Comparison Not another cab thread....

[JME81]

I've read through a lot of cab threads and still unsure.

I live in New England, only need 25HP tractor. Looking at Mahindra or Kioti.

I'm going to use it for snow blowing and for bucket work in the summer, field rake, etc.

What I'm going back and forth on is do I need that cab? I can dress warm in the winter as I do now with my walk behind snowblower. What I'm wondering is in the hot summers, I'd rather not use the AC to pull from the HP. Is there a regular air vent option or does opening the windows make much difference?

 

[metalbender]

Not to be snarky, but, reading all the info about ya and nay, you haven’t got enough? Save the cash on the cab. Get your fill of snow blowing. Complain a lot on how you should have sprung for the cab. Start another thread on aftermarket cabs not having stock features. Mine is cabbed.

 

[JME81]

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What I'm wondering is in the hot summers, I'd rather not use the AC to pull from the HP. Is there a regular air vent option or does opening the windows make much difference?

Not to be snarky, but, reading all the info about ya and nay, you haven稚 got enough? Save the cash on the cab. Get your fill of snow blowing. Complain a lot on how you should have sprung for the cab. Start another thread on aftermarket cabs not having stock features. Mine is cabbed.

Please see the rest of my post from above, thank you.

 

[LouNY]

No without the AC in the summer if the sun comes out you are in a hot house,
even in the winter on a sunny day you do not need the heater.
I've had the AC's quit in the cab tractors they are absolutely no fun what so ever,
windows open door open still too dang hot.

 

[nybirdman]

You for sure want AC in any cabbed tractor;windows open don't help.Cab sure is nice in winter,summer heat and rain.Look at the LX Kubota's.

 

[KennyG]

As I have noted before, for low HP small tractors, removable soft cabs are often the best option. Keeps you out of the wind and blown snow, comes off for summer use, and saves several thousand dollars.

 

[Reb954]

I've read through a lot of cab threads and still unsure.

I live in New England, only need 25HP tractor. Looking at Mahindra or Kioti.

I'm going to use it for snow blowing and for bucket work in the summer, field rake, etc.

What I'm going back and forth on is do I need that cab? I can dress warm in the winter as I do now with my walk behind snowblower. What I'm wondering is in the hot summers, I'd rather not use the AC to pull from the HP. Is there a regular air vent option or does opening the windows make much difference?

If you are so close on HP that running the AC will make a meaningful difference, then you need to start with more HP.

 

[metalbender]

A little more information on the intended use would help. How much driveway, bush hog time, bucket time etc. Might as well get a tractor that will do all you want and need. Throw some comfort in the mix and jobs are pleasant , not a chore that needs tending to.

 

[MF RED in MT]

I've read through a lot of cab threads and still unsure.

I live in New England, only need 25HP tractor. Looking at Mahindra or Kioti.

I'm going to use it for snow blowing and for bucket work in the summer, field rake, etc.

What I'm going back and forth on is do I need that cab? I can dress warm in the winter as I do now with my walk behind snowblower. What I'm wondering is in the hot summers, I'd rather not use the AC to pull from the HP. Is there a regular air vent option or does opening the windows make much difference?

The summer average temperature is 78F where I live, my property is pretty much shaded with fir and spruce trees, and I did get warm sometimes with the cab.

But to improve on my comfort in the cab here's what I die:

I've removed the door, the full soft panel behind the seat, and the 2 small soft panels in the front below the windshield.

I open the windshield glass a long with the side window.

I also installed a 6" diameter 12v 2 speed fan up high in the cab which blows directly on me and now I do not have a warm uncomfortable moment.

This works for me in my area.

Good luck with your decision,

KC

 

[JME81]

A little more information on the intended use would help. How much driveway, bush hog time, bucket time etc. Might as well get a tractor that will do all you want and need. Throw some comfort in the mix and jobs are pleasant , not a chore that needs tending to.

Hi, driveway is about 600 feet, might some some bush hogging,, mostly bucket time for the gardens, compost, etc. I've determined that 25HP is enough but just trying to decide on the cab.

 

[JME81]

As I have noted before, for low HP small tractors, removable soft cabs are often the best option. Keeps you out of the wind and blown snow, comes off for summer use, and saves several thousand dollars.

Hi, do you have a brand/company that you'd recommend?

 

[buck12]

I don’t notice any loss of power when using the AC even when bushing hogging thick grass. I have cut the AC off and didn’t notice an increase in power and cut the AC on again with no noticeable difference in power or performance.

 

[metalbender]

Sounds like the advice from Kenny G might be in order. Soft cab for snow, remove it for fresh air when weather permits. A little buddy heater would take the chill off.

 

[KennyG]

Hi, do you have a brand/company that you'd recommend?

Original Tractor Cab (OTC). They are based in Indiana, USA made products, been around for years. I'm very happy with mine which I have had for about 8 years. It's best to get the optional safety glass windshield. With no heater, I'm comfortable in mine with a winter coat and gloves down to 0 or so. Below that my feet get cold after a while.

My JD 2320 was not available with a factory cab, probably because, with 24HP, it wouldn't be a good candidate for A/C.

 

[KennyG]

Here are a few pictures of the OTC cab on my John Deere. They are all similar but custom made for each tractor. Go to their website to see which tractors they make them for. I've added LED floodlights and golf cart mirrors to mine.

Original Tractor Cab - First In Weather Protection - John Deere, Kubota, Toro, Honda, eXmark, Gravely and more

 

[ruffdog]

I have a cabbed one now but never drove cabbed ones before. I always enjoyed being in the outdoors...feeling, smelling, hearing, tasting, and seeing everything. The cab offers the A/C, radio, low noise, no bugs and dust. You have to decide what are more important to YOU. I'm not a big fan of the cab even though I should be. The enclosure was stifling to me and I felt like I couldn't see anything, but, I'm getting use to it. I get the work done in comfort and take more time sitting on a lawn chair enjoying the outdoors. My hay fever is better now too because mowing can get dusty. YOU decide for YOU.

 

[rademamj1]

My first tractor was a Cab tractor, and so I am not able to compare to an open station tractor. I will say the cab reduces noise, and allows you to focus more on the job. It also keeps the weather from your instrumentation console and most electronics, which increases tractor reliability and keeps the operator dry. When using a rotary cutter in summer time, Bush hogging can stir up an incredible amount of dust and pollen, so being in a cab is alot more healthy. Heat in the winter, cooler in summer. Not bad for a small incremental cost.

 

[rhunt]

The way I looked at this question when I purchased my new then 2015 Kioti was: am I comfortable in a car/truck without heat and air? Answer was easy, and no regrets!! Bob

 

[finn1]

Cab for sure. No regrets.

I also went with a cab on my second loader, a CTL. My original skid steer didn’t have one, so I learned my lesson and got a cab when I replaced it with the CTL.

No cab on my mini excavator. It doesn’t get used in winter or rainy weather in the other seasons.

 

[JethroB]

Here are a few pictures of the OTC cab on my John Deere. They are all similar but custom made for each tractor. Go to their website to see which tractors they make them for. I've added LED floodlights and golf cart mirrors to mine.

Original Tractor Cab - First In Weather Protection - John Deere, Kubota, Toro, Honda, eXmark, Gravely and more

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Nice setup. Customizable to your needs and weather situation.