Kubota G1800 4.80 star(s) (5)

Great little tractor! You need to see the video where it pulls a f150 up a hill.
Model Year: 0

Good mower got one in 2014 for about 800$ great steal.

Pros: Great Diesel engine, good cutting size, great power.
Cons: Electricals are a bit confusing, stop solinoid is a pain in the butt.

Driveshaft U-Joints
Model Year: 1998

When you replace u-joints, you have to remove steering, dash, floor, fenders and seat. If frame brace was bolted instead of welded, the job could be done from underneath. works well and double the fuel economy of my John Deere. Same hp and deck size 54".

Pros: Works well and good on fuel.
Cons: Glow plug module.

Good Choice!
Model Year: 1991

Great mower; super engine; good choice!

Pros: Dependability.
Cons: Could use a better seat.

G1800s; Solid Machine
Model Year: 1994

Bought new in 1994, hoping that it would outlast less expensive competition. It has worked out well; mowing weekly on very difficult, hilly rural yards and fence lines. The 4-wheel steering is impressive; considering our terrain, it is hard to imagine any other machine doing as well. Features: 48 inch deck,no bagger... 16 hp diesel engine

Pros: 4-wheel steering; overall simple design; relatively easy to work on; NO PLASTIC body components.
Cons: Weak design of shaft and fan assembly between engine and trans: have had to replace fan assembly and bearings of u-joints.

The Tractor That Could
Model Year: 1993

This little guy was my parents to cut the lawn. They lived North, thus the low hours. When they sold the farm I got the little G with a 48" deck and blower that was never used. I have always been a John Deer guy, but this thing is built. It's heavy and it takes a beating. If the engine is not a Yanmar Diesel, they stole the drawings for it. Use these engines in marine, they go forever... Never seen so many grease fittings in my life, and so many gear boxes to service. When I got it at 290 hours, I changed the HS oil and filter. Everything looked fine, except that it is impossible to check because the oil is so clear on the dipstick. The mower deck adjustment is Mickey Mouse. Never had to search for X in a tractor class. But, once you get it right, seems to work ok. Will switch over to the blower in a couple more weeks. I hear it's a lot of fun. To replace it would be 15 K with all of the toys on it. I expect to give this to my 6 y/o when I retire to the beach.

Pros: It's a beast
Cons: Lots to maintain.