Ls tractors

[George2615]

My new XR4155HC has a different seat from the seat on my prior XR4046HC. The XR4155HC seat goes back further, has a reclining seat back, and adjustable arm rests. The adjustable seat suspension is also improved.

Overall better “space” than the XR4046HC IMHO.

The seat in my XR3037HC does have the recline function with a lever on the left side but the armrest height is not adjustable. I have never reclined the back as it would be to tempting to take a nap in the cab.

 

[Supraman0614]

I have an XR 4145 open station. As you move the seat back, it actually goes up slightly (the base is angled), moving you further away from the pedals. The steering column is adjustable to get the wheel wherever you need it. I find it to be very comfortable, but I am only 6ft tall, so I can't say how someone taller might fit.

 

[cford36]

The seat in my XR3037HC does have the recline function with a lever on the left side but the armrest height is not adjustable. I have never reclined the back as it would be to tempting to take a nap in the cab.

3100 series has height adjustment, recline and armrest height adjustment.

 

[FreedomFamilyFarms]

I nearly bought an LS. I think they’re a great bargain. 300 miles is a long way. You’ll need to plan on doing all of your own service or find a local shop that can service the LS. Nail that down before you pull the trigger and you’ll be happy.

 

[Jaymeduty]

So I talked with the dealer today at Yellowstone tractor and these are the prices he gave me for the xr series.
40hp hydro 27k add a cab for 3500 and a front mount 74in snowblower for $7500.
He said every 5hp add 1000, also said he never sells any 40hp xr series because it is so cheap to go up in hp. To me the snow blower seems rather expensive, what are your thoughts on these numbers

 

[jdom84]

So I talked with the dealer today at Yellowstone tractor and these are the prices he gave me for the xr series.
40hp hydro 27k add a cab for 3500 and a front mount 74in snowblower for $7500.
He said every 5hp add 1000, also said he never sells any 40hp xr series because it is so cheap to go up in hp. To me the snow blower seems rather expensive, what are your thoughts on these numbers

Not sure on your price quotes but they gave me a really good deal on a dump trailer and tractor. I shopped other states and couldn't get close to the same deal
last year when I ran the locate dealer locator... there was a LS dealer closer to you, north of Missoula. maybe they closed?

 

[seijirou]

Fuel tank on my cabbed tractor is NOT behind the seat. It is behind the left front tire and just under the cab and holds 12 gallons. I have a hydrostatic trans with separate forward and reverse pedals that are spaced apart an inch or so. You don't use your heel to press them. My shoes are 13 by my Lacrosse boots are size 14 wide width and have plenty of room. Never accidentally pressed both pedals at the same time. The pictures on the LS site show the fuel tanks on the XR3XXX-4XXX series under the drivers side step as mine is. Maybe the one you looked at was an older model with the tank behind the seat or an XG series which seem to have the tank behind the seat. If that is the case I could see the seat not going back far enough.

With the tank not behind the seat on the cabbed models, that might make the difference in room.

I didn't mean pressing the pedals with my heel, what I meant was I was so cramped in there that I couldn't leave my heel on the deck and just press the pedals with my toes. If you sit in a chair and then bring your foot back so your knee is over your toes you'll see what I mean, you can't really lift your toe any. To lift your toes any meaningful amount they have to be out further than your knee. In this toe-under-knee position the only way you can press anything is to lift your whole leg to do it. That's what I found to be the case on the XG3025. With the seat completely adjusted up and back, I had to tuck my foot so far back to get behind the pedals that I couldn't use them without lifting my whole leg to do it; can't keep my heel on the deck.

In regards to the guy that had the turning issue, that was 1 tractor that had that issue. Not a series but 1 individuals tractor. There were plenty of other LS owners with that model and others that viewed that thread and not one had the same problem. In my opinion that was an issue specific with that person's tractor and also in my opinion there is another cause than what the dealer "fixed". The dealer took the easy way out and just increased the size of the actuator, compensating for some other issue. But again, IF this was an issue at least one other person would have said that they also have had or heard of this and that was not the case.

I could be mistaken but my understanding is that him and the dealers checked out others on the lot and they all did the exact same thing. I'm not trying to bash the brand, I do like LS tractors. If I'm wrong I'm sorry.

In regards to seat and pedals, I have a XR3135HC, I'm 5'10" and have the seat about half way back. I can't see how it can't go far enough back. The seat height is also adjustable and calibrated to a person's weight. To my knowledge the 3000/4000 and 3100/4100 series tractors are basically set up the same whether cab or open station. In these models the fuel tank is by the left step. The XG and XJ series have the fuel filler on the hood. The only series that looks like it has the tank in the back is the MT125 series. (Smallest, sub-compact LS builds) I'm curious what model you were testing that had the tank behind the seat.

