I was also trying to pick between JD, NH and Kubota, It looked like I was going to go with JD, since they are 5 miles down the road from me and they have a good service department. For me the NH just did not seem like a good match for my needs. I went to look at Kubota and found that L3130 HST was just what I've been looking for. I ordered one and I am waiting for delivery next week. 0% financing didn't hurt either. The waiting part is tough. I think JD, NH and Kubota all have great tractors. It all comes down to personal needs (wants) and service, like others have said.