Why did you buy a Kioti over other brands?

[murphy1244]

2700 lbs of lift off, what a beast. My dealer is 7 miles away and has been in business for 85 years.

 

[IslandTractor]

As with others, bang for the buck was a big consideration in choosing my DK40se. The "bang" I was looking for was loader strength and there was nothing on the market under 50hp regardless of cost that had as strong a loader. That plus the fact that I'd already owned and really liked a Kioti (CK20) which I bought for essentially the same reason. One other thing was the dealer (Rick Wallace) who in my case was 300 miles away but did the deal by phone and personally delivered the tractor to the island (took away the CK20 in trade).

Bang for the buck and dealer are the key points. No disappointments.

 

[Sabooo]

For me it came down to a dealer I was comfortable with, and knowing I would get support after the purchase. I love my CK30 and it has done everything I've ever asked it to do, but I like my dealer more than the brand.

 

[Dingo Man]

I refused to pay extra just for the name. I looked at JD, and the other orange, and I almost bought a Mahindra but could not find a reliable dealer in my area. In my case the obvious facts like everyone else here came into play, price, specs, weight, etc. But I will have to say this forum and all of the guys here were huge in my purchasing decision. I do not think you will find a more educated group on any other threads than everyone here on the Kioti forum. It is a great source for any questions or concerns or problems.

 

[gkh7890]

Boomer,
To answer your last question, I don't have any plans on trading or selling what I have at this point in time. So, Yes, even if the resale was lower than the JD or Kubota, I would still buy the Kioti again. I got 3 different quotes on a Grand L3940 (all spec'd the same) and the prices were $4,500 to $6,000 more for the Bota than what I paid for my DK40SE HST. I don't have that kind of extra cash laying around (esp. w/ 4 kids)!!!:laughing:

I think if you take good care of your equipment, grease it, change fluids per the schedules, and keep it looking good (touch up paint here & there), that will make a big difference if you are concerned about selling it later.

I also think the value of the dollar and the economy will also play a part in prices too.

 

[kiotiken]

Boomer, If I'm reading correctly, your question is more of if the price was the same between both shades of orange, or green, would you still buy Kioti. Not a simple questions because models don't line up, and that's intentional.

I'd buy my CK30 over a Kubota L3200 anyday, regardless of price, I'd pay more for the CK30.
I'd buy a Kubota L3240 over my CK30 if the price was the same.

And it goes on with most other "compatibles".

 

[grsthegreat]

everybody keeps saying that the resale of kioti will be lower...... but i dont see that as a true statement. First the initial price was lower, so if i get less for resale.....its all relative.

Also, the used tractor market is very strong. any tractor that is kept in good, clean condition will bring a good price. Look at craigslist prices. JD, Kubota, kioti are all selling for a good price.

 

[kiotiken]

everybody keeps saying that the resale of kioti will be lower...... but i dont see that as a true statement. First the initial price was lower, so if i get less for resale.....its all relative.

Also, the used tractor market is very strong. any tractor that is kept in good, clean condition will bring a good price. Look at craigslist prices. JD, Kubota, kioti are all selling for a good price.

I agree, Kioti has a strong resale value. My dealer just offered me 94% on a trade for what I paid for my CK30. Not bad after 14 months and 155 hours.

 

[IslandTractor]

I agree, Kioti has a strong resale value. My dealer just offered me 94% on a trade for what I paid for my CK30. Not bad after 14 months and 155 hours.

I paid $15K for a CK20TLB and got $12K trade in after three years and 250hrs after discounts on the new tractor had already been agreed. That is about 80%.

I think the issue is not so much that Kioti or Mahindra resale values are low but rather that there is a very strong market for Kubota and JD so some of those values are a bit high. A Kubota BX23/24/25 has unbelievable resale because it is an entry level niche product and people turn them over pretty often after finishing relatively small DIY landscaping tasks. For a deposit of $13K you can basically rent a used BX TLB and get your money back a year later. CUTs are relatively new items also as they basically didn't exist twenty years ago so the market is still evolving. As more people want them and face Kubota/JD sticker shock they look for used and create a healthy resale market. I would imagine that some of those Kubota resale values will drop as customers (those who do their homework anyways) find out that for the price of a three year old 300hr Kubota with no warranty you can buy an equivalent size/HP Kioti or Mahindra new with warranty and more features.

 

[Dr_Zinj]

everybody keeps saying that the resale of kioti will be lower...... but i dont see that as a true statement. First the initial price was lower, so if i get less for resale.....its all relative.

