Kubota vs Kioti?

[Hoodoo]

I posted a while back about my new tractor venture - and got a ton of great responses! Thanks again!

So I am very near (1 month) to pulling the trigger and it's come down to this:

A Kioti CK2610 or a Kubota LX2610. Pricing about the same once you add the box scraper to the Kioti. Kubota dealer is 45 minutes away, Kioti dealer is 90 minutes. My viewing of Youtube videos shows me that Kioti is a slightly better tractor (just what I'm seeing) and has some features that I prefer, like the dual pedals....

What do y'all think? All opinions appreciated!

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[cathy liebchen]

With no significant cost savings to buy the lesser brand, get the Kubota

 

[Roadworthy]

I think you're comparing apples and oranges. If you want to compare apples to apples look at the Kubota L2501 versus the Kioti CK2610. They are of comparable weights. The Kubota LX is not as much tractor, it may be in the same power range but it's a much lighter tractor.

 

[KiotiKowboy]

With no significant cost savings to buy the lesser brand, get the Kubota

I would have said the exact same thing - with one change .... KIOTI.

 

[airbiscuit]

They are both excellent tractors. Buy the one that feels right to you - Zen.

 

[Torvy]

I would agree with apples to apples...does the Kubota not need a box blade?

I figure there are two basic ways to compare. Pick a price point and see how much tractor you can get from each for the same $$. Or, directly compare models (which is harder). In general, more weight is better. In a few instances (lots of lawn work and few hills) less weight may be preferable. The aspects to compare really depend on your usage. What do you need the tractor to accomplish? It may turn out that one is decidedly more useful given your needs.

 

[hornett22]

Kioti. A lot more tractor.

 

[mikester]

There's a good deal on a 2019 Kioti here

Kioti Broken in Half

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/269079988586110/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Ad8c30a1d-6455-4e09-a374-5cb5f1427595 Here's not something you see every day. Browsing facebook and saw this. Not sure what the backstory is.

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[K5lwq]

There's a good deal on a 2019 Kioti here

Kioti Broken in Half

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/269079988586110/?ref=search&referral_code=marketplace_search&referral_story_type=post&tracking=browse_serp%3Ad8c30a1d-6455-4e09-a374-5cb5f1427595 Here's not something you see every day. Browsing facebook and saw this. Not sure what the backstory is.

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And Kubota tractors fail too.

3039R....engine frame broke!,,,

I was brush hogging an old field...pop and bad noise...quickly shut off the engine. Investigated...busted frame next to where the loader bolts on. Any suggestions?

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[5030]

I base all my tractor (and implement) purchases on dealer quality and how they respond to my needs. I'm not brand loyal but my Kubota dealer is top notch so that is what I run.

Whatever you decide on, if either dealer has no units in stock, expect to wait and possibly wait a long time for one.

 

[JRM11]

The best tractor for you will depend on your region and dealer.

 

[Hoodoo]

Ok all thanks! Both dealers have stock on hand. I will compare the Kubota L2501 as well.....

 

[Moxie 15]

If it were me;
The choice:
tractor A has what is needed and looked for, price is within budget.

Tractor B has what is needed and looked for
Plus a feature that makes it more appealing and a useful or needed implement for the same price as tractor A

If all else (dealer service, warranty, etc) is nearly equal

The Conclusion:
Tractor B wins every time

 

[IndyJay]

I think you're comparing apples and oranges.

Actually, he is comparing oranges and tangerines...

If the choice is that close, then it comes down to spending time in the seat of each one and deciding which seems more comfortable to operate.

 

[jezreel]

Here we go again. I was helped a lot by so many of these threads, and the answers to my questions that I got when buying my first machine 13 months ago. So many different opinions. So many happy owners. So many stories of brands that have a few Lemons. So many opinions on 0% financing. So much advice from owners of different brands.

Yes, when looking at “comparable” machines, the Kiotis, TYMs, NHs, and others might have a few more items that come with it. That is certainly a plus. “More Machine for Less Money”.

In the end should the question be, “Which tractor will last me 20 years with the least amount of Maintenance?” I believe they all will, with the exception of a few lemons here and there which they all have a few. But if the Kioti will do everything the Kubota will do for 20 years with minimal maintenance (with a few more accessories) and you feel comfortable operating each of them, you just have to ask yourself a question. . . “Which color do I prefer?”

I will admit. I WANTED an Orange machine. Though, I was ready to drop $4K less on a comparable TYM (with a few more accessories), I didn’t because in the end I would have paid nearly the same with 6% interest for the TYM, or 0% for the Kubota. I am VERY happy with my Kubota, and Really happy I have Orange under my shed. But 13 months later, I believe I’d be just as happy with the TYM.

If you have no Brand Loyalty. . . Go for that Kioti with the Uber Comfortable Seat

 

[MAD777]

KIOTI CK2610HST is a wonderful tractor. I work mine hard and it never fails me. The seat is super comfortable and the dual pedals are much more comfortable to use and I like the position of the joystick much better.
This tractor is comparable to Kabota L2501 and was $3,000 cheaper when I bought it 2-1/2 years ago.

 

[MinnesotaEric]

You don't have any other dealers of any other brands closer by?

 

[Torvy]

Looks like another option for you would be Bobcat. If you like the Kioti machine and the Kubota dealer...in your case the Kubota dealer also sells Bobcat. Bobcat tractors are rebranded Kioti (may have a few minor differences). Unless you really wanted the orange color. in my research, the Bobcats were listed cheaper than the equivalent Kioti.

I would also agree with Eric, widening your search could prove useful.

 

[MESSMAKER]

Looks like another option for you would be Bobcat. If you like the Kioti machine and the Kubota dealer...in your case the Kubota dealer also sells Bobcat. Bobcat tractors are rebranded Kioti (may have a few minor differences). Unless you really wanted the orange color. in my research, the Bobcats were listed cheaper than the equivalent Kioti.

I would also agree with Eric, widening your search could prove useful.

I owned a Bobcat tractor and received incredible support from the dealership.

 

[Boss 302]

Like said earlier get what feels best to you, you can't go wrong with either.