Tractor News My First New Tractor!

[gocards1177]

My new tractor arrived yesterday! I didn't get to use it much since I'm focusing on finishing the shed for it that I'm building. It's definitely a big step up from the Ford 8N my dad had when I was growing up. I'll attach pictures below.

It's a Kubota L3800HST, LA524 Loader, QA bucket, and Land Pride 6' cutter with clutch.

I really debated on the 5' versus 6' cutter, but it seemed to go OK with what little cutting I did yesterday. I'll get back with a verdict on if I made the right choice after I've had some seat time.

Thanks all for the advice and postings that I've poured through.
Nathan

 

[Bluegill2]

Congrats man! Fine rig.

Looks just like mine, except I have ag tires, a gear shift and 5' Land Pride mower. I love it!

I also live about an hour south of ya.

:thumbsup:

 

[Bluegill2]

I also wanted a 6' mower, but didn't want the mower wider than the rear tire track. Does you mower hang out past the R-4 tires?

 

[gocards1177]

Bluegil,
Yes, the mower sticks out about ~6 inches on either side of the R4's. When I was moving around the lumber on the ground for the shed, I did catch one of the posts, so I can see how it would be an issue. I went with the bigger mower to cut down on brush cutting time, but I can see how I'll have to be careful around imovable objects.

Initially I started out looking at geared tractors, but I decided the wine of the HST was forgiveable as a tradeoff for ease with loader work and getting my wife to use the tractor, too.

While I'm thinking of it, I'd recommend Wayde's Equipment in Steeleville, MO. They were great to work with and patient with my multiple trips/test drives. They weren't the absolute rock-bottom price, but they were competetive.
Nathan

 

[Bluegill2]

Thanks for the info! I was wondering if R-4s' set out wider than the R-1s', but it looks like they don't. I have a 6' mower on our old, larger L3750 and will use it on the larger fields.

 

[TripleR]

Congratulations on your new tractor.:thumbsup:

 

[tractorshopper]

Congrats!! That is one fine machine.

 

[Ductape]

Congratulations on your new tractor !

I would have gone with the 6 footer also...... you can always take a smaller bite if it's working too hard.

As far as a dealer not having rock bottom prices...... it's certainly worth a few bucks to have a dealer that gives good service.

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Congratulations on your new tractor.:thumbsup:

 

[bigbull338]

enjoy your new tractor.

 

[crazyangel]

You'll get a lot done with that fine machine - congrats! :tractor:

 

[RJD2516]

Very nice.. Looks just like mine before I got it dirty. I would be interested in the 5' vs 6' mower. I am in the market for one right now.

Congrats.

 

[Bob77064]

Congratulations, looks fine.

 

[TripleR]

You will get use to the cutter sticking out past your tires and really helps when trimming along fence lines. Yes, you will snag something from time to time, but less as you use it. Our 10' cutter sticks way out and lots of people pull bat wings; just takes getting use to.

 

[gocards1177]

That's a good point. Hadn't thought of it that way. I was mostly interested in saving an extra foot per pass on mowing time. It will add up!

 

[Bluegill2]

That's a good point. Hadn't thought of it that way. I was mostly interested in saving an extra foot per pass on mowing time. It will add up!

That extra foot really does make more difference than one would think!

I think I'll try our other 6' mower on the 3800 and see how I like it. I do have places where the 5' is much more handy though...

 

[gocards1177]

Here's a question about turning with brakes: A buddy of mine came over last night to help me work on my shed. I showed him my new ride of course and he asked me how you can use the hst peddle and turn share with the brakes. He has a JD4310 and I guess deeres have brakes on the left? I have the cruise lever so maybe I could use that to push the hst forward and use my foot on the right/left brake? I'm traveling today so I can't try it. Just thought I'd ask. Not even sure how important this is.

 

[Ductape]

Here's a question about turning with brakes: A buddy of mine came over last night to help me work on my shed. I showed him my new ride of course and he asked me how you can use the hst peddle and turn share with the brakes. He has a JD4310 and I guess deeres have brakes on the left? I have the cruise lever so maybe I could use that to push the hst forward and use my foot on the right/left brake? I'm traveling today so I can't try it. Just thought I'd ask. Not even sure how important this is.

You got it...... use the cruise for forward speed and steer with the brakes. Also.... it is possible to ust the hst pedal with your heel, and brake with your toes...... just a little awkward.

 

[gocards1177]

Yeah I could see that too. I just need to play with it. I suspect I won't find it that necessary but my friend asked and I didn't know.

 

[Bluegill2]

I have used the brakes to turn/steer on older 2wd tractors. But find it completely unnecessary on these modern 4wd tractors.