Kubota or mahindra

[gwhouston]

I’m thinking of a tractor upgrade. Want a cab, front loader, 40+ hp, and HST. Considering a Mahindra 40 hp or a Kubota MX5400. Both have plus benefits. No mowing but utility usage.
I currently have a cabless Kioti w loader, backhoe and forks.

 

[Blue Mule]

Can we vote for neither?

I guess if those were the only options I'd go Mahindra.

 

[Scottkozak]

Kubota is the only way to go. I have a 2620 and a 3560 with a cab. I wouldn’t trade them in on anything

 

[Roadworthy]

If only the two options were available I'd go with Kubota, no question. You may want to look into the M series rather than the MX. I think it's heavier.

 

[Cougsfan]

Why are you limited to those two?

 

[airbiscuit]

There seem to be many more complaints about Mahindra quality than Kubota. Kubota also seems to have more refined engineering.

 

[LD1]

Are you thinking a 40hp 2600-series mahindra or a 40hp 3600 series....cause there is a huge difference.

The MX is about right in the middle of those two based on weight.

Since you are considering a 40hp offering from mahindra....I am assuming you have little to no use for the PTO?

They are all quite capable tractors that can lift, push, and pull alot. Without knowing specific tasks or specific implements you wish you use its hard to pinpoint one that is best suited to your needs. But that said.....for me the decision would come down to ergonomics. Go look at and sit in and drive BOTH that you are considering. Pay special attention to the look and feel of the cab, visibility, control locations, ergonomics, etc etc. Too many people compare tractors based on paper specs rather than which machine fits THEM the best

 

[Blue Mule]

But that said.....for me the decision would come down to ergonomics. Go look at and sit in and drive BOTH that you are considering. Pay special attention to the look and feel of the cab, visibility, control locations, ergonomics, etc etc. Too many people compare tractors based on paper specs rather than which machine fits THEM the best

Which is exactly why I wouldn't touch a Kubota with a ten foot pole. They are the lowest featured, worst designed tractors on the market. The controls are also terrible. And they're expensive. I guess the orange paint mesmerizes people. You can get a lot more tractor for the money elsewhere.

 

[ljjhouser]

I guess if you are thinking these two tractors are equal in quality, dealer support, and features, then buy the lowest cost. If not, then buy the one with the features you need in a tractor. I, personally, don't think they are equal in either quality or features.

 

[airbiscuit]

Ask the dealer if the particular model is built by Mahindra (India) , or TYM (South Korea)