Buying Advice Kubota L3800 vs L3940

[bigbull338]

well see thats where the problem is,i think as a farmer an cattlemen in get the biggest tractor that you can grow into.an not be trading tractors every few years.

 

[DieselnHooters]

well see thats where the problem is,i think as a farmer an cattlemen in get the biggest tractor that you can grow into.an not be trading tractors every few years.

yes and the MX5100 is a great deal.

 

[TripleR]

well see thats where the problem is,i think as a farmer an cattlemen in get the biggest tractor that you can grow into.an not be trading tractors every few years.

Contrary to popular opinion, you can just as easily buy too big of a tractor as too small.

If you can pick a tractor with:

1. Just the right horsepower, no more no less.
2. Just the right weight, no more no less.
3. Just the right loader performance, no more no less.
4. Just the right tires.
5. Just the right transmission for ALL of your needs.
6. Just the right price, no more; don't worry about the "less" part, won't
happen.
7. Just the right size; not too big and not too small, just right.

If you can do all this and more that you aspire to in your tractor selection, you can retire from your present job and become a very successful tractor consultant.

 

[Agrantina]

I agree with the two big deal. I bought for what I use a tractor for about 80% of the time.. The other 20% I rent or borrow one.. Just doesnt make sense to me to spend the money on something really not suited for 80% of my work...

Another question- am I going crazy or is TripR chaning his picture? Kubota-them a big JD- and now a post card pic of a lake..:laughing::thumbsup:

AndyG

 

[devildog1]

Yeah I noticed that too, What's going on TripleR?
DevilDog

 

[Bswope]

I was just at my Kubota dealer yesterday and seen a L3800 next to a L3240 and although the L3240 was the bigger of the two (frame wise) it wasnt that big of a difference so if it was me id go with a L3540 or the L3940!

I looked at several different tractors and decided that the L3540 was the best fit for my needs, it is a very nimble and maneuverable tractor to my surprize, I really didnt think they would be this easy to operate around the house or in the woods!:thumbsup: I was just dragging logs with mine the other day and could not be happier with its performance.
The extra weight and wheel base will be a benefit when transporting round bales.
So with that being said im gonna go the other way and vote in between for the L3540!
Best way is to test drive both and make a good decision based on your needs and how comfortable you are with each tractor! Make sure you take alittle extra time on the Lxx40's to see all the extra features they have because they work to your advantage!

 

[TripleR]

Yeah I noticed that too, What's going on TripleR?
DevilDog

I and another member were trying to help another poster with posting his Avatar and used different programs/computers to try to narrow down the problem.

The lake picture is one of our ponds and the JD belongs to one of our renters.

 

[beppington]

I looked at several different tractors and decided that the L3540 was the best fit for my needs, it is a very nimble and maneuverable tractor to my surprize, I really didnt think they would be this easy to operate around the house or in the woods!:thumbsup:

I agree. My 3940 turns in as tight a radius as I could want - No problem tearing up the lawn with a really tight turn! :laughing: In fact, Kubota specs the minimum turning radius as:

L3940: 8.9'
L3800: 8.2'

Both radii are with 4WD disengaged.

 

[Bswope]

I agree. My 3940 turns in as tight a radius as I could want - No problem tearing up the lawn with a really tight turn! :laughing: In fact, Kubota specs the minimum turning radius as:

L3940: 8.9'
L3800: 8.2'

Both radii are with 4WD disengaged.

Yep I was really suprised to see how tight they turn when I test drove a few, when you mow with yours is it pretty forgiving on the grass as long as you dont make any real sharp turns? I just bought mine and havent had any mowing time with it yet.

 

[beppington]

when you mow with yours is it pretty forgiving on the grass as long as you dont make any real sharp turns?

Yes, just fine as long as no sharp turns are made.

 

[slowzuki]

Are you driving the manure spreader through the barn aisle or just putting manure in the aisle and pushing it through with the loader?

I'm a fan of the grand-l's, have a 5030 myself. Either tractor should be fine really. I prefer the stronger loader always on a given tractor size, if you've not had one before, the loader will get used for hauling and moving stuff you never would have thought of before.

I have a much larger tractor with a loader that will lift almost 5000 lbs but the little 5030 is so nimble I used it 99% of the time.

The smaller tractor may be limited a bit in manure spreader size, the bigger chassis GL40 series is quite happy with a good size manure spreader, I haul a NH514 I think it is? Its about 12 ft long and 6 ft wide I'd guess.

 

[FARMERMIKE]

I recently purchased a Kubota L3800 with a loader and am very pleased with it. This is a very compact tractor, easy to use, plenty of power (38 HP) for doing small farm jobs. The hydro stat makes mowing and grading easy, no shifting gears and wasting lots of time. The 4 wheel drive is great, makes pulling and pushing easier, grading etc. I made a 25 gallon sprayer unit to fit into the front loader, runs off an electric pump and it works really good and aids in weed control on the hard to reach areas. The tractor is just what I was looking for.

 

[Snapper Head]

I purchased a new 3940 HST-3 last August to work a 13-ish acre place with horses, pasture, and some woods. I went through the same process as you two in considering size. I have zero regrets in going with the bigger of my choices. I have reached just over 50 hours on the tractor and cannot complain, except that I simply don't get enough time home to use it.

With a 6 foot cutter on the back and the loader on the front, it IS a bit of a land yacht, but with the cutter on I am in the pastures/fields, and simply raise the loader to clear the fence when I turn. Without the cutter off, I have not encountered any mobility or manueverability issues.

If you are looking for advice, mine would be to go with the bigger tractor.


Big Al