Also, the used tractor market is very strong. any tractor that is kept in good, clean condition will bring a good price. Look at craigslist prices. JD, Kubota, kioti are all selling for a good price.

*looks at you strangely*

Why would I ever want to sell my tractor?

 

[IslandTractor]

*looks at you strangely*

Why would I ever want to sell my tractor?

To get a cab version with HST super duper turbo plus and wifi obviously. Whenever Kioti gets around to making it obviously.

 

[grsthegreat]

To get a cab version with HST super duper turbo plus and wifi obviously. Whenever Kioti gets around to making it obviously.

im still waiting for my satellite dish and microwave/refrigerator add on that i ordered ya right

 

[grsthegreat]

*looks at you strangely*

Why would I ever want to sell my tractor?

to buy a larger tractor silly boy

 

[Splitter Mike]

im still waiting for my satellite dish and microwave/refrigerator add on that i ordered ya right

That one might be awhile

 

[RSKY]

For the $3000 more I could have bought the same color, 1 more hp, 800 lb. less weight, and 300 lb. less loader lift. All weights are approximate. Plus my Dealer has a good reputation.

The CK20 is a little brute. Slow but able to do more than you would expect with 22hp. My 5' 4" wife grabs the keys whenever we go out to use it. My 6' 7" tall son in law does the same. Do it all over and I would buy the same!

 

[bullopa]

I ordered a new DK40SE that is being delivered tomorrow. I just thought that a comparable JD or New Holland lifted 1/2 as much on the FEL, had less hydraulic pump capacity and fewer features compared to the Kioti. I like the telescoping lower links, adjustable stabilizers and the 3pt hitch controls at the rear of the tractor. Oh and the JD was $5,500 more.

I was torn about the "buy American" issue but the JD and NH aren't made here either. In fact, my Ford 2110 that I just sold was Japanese, so what's the difference really?

 

[IslandTractor]

I ordered a new DK40SE that is being delivered tomorrow. I just thought that a comparable JD or New Holland lifted 1/2 as much on the FEL, had less hydraulic pump capacity and fewer features compared to the Kioti. I like the telescoping lower links, adjustable stabilizers and the 3pt hitch controls at the rear of the tractor. Oh and the JD was $5,500 more.

I was torn about the "buy American" issue but the JD and NH aren't made here either. In fact, my Ford 2110 that I just sold was Japanese, so what's the difference really?

Welcome to TBN and the wonderful world of DK40se.

 

[MossflowerWoods]

I bought my Kioti mostly due to the Dealer.

But that skips over the fact that due to Univ of TBN I was able to quickly #1 discover what I NEEDED & what I could GET, along with price ranges.

I quickly eliminated all the expensive brands, and from what was left within 60 miles of me, I had a fight between Bobcat & Kioti, with Mahindra running a decent 3rd.

Since both Bobcat and Kioti are Daedong, I made the final decision based on #1 Dealer, #2 FEL Lift capacity and #3 Dealer pricing of options and accessories. In the end the Bobcat guy changed the price he quoted me for the tractor and then nickle and dimed me $300 to fill tires, $159 each for the rear remotes, including the one which was ALREADY INSTALLED as a standard.

After the fact, 10 months down the road, Heck YEAH I made the right decision. The local Bobcat yard is closed and my Dealer is Solid Gold (LaVoie Equipment in Ashland VA).

Happpy HAPPY man I am!

Be well,
David

 

[MossflowerWoods]

to buy a larger tractor silly boy

For SHAME!

Don't get rid of the tractor, just BUY ANOTHER! Wahoo!

David

 

[blucoondawg]

I bought my DK50SE based on research online, many price quotes from many different dealers, fit and finish, ergonomics, features, and many hours of reading on this forum and other brand threads on here as well. I also narrowed my search down to Kioti and Bobcat in the end, I have 3 Bobcat dealers relatively close by and in the end I drove 2.5 hours to the dealer of my choice, his price couldn't be beat by the other 2 Kioti dealers who were both farther away and Bobcat was also more expensive per comparable model and had a weaker loader, also those white tractors make my stomach turn. My dealer did me ok and I was assured if there are any warranty issues involving hauling in the tractor they will do their part to help with that. I ended up getting the 50 for less than other dealers were quoting the 40 and 45 in some instances and green, blue, and red were all way out of the ballpark as far as I'm concerned. To answer your other question if all brands cost the same, I would probably still buy Kioti because at that point you would have to compare specs and ergonomics, in my opinion Kioti has them all beat.