Small property b26 replacement suggestions?

[bikesandcars]

I purchased a b26 TLB used to finish a bunch of projects. It's a 2008 with 750 hrs. A little wear but runs awesome.

It was an expensive investment, and after my construction/excavation projects I think I want to sell it because they command a premium, I hate having so much cash tied up.

Problem is, it's so darn handy, I use quick attach forks a lot in addition to landscape and snow removal with the bucket.

What's a cheaper but solid option for a downgrade? I only have an acre and I hire a guy to mow lawn.. I have a garage and use it to lift and move stuff around a bit. Not much trenching needed after spring.

Or will I have remorse and I should just keep it?

 

[gladehound]

What jobs will you still use a machine for after selling the TLB. That will really dictate if you should sell or not and what might be a suitable replacement. If you just no longer need the BH, I would think a similar size CUT / FEL with SSQA would do what the B26 does on the front end and you could get some cash on the swap if you are selling used, buying used.

 

[bikesandcars]

After construction of my garage and trenching I'll likely not need the hoe much, or if I did I could rent a mini excavator I guess.

I find the bucket handy and the 3pt is handy for attachments.

General uses are occasional mowing, moving stuff, mulching, snow removal, etc. I really like the power of the b26 bucket for lifting things.

Maybe a regular b26?

 

[TMGT]

A B2650 would be the same frame size machine but less lift capacity/height on the loader. The B2601 is a slightly smaller frame size with a little less lift height/capacity the the 2650.

I have the B2620, the prior version of the B2601, it's a great tractor and very capable for its size.

Sounds like either one might fit your needs.

 

[Gary Fowler]

I would never part with my B26 unless I got physically unable to use it. A TLB is just too handy to have around. Unless you are strapped for cash, keep what you have, selling that and buying another similar sized tractor with less capability really makes no sense.

 

[bikesandcars]

I would never part with my B26 unless I got physically unable to use it. A TLB is just too handy to have around. Unless you are strapped for cash, keep what you have, selling that and buying another similar sized tractor with less capability really makes no sense.

Good point, they are holding value right? Think they will remain that way?

I know the bt21s are a lot cheaper with a little less capability. I don't need the cash, so if it maintains the 20k ish area I could keep it for a bit. If it drops to 15 tho that would make me reconsider.

It's already paid for itself over a rental

 

[woody]

I would never part with my B26 unless I got physically unable to use it. A TLB is just too handy to have around. Unless you are strapped for cash, keep what you have, selling that and buying another similar sized tractor with less capability really makes no sense.

I agree with Gary, and build a boom for the front to use moving stuff around you will not regret it great little machine the only reason I would get rid of mine would be to get a bigger one.

 

[mike69440]

I would never part with my B26 unless I got physically unable to use it. A TLB is just too handy to have around. Unless you are strapped for cash, keep what you have, selling that and buying another similar sized tractor with less capability really makes no sense.

Motion to Second.

 

[bikesandcars]

That all makes sense to me.

I should mention I have a 4 in 1 bucket, and I love it. Only thing I'm missing is a thumb on the hoe.

I came off a terramite t5 and though the terramite had slightly stronger and faster hydraulics the b26 works circles around the terramite as a compact tractor. I could never go back to a terramite now, or at least I prefer not to

 

[woody]

That all makes sense to me.

I should mention I have a 4 in 1 bucket, and I love it. Only thing I'm missing is a thumb on the hoe.

I came off a terramite t5 and though the terramite had slightly stronger and faster hydraulics the b26 works circles around the terramite as a compact tractor. I could never go back to a terramite now, or at least I prefer not to

the relief pressure is probably set low, check your pressure I had to bump mine up a couple hundred pounds just to get close to the rated pressure. Post a picture of your 4in1 if you don't mind.

 

[bikesandcars]

Post to get 5

 

[bikesandcars]

Thanks, I'll look up how to check and set pressure. I bought it with new fluids and have done nothing but run it.

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[woody]

Thanks, looks good

 

[TMGT]

The t5 does have a higher lift capacity by about 400 lbs iirc, but I agree, the Terramite isn't nearly as versatile.
Honestly if I were to replace my tractor it would be with a B26, used of course, couldn't swing a new one.

An idea of prices for my area, there's a 900+hr clean one with hyd thumb and thr bh qa bucket for 25k, similar without the thumb and bh bucket qa seem to go for about 20-24k.

I really want that one with the thumb.......

 

[Gary Fowler]

It should be simple to add a hydraulic thumb to a B26 since the brackets are already there. All you need is money for the thumb, cylinder, hoses and valves.

 

[mike69440]

3000 PSI won't hurt a thing on a TLB. One thing I don't like about the B26, & the Kubota TLB's in general is tiny front tires. Better if front end had more flotation.

 

[Keeper]

I have an acre and I have a BX25D. Sometimes I think a little bigger would be good but it's usually just because I want things done quicker and the extra capacity of a larger machine would do the job quicker. I wouldn't downsize what you have as the only benifit is a few extra in your pocket and you said you don't need the cash at the moment.

Looking at the photos inside your shed there ia way too much space so you need to fill that with all sorts of other stuff that you may (or may not) really need

 

[rScotty]

I purchased a b26 TLB used to finish a bunch of projects. It's a 2008 with 750 hrs. A little wear but runs awesome.

It was an expensive investment, and after my construction/excavation projects I think I want to sell it because they command a premium, I hate having so much cash tied up. ....

Problem is, it's so darn handy, I use quick attach forks a lot in addition to landscape and snow removal with the bucket.
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Or will I have remorse and I should just keep it?

Well......
Unless your muscles and joints are getting both younger and stronger I wouldn't risk having a new barn without having a mechanical hired hand to pick up and place things. All us old guys know how hard it is to find a new back.

Yep, taking a chance on remorse is always a risky bet. And it doesn't get any easier. I'm thinking that you need more info. Frankly, I'd go the other direction and see how adding a hydraulic thumb changes the perspective.

As for tying up money, a low hour b26 seems as good a conservative financial backstop as you are likely to find.
best,
rScotty