To B3030 or not to B?

[swmpbgy1]

Hi all-

I'm looking to move from a BX2230 to something a little larger (more ground clearance, more power, heavier/more functional 3PH and position control). Because of the last two constraints I'm thinking B2630 or B3030. New seems a bit dear at this moment (although this could change if Kubota extends the 0% into August - I don't tend to rush just to get the cheap financing).

I've a 3PH rear finish mower (putting the MMM on is a PITA), so all I am looking for is a tractor and loader.

I found a 3030 with a Kubota loader online that appears to have been a rental with a touch over 500 hours on it, asking 13250. Does this price sound in the ballpark?

Dave:

I have a 2007 B3030 with only 67 hours that I regretfully have to sell do to the fact that I'm moving. PM me if intrerested. I'm just due east of you in Clarksburg, WV.

Swmpbgy1

 

[Dusty1]

Thanks for all your help guys in choosing the right tractor. Seems like the B3030 won my heart, but is more for maintaining properties, so I have decided to buy it, but not right now for money constraints. I have however just purchased a John Deere 410-D used to do some of the major work around the property like installing a driveway, septic system, and house foundation. It's an old unit (1974-wow) but runs fantastic and is just a monster. The hoe has over a 15' digging debth! After I build and get my use out of it I will resell it and then buy the newer 3030. I am very impressed with how well tractors in general hold up. If you keep up with routine maintaince they will pretty much last forever.
If there is one thing I have learned in looking for the right tool for the job, it's that you can't make 1 tractor do it all. I looked at the Kubota Grand L 3540, but in the end I could get a used B3030 and the John Deere I now have for about the same price, yet get the best of both worlds. I would have hated the L for mowing! Thanks again for the advice, I have the "beast" torn down right now getting it prepared for some heavy work, but after it's up again I'll post some pics.