3-Point Hitch New to me Kubota B2920 3pt question

lancems007 · Feb 7, 2017

I picked up a low-hour(59) 2013 B2920 TLB from a private sale over the weekend and I'm trying to get to know it. The tractor did not come with a 3pt hitch and I'd like to purchase one. The local dealer is telling me I can't purchase a factory 3pt hitch kit and instead need to buy all the parts separately, which equates to almost $1,000. This doesn't seem right.

Does anyone have any experience with the factory 3pt hitches? Is there a suitable aftermarket replacement if not?

ryan08 · Feb 7, 2017

I don't know about the B but the BX has a kit available and you can find them on ebay from time to time. I can't believe no kit is available for a tractor that doesn't include one. Have you called Messick or someone like that?

Tompet · Feb 7, 2017

I had a B2920 TLB like you describe. Google kubota whole goods and go through it to find hitch kit original reference number. Since it is a discontinued model it may no longer be available as a direct source item/kit to dealers.

I would suggest asking dealer if the newer and very similar model 2601 3pt kit would work. Or if kit for prior B2620 which is also same frame as B2920 is available.

Finally, I would also check with a different dealer or two for additional and better feedback.

lancems007 · Feb 7, 2017

Tompet said:
I had a B2920 TLB like you describe. Google kubota whole goods and go through it to find hitch kit original reference number. Since it is a discontinued model it may no longer be available as a direct source item/kit to dealers.

I would suggest asking dealer if the newer and very similar model 2601 3pt kit would work. Or if kit for prior B2620 which is also same frame as B2920 is available.

Finally, I would also check with a different dealer or two for additional and better feedback.

What exactly is Kubota Whole Goods? Can a customer order directly through KWG?

I found a link to download the Whole Goods PDF and I can't find anything in there about 3pt hitch arms.

TMGT · Feb 7, 2017

The 3pt is standard on the B's so I don't thinks it's offered as a kit. Look into if the B26tlb components will fit, those should have the 3pt assembly available separately but are based on the larger B2630/2650 frame.
The kit number for the B26 is b3941 but you would want to check fitment.

Did the previous owner lose or sell the 3pt parts? They should have come with it.

jeff9366 · Feb 7, 2017

It would be helpful to answering your question, LANCEMS007, if you had your STATE included in your TBN profile.

Tompet · Feb 7, 2017

lancems007 said:
What exactly is Kubota Whole Goods? Can a customer order directly through KWG?

I found a link to download the Whole Goods PDF and I can't find anything in there about 3pt hitch arms.

You are correct there is no reference/availability for 3pt. arms among options available. I downloaded a a version and looked through it so other than that dead end, I can only suggest researching other similar models for compatibility, looking for a used set (eBay maybe?) and trying another dealer or two for better help. You should find a 3pt for less than $1,000.

I ran into something similar for a FEL quick hitch for my Massey which was no longer available in their whole goods via a salesman and if I wanted to buy all the parts from parts desk the cost was way out of line. However, in this case I can go aftermarket, which is better in price, but still about double the cost if the option, would have been added as a OEM option at time of original purchase by previous owner.

Keep searching eventually you will get it worked out. Good luck.

lancems007 · Feb 7, 2017

I'm from PA.

The original owner never got the hardware with it when they purchased it. Not knowing any better, the dealer probably just sold it to someone who needed it. The previous owner never removed the backhoe or loader, so they didn't miss the hardware. I will be removing it at some point, so I have to figure something out. I found an aftermarket option on Ebay but I'm leary.

jeff9366 · Feb 7, 2017

Messick's is one of the premier Kubota dealer in the USA. Messick's has five locations in Pennsylvania.

You will get good advice from Messick's. Messick's sells Kubota parts on line via on-line parts manuals.

Messicks | Your home for New Holland, Case IH, Kubota & More...

lancems007 · Feb 7, 2017

jeff9366 said:
Messick's is one of the premier Kubota dealer in the USA. Messick's has five locations in Pennsylvania.

You will get good advice from Messick's. Messick's sells Kubota parts on line via on-line parts manuals.

Messicks | Your home for New Holland, Case IH, Kubota & More...

