LS MT573 vs Kioti RX7320

[wjb-49]

I bought the LS MT573 CPS in 2018 and just last week had the 50 hour service done at the dealer where I bought it. Even without paying any labor (I made a deal when purchased to pay only for parts) it was a $300.00+ job. One of the filters cost $125.00.

Anyway, I've recently used it with a grapple, the included third hand is great although the hydraulics could operate smoother. This tractor has plenty of power and when the four wheel drive is engaged I've had no issues tackling the hills that are plentiful in our area. In conclusion, I like this tractor.

 

[THEPARTYHOUND]

Hey, that's great wjb! What did ya end up paying after all was said and done if ya don't mind my asking?

I ended up getting the Kioti RX7320 at the end of february. It came equipped with 3rd function, 3 remotes out back, bluetooth stereo, block heater, bolt on cutting edge on the bucket, rear wiper and defroster, and filled rear tires. Oh, and the agreement that they would cover transportation for up to 2 trips on any required warranty work. I came in at $42,500 with everything installed and the tractor delivered.

 

[wjb-49]

PARTYHOUND, My MT573 CPS has basically the same options as your RX7320 with the exception of the block heater (we have relatively moderate temps in Piedmont NC) and the bolt-on cutting edge. I assume your tractor has 4-wheel drive and a remote control for the rear lift? The price was $44,000.00 less $9,080.00 for the Ford 340B industrial tractor I traded in and $3,080.00 sales tax = final total paid of $38,000.00. I don't know if this would make a great difference in price (shipping) ,but both LS and Kioti USA headquarters are located in North Carolina. I hope you enjoy your Kioti as much as I have enjoyed my LS.

 

[THEPARTYHOUND]

Thanks for the update wjb. I have enjoyed my tractor. I just planted 5 acres yesterday that I had transformed from virgin unfarmed ground into a nice clean field. The tractor has been great! I'm glad that I went with Kioti. I'm sure that the LS and the Kioti are similar in quality and capabilities, but in the end for me it came down to dealer support. I just didn't have good dealings with the LS dealer, so I felt that the Kioti dealer would be the better to work with down the road. Also, Kioti is much better supported in this area. If I drive 2 hours in any direction I can get to a Kioti dealer. With LS I have 2 options, and again one of them was not so pleasant to deal with.