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DmansPadge
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The B series are great tractors, but, for your needs you might just need a BX. They are awesome little tractors that are very capable. They are also smaller and would be easier for mowing with a belly mower. The new BX2350's are coming out and look really nice. You can see and spec them here
The other day I had posted a link in the Kubota forum to a dealer near me in TX. I beleive they are selling a new BX2330 w/FEL and mower for under 12k. Here is their link just to give you an idea on pricing... WowCo
The other day I had posted a link in the Kubota forum to a dealer near me in TX. I beleive they are selling a new BX2330 w/FEL and mower for under 12k. Here is their link just to give you an idea on pricing... WowCo
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"Don't know if you're limiting your selection to those you've mentioned or not, but if you get a chance to check out some of the Chinese tractors, you may be able to get a larger 4wd tractor, more hp and more implements for less or about the same price."
Chinese tractors are for the folks who can do their own work and don't mind waiting for parts.
At this time, there is no dealer support for any of these machines.
Your call...I can do my own work...to a degree..but I won't buy a chinese tractor...regardless of the price.
At this point in time, the chinese machines just don't have the necessary support.
Although I'm a Deere guy..with your acreage, I'd go for a B7800.
Chinese tractors are for the folks who can do their own work and don't mind waiting for parts.
At this time, there is no dealer support for any of these machines.
Your call...I can do my own work...to a degree..but I won't buy a chinese tractor...regardless of the price.
At this point in time, the chinese machines just don't have the necessary support.
Although I'm a Deere guy..with your acreage, I'd go for a B7800.
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Getting some good advise. I'd also look at the b series tractors from Kubota. They have a long standing reputation. B7800 or B2630 would be a good choice. Maybe even the new BX series coming out as well. You could probably get a bx24 wit backhoe and all the implements you desire for your budget. Not sure if you need or want a hoe, but you have that option as well.
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I am biased towards a little more horsepower and I think the B7800 would be a good choice. Once again, sit on it and drive it. I don't like the seats on the Kubotas. There have been complaints in some of these forums that they make some of us feel as if we are sliding forward out of them. I found that to be the case. The larger Masseys have a more comfortable seat, but I haven't sat on or driven the GC2300 although I have read good things about it. I have owned a Massey before and liked it.
Glenn9643
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Seems to me that the GC2300 MF would be a little small for your needs. When you go to the MF dealer look at the 1400 or 1500 series, 30-40HP and I think you'll be better satisfied.
SWB
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Speaking of comfort, I think the New Holland seats are more comfortable than either the Kubota or Massey.
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</font><font color="blue" class="small">( Chinese tractors are for the folks who can do their own work and don't mind waiting for parts.
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Roy,
Your point(s) are well taken and I considered them. I own a complete mold making (machine) shop and figured on making my own parts if I had to and doing my own wrenching. I realize not everyone has this ability, but for me it was and easy decision. I knew I would not be sending the tractor back to him (1500 miles away) for service.
As far as dealer support, you are right if you're talking my dealer. I expected better service when I asked him to replace a few minor electrical components and it was like pulling teeth before he sent them to me. Same with some hydraulic connectors that were supposed to be included but missing. I think he had to order them first. But then again, had I gone to the dealer who participates here in TBN forems and services his customers, I would have been much better off.
You never know what a guy can or can't do or what he's willing to do when he asks for opinions....especially when the post subject is "What to Buy?" My post was to give him another avenue to consider. Hope you can appreciate that.
At this time, there is no dealer support for any of these machines....At this point in time, the chinese machines just don't have the necessary support.)</font>
Roy,
Your point(s) are well taken and I considered them. I own a complete mold making (machine) shop and figured on making my own parts if I had to and doing my own wrenching. I realize not everyone has this ability, but for me it was and easy decision. I knew I would not be sending the tractor back to him (1500 miles away) for service.
As far as dealer support, you are right if you're talking my dealer. I expected better service when I asked him to replace a few minor electrical components and it was like pulling teeth before he sent them to me. Same with some hydraulic connectors that were supposed to be included but missing. I think he had to order them first. But then again, had I gone to the dealer who participates here in TBN forems and services his customers, I would have been much better off.
You never know what a guy can or can't do or what he's willing to do when he asks for opinions....especially when the post subject is "What to Buy?" My post was to give him another avenue to consider. Hope you can appreciate that.
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dewitt,
Based on your latest reply on what you will be primarily doing (mowing & out of woods log dragging including keeping the driveway clear of snow), I would agree with most of the rest that a Kubota B7800 would be a nice fit. Is a little lighter than a NH TC29DA & probably cheaper. Both the MF GC2300 & Kubota BX series are considered sub-compacts (22.5 HP Hydrostat & 18.5 HP PTO) & although quite capable, I really can't see you clearing a 900 ft. driveway full of snow year in & year out. For the first few years you will have a blast, but sooner or later you will come to the realization that the tractor is too small. Definitely check them out but I think you will see that compared to a Kubota B7800 or NH TC29DA, they are not in the same class.
If the quoted price for the B7800 with all the goodies is a brand new machine, seems quite reasonable to me but I will leave that to your fellow Americans to say yea or nay.
If you like the Kubota Dealership & they seem to go out of their way to help you then 2 miles away is a big bonus.
Good Luck,
Vic
Based on your latest reply on what you will be primarily doing (mowing & out of woods log dragging including keeping the driveway clear of snow), I would agree with most of the rest that a Kubota B7800 would be a nice fit. Is a little lighter than a NH TC29DA & probably cheaper. Both the MF GC2300 & Kubota BX series are considered sub-compacts (22.5 HP Hydrostat & 18.5 HP PTO) & although quite capable, I really can't see you clearing a 900 ft. driveway full of snow year in & year out. For the first few years you will have a blast, but sooner or later you will come to the realization that the tractor is too small. Definitely check them out but I think you will see that compared to a Kubota B7800 or NH TC29DA, they are not in the same class.
If the quoted price for the B7800 with all the goodies is a brand new machine, seems quite reasonable to me but I will leave that to your fellow Americans to say yea or nay.
If you like the Kubota Dealership & they seem to go out of their way to help you then 2 miles away is a big bonus.
Good Luck,
Vic
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