I actually spoke with Messicks today. Helpful folks for sure. Looks like the hitch was supposed to come with the tractor and as such, Kubota won't sell via Whole Goods..... So...I'm stuck with three choices. Pay for each part individually, which is crazy expensive. Find a used hitch somewhere. Or find a suitable aftermarket option.

TMGT · Feb 7, 2017

The part # interchange for the lower arms, top link and check chain assemblies between the B26tlb and the B2x20 tractors.
The 3pt assembly is PN: B3941 it appears and cost about 4-500 a year ago.

I couldn't find the numbers for the lift links on the B2x20 but I imagine it would also interchange. Also from other post it appears the B26 assembly will fit. That would be my preference if it were me.

newbury · Feb 8, 2017

OP - You might also want to look into other variations. When I looked at the "parts" on Messicks website they showed the darn blasted turnbuckle version. That is what I've got on my B7610 and is a pain to adjust. There was a seller that offered a different adjuster.

lancems007 · Feb 8, 2017

TMGT said:
The part # interchange for the lower arms, top link and check chain assemblies between the B26tlb and the B2x20 tractors.
The 3pt assembly is PN: B3941 it appears and cost about 4-500 a year ago.

I couldn't find the numbers for the lift links on the B2x20 but I imagine it would also interchange. Also from other post it appears the B26 assembly will fit. That would be my preference if it were me.

Thanks you! I have an email in to Messicks this morning referencing your info. So....do you know if part# B3941 includes everything, including the lift links? The tractor is very new to me(only had it a few days) so I'm not completely familiar with everything I need to make the 3Pt work. Thanks again!

TMGT · Feb 8, 2017

Based on what I saw in the parts diagram and from other post I've read it is the complete kit to add the 3pt, however I would check with Messicks and see if they can give you a list of the included items.

As for the turnbuckle style sway control links that it shows to have, I have them on my B2620 and they are a little more of a pain to adjust but I use a quick hitch so I never really need to touch them.

lancems007 · Feb 8, 2017

TMGT said:
Based on what I saw in the parts diagram and from other post I've read it is the complete kit to add the 3pt, however I would check with Messicks and see if they can give you a list of the included items.

As for the turnbuckle style sway control links that it shows to have, I have them on my B2620 and they are a little more of a pain to adjust but I use a quick hitch so I never really need to touch them.

Messicks won't guarantee it will work since it's for a different model. I don't blame them...but it would be great if somebody knows with 100% certainty!

TMGT · Feb 8, 2017

See if they can give you the PN for the vertical lift link on your tractor, the non adjustable one for the the B26 is PN 32721-65270. If it matches then all the major components are the same.

I just meant to verify with them what all was included with the kit.

JWR · Feb 8, 2017

The only seriously expensive part of what you want to do has to do with the lifting. If the tractor has the internal hydraulics then you would have splined or keyed stubs sticking out on each side of the upper rear chassis AND you would have a control lever on the right next to your right knee. If those things are not present, you are into some expensive issues. If the internal hydraulics is not there for the lift and you have no control valve for it, then buying and installing those items is going to be an arm and a leg. Arm yourself with the exact model and serial number off your nameplate. Then get with one of the big dealers (like Messiks as others said) and they can tell you exactly where you stand. If the hydraulic lifting stubs or shafts and the control valve are already there, try them and see if they function (might be covers over the stubs?) If you luck out and find that stuff there then the two lift arms that mount to the stubs would have to be dealer ordered. The rest (lower arms and top link) are available at Tractor Supply and many places.
Lastly, whatever the circumstance is, I guarantee there are hundreds of people who got these little buggers with a backhoe and no 3pt lift and have solved the same issue before. You are not dealing with a rare issue.

TMGT · Feb 8, 2017

This model comes standard with all the 3pt components, when you order the backhoe the only components that are removed are the lower arms/ sway control and the vertices links and are supposed to be included. Either the customer worked a deal to not include them for a discount or the dealer is a bit shady.
To remove any of the hydrulics and even the upper lift arms would be more work then a dealer would want to do as the "hat" would require a fabricated cover to seal the rear axle.

I doubt the dealer removed more then the pined on components that are required for BH installation.

JWR · Feb 8, 2017

That being the case everything else he needs can be bought at Tractor Supply or similar outlets, none of it has to be dealer ordered, and the expense is not bad, certainly not $1000 !