Looking into a CX2510

[js5020]

I'm looking to upgrade from an AC 5020 and a CX2510 looks to be fairly comparable on the spec sheet but I don't see alot talk on this model here or even ytube other than dealer vids, any owners out there with a review on their purchase of this model?

 

[tacticalturnip]

There are a number of CX owners here, and they seem to hold their machines in high regard.

I believe @Username Taken is one of them, and may have even posted about his experiences. Though I may have him confused with someone else!

I've got a CK, so not the same machine, but same manufacturer, and I'm very happy with the tractor.

 

[tacticalturnip]

You're looking at a machine with decades of improvement over your AC; the convenience features alone are going to make life so much easier.

 

[Username Taken]

There are a number of CX owners here, and they seem to hold their machines in high regard.

I believe @Username Taken is one of them, and may have even posted about his experiences. Though I may have him confused with someone else!

I've got a CK, so not the same machine, but same manufacturer, and I'm very happy with the tractor.

A buddy of mine was a real (as opposed to me, a part-time hobby type) farmer at one time who is used to the bigger, older tractors. Loves the Deere 4020 (who doesn't?)

He wasn't too impressed with my CX when I first brought it home but now, he really likes it. He is seriously impressed with it and, trust me, that's saying something.

It has its limits, of course but you need to study up on it and see what its strengths and weakness are. I don't have Mid PTO and never will. I will never, ever, under any circumstances ever, not ever own a MMM (midmountmower). AFAIC, they are the work of the devil himself.

You can get a pull-behind 6 foot finish mower for much less money and they are far superior in every way. And, IMO, you can run a 5 foot Brush Hog with one.

It's not too big, but it's big enough for what I need. It's not too small, but it's small enough to not get in the way and be a general PITA.

 

[js5020]

There are a number of CX owners here, and they seem to hold their machines in high regard.

I believe @Username Taken is one of them, and may have even posted about his experiences. Though I may have him confused with someone else!

I've got a CK, so not the same machine, but same manufacturer, and I'm very happy with the tractor.

I drove both CX and CK at the dealer, the CK was a very nice machine! I liked the wider stance and it had a few more bells and whistles than the CX but the 5k up charge is a deal breaker and I think its bigger than I need.

 

[tacticalturnip]

I drove both CX and CK at the dealer, the CK was a very nice machine! I liked the wider stance and it had a few more bells and whistles than the CX but the 5k up charge is a deal breaker and I think its bigger than I need.

It certainly is a bigger, heavier machine; if you don't need that difference, then it would be silly to spend the extra money.

Take that extra $5k and put it towards a CX2510 with a cab.

 

[js5020]

You're looking at a machine with decades of improvement over your AC; the convenience features alone are going to make life so much easier.

Yes many improvements since 1983 when I bought it new. Power steering and HST trans are great for my application, we got spoiled with the purchase of the Kubota BX23s.

 

[js5020]

It certainly is a bigger, heavier machine; if you don't need that difference, then it would be silly to spend the extra money.

Take that extra $5k and put it towards a CX2510 with a cab.

Cab, yes I didn't mention both machines were cab models. I figured out why the up charge was so much they were quoting a CK20 series and not the CK10 series.

 

[js5020]

A buddy of mine was a real (as opposed to me, a part-time hobby type) farmer at one time who is used to the bigger, older tractors. Loves the Deere 4020 (who doesn't?)

He wasn't too impressed with my CX when I first brought it home but now, he really likes it. He is seriously impressed with it and, trust me, that's saying something.

It has its limits, of course but you need to study up on it and see what its strengths and weakness are. I don't have Mid PTO and never will. I will never, ever, under any circumstances ever, not ever own a MMM (midmountmower). AFAIC, they are the work of the devil himself.

You can get a pull-behind 6 foot finish mower for much less money and they are far superior in every way. And, IMO, you can run a 5 foot Brush Hog with one.

It's not too big, but it's big enough for what I need. It's not too small, but it's small enough to not get in the way and be a general PITA.

Im with you on the MMM and already have a RMF that both my current machines run fine, actually the AC could do a bigger deck but the smaller BX not so much.

 

[tacticalturnip]

Cab, yes I didn't mention both machines were cab models. I figured out why the up charge was so much they were quoting a CK20 series and not the CK10 series.

Ah, there we go, they were showing you the new and shiny! I'm not sure I like the giant sticker on the side, but the new grille and headlights look sharp.

That said, I don't know if it's worth the premium over the CK10 though!

CS or CK, you can't go wrong, they're all quite stout, well laid out, and comfortable to operate. Admittedly, my opinion is quite biased. Lol.

 

[js5020]

Ah, there we go, they were showing you the new and shiny! I'm not sure I like the giant sticker on the side, but the new grille and headlights look sharp.

