Buying Advice John Deere compared to Kubota

[bigbull338]

the truth is some dealers wont give you the time of day.or they let me figure a price an then get back to you.i want a dealer that will figure a price while your on the ph.these 2 reasons plus the service i get from my dealer is the reason i bought from 40mi away insted of locally.but they have yet to give me some free caps.

 

[Buster57]

these 2 reasons plus the service i get from my dealer is the reason i bought from 40mi away insted of locally.but they have yet to give me some free caps.

Exactly!!! I did the same thing but at least the local guy gave me a hat for trying

 

[whistlepig]

Kubotas are fine machines but there are several key features that are missing when compared to a JD.
- Position control for the three point hitch, you can raise the implement and drop it back to exact same level without the experimentation of a quarter inching value.
- Weight, JD tend to be heavier which means a lot to a tractor where weight is everything.
- Turning brakes are opposite the hydro pedals so you can easily use one foot for the hydro and force turn with the left or right brake using the other foot.
- Separate side by side forward and reverse hydro pedals vs. the treadle.

Also compare these:
- Size of alternator. You may want to add lights and these can draw a lot of power.
- Quick attach loader buckets. Makes it easy to attach pallet forks.
- Hydro pump capacity (in gallons per minute).
- Number of gears (Kubota wins here, they typically have 3 vs. 2). The medium gear is good for mowing, but I don't mow with this tractor so it's not a biggie for me.

This is a very good comparison. Kubotas are lighter than most other tractors of comparable size. I prefer to add my own weight as needed and not have it built in. No added weight for mowing to save rutting the yard. When I attach the loader and ballast box that's an additional 1,200 pounds. I really only need the additional weight when using the loader.

 

[natman706]

I think John Deere and Kubota are some of the best tractor makers on the market today but thats just me. When going to buy a tractor make sure you have a budget and needs. Also make sure you communicate with the sales person so they understand what you need done so that way he can be more help. John and Kubota tractors are very tough and reliable so they won't let you down and both have good reputations. Anyways I'm not going to ramble on anymore knowing I probably would. Good luck with your decsion and just remember to ask the salesperson lots of questions and that will not only help them but you too.

 

[JD3520Turbo]

I looked at all the little tractors when I bought mine. I looked at NH, and liked it except for 3 reasons. One is the Heal-Toe Hydro. Didn't like the way it worked. And the Oil filter was extremely hard to reach when changing oil. Price was roughly the same as deere. Last was the fact it didn't have a speedo.

Kubota, was similar. Didn't like the heal-toe hydro, and it didn't have speedometer or a cruise control. And it was priced higher than the Deere for the same HP.

Mahindra. Same thing. Plus, The build quality didn't look as good to me as the Deere.

Yanmar/Cub Cadet. I actually almost bought one of those just for the simple fact that it was basically the same drive train as the Deere. It had the foot pedal hydro, and was priced very competitvely.

So I went with the Deere because of the Hydro pedals, the cruise control, and Speedometer for spraying, and price. Also, I liked the little turbo on the engine. Never seen a turbo that small. Resale should remain pretty good as well.

 

[deere755]

I would suggest finding out how well the dealers in your area have treated their customers. If both have given good service then I would go and sit on both brands maybe even ask if you can test drive them around the lot. Find the one that makes you feel the most comfortable driving. Get brochures on both brands and compare them. Decide what you will be doing with them and see which will better suit your needs. Ask the dealers questions that you may have about them. Even though I have always had John Deere I have asked them what makes his tractor better then the others. In the end you have to buy the one you feel the most comfortable with and buy it. Both are very good tractors. Like I always say all brands have mechanics and they all seem to be busy.

 

[B3300SU]

Myself, I have a very high expectation of a dealer when I am going to spend $30,000, as we all should.
However, tractor performance means a little more to me. I do not want to walk out in my garage and wish I had bought a "different" tractor. That is why I bought a kubota. Simply because compared to all three of my nieghbors JD's, my kubota puts 'em to shame. It doesn't need a "turbo" because it already has enough power.

 

[The Tractor Guy 22]

Kubota B3300 vs John Deere 3320(non turbo). Kubota has 33HP, 9.9 pump flow, Lift cap. @ 24" is 1400 Lbs. The John Deere has 32.5HP, 13.9 pump flow, Lift cap. @ 24" is 2200 Lbs. The only shame I see is the Kubota Stats...

 

[Deere Dude]

I'm new to tractors. How come you choose John Deere over Kubota? I'm not trying to start a war like Ford vs. Chevy, I honestly don't know very much and I'm trying to learn more. I have heard that Kubota is as good as John Deere but around 10% cheaper for the equivalent tractor, I'm not sure if that is true or not. In my area, I have Kubota and John Deere dealers and both have good reputations.

Have you ever listened to some country songs?
John Doe and a John Deere.
John Deere Green.
Like a John Deere.

Or Kabota;
~恋の雨~ (松尾潔リミックス)
朝陽の中で微笑んで

I made my decision :laughing::laughing:

 

[CompactTractorFan]

My dealer sells both green and orange,

What?!