who's next w/ tlb

coopers · Mar 19, 2008

capt_met said:
coopers, what would need to be in the next tlb of that size to make it more interesting to you? of course realizing it does take a heavier machine to do heavier work.good luck,

You know I'm not too sure, I quite honestly think that if I had a need for a TLB that size it already has what I need. The work I do almost always requires an excavator; mini to 120 size. But the M59 or L39 have what it takes for certain markets, I'm not sure what more I'd need. They're capable of using a hoe pack or a breaker, tillers, rakes etc. I don't think I'd want anything bigger than an M59 but smaller than say a Case 570. It's either one or the other. They all have what it takes, what more do you want?

What is it you have in mind that you're looking for that isn't already offered?

capt_met · Mar 19, 2008

or me the kubota looks to be a good machine. i'll let some others buy and review them and maybe get a demo at some point. the local kubota dealer is a great guy so doing bussiness with him wouldn't be a problem. rumor had it that after the first year they would add a factory cab. at that point not much left to do for that machine. we'll see.

John White · Mar 27, 2008

Hey Capt: I see you still have the Bobcat 300. I still have the Earthforce EF4. I really like it for the most part. I am like you, I am not trying to reinvent the wheel. I seen a EF5 advertised up north. I could get what he is asking out of my EF4 and move up to a slightly (very) larger back hoe, with no greater investment in money. On my way I stopped at a tractor dealer and found a 1997 JCB 212. It has a burnt wireing harness. I was able to get it for $7000. only 1600 hrs. Not all beat up. This, I think is about 2000 lbs heaiver than the B300. I am hoping it will make me a better set up. The EF4 has been a good money maker. All of us dont need a Case 580 or big back hoe. The B300 like mine has a roomy cab and not cramped when turning around to run the hoe like all smaller hoes in that size. I dont know about the JCB parts situation. And I hear they are expensive. And like you I just cant justify buying a new small hoe for $50,000. Any one who owns a JCB 212 I would like to hear from you and ask some questions. I sure will miss the Bobcat quick attack front bucket.