LS or Kubota

[plastikosmd]

Because kubota is a marker leader in this size machine

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

One thing I notice at my local Kubota dealers is they push the basic L-series tractor and sell lots of them. They might have 1 Grand L on the lot if your lucky. I guess once you get into the premium Kubota the price really goes up.

The Kubota standard L is the most sold tractor in this country. That tractor is Kubota's bread and butter. It is also what every other manufacturer copies or competes against.

I really don't know anything about LS but if they are selling premium style tractors at basic Kubota L-series tractors prices, I can see why folks would gravitate to the LS.

That is exactly what the Koreans are doing and is well said. Your perspective of all this is right on point.

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

But the thing about this is: LS isn't selling them at "L" prices.... they are selling them WAY below Kubota prices.

Not in my neck of the woods they're not.

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

Because kubota is a marker leader in this size machine

What he said ^ Bingo!

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

The Kubota standard L is the most sold tractor in this country. That tractor is Kubota's bread and butter. It is also what every other manufacturer copies or competes against.

To further verify my claim above, Neil Messick just uploaded this video today.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

To further verify my claim above, Neil Messick just uploaded this video today.

Oh, yeah, ...... let's believe what a big Kubota dealer says....

Just like the local JD and Kubota dealers here bad mouth any other brand except for theirs.

Not saying that they aren't selling a bunch of them, but don't let that orange glare blind you.....

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I find it odd / strange that New Holland dealers don't mention that most of the smaller tractors are made by LS, one of those S. Korean brands that are "copying" ...... I wonder why?

 

[Rdrcr]

Not saying that they aren't selling a bunch of them, but don't let that orange glare blind you.....

Or the blue….

Mike

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

Oh, yeah, ...... let's believe what a big Kubota dealer says....

Just like the local JD and Kubota dealers here bad mouth any other brand except for theirs.

Not saying that they aren't selling a bunch of them, but don't let that orange glare blind you.....

LS I don't have any dog in this fight. As you can see I have a Ford. I am strictly talking market share here. None of this reflects my personal opinion of likes or dislikes about any brand.

 

[Jstpssng]

Oh, yeah, ...... let's believe what a big Kubota dealer says....

Just like the local JD and Kubota dealers here bad mouth any other brand except for theirs.

Not saying that they aren't selling a bunch of them, but don't let that orange glare blind you.....

Just like dealers and owners of other brands bash Kubota... sheesh.

I've never understood blind brand lotalty.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

I have never said Kubota was a bad tractor or brand. I never said that I was "brand loyal" to LS. I'm not. If I was shopping for a tractor, I would start the process over again.... looking at ALL brands. I read ALL the brand threads on here almost every day. I learn from those threads..... it might not be particular to my tractor, but all brands are basically similar in operation.

My whole purpose to post in this thread was to provide a different perspective, to possibly help someone make a decision. The info that I provide may in fact turn that decision towards the "name brand". That's not my decision.

The first dealer I went to when I was shopping was a Kubota dealer, followed by JD. I was treated like they didn't want my business. I still didn't give up, and went to 2 more Kubota dealers.... I was treated the same at them too!

Then I discovered that there were more brands out there. Then, when I was actually treated with courtesy and respect, all questions were answered, all quotes were given in writing within an hour. It was a whole different experience.

Why would I pay $6-10 K more for a tractor and have to put up with rude and arrogant dealers? Their attitude made me question what kind of service would given after the sale. Then hearing about other people having the same type of experience, well, let's just say.... it turned the page on Kubota and JD.

If I had been treated by the Kubota dealer like I was treated by the LS and Kioti dealers, well, I probably would have a Kubota now.

I have congratulated new owners of all brands of tractors. I truly hope they get satisfaction and enjoyment from whatever tractor they purchased. They made the decision for their own personal reason. It could be price, features, or personal experience.... it doesn't matter.

I have watched just about every video that Messick's has put out. Some are very informative, some seem to be more of a sales brochure. Is he advertising for JD? No.... he's doing this for his own dealership -- Kubota and New Holland.

I try to stay down the "neutral path", providing information/experience solely for the purpose of helping someone make an "informed decision". Wether they use the info provided or not, that is their choice.

I personally like the Kioti and Branson tractors very much. They were top of the list after Kubota..... But, neither could beat the LS price / "bang for the buck". I am merely passing on information.

I personally don't care what tractor someone buys.... it's a tractor! Lets get to talking ABOUT tractors!

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Oh, I have never heard an LS, Kioti, Branson, Yanmar, or TYM dealer bad mouth Kubota or JD. Only the other way around. Why is that?

It is a question that no one seems to be able to answer......

 

[jyoutz]

Oh, I have never heard an LS, Kioti, Branson, Yanmar, or TYM dealer bad mouth Kubota or JD. Only the other way around. Why is that?

It is a question that no one seems to be able to answer......

I’ve never heard any dealer badmouth any other brand, except most do mention that Deere costs thousands more for a comparable machine.

 

[pokey1416]

Oh, I have never heard an LS, Kioti, Branson, Yanmar, or TYM dealer bad mouth Kubota or JD. Only the other way around. Why is that?

It is a question that no one seems to be able to answer......

The same reason some S&W/Colt owners bad mouth Ruger IMO.

 

[tacticalturnip]

The same reason some S&W/Colt owners bad mouth Ruger IMO.

Insecurity?

 

[pokey1416]

I was thinking it's the higher priced item(s) not being able to use "price point" as a sales item? So, (sometimes) they have to downplay everyone else instead of pointing out advantages to their brand. Geez - this sounds like politics!

 

[DieselnHooters]

 

[Torvy]

Don't listen to that guy. He's a shill for JD. He's a used JD salesman.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Yeah, considering that ALL the LS tractors come with the SSQA FEL now. (except the MT 1 scuts). Also standard on Kioti and Branson too. If I recall correctly, it is an option on the K & JD. Not sure about others.

 

[Cahaba Valley Farm]

Oh, I have never heard an LS, Kioti, Branson, Yanmar, or TYM dealer bad mouth Kubota or JD. Only the other way around. Why is that?

How do you personally define bad mouthing another brand?