To the OP, in any case, I would highly recommend looking at LS (from a former JD owner). Find out what models fit your needs and then take a drive and sit on and drive them. I would not be concerned with the distance to the dealer.

I stand corrected on the tank on the XG. Looking at more pictures it looks like the XG3000/3100 series have the tank behind the seat. I could see where this might limit travel. In that case I would suggest looking at the XJ or XR models. There have been several people that purchased the MT series that said they were over 6' and said it was comfortable.

Funny enough nobody around has an XJ for me to sit on. I did sit on the XR4140, same problem but quite so bad. It's definitely workable but not very comfortable. Looking now I see the XR4140 has the tank to the side cab or not, so I guess I already have my answer.

Yes I fit the MT125 great! Plenty of room on that SCUT and I really like it a lot. I'm considering getting one but I'm torn right now between a TLB SCUT without the cab or a CUT with a cab but no backhoe.

 

[Thepistolero]

I did a lot of research before I bought my LS 6168CPS. I have about 325 hours in it now and I have no major complaints. it has worked really fine. No troubles. mine has a diff lock. I would assume all the models do. The engine is strong and my regen cycle does not operate very often. doesnt slow me down at all. With the extras I bought I compared pricing extensivly. best bang for the buck. If I would have gone green, I would have had to pay 10 grand more. I also bartered several dealers before buying 1K miles away at bruno powersports. they gave me the best price. My advise is to buy bigger then you plan.

 

[goeduck]

I did a lot of research before I bought my LS 6168CPS. I have about 325 hours in it now and I have no major complaints. it has worked really fine. No troubles. mine has a diff lock. I would assume all the models do. The engine is strong and my regen cycle does not operate very often. doesnt slow me down at all. With the extras I bought I compared pricing extensivly. best bang for the buck. If I would have gone green, I would have had to pay 10 grand more. I also bartered several dealers before buying 1K miles away at bruno powersports. they gave me the best price. My advise is to buy bigger then you plan.

Congratulations! Pictures? Many happy LS owners out there.

 

[Maxify55]

I, too, bought from Bruno's. All be it, a diesel ZTR mower.

I was surprised that they were willing to sell for less AND include shipping in the invoiced price.

Warranty work can be performed at your local dealer.

I'd love to see pics of your LS.

I bought mine locally and much smaller than yours.

 

[Diggin It]

Bruno's is off the list for me. I look at some sites that show tractor ads and all I see is their Spam, dozens of listings with no real information, just hype about them and 'call for pricing' on too many of them. They may be too far away too unless they shipped for free.

I have one showing on the LS site that's about 80 miles from me along an Interstate highway. I'll be taking a road trip couple of months to look at MF, New Holland and LS offerings. Second road trip in another direction to look at JD, a couple of orange brands and possibly a Branson.

Like what I'm seeing on LS so far, but I'm still not sure I can handle the costs.

 

[GSVette]

Bruno's is off the list for me. I look at some sites that show tractor ads and all I see is their Spam, dozens of listings with no real information, just hype about them and 'call for pricing' on too many of them. They may be too far away too unless they shipped for free.

I have one showing on the LS site that's about 80 miles from me along an Interstate highway. I'll be taking a road trip couple of months to look at MF, New Holland and LS offerings. Second road trip in another direction to look at JD, a couple of orange brands and possibly a Branson.

Like what I'm seeing on LS so far, but I'm still not sure I can handle the costs.

I recently (3 months ago) purchased a LS XR4155HC after almost 2 years of agonizing research. I was down to a Yanmar YT359 but could not get the dealer below 40k. I reopened my research and was down to TYM and LS-got a screaming deal (I think) on the XR. In all my researching TYM, Kioti were the only brands that were price competitive with LS, comparably equipped-NH, Kubota, JD and Mahindra were almost always quite a bit more-YMMV

 

[OverandOut]

I did a lot of research before I bought my LS 6168CPS. I have about 325 hours in it now and I have no major complaints. it has worked really fine. No troubles. mine has a diff lock. I would assume all the models do. The engine is strong and my regen cycle does not operate very often. doesnt slow me down at all. With the extras I bought I compared pricing extensivly. best bang for the buck. If I would have gone green, I would have had to pay 10 grand more. I also bartered several dealers before buying 1K miles away at bruno powersports. they gave me the best price. My advise is to buy bigger then you plan.

