How many of these are out in the wild and some general questions.

[Catalyst]

How many of these are out in the wild? Any idea on overall numbers from Summit's side? I ask because they look to be fairly slow moving locally, so I am curious how many owners are out there and on this forum, especially since the traffic in this specific forum seems to move fairly slow? I was hoping to see a lot more videos, reviews, implement reviews, etc on various social media platforms, but there really isn't a whole lot out there aside from 2 or 3 channels - which is great, but more is certainly better.

I own mine either way, and I've decided to invest in your company, your vision, and your mission. So far it seems like a solid platform, but I do have a few questions.

1. What direction is the future of Summit headed - larger/smaller tractors? cabs? other tire options with mid mount mowers?
2. What is the plan with the App and is it working for anyone? If not, can you just direct the QR Code to this forum or your support email for registration - actually an initial email for registration would be an *excellent* start for the customer / CSR relationship development. It would be great to have a live person ask me how my delivery went, if anything was missing, or if I had any suggestions, as well as information about performing the initial 50hr services (because most 1st-time owners are clueless about it).
3. Why isn't there a discount on implement purchases with the sale of a new tractor like other manufacturers offer? I didn't buy anything extra with my TX25 - there was zero incentive and that is a missed opportunity. With my Kubota, I loaded up on a back blade, a box blade, and a mid mount mower, because they were $500 off at initial purchase.

You had a relationship with Good Works Tractors, but that seems to have gone away - which is a shame, because Courtney was putting out some good content. I was hoping to see him end up with a production unit and new content. There are only a small handful of other social media channels promoting and using your products - It would be great to see more. I nerd out on tractor content right before bed. Any plans in the works?

For anyone else who is hungry for content or on the fence for one of these, I've been engaging back and forth with Brad over at Piney Grove. Him and his wife are putting out some good content, and quite a bit features his TX25.

However, my usage and climate is a bit different than Brad's. I'm up in Michigan and deal with entirely different weather, including a lot of snow or frozen ground.

 

[blacktruck]

Well written @Catalyst
I have been wanting to buy one of these since I first saw it on the GWT YouTube channel. I work out of state and still planning to get one when I return. I too have wondered if there are plans to expand the lineup with other HP tractors or other branded equipment. I have looked at them every time I go to one of the farm stores carrying them. I think the quality is as good as any of the other brands. The standard specs are better than any other brand. Yep, I want one. I think the parent company has built more of this or similar models than we realize. I am convinced it will be a good fit on my small farm. I would love to see more YT content on these. Everything I have seen seems to show users being happy with the tractors.

 

[kscaddo55]

I've had mine for a good year now with no problems. The app has never worked and I am somewhat disturbed with the website. Never updated, etc. That being said, I reckon if the company goes belly up the Solis parts ought to work. Regards and YMMV.

 

[blacktruck]

I've had mine for a good year now with no problems. The app has never worked and I am somewhat disturbed with the website. Never updated, etc. That being said, I reckon if the company goes belly up the Solis parts ought to work. Regards and YMMV.

Yep, I noticed that too. Being a start up of any kind is a tough thing I suspect. With the additional features and the use of a well proven tractor, I remain hopeful for them to stay the course and make these better known. I am already in that boat with an orphan tractor. I bought a Cub Cadet/Yanmar when they went together and built those about 2009-11 time frame. I bought a new one. A couple years later, the dealer I bought from and local support was gone. Fortunately, the only parts I have needed could be sourced from Yanmar or a couple of online dealers. I haven't needed much so it really wasn't a big deal. I would think this would apply with the Summit tractors. I still like the looks of them, I like the standard features and the size for what I want to do.

 

[Catalyst]

I have to think things are somewhat ok - our local family farm and home just took delivery of a tx25 with a backhoe.

But watching. Stuff like this always has me worried. Heh.

 

[ultrarunner]

Volume is traditionally your friend for longevity…

Add to that simplicity of design where the more complex the electronics also tends to affect longevity…

I originally wanted a Deere but could not get the time of day from dealers saying it was harvest time and expect a call back in 6 to 8 weeks.

Went to a Kubota New Holland Dealer looking at Kubota but sales was pushing New Holland…

Traveled and found my BX and very pleased with it…

Went back to the Kubota New Holland about a year later to buy a porthole digger and was told I could not buy the one in stock since I did not buy a tractor from them…. I never went back.

In the SF Bay Area it’s not easy to go tractor shopping and not being able to sit in the seat would be a problem for many a would be buyer.

 

[blacktruck]

I have to think things are somewhat ok - our local family farm and home just took delivery of a tx25 with a backhoe.

But watching. Stuff like this always has me worried. Heh.

I'm being optimistic here. I know it is s tough economic time for everyone, particularly businesses that don't sell a must have consumer product. I am hopeful for Summit. They offer a great value with the features and build quality of the tractor. We've all seen companies just going for the cheapest product they can sell without regard to the actual value to the user. I think Summit does fill a niche that was not being serviced by the bigger brands.

 

[Catalyst]

I think the overall package Summit offers really fits well for a lot of 5-15 acre property owners that cant justify 30-40k on a larger tractor all loaded out.

 

[blacktruck]

I agree.
I have 14 acres with most of it being rented out for crops. The waterways and edges of the field and my yard and and another property I take care of in town are what I need to service. I would like to have a Ventrac or something similar but cannot justify the cost of the tractor and then the cost of the specialized attachments that are used with it. The Summit is the right size for what I want to do. I manage to get through it now with a subcompact tractor but just looking for a bit more size and the use of the rear SCV. I just priced one, the tractor and a few attachments can be had for about $24K. That's doable and easy to justify in my mind.

 

[isleview]

But watching. Stuff like this always has me worried. Heh.

Respectfully, I dislike posts like this.

Summit chose a great platform to build its brand on and the company cares about their product and its customers. I know this because I own a TX25.

If you dig into the TX25, you’ll see it’s a rebranded tractor made by one of the largest tractor manufacturers in the world.

The engine is also made by a proven multi-national business.

Therefore, if Summit goes under TX25 owners will receive parts the same way as they are today.

Admittedly, parts with Summit green paint might become hard to find rather quickly, but there will be parts for the TX25 for decades to come with or without Summit.

In the meantime, there are no TX25 horror stories here or elsewhere on the web. The platform is reliable and Summit continues to act in a customer-friendly manner.

In other words, for shoppers looking for an alternative to JD, et al, there’s no reason not to look at a TX25.

Shop around, compare the features and price of the TX25 and put your choice to work.

As for my situation, I’ve got 70+ wooded acres and remain fully satisfied with my TX25 and Summit’s customer service.

Sure, issues pop up, but as I’ve said in previous posts, Summit’s always eager to make things right.

As for the Summit app and website, I agree with the criticisms. E-commerce is my field and this stuff bothers me, especially knowing that it’s not only important, but Summit’s options and fixes are relatively easy and inexpensive (this includes killing the app).