Comparison Weight of Kubota B3200 vs. Bobcat CT230

[jakell2010]

The Kioti 27 HP unit was almost 5,000 lbs

 

[whistlepig]

Kubota's are lighter in weight than tractors of comparable size in the different brands. They are known for that. My B7800 weighs 1,700 pounds soaking wet. With the loader, ballast box, tire chains, and filled tires that adds an additional 1,800 pounds. Weight when needed. When it is loaded for work it is heavy enough. And when it isn't loaded its not compacting my yard and not burning fuel just pulling its own weight.

 

[lstinthot]

So if we compare tractors of similar weight, would we compare the B3200 to the Kioti 20 HST. Looks like the only place the Kioti is lacking is in the HP area. Other areas as far as lift and tractor weight are greater on the smaller machine. The B3200 has more break out force but same lift weight. Is the B3200 worth the extra $5,000, if so, why? Looking for a tractor to pull stumps, 14" to 18" in diameter, clear path through woods for dirt bikes, make RC car track. Plan on getting backhoe with whatever tractor I get.