That said, I don't know if it's worth the premium over the CK10 though!

CS or CK, you can't go wrong, they're all quite stout, well laid out, and comfortable to operate. Admittedly, my opinion is quite biased. Lol.

Ya I expected a 2k- 2.5k bump going to the larger machine. I can still locate the "old" series at the expected price just have to go an hour further. Agreed I'm not sure I wanna go 5k for the new look and LED lights.

 

[js5020]

Would the Kubota LX2610 and B2150 be comparable sized machines to the CX2510? I saw a ytube star comparing the CX to the B2601 but the 2601 looks smaller to me.

 

[tacticalturnip]

Would the Kubota LX2610 and B2150 be comparable sized machines to the CX2510? I saw a ytube star comparing the CX to the B2601 but the 2601 looks smaller to me.

I think, physically, the CX sits between the LX and B.

TractorData.com Kioti CK2510 tractor dimensions information

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TractorData.com Kubota LX2610 tractor dimensions information

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TractorData.com Kubota B2601 tractor dimensions information

www.tractordata.com

Looking at their dimensions and weight it would seem to be the case.

 

[js5020]

The cab model comes standard with one rear remote, my question is with a rear remote is the 3rd function necessary? It's close to an 800 bean add on. The only need I have for it would be power angle on a snow plow couldn't that be run off the remote?

I'm thinking the telescopic lift arms would be a good option to purchase with the cab to make implement attachments easier as all my current are not QH compatible, I'm thinking these will make implement swaps easier?

I'm opting for the linked pedal, it maybe a novelty but they quoted less than 150 for it.

Block heater, unfortunately I'm up where it gets cold may not need it but,,,

Am I missing anything?

 

[Billrog]

1 remotes all you need to angle your blade. I'd get a block heater ahead of a linked pedal or telescopic lift arms.

 

[Username Taken]

The cab model comes standard with one rear remote, my question is with a rear remote is the 3rd function necessary? It's close to an 800 bean add on. The only need I have for it would be power angle on a snow plow couldn't that be run off the remote?

I'm thinking the telescopic lift arms would be a good option to purchase with the cab to make implement attachments easier as all my current are not QH compatible, I'm thinking these will make implement swaps easier?

I'm opting for the linked pedal, it maybe a novelty but they quoted less than 150 for it.

Block heater, unfortunately I'm up where it gets cold may not need it but,,,

Am I missing anything?

They only want $800 for a 3rd function?? Installed??!!!!?

I'd be on that like a duck on a June Bug.

I paid almost $900 for my WR Long 3rd Function and about lost my mind putting it on. I can only imagine what it would be like with a Cab.

When, not if, you get a grapple, you'll understand.

Even if you don't, you may need it for something else and if you do, you REALLY don't want to be putting it on yourself. Do it. I wish I had.

The longer you have that thing, the more things you'll discover it will do. Do it now or do it later. It's only money.

And your sanity.

But I was in a hurry because when I bought mine, (JUL '21) there just weren't any tractors -- Anywhere. There were big boys available, 50+ HP. But even they ran out after a short while. So I had to take what I could get and the Dealers weren't in the mood to negotiate. At all.

Do it and don't look back.

 

[LilTractrThatCould]

I have a CX. Really happy with it. It's main use is cleaning up pine droppings. Got the EA pine needle rake and a wicked grapple.. Saved me sooo much time and energy vs a hand rake. It's cleared at least 28,000#s thus far. It's shuffled around countless cords of pine. Runs a 5' bush hog no issues. Dealer got $1k for the 3rd function install with kioti kit(which I love the controller design!!!). I just hit the two year mark and 45hrs so not an extreme use scenario but it's exceeded my expectations on many occasions and has been very reliable.

 

[js5020]

They only want $800 for a 3rd function?? Installed??!!!!?

I'd be on that like a duck on a June Bug.

I paid almost $900 for my WR Long 3rd Function and about lost my mind putting it on. I can only imagine what it would be like with a Cab.

When, not if, you get a grapple, you'll understand.

Even if you don't, you may need it for something else and if you do, you REALLY don't want to be putting it on yourself. Do it. I wish I had.

The longer you have that thing, the more things you'll discover it will do. Do it now or do it later. It's only money.

And your sanity.

But I was in a hurry because when I bought mine, (JUL '21) there just weren't any tractors -- Anywhere. There were big boys available, 50+ HP. But even they ran out after a short while. So I had to take what I could get and the Dealers weren't in the mood to negotiate. At all.

Do it and don't look back.

Third function was 768.77 to be exact.

 

[js5020]

We are going to take possession of a CX2510 cab tractor. I added a loader, tire ballast, telescopic 3pt arms, linked pedal, block heater, and R14 tires. It will be a week or so until they can get it ready.

 

[tacticalturnip]

We are going to need pictures!