Never had Kubota but I had two grey market Yanmars. every time I went to look at the Kubota's I shied away because of weight and price. Most everyone I know that had them liked though and I believe they use a lot of parts made in the USA. Yanmars are great tractors I had a 14 01D and a 1702. The 1702 was an amazing machine for size very heavy with a compact footprint. Never had any problems but always was concerned about parts availability.