Test Drives?

[g8erh8er]

Just curious if any who have purchased a RK tractor were able to actually drive one prior to sealing the deal?

Was told by my local RK that a test drive was not permitted due to liability reasons. I get that, but it's still hard to swallow dropping 30K on something without even turning the key on.

 

[uptaker73]

Yes my local store allows test drives. I don't know why they wouldn't allow that either. Maybe RK Tractor guy should look into that.

 

[g8erh8er]

Yes my local store allows test drives. I don't know why they wouldn't allow that either. Maybe RK Tractor guy should look into that.

This particular store is located in a congested area, so the only place one could conceivably operate the tractor without dodging parked/driving cars would be in the alley along the back of the store where I'm assuming they accept their deliveries. So the ability to offer test drives is likely dependent upon a store's surroundings.

When I go in with $$ in hand, I'm at least going to request we get the engine cranked and allow me to work the loader and 3 pt controls. Not a whole lot more you can test on a stationary tractor.

 

[Diggin It]

Not sure what size you're looking at, but unless you're dead set on red, you might want to look around a bit. I just used their configurator and the unit comparable to mine comes in at about 3K higher than I paid. And that doesn't add on their 7% financing rate.

 

[uptaker73]

I used the parking lot to test drive the tractors. At our store there is decent room depending on the time of day you go. After 9am it looks like Black Friday at Walmart and that's during through the week. Weekends are worst.

 

[oosik]

When I bought my M6040 I "sort of" drove it around the lot. Small lot - lots of tractor and new implements everywhere - one very nervous salesman. I got to start it and operate all the controls. Even the New Holland dealer, who is way out in the sticks, does not have a big field where prospective owner can play.

It would be fantastic if the dealer had a 40 acre field where you could try new equipment prior to purchase - that just isn't the way things stack up - unfortunately.

 

[RK Tractor Guy]

Not sure what size you're looking at, but unless you're dead set on red, you might want to look around a bit. I just used their configurator and the unit comparable to mine comes in at about 3K higher than I paid. And that doesn't add on their 7% financing rate.

At RK, we take pride in offering the lowest prices. Would be interested in knowing the brand, model and year of your tractor and the RK model you compared it to. We’d really like to know if there is anyone out there that can beat us on a comparably equipped tractor.

 

[RK Tractor Guy]

This particular store is located in a congested area, so the only place one could conceivably operate the tractor without dodging parked/driving cars would be in the alley along the back of the store where I'm assuming they accept their deliveries. So the ability to offer test drives is likely dependent upon a store's surroundings.

When I go in with $$ in hand, I'm at least going to request we get the engine cranked and allow me to work the loader and 3 pt controls. Not a whole lot more you can test on a stationary tractor.

What store did you visit where they didn’t allow you to drive the tractor? I can take care of that.

 

[Diggin It]

At RK, we take pride in offering the lowest prices. Would be interested in knowing the brand, model and year of your tractor and the RK model you compared it to. We’d really like to know if there is anyone out there that can beat us on a comparably equipped tractor.

It's in my sig. I paid around $18,500 including a 48" tiller and middlebuster/subsoiler. The tiller and MB/SS are KingKutter which I think is the same one RK sells.

The RK24 TLBM with 48" tiller and middlebuster shows on the configurator at around $21,300 or so.

I got interest under 5% too. My total payback including interest will be around $22K whereas the RK24 would end up costing closer to $27K.

 

[cdb2]

Just curious if any who have purchased a RK tractor were able to actually drive one prior to sealing the deal?

Was told by my local RK that a test drive was not permitted due to liability reasons. I get that, but it's still hard to swallow dropping 30K on something without even turning the key on.

When I test drove the RK74 in Tennessee it was in the parking lot among the cars. The tractor guy wasn't concerned at all. I thought it said a lot about the company that they trust their customers that much. I'm sure rk tractor guy will get it squared away for you.

 

[RK Tractor Guy]

It's in my sig. I paid around $18,500 including a 48" tiller and middlebuster/subsoiler. The tiller and MB/SS are KingKutter which I think is the same one RK sells.

The RK24 TLBM with 48" tiller and middlebuster shows on the configurator at around $21,300 or so.

I got interest under 5% too. My total payback including interest will be around $22K whereas the RK24 would end up costing closer to $27K.

Thanks. Not sure why you see $21,300 on the RK configurator. RK24H fully loaded, QA loader, backhoe with thumb, KK 48” tiller and middle buster is $19,346, every day. No assembly or freight charge. We offer 4.99% financing as well. Very familiar with the LS product line. The RK24 is a higher spec tractor, comes standard with rear remotes for example, plus a thumb on the backhoe, and the power train warranty is the longest in the industry at 8 years vs 6 for LS. You got a good deal on your tractor. The actual selling price difference amongst LS and other competitive dealers will be variable based upon the product, amount of inventory they have on hand and whether they or the OEM is paying interest on the floor plan, age of equipment, etc. At RK, same low price every day, every location.

 

[g8erh8er]

What store did you visit where they didn稚 allow you to drive the tractor? I can take care of that.

Zephyrhills, Fl. There are three individuals there who deal with tractor sales. I conversed with Frank. His supervisor is Jim, and I cannot recall the third individuals name. Frank told me to his knowledge they have never allowed anyone a test drive. He said ultimately it would be up to Jim or the other individual for the final say. Like another poster mentioned, the parking lot is like Black Friday most days. I am sure there are times in the early morning when that is not the case though. I am flexible.

 

[Diggin It]

Wow. I remember visiting distant relatives on Thonotosassa Rd and there was absolutely nothing in Zephyrhills. It was barely a spot on the map.

 

[g8erh8er]

Wow. I remember visiting distant relatives on Thonotosassa Rd and there was absolutely nothing in Zephyrhills. It was barely a spot on the map.

Yep. Thirty years ago Z-hills wasn’t much more than some senior trailer parks and cow pastures.

 

[RK55guy]

i was able to start, drive and work all the contols. though it was in a parking lot full of implement and cars and pedesrians, my salesman asked me if i wanted to drive it around. i was pretty shocked but gladly took him up on his offer. i just wish i would have checked the headlights be ause when i got it home, they didnt work. now i have to haul it back to rk which is about 1 1/2 away. part of it i guess

 

[AndyMA]

I always find it ironic that everyone seems to want a test drive but no one wants any hours on the machine they buy!

Andy

 

[RK55guy]

is the 4.99% financing offered on all tractors or what. i bought th 55 about a month ago and had to go with 6.99%. they told me it was flat rate and not based on credit

 

[g8erh8er]

is the 4.99% financing offered on all tractors or what. i bought th 55 about a month ago and had to go with 6.99%. they told me it was flat rate and not based on credit

I was told 6.99% through DLL regardless of loan duration. When I mentioned the RK tractor financing site shows lower rates for shorter loan durations, he said nope 6.99%.

Seems quite clear on the website to me that lower rates are available.

Financing | RK Tractors

RKTractorGuy?

 

[uptaker73]

Do yourself a favor and test drive both the shuttle and hydro, I personally did not drive the hydro and now I wish I had. I have put just over 15hrs on my 37 with the shuttle shift and I love the power of this tractor but the more I run it the more I dislike the shuttle. It is extremely rough to change from fwd to reverse. It may be just a syncro issue I'm not sure but I will find out at the 50 hr service.

 

[BoneStock]

I was able to test drive at both locations I went to, here in Kentucky.
Easy folks to deal with at both locations, as well.