Thoughts on MX5100...a couple of questions

[KeithInSpace]

I have a Woods backhoe on my BX2230 and can attest to their quality. Quite an attachment.

At the time I purchased my tractor, the backhoe was out of reach in the original purchase and the backhoe on my tractor at the time (BX22) had a straight boom arm. The Woods BH6000 was/is bent like 'real' excavators. Kubota adopted a bent boom in the BX23, 24, and 25. Therefore, I had a functional (not just financial) reason to NOT want the OEM backhoe.

That said, I think he'll go with OEM backhoe since it does not have any functional limitations and the comparable Woods unit doesn't have an immense difference in ratings or cost.

 

[Kyle241]

Another reason to go with the Kubota BH is ease of removal. I've read the Woods BH's are very good just don't know how they attach and how easy they are to remove and put back on. The BH92 comes off in a few minutes (yes that quickly) and putting back on takes minutes as long as you line yourself up correctly.

 

[KeithInSpace]

I can honestly say that is one (the only) think I DON'T like about my Woods.

Kubota uses a "tilt on" strategy where you engage the bottom pins and rotate the body of the backhoe onto the upper pins.

My Woods requires that I get all 4 pins, upper and lower, in generally good alignment. This requires that the tractor be lined up very well, be fairly flat and backed in to the backhoe to the right depth, that the backhoe be 'tripod-ed' to the right elevation, and that the body of the backhoe be at just the right angle.

Even if you get all that right, it takes some jiggling to get the backhoe seated.

I can't complain...it was a couple grand cheaper than the equivalent tractor (BX22) and, like I said, the bent boom is great. AND IT SURE BEATS A SHOVEL.

Oh, and the Woods seat-turn-around-mechanism-thingy (technical term) is terrible...on my 'toy' tractor, I use the same seat for both functions.

 

[KeithInSpace]

Well, it's done.

MX5100 4WD with HST, R4 tires, loaded rear wheels, grill guard, and top-and-tilt rear hydraulics.

Front loader with quick attach, 4 ton forks, 4-in-1 bucket (with associated hydraulics), and level indicator.

BH92 backhoe with 24" and 12" buckets.

7 foot wide box-blade.

Kubota insurance and 4 year 0% financing.

All in for something around $45k. My brother is pleased with the deal and excited about the tractor.

He's delaying delivery for personal reasons, but will pick up the whole load, factory fresh, in mid-March.

 

[k0ua]

Wow that is a lot of tractor! Try to get some pix when it is delivered if you can. I am sure he will really enjoy it.

James K0UA

 

[reggiejr]

Congratulations on the new tractor your brother will be very pleased with his purchase thats a killer setup.You have to post some pics of the tractor when he gets it.
way to go:thumbsup:

 

[Martian]

Congrats to the brother when it arrives!!

Oh, and don't forget the pics

 

[GILLYS CHILLI FARM AUSTRA]

I was going to get a Kubota MX5100 HST 4 WD with 4FEL and Back Hoe with Thumb except that in Australia you cant get a Kubota fitted type BH ...the others being offered dont fit or look good[look too small] and dont have a thumb.

So my next possible move is back down to the L4400 HST 4FEL 4WD etc...do any of you guys have any opinions of the the L4400 and know of any of its shortcomings. Any other suggestions? Can you widen the L4400 Wheels base? what extra width is suggested for steep hills ...or do i just avoid the hills?

 

[dex3361]

I was going to get a Kubota MX5100 HST 4 WD with 4FEL and Back Hoe with Thumb except that in Australia you cant get a Kubota fitted type BH ...the others being offered dont fit or look good[look too small] and dont have a thumb.

So my next possible move is back down to the L4400 HST 4FEL 4WD etc...do any of you guys have any opinions of the the L4400 and know of any of its shortcomings. Any other suggestions? Can you widen the L4400 Wheels base? what extra width is suggested for steep hills ...or do i just avoid the hills?

The only problem with the L4400 is the rollback and dump angle of the FEL. The rear wheels with the R1 tires will set out in width but the front does not.:thumbsup:

 

[Martian]

I was going to get a Kubota MX5100 HST 4 WD with 4FEL and Back Hoe with Thumb except that in Australia you cant get a Kubota fitted type BH ...the others being offered dont fit or look good[look too small] and dont have a thumb.

So my next possible move is back down to the L4400 HST 4FEL 4WD etc...do any of you guys have any opinions of the the L4400 and know of any of its shortcomings. Any other suggestions? Can you widen the L4400 Wheels base? what extra width is suggested for steep hills ...or do i just avoid the hills?

If you really want a tractor that size why not try a different brand? Almost all brands would have a comparable that size with a factory backhoe. Or go to a GL series and get a "comfort" tractor - that'll run you more though. Or get a L45/M59 and have a dedicated TLB if it's that important. I guess if the 4400 is all you need the 4400 would work though.

EDIT: And since you already have a L4400 would you be getting another L4400 or just getting a BH for yours?