I've been lurking and reading tons of threads in this forum, but am pleased to make my first post an announcement: just pulled the trigger on an XR4040H today, along with a Woods BB72X cutter and an Atlas box blade.

Just wanted to say thanks for all the great advice and posts that helped validate my decision process. Pretty excited about the decision. It was between the XR4040H and the Kubota L3901 HST; both had their positives.

Now just gotta think of a name for it, since we always name our vehicles ;-)

Nice! :welcome:

davesl708 · Mar 14, 2015

Welcome. Have fun with the new toy.

mjcountrybumpkin · Mar 14, 2015

Name it Handy , that's what it'll be.

k0ua · Mar 14, 2015

Welcome to TBN, and what a nice tractor, with many "extras" thrown in for free like telescoping lower links, telescoping sway bars, 2 rear remotes over double the lift capacity on the loader AND SSQA quick disconnect. etc.. good choice.:thumbsup:

peterc38 · Mar 15, 2015

Congratulation on the new tractor :thumbsup:

Don't forget about the rule: We need pictures!

HEC · Mar 15, 2015

Congratulations ------- What ever the name you choose, it will make you proud .

stingray1 · Mar 15, 2015

Welcome and congrats.

Underdog57 · Mar 15, 2015

ckirklen said:
I've been lurking and reading tons of threads in this forum, but am pleased to make my first post an announcement: just pulled the trigger on an XR4040H today, along with a Woods BB72X cutter and an Atlas box blade.

Just wanted to say thanks for all the great advice and posts that helped validate my decision process. Pretty excited about the decision. It was between the XR4040H and the Kubota L3901 HST; both had their positives.

Now just gotta think of a name for it, since we always name our vehicles ;-)

I call mine "Little Beast".

. Welcome & enjoy!

ozley · Mar 15, 2015

Good luck and have fun.

ckirklen · Mar 17, 2015

Thanks! Promise to post pics and updated avatar when it's delivered. Turns out Stuart at RCO Tractor, where I'm buying it, found an LS blue version of the Woods cutter in their Austin shop, so it'll match the tractor quite stylishly!

It's like being a kid again, but with a life-size set of Tonka toys!

lostcreekranch · Mar 17, 2015

The Woods BBX72 is a great cutter. The Blue is off a bit from LS Blue but, once you get it dirty who knew?

Sent from my iPad using TractorByNet

Fairfax · Mar 17, 2015

rlgustafson said:
The Woods BBX72 is a great cutter. The Blue is off a bit from LS Blue but, once you get it dirty who knew? <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/ls-tractors/416998-first-tractor-tractor-newbie-image-2889684111-jpg"/> <img src="http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/files/ls-tractors/416999-first-tractor-tractor-newbie-image-552394383-jpg"/> Sent from my iPad using TractorByNet

Rlgustafson, what is the length of your trailer? Looks like a perfect fit. I've been wondering what length trailer I would need for tractor and cutter if I go with the XR4040 or XR4046. Thanks in advance!

ckirklen · Mar 25, 2015

Finally! Today (3/25) was like Christmas in March, and the Elves finally finished their work at the North Pole. Elsie arrived today on a special sleigh! Here she is, with her Woods cutter and Atlas heavy duty box blade. Ready to have some fun!