CWP37 said:
Please expand on why the Deere is better. Thanks.
This is why I think the Deere is better (this is only my opinion) 1. HP ratings are about the same but the kubotas rated speed is 200 RPM higher which means that the deere will have more torque and HP - do the math and you will see this is true. 2. The deere has more hyraulic flow. IMO, these first two items are some of the most important specifications when buying a tractor. Now, I believe that the 4330DT is a "no bells or whistles transmission) whereas the deere has the powerreverser. If you were comparing the deere to a glideshift trans., I would say the kubota transmission has the edge. Other items that make the deere better are: wet clutch, larger fuel tank, larger alternater. There are other things that I like better on the deere(operators station, seat, color, controls) but I feel that is a personal preference, not a specific advantage.
The loader is a "no-brainer". The 400cx loader is self leveling and the kubota loader is not. The deere loader will lift more than the kubota loader.
Now your prices. You stated that your quote was 26,000.00 for the deere. On deere website, a 4120 costs 22,109 and a 400cx costs 4790. Thats a total MSRP of 26,899. On carverequipment, a 4330DT costs 19,854 and the 853 loader with loader valve costs 5700. Thats a total MSRP of 25,554. If you wanted to compare somewhat like tractors, you should compare the 4120 to the 4330GST which lists out at 21,004. That with the loader comes to $26,704.00. I believe the markup on these to tractors is about the same. If you go to a deere dealer and get a better deal, you will see that a deere should cost about the same as the kubota. In my area, a comparable deere has been cheaper than kubotas.
Anyways, the better tractor is always going to be the one you like best. I prefer deeres and have had good luck with them. Shop around, and remember, the best negotiator usually gets the best price.
P.S. I know there are some minor(IMO) areas where the kubota specs were better. I just got sick of typing!