Kioti DK35 vs Kuboat L3400

[joetria]

i have a dk35se and i have to tell you that it is an amazing machine. I also looked at Kubota very seriously, and was very close to making the purchase when, while visiting a friend in Dunmore, Pa, decided to check out the Kioti tractors at Wallace Tractor. I was looking at the different units available and Rick brough me to the dk35se. I was immediately impressed at the room while sitting at the controls. The tractor just felt perfect. I liked everything about it and realized that it just didn't compare to the Kubota. I bought it and have been pleased beyond expectations. it runs so smooth and quiet and has ample power. I can't think of a thing that i don't like about it.
Go for the Kioti. You will save money, have a better, more comfortable tractor and problems will be minimal, if any.

 

[KiotiDave]

Hi PA Hayseed,
For the safest operation you will want to lock the 2 brake pedals together. If you are moving at a good clip and hit only 1 pedal you could be in for an adventure.
KiotiDave

 

[brucemoden]

I have a DK-35 & have used it on our property for about 6 years, when I first purchased it I didn't get the front grill guard, dropped a log of of the front loader on to the grill & pulled the bolts off of the grill housing, plastic! The only fault I find with the tractor is the amount of plastic, I use it in the fields & woods, lots of low limbs & brush, so I am always knocking off the rear stop/flasher lights & the grill attachments. That being said it performs very well, use it with 2bottom plow, 3pt disc, bush hog 72", box grader, back blade. I move a lot of soil around with the front bucket, snow & gravel, never a problem.
I chose it over the Kobota because of the sturdier 3 PT hitch control arms (these are iron like all older large tractors where as the kobota's were like rebar!

 

[grm61]

Welcome, the DK 35 is a fine machine, but discontinued now, to bad.
You shoud get the grill guard or make one.
Several members in the own DK35s and like them very well..I think Dk35Vince has over 2K hours on his

FYI you dug up a 7 year old thread

 

[Avondale]

Welcome. I have a 2006 DK 35 SE TBH with 1200hrs (used in firewood work, snow blowing, trenching, bush hogging and maple bush maintenance) and have a few minor problems (no major ones that I did not create) with this machine. My main issue is with clips, bolts, etc that need constant checking/replacing. Some big plus items, strong engine and hyd system, easy maintenance, small enough for tight forest work yet big enough for full duty work, . Many initially had issues with battery cables/ connections and also the ignition switch problems that have been addressed in these forums at length. I would buy another if/when in the market. Bob