Buying Advice Kubota, Kioti, John Deere, Bobcat, Mahindra or Massey Ferguson Which one is best??

[tvc221]

I stopped in at the John Deere dealer yesterday to get some prices and look around and the 2000 and the 3000 series. I was only impressed with two things about those tractors:
1.The turning radius is very good on both of them for the size of the tractors, it looked like about a 6.5 or 7 foot turning radius. :thumbsup:
2.The mid mount mower deck is very good and solid. Its made with heavier steel than the Kubota but I'm not sure how it stacks up to the MF (I haven't seen it up close yet). I also like that I would just be able to drive right over the deck and get on with my chores.
The price of the JD 2000 series I priced was about 3 thousand more than the MF 1500 series. The JD 3000 series I price was about 5 thousand more than the MF 1600 series. And the MF was even more than the Kubota so JD is getting up the the point were it is just too expensive for me.
The front axle, and rear axle in fact look smaller and thinner than the Kubota and much thinner and smaller than the MF. The engine is quite loud and the platform vibrates quite a bit. Also the platform is smaller than the Kubota and MF. The seat is comfortable though, and all of the controls are well laid out and comfortable to use. Also the eHydro and mechanical hydro's are very smooth and responsive. But all the tractors I have tested are comfortable and easy to use.
Although all the quick attach options are very appealing (loader, MMM) I don't think I will end up getting a John Deere. I think its down to Kubota and MF.

 

[TripleR]

What Kubota are you using for comparison?

 

[tvc221]

For the 3000 series JD the Kubota L3200, and for the 2000 series the Kubota B3200.

 

[MF 1532]

A lot of the manufacturers have many models , and it gets confusing :confused2: Massey Ferguson has a wide variety of models in the 1500 series and the 1600 series . As I said in a previuos post I chose the 1532 and no regrets . Take your time and be patient , do your homework . It would have been bad if I had bought something that didn't fit my needs , ( my wife would have probably killed me ) It 's your money , don't let someone talk you into something . You'll know the right one when you set on it .:thumbsup:

 

[TripleR]

For the 3000 series JD the Kubota L3200, and for the 2000 series the Kubota B3200.

The Kubotas mentioned are the economy models and while they are certainly good tractors, my preference is the B3030/3000 and Lxx40 Series.

Like MF 1532 says they have many models so just be sure you are doing an apples to apples comparison between brands as all make good tractors. Our local MF dealer only has about five or six tractors on his lot at any one time, so I really didn't research them much; do look good on paper.

 

[tvc221]

I compared the economy JD's to their equivalent economy Kubotas. I also compared the more luxurious JD to the more luxurious Kubotas. I'm trying to give each company a fighting chance for my money! The MF seems to offer the most tractor for the money, so I'm leaning more towards the MF than anything but I would like to try it out again to solidify my choice.

 

[TripleR]

I compared the economy JD's to their equivalent economy Kubotas. I also compared the more luxurious JD to the more luxurious Kubotas. I'm trying to give each company a fighting chance for my money! The MF seems to offer the most tractor for the money, so I'm leaning more towards the MF than anything but I would like to try it out again to solidify my choice.

It sounds as though you are going about it the right way.

I find that I now prefer the "luxury models" and am much less tired at the end of a long day.

I am sure Massey makes some really nice tractors with which you will be very happy.

 

[Martian]

I believe that JD is the most "luxurious" of all tractors. But you pay for it. I LOVE their ergonomics, simply the best IMO. If the Massey suits you best then I'd go for it though. We can tell you what size/HP you may need but brand and controls (and don't forget the most important - price!) is all personal preference. Truly there is not much difference between the specs of brands and which is better on paper, they are all relative, but your preference on those things once you have HP and size figured out is all that matters. If you feel Massey offers the best controls for the price then go for it.

 

[wcampbell47]

I recently purchased a B3200 which still has less than 10 hours. The deciding factors were:

Tractor capabilities, price, dealer experience.

Long story short - the dealer priced a 3200 with FEL lower than another dealer priced a B3300SU. The dealer allowed me to haul the tractor mower combo 80 miles to do a demonstration run. The driver station was much more comfortable than my B7510 with the controls placed better.

Next years tractors are going to be 4.5% higher. I hauled my new B3200 away with nothing down, 0% interest for 60 months. I will be able to pay my first payment with the project I am currently working on.

I considered JD - the dealer priced a unit way bigger than I needed with a much higher price tag.

I also looked at the LS tractor - one of the newer imports. I was very impressed with the massive construction of this machine. The 30hp was too small and the 39hp was too large for my very specific use. Standard options list is impressive. The LS brand is worth a look.

I am impressed with the ease of use of the B3200. I am having a remote hydraulic valve installed. Plan to add a hydraulic top link and a grapple for the FEL.

 

[Flying MXZ]

I have a Massey 1635 with ~120 hours on it and love it. I have 12 acres of which ~5 are overgrown pasture with many fruit trees (apple and pear). There is no way I think I could mow very well with it. My ground is not very level or consistant so that may be part of the problem. It is a great tractor, but unless your land is flat and open I don't think it would be a very good mower. I do have loaded tires and a backhoe so it is quite heavy. Maybe without them it would be a better mower?