mahindra 2015 vs kubota 2230 & massey gc2300

Big_Daddy · Sep 15, 2005

I own an 05' Mahindra 2615HST 4X4. Before I continue I want to say I have absolutely no loyalty to any brand name or color. This was my first tractor and I started from ground zero and for (6) months I reseached/tested just about every compact/sub compact tractor on the market. I dare to say that 90% of tractor owners are loyal to a brand or color.

After (6) months I found the 2015HST was the best value for my money. But just before writing the check I asked my dealer to be honest with me and tell me the biggest regret he has heard from his customers after the purchase? Without hesitation he said, "Customers wish they went to the next size larger tractor" .
After almost a year I still thank him for that advise. You'll be happy with the 2015 but you'll love the 2615! Weight is everything at 2500lbs this is one of the heaviest on the market. At 15" wide the R4, (no extra charge) are among the widest. I can roll accross turf with absolutely no damage. I don't recommend this, but I don't need counter weights. The tractor is just that heavy! Which enables me to work in tight areas without something hanging off the rear. It is so powerful that I easily run a 5' brush hog through 5' brush at 1800-2000 rpm instead of 2600. I mow on moderate slopes from time to time and the 2015 would limit that. Access to the engine is great! Remember this......It doesn't matter how much horse power if your wheels are spinning. I have only one complaint the muffler points to the front of the machine and at times blows back in your face.
I'm about to sell my 2615 and get a toolcat, but only because the south texas 100-105 degree heat is killing me. I would buy the same tractor in a heart beat with a cab and AC but I understand there are no plans in the works. Oh, and the full 3yr warr far surpasses most other makers. Also, the 2615 has three ranges, I use them all. And I'm so glad I spent $1,000 more for the HST Trans.! I didn't think I really needed it, but it make desending a steep hill a snap! If you have any other questions just send me a personal message, I think I've gone a bit long for this forum. /forums/images/graemlins/blush.gif

SonnieP · Sep 15, 2005

I understand what you are saying Bob... I was more or less directing my response to the "This is apples to oranges so there's nothing to compare." statement. In this case he was specifically asking the difference... apples to oranges really doesn't tell him what those differences are but rather indicates a general off the cuff response and it comes across as we shouldn't even be comparing them at all. Oh... you know what I mean.

fish_wisperer · Sep 15, 2005

i do understand a 2015 is probably more the size of an l series kubota or a bigger massey but a 2015 is the littlest mahindra makes so far but ive never seen one in real life because my dealer wont stock one. i do love the little kubotas and masseys but may want the bigger 2015 if it aint too noisy.
its for my wife, i already have a big mahindra.

Bob_Skurka · Sep 15, 2005

i do understand a 2015 is probably more the size of an l series kubota 

Actually no, not the l series. But it is roughly equivalent to the small B series Kubotas. The B series is one step up from the BX series. In real terms, the Kubota B7510 is going to be roughly the same length, width and height as the Mahindra 2015. They will both have roughly the same engine & PTO hp as well.

Both are quite small in terms of tractors.
The Kubota B7510 is very lightweight (1367#)
The Mahindra is 600# heavier at 1973#.

The 3pt Lift Capacities are basically equal.
Mahindra 1400# at ball eyes.
Kubota 1356# at ball eyes (44# less capacity).

I don't know if Massey makes a similar small size tractor that would compare more closely with the Mahindra 2015.

 2015 is the littlest mahindra makes so far but ive never seen one in real life because my dealer wont stock one. 

If he orders it and you don't like it, are you stuck with it? I sure would not want to order a tractor that I didn't get to try first. JMHO.

fish_wisperer · Sep 15, 2005

im not sure, ive never asked him to order one. i doubt it though, its a very big dealer. they do carry a 2615 but i havent driven it either. if i get close to buying one ill ask him to order one so i can check it out. i dont think very many little tractors sell around hear, everone needs a big one for round bales or working in this clay. i know that little massey i drove sat there till he about had to give it away. he offered it to me for $6900, i should have took it.

fish_wisperer · Sep 15, 2005

the 2015 will be replacing a riding mower so im more worried about it being too big than too small. thanks for all the info, its a big help.

Bob_Skurka · Sep 15, 2005

( the 2015 will be replacing a riding mower so im more worried about it being too big than too small. thanks for all the info, its a big help. )

If you are mowing the lawn, and if you have clay, then I would be more worried about weight than size. I have soil that is so full of clay that it the color of dry concrete and just about as hard. But when it gets wet, even a little bit, it ruts badly. I'd opt for the lightest tractor with the fattest turf tires I could find.

fish_wisperer · Sep 15, 2005

we never mow on wet stuff, plus whatever we get will be doing alot of light ranch work to, it will probably get an fel to. but it will be doing alot of mowing. price will be the deciding factor as long as the 2015 aint too loud witch it sounds like it aint. any price comraisons out there?

Big_Daddy · Sep 15, 2005

( the 2015 will be replacing a riding mower so im more worried about it being too big than too small. thanks for all the info, its a big help. )

Hey no problem, as I said I came close to buying one. If you order the 2015HST 4X4 I'm sure you will be pleased. One of the other members pointed out that the 2015 is 600# heavier. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif That is Major! This tractor actually weighs over 100lbs more than the 30 hp B3030! /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif
Yet because of the wider tires your turf PSI will actually be less than the 2230. /forums/images/graemlins/ooo.gif It's a shame your dealer doesn't keep one in stock. /forums/images/graemlins/mad.gif
Where's the Beef!? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif The 2015 has got it! /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif And if your afraid of Indian made tractors as I was, you'll be happy to know that the entire 15 Series Mahindra's are all Japanese quality. /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif Tractor and drivetrain are made by Mitsubishi Heavy Industies. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Good Luck in your Search

Big_Daddy · Sep 15, 2005

( we never mow on wet stuff, plus whatever we get will be doing alot of light ranch work to, it will probably get an fel to. but it will be doing alot of mowing. price will be the deciding factor as long as the 2015 aint too loud witch it sounds like it aint. any price comraisons out there? )

I forgot about your noise concern. I think you'll be pleased, and don't have alot of rattling as in other diesels. If you've tested the 20hp Kioti, I can say it is far quieter than that engine. I don't think you'll notice a difference between the 2230 and the 2015.