My new Grand L6060- final configuration. What would you change?

[SDT]

You mentioned 3 valves to the fornt? Didn't know that was an option. I have a 3rd function for mine. Not sure what Id do with two more...

It isn't, Bob.

SDT

 

[SDT]

Pay attention to the tractor. I think you are doing right to get as much as possible on the tractor when it is new. Be sure to specify the transmission. Like many, I've gone from gear to powershift and now to HST. Am a believer in HST for doing any kind of back and forth work. Older transmission types are now mostly seen in ag tractors for cultivation. Go HST.
And please consider getting a Kubota's Quick Attach (QA)for attaching the front end loader bucket. The BobCat spec. QA sold for that loader by Kubota is the most popular way to configure it. Along with the "third function" for the front loader, this allows you to use any of the world of special BobCat type attachments for the front end. It is all very versitile for processing rocks, wood, fertilizer, or any type of mixed materials. There are even QA backhoes (fronthoes?) and snowblowers. I've found no downside to the QA type of fastener. But not having some sort of QA bucket for the loader is a detriment these days.
enjoy,
rScotty

The L6060 is hydrostat only.

SDT

 

[Fallon]

The L6060 is hydrostat only.

SDT

I noticed a gear options dissappear on the L4060 when moving from open station to cabbed configuration on the Kubota site the other day. So there are likely fewer options on the L6060 cabbed compared to open station as well.

 

[SDT]

I noticed a gear options dissappear on the L4060 when moving from open station to cabbed configuration on the Kubota site the other day. So there are likely fewer options on the L6060 cabbed compared to open station as well.

The L6060 is hydrostat only, open station or cab.

SDT

 

[rScotty]

L6060 is HST only? I didn't know that; thanks for the info.
This seems like an exceptionally informative thread, in that is is written and commented on by a number of people who are experienced tractor owners and operators. A lot of the info seems to be applicable to all larger tractors. So it's my hope that the info in this thread will be helpful to more than just the one single model tractor.
rScotty

 

[noose]

I think, after buying it, you are going to find you've bought too much tractor and will want to downsize. That's where I come to the rescue. I'll happily trade you straight up for my L4701 to make your life easier. I have a grapple and mower to that are just the right size.

 

[Cat_Driver]

Yes I will get SSQA for sure. And the Grand L model has a HST+ hydro transmission. The cab seems like a liability when doing the logging work, but only slightly. But when out mowing in the hot sun, it is priceless of course.

I've done enough research to repeatedly come across people warning that using tractors for logging type activity is extremely dangerous. Since I've never done it, and am moderately new to tractors I don't exactly know what precautions to take. Quick things that come to mind is pay attention to counterweight, so you don't flip the tractor when pulling logs if there is a grade, and stay clear of the cable when winching-- in case it snaps. Plus all the usual precautions to keep from getting your hands crushed doing lots of activity. Any other things to consider?

If you doing mostly logging I would look at a track skid steer. I attempted to use a grappler on my Kubota but by the time the tractor lifted the grappler they wasn't anything left to lift any trees or debris. After I got the track loader I never did reach it's limits. I got the biggest grappler made and it grabs everything I can fit in it's mouth and hauls it around like nothing. It takes two / tree leads of wha the Kubota did in one trip.

I've lifted or nearly 7K with mine and it struggles but handles it. For hauling logs it's a dream. I just grab and run.

 

[redman135]

Plowhog, you have not said if you are on hilly or flat terrain. I lived in hill country and always put my rear tyres as wide (adjustable rims) as they will go. The factory rim setting is narrow. On the wide setting the tractor will be much more stabile on slopes.

 

[plowhog]

The terrain varies. Many hours will be spent mowing about 12 acres which is mostly flat, with slight slopes. There are two areas for logging cleanup. One is flat, the other is on a gentle slope. I think I will set the wheel spacing as wide as possible and load the rear tires only.

 

[SDT]

If you doing mostly logging I would look at a track skid steer. I attempted to use a grappler on my Kubota but by the time the tractor lifted the grappler they wasn't anything left to lift any trees or debris. After I got the track loader I never did reach it's limits. I got the biggest grappler made and it grabs everything I can fit in it's mouth and hauls it around like nothing. It takes two / tree leads of wha the Kubota did in one trip.

I've lifted or nearly 7K with mine and it struggles but handles it. For hauling logs it's a dream. I just grab and run.

I agree. A CUT, even a big one, is not suitable for anything but light grapple work.

SDT