JD2320 VS. Kubota B2620

[ford8n47]

Finally got the ok from the wife to get a real tractor. Torn between B2620 vs. the JD2320. Tractor will be primarily used for mowing about 3 acres of lawn. Looking at the 60" MMM. FEL work will consist of moving compost, gravel, wood. Need a rotary tiller for 60x60 garden. And finally a box blade to level out the lawn. Some hills on edges of property. Checking all the posts it seems the Kubota will come in cheaper. I still have yet to go talk to a salesman. I'll probably start this weekend going to the dealers. I'm 6'5 240lb not sure if that will make a difference on the seat and platform. Main difference I can see is the 3 range hydro on the KUB vs. 2 range on the JD. Loader speed and strength are about = but the KUB comes out on top. Biggest delemma is the green vs. orange color. I like the green but, if the KUB come in thousand or so cheaper then that is the kind of green I really like. Have about 19k to spend. Just looking for someone to sell me on either machine. Thanks in advance.

 

[BlackRaptor]

I don't own a 2320 I have a 2520 but honestly from what I've heard both the tractors are about equal. the 3 speed hydro is nice i'll admit but i've never once really needed it the 2 speed has covered my needs perfectly.

As far as price I paid 20K out the door for my 2520 with the 60 inch ramp on deck and the 200EX loader and 61inch bucket
So i'm sure you wouldn't have any trouble getting a 2320 for what your wanting to pay. Around here the Orange and Green where about the same price but I like my Deere dealer and he really has taken good care of me I think dealer support is a huge factor in buying a tractor.

For instance they hooked up one of my loader hoses wrong and when I lifted up the mower one of the pullies cut into it. I called them he was up there in 2 hours with a 445 mower for me to use and hauled the 2520 back to the shop they redid all the hoses and brought it back the next day. support like that is worth a ton to me.

Oh and green is a way better looking color haha

 

[ford8n47]

Thanks, I guess I will come down to how the dealer treats me also. It's service after the sale that is important. I love the green but we will see. Any more info from others is appreciated.

 

[RollingsFarms]

check out this video. this guy posts on here sometimes.

YouTube - John Deere 2320 how it works !


both are good tractors, but how many guys do you know grew up dreaming of owning a Kubota?

 

[LBrown59]

I don't own a 2320 I have a 2520 but honestly from what I've heard both the tractors are about equal. the 3 speed hydro is nice i'll admit but i've never once really needed it the 2 speed has covered my needs perfectly.

As far as price I paid 20K out the door for my 2520 with the 60 inch ramp on deck and the 200EX loader and 61inch bucket
So i'm sure you wouldn't have any trouble getting a 2320 for what your wanting to pay. Around here the Orange and Green where about the same price but I like my Deere dealer and he really has taken good care of me I think dealer support is a huge factor in buying a tractor.

For instance they hooked up one of my loader hoses wrong and when I lifted up the mower one of the pullies cut into it. I called them he was up there in 2 hours with a 445 mower for me to use and hauled the 2520 back to the shop they redid all the hoses and brought it back the next day. support like that is worth a ton to me.

*Oh and green is a way better looking color haha

*Nope orange is shrper.

 

[ScottK]

I think the biggest difference between them will be pedal configuration and maybe the loader control. I didn't care for the Kubota pedals when I rented one so I got the JD. Go sit on both of them to check the size of course.

 

[jcmseven]

They are pretty close machines. I looked at them both and had I not had such a good relationship with my JD dealer, I would have strongly thought about the Kubota. That said I bought the 2320 and feel it is an outstanding tractor. I would say that JD (and not to smokescreen here) has those ergonomics downpat. This is an often overlooked part of a machine. There are features on the Kubota I really like, but sitting in the seat and using both machines, the JD really shines. It is comfortable and the controls are just perfect, something I have never felt about the Kubota product. In most cases, JD dealer support is top notch and tough to beat. Where I live, going Kubota will really make it challenging to get service and support in a timely fashion. My parents have another story. Where they live Kubota has a strong dealer so virtually no one buys green. The truth of this is that there is no better machine between these two. Either one would make you a machine you would use happily for years. The question to ask is which one do you want to see in your garage on Saturday AM when you go start er' up to use it. I think we might know what the answer is there.

John M

 

[thatguy]

If you plan on taking the MMM on/off any at all go with the JD due to the drive-over deck.. Easy as pie taking the mower on/off..

Im assuming the Kubota does not offer a driver over deck though..

Brian

 

[thatguy]

Edit - Double tap on the post button

Brian

 

[MDM]

Heck, you might even be able to get the B2920 and still come in at 19,000. My vote goes to the 2620 if not the 2920. More hp, and the 3 range tranny. Drive them both an try pulling a hill on the 2320 in High range and see how it pulls. If you have any hills to traverse, the 3 range will shine.

 

[MDM]

If you plan on taking the MMM on/off any at all go with the JD due to the drive-over deck.. Easy as pie taking the mower on/off..

Im assuming the Kubota does not offer a driver over deck though..

Brian

The Kubota decks are drive over as well.

 

[Nuru]

*Nope orange is shrper.

Once upon a time i considered a Kubota (Gonshiro Oode founder, a teenager in 1890's Nippon), but i decided on going GREEN - much more comfortable and the ergonomics were better on the DEERE (John Deere founder) than the Kubota for me. both will do the tasks that you want to do, however, I would cast my vote for Deere.

