I was up to my closest NH dealer today and was checking out the TL, 10S, and the TS lines. They are all great looking machines. After I went the JD dealer and checked out the 6x10 and 5x10 line. They good looking machines too. What does Kubota have that would compare to these tractors? I would like a cab, loader, and 4wd. I will be using it to pull my log trailer and use a winch. Any advice would be helpful.
What brand?
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Farmer, have you looked at http://www.kubota.com to see their line-up? If you visit a Kubota dealer and look at the brochures, you get more detail, but the web site has a lot of the specs, pictures, etc.
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The TN series is most comparable to the 5x10 JD tractors, though the TL/TS units are more similar to the 6000 TEN series JD.
If you want a more narrow unit (designed for orchards and vinyards), NH makes the TNF series, mine being a TN90F. It has the TL engine (239 ci, 80 PTO hp) and a form factor more like the Boomers, though it is equipped and weighs in like the Ag machines. JD and Kubota also sell these.
Supersteer and on-demand 4x4 were 2 reasons I bought mine, but the TL/TS machines don't have SS, not sure about what the transm options are.
J
The TN series is most comparable to the 5x10 JD tractors, though the TL/TS units are more similar to the 6000 TEN series JD.
If you want a more narrow unit (designed for orchards and vinyards), NH makes the TNF series, mine being a TN90F. It has the TL engine (239 ci, 80 PTO hp) and a form factor more like the Boomers, though it is equipped and weighs in like the Ag machines. JD and Kubota also sell these.
Supersteer and on-demand 4x4 were 2 reasons I bought mine, but the TL/TS machines don't have SS, not sure about what the transm options are.
J
Went to my local MF dealer today. Like the 42xx series tractors. The optional sloped hood would be very helpful wile working in the woods. Checked out the Kubota M series and they look pretty good too. It looks like I've got some serious comparing to do.
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I have the Kubota M6800SD with LA1002 loader. It is a short wheelbase tractor and is very maneuverable in close places. With tires loaded, it is about 7500# for the ROPS model. The cab is really nice, just couldn't afford it. All the bells and whistles come standard. A quick release kit for the bucket and the loader were the only options. They do a nice job on the loader controls for the cab and give a nice flat floor.
I figured out that from MF I like the 4245 and 4255 the best because the have the right amount of horsepower for what I want to do. From JD I like the 5510 and the 6210 the best. From NH I like the TS90, TS100,TL90 and the TL100. From Kubota I like the M8200 and M9000. I will be getting a loader on my tractor. Are there any after marcket loaders That are really good or should I stick with a loader from the same company?
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Farmer,
My question,why wouldn't you want to purchase the FEL to match your tractor other than price.
Thomas..NH
My question,why wouldn't you want to purchase the FEL to match your tractor other than price.
Thomas..NH
DVerbarg
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Farmer,
Typically the loaders made the the tractor manufacturer are engineered for safety reasons to match the weight distribution of the tractor. They will engineer the hydraulic cylinders to not exceed the weight that the tractor can handle without lifting the rear tires off the ground or without over stressing the front axle or wheel hubs.
As an added benefit the loaders made by the tractor manufacturer are usually designed to match the style of the tractor and maximize visibility. This is expecially true with the NH tractors that borrow their style from the "boomer" series.
DaveV
Typically the loaders made the the tractor manufacturer are engineered for safety reasons to match the weight distribution of the tractor. They will engineer the hydraulic cylinders to not exceed the weight that the tractor can handle without lifting the rear tires off the ground or without over stressing the front axle or wheel hubs.
As an added benefit the loaders made by the tractor manufacturer are usually designed to match the style of the tractor and maximize visibility. This is expecially true with the NH tractors that borrow their style from the "boomer" series.
DaveV
Did some dealer visiting yesterday and found a couple other Brands to add to my list. I like the Landini 60, and Blizard series. I also looked at some Case tractors. I like the CX90,CX100, MX90C, and MX100C. The only after market loaders I would think about getting now are ALO. Checked their site and they seem to make a good loader.
I've seen some good used package deals in an equipment seller lately. Would these be a good way to go? Belarus Tractors are quite popular around to work in the woods with. I think it's because they're cheap.
I've seen some good used package deals in an equipment seller lately. Would these be a good way to go? Belarus Tractors are quite popular around to work in the woods with. I think it's because they're cheap.
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Farmer, Belarus tractors are cheap. And I sure wouldn't tell you not to buy one, but do some careful checking first. The only dealer I know of in this area finally quit handling them this past year, and the only people I know who own them are trying to figure out how to get rid of them.
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