I never called Bruno's but my dealer (less than 60 miles) from my house beat Bruno's Tractorhouse price by over $2,000. Even if Bruno's would have matched or even came in a little cheaper, my local dealer is gonna take better care of me because I bought from him. He told me last week if I came in with a mechanical issue or for service and someone who didn't purchase from him came in 2 days before me, he's gonna get on my tractor first because I purchased from him and not elsewhere.

 

[rngrrymd]

I never called Bruno's but my dealer (less than 60 miles) from my house beat Bruno's Tractorhouse price by over $2,000. Even if Bruno's would have matched or even came in a little cheaper, my local dealer is gonna take better care of me because I bought from him. He told me last week if I came in with a mechanical issue or for service and someone who didn't purchase from him came in 2 days before me, he's gonna get on my tractor first because I purchased from him and not elsewhere.

So, I wonder....if I move to NC with my LS tractor that I purchased where I live now is that dealer going to throw me last in line for service because I didn't buy the tractor from him?? This type of attitude/comments by dealers irks me to no end. Poor business practice - run off a customer who still needs to purchase items - maybe just parts, maybe needs service, maybe wants to buy attachments or maybe needs a different tractor down the road or who might refer a friend who wants to buy a tractor.

When customers come into my branch they get serviced in the order they walked in - even my large accounts know that is how we operate. If they want to get in and out quick then they call ahead to have their order ready for pickup.

Overandout, congrats on your tractor purchase! - not ranting about you just hate that "I won't service your tractor" attitude some dealers show. :2cents:

 

[Thepistolero]

hey Goeduck how did you happen to pick that name? I used to harvest them in the early 70's in puget sound. i'll figure out how to post some pictures. I have much of my service done at my local dealer which is Matt Millers LS tractors. but I am going to do a lot of it my self from now on. routine service like oil changes and grease just got pretty expensive.

 

[Thepistolero]

rngrrymd what you say makes good seance but you need to dicker with them. I made my best price with bruno's which was much cheaper then I could do it in Florida, then I told them the deal would be done if they threw in the 7 ft brushhog. which he did.

 

[Diggin It]

What kind of price should I see for this?

LS MT125 Tractor New LS Tractor 25HP Diesel 2-range hydro 62" mower deck, front end loader and backhoe included

Backhoe, Backhoe Make: LS, Backhoe Model: LB1107, Loader, Loader Make: LS, Loader Model: LL1100

What have people really been paying for that set-up?

 

[rngrrymd]

rngrrymd what you say makes good seance but you need to dicker with them. I made my best price with bruno's which was much cheaper then I could do it in Florida, then I told them the deal would be done if they threw in the 7 ft brushhog. which he did.

Sounds like you done good. Nothing wrong with keeping some hard earned cash in your pocket. Good for buying beans and other things.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

What kind of price should I see for this?

LS MT125 Tractor New LS Tractor 25HP Diesel 2-range hydro 62" mower deck, front end loader and backhoe included

Backhoe, Backhoe Make: LS, Backhoe Model: LB1107, Loader, Loader Make: LS, Loader Model: LL1100

What have people really been paying for that set-up?

Should be able to get for about $17,500-18k.

 

[OverandOut]

So, I wonder....if I move to NC with my LS tractor that I purchased where I live now is that dealer going to throw me last in line for service because I didn't buy the tractor from him?? This type of attitude/comments by dealers irks me to no end. Poor business practice - run off a customer who still needs to purchase items - maybe just parts, maybe needs service, maybe wants to buy attachments or maybe needs a different tractor down the road or who might refer a friend who wants to buy a tractor.

When customers come into my branch they get serviced in the order they walked in - even my large accounts know that is how we operate. If they want to get in and out quick then they call ahead to have their order ready for pickup.

Overandout, congrats on your tractor purchase! - not ranting about you just hate that "I won't service your tractor" attitude some dealers show. :2cents:

No worries, my dealer was talking about the "home town" guys coming in getting quotes and then purchasing a tractor 3 hrs away because it was $200 cheaper then when something breaks come in and expect service manager to get to work on their tractor immediately because its warranty.
But your point on the attitude of some dealers,( I shopped 8 dealers in 3 months), is correct. Had 2 that I called told them exactly what I wanted, never called me back. Had one sales man as I walked in looked at me and said "What do you want", no introduction, told him what I was looking for and what was a round about price, he told me to comeback when I see one on the lot. A Mahindra salesman told me I was keeping him from lunch when I walked in and a JD dealer had no salesman there on a Friday afternoon. I guess since I wasn't buying a $100,000+ tractor they weren't to concerned about me.