 

[ORCM]

Since your taller like me, your going to fit better on the JD. Sit on them and see how they feel, if your going to be riding on one for a while you don't want to be uncomfortable.. I hate the pedal setup on the Kubota, its way to far back towards the seat..

 

[gjsnow]

I have owned a B2410 and now have an '08 JD2320. I tried the '08 B2320 before buying the deere. Personally I have found the deere product to be more refined than the Kubota. I found the Kubota had more platform vibration than the deere and the vibration transmitted into the steering wheel. After hours on the machine this may be an issue for you.
I have not had any mechanical problems with either my B2410 or JD2320.
The ergonomics, refinement, pedal placement, and loader valve control sold me on the deere.
Good Luck.

 

[jcaledon]

I looked at the same two tractors last year. Pricing on the JD was about 10% higher than the Kubota. The JD has a few more features, like position control and QA bucket, plus independent PTO clutch. I've heard people say that the operater station on the Deere was roomier or more comfortable than the Kubota - this I don't understand. While the the pedal setup on the JD is different (I actually preferred the JD setup over the Kubota setup - but have since gotten used to the Kubota setup and like it) the operator platform on the Kubota is much cleaner and larger than the JD. The old B series was closterphobic in terms of size, but that is not the case on the new B. The clutch setup on the JD is a premium feature that Kubota should have included with the B series. But the one overiding feature that the Kubota has that the JD does not is the 3 range hydro. This was the deal breaker for me. I use my machine primarily for mowing. I really wanted to get the JD, but the fact that it would not take any sort of incline while mowing was something that I could not live with - and yes, I did drive the machine, albeit at the dealer's place. The low range speed on the JD was slower than that on my old garden tractor. The mid range on the Kubota is considerably faster, has enough power to take the steepest of hills, but is not so fast as to be uncomfortable when mowing.

It all depends on your needs, and how the machine will perform those tasks. The JD has a few premium features that Kubota only offers on the B30 series - but the Kubota is cheaper and has a three range hydro. For my needs, the three ranges was more important than the missing features. Whether that will be the case for you, only you can decide. The deciding part is a lot of fun, so take your time and enjoy it - you might not need to ever do this again! Both machines are excellent, and will probably outlast me and you!

 

[hemiguy]

When I bought my JD2520 2 1/2 years ago I was comparing apples to apples with the Kb2620. Note that the JD2320 is a bit smaller, about 200lbs lighter and of course a couple less HP. I was looking for a FEL and BH but no mower. Since mowing is one of your primary objectives I would follow the others advice here and really focus in on mounting/unmounting the mower and also (IMO) how easy it is to mount/unmount the loader. Since I don't mow, I leave my loader on all the time but I can imagine what a PITA it would be to mow with the loader on near lots of trees, buildings, landscaping, etc. You really have to be careful manuvering near obstacles with a FEL or you'll do some damage. I wouldn't split hairs too much on the specs, but focus more on the ergonomics and such when you try them out.

You'll want to buy the FEL and deck with the tractor of course but I'd shop aftermarket for stuff like the tiller or BB. I think you'll find either Kubota or Deere are asking $100's more for those than many other brands.

As far as final price that is definitely a regional thing plus whether you already have a good relationship with a particular dealer. In todays economy, I wouldn't be bashful about driving a hard bargain. In my case, I was able to get about 15% off Deere's list prices which ended up being almost $2000 less than the Kubota dealer said he could do. It was a no brainer.

Good luck.

 

[hemiguy]

I just realized it was the B2630 I was comparison shopping to my 2520, not the 2620. It looks like the Kubota 2620 wasn't even around yet when I was shopping. It does look pretty comparable to the 2320. A lady I work with has a 2320 that she uses for mowing and light bush hogging and she seems very happy with it.

Anyway every thing else I said still applies. Good luck again.

 

[KML]

I agree that they are both great machines. For me it would come down to dealer support first and THEN which features matter to you.

One difference that swayed me is the quick attach bucket on the Deere. A search of the kubota forums will show the lengths they have to go to attach a set of pallet forks, a grapple, or the like. The JD is ready from the get go, you can swap them out in no time. The Kubota, not so much.

If you don't ever see yourself wanting any of these it's a non-issue. If you do, it's a pretty big one IMO.

Good luck! I'm sure you'll enjoy which ever one you choose.

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

One difference that swayed me is the quick attach bucket on the Deere. A search of the kubota forums will show the lengths they have to go to attach a set of pallet forks, a grapple, or the like. The JD is ready from the get go, you can swap them out in no time. The Kubota, not so much.

To note though, when you see Kubota guys switching they are moving to universal quick couplers so they can use whatever forks, buckets, etc they want. Deere uses a prioritary coupler thats only good for their over priced implements. You'll spend an extra $300 on a universal QA, but you'll more than make that up on the attachments.

 

[KML]

also to note, the lift capacity of the B2620 is 950LBs at the pins, add the adapter which moves the point out 6"-8" , the weight of the adapter and the fact that those inexpensive universal attachments are designed for skid steers and built accordingly (heavy) and your left with about half your lift capacity.

I think the Kubota's a great machine and have advantages like the 3 range hydro but IMO JD has the advantage as far as QA loader buckets , especially in this class of machines where the extra weight really hurts.

It all depends on what features and advantages are important to the the individual and their needs, as no one machine is perfect in every regard to the competition.