Kubota M7030 vs Mahindra 5570

[bsekf]

Haven't looked at either tractor yet. Kubota is older and has <4000 hrs, the Mahindra has <1000 hrs and is more money. Both have loaders. Tractor will be used about 300 hrs per year for mowing and light tillage. (3 bottom 14 inch plows) I like the 16 speed trans, but not sure it has a shuttle, on the Kubota.

Looking for the good, the bad and the ugly.

 

[sea2summit]

A 1k hour tractor costs more than a 4k hour tractor? Say it isn't so

Beyond the colors I think the engine time is going to be a significant factor in a recommendation here.

 

[Jchonline]

4000 is not crazy, but I agree that is a bunch of hours. You need to go through it with a comb or get a mechanic to look at it with you if uncomfortable. No telling what is lurking....

 

[big bubba]

is that a 7030 or 7040? never heard of 7030. but there's lots that escape me.
agree w/above post on checking the Kub out, 4k is a bunch of hrs. service log would be the min & have it checked out by a qualified tractor mechanic not associated w/sale. compression check would be on my list
best of luck

 

[bsekf]

Kubota is a M7030, 70HP. The Mahindra is 1/3 more money. Both have FEL's and the Mahindra has a Hyd. outlet in the front. Hyd output is 11 gpm, is that enough to run a skid steer brush cutter?

 

[nybirdman]

Front function(third) will not run any skid steer attachments.

 

[sea2summit]

Kubota is a M7030, 70HP. The Mahindra is 1/3 more money. Both have FEL's and the Mahindra has a Hyd. outlet in the front. Hyd output is 11 gpm, is that enough to run a skid steer brush cutter?

No. But it's plenty for a lane shark.

 

[bsekf]

What's a "lane shark"?

 

[bearthebruce]

Google is your friend - https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct...harkusa.com/&usg=AOvVaw2h7Ok1XBLqKB2xwp_3zXC1

or simply: Lane Shark USA

 

[Grandad4]

Haven't looked at either tractor yet. Kubota is older and has <4000 hrs, the Mahindra has <1000 hrs and is more money. Both have loaders. Tractor will be used about 300 hrs per year for mowing and light tillage. (3 bottom 14 inch plows) I like the 16 speed trans, but not sure it has a shuttle, on the Kubota.

Looking for the good, the bad and the ugly.

The Kubota is from 1986-1999, the Mahindra is 2015 or later. It is possible to ruin a tractor in 100 hours of misuse and it's also possible to keep a tractor in top condition over thousands of hours. So you gotta look at the condition of each. But, comparing something that might be 35 years old and a recent model? Obviously the newer one has a natural advantage.

 

[HEC]

You will see allot of the good , bad and ugly when you first take a look and test drive them . Were they stored inside or outside , tires on the Kubota . Looks can sometimes be deceiving but it can also give you an idea how they were taken care of .
I have a 17 year old M5700 kubota that I keep in my garage when not in use and keep it clean , waxed etc., all maintenance done before needed and it runs like new , and looks almost new .
Do you have a place for service nearby if needed ? You shouldn't have a problem with parts if needed for the Kubota , not so sure about the Mahindra . If things don't look or test out right keep on looking .

 

[big bubba]

compression test is in order, & look for fuel/ eng oil, & hyd leaks plus cond of clutch with that many hrs on the Kub
having to replace the clutch assembly could quickly eat into your savings over the Mahindra