kubota l3130

I have decided on Kubota over JD 4310. Now I keep flip flopping on new versus used. My biggest concern is the difference between the 3010 and the 3130 models and then the new versus used decision. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Here they are: Private owner Used 2001 L3010 HST 230 hours...

Im not really sure how my _float_ feature works. Im trying to scrape up some topsoil. I push the loader lever all the way forward, wait about a second, then quickly bring the lever back to neutral. Then travel forward, scraping up bucket fulls of dirt. Is this how everyone else uses the float...

Kubota L3130 GST-F 4WD R4 tires PS-IPTO-3Pt hitch Deluxe seat-tilt wheel Deluxe stablizers Flex lower links ..................14,200.00 LA 513 Loader L2230 66" Square Back Bucket Quick Attach (L2234) L2230A Quick Coupler ...............................3750.00 Are these prices in the...

Have been reading about the i match system, but don't understand all I know about it, which is just about zero. Is it something that can be used on the 3 point hitch of the L3130? Commercially made? Advantages/ disadvantages? Thinking of possibly using something like that with log skidding...

Looking to ink the deal on a Kubota L3130 next week. The dealer has advised me the BH 90 hoe I prefer requires the larger LA723 FEL, for counterbalance I understand. Only problem I see with the larger FEL/hoe setup is my current garage may not be large (long) enough. Is anone sitting on this...

I was ready to order the Kubota L3130 until I visited the Kioti dealer yesterday. My use is mowing on flat pasture as well as rolling hills, driveway maint, snow plow, general cleanup of limbs/trees, and corral cleanup. Any suggestions? The Kioti is $3,000 less than the Kubota.... As I read...

I have 3 remote hydraulic valves installed on my L3130. Valves 2 and 3 return to center normally. Valve 1 has to be pulled back to center from the push stroke and will stay back on the pull stroke. Could this valve have the float function? I did not order it that way but the dealer knew that I...

How many L3130\'s put their? When I first starting lurking around here in the TBN world there were not many posts on people buying the larger Kubota's.....but now it seems like every week some lucky dog is buying the L3130. I have been a proud owner of a L3130HST since June of 2003 and have...

looking at the L3130 4wd w/loader and GST transmission. Any bad news on the GST or should I go for it. Will be my first new tractor purchase. Coments would be welcome. Thanks

Starting at $6700. What are these worth, were they a decent machine? Can you get a hoe for them? I was looking at JD today and they are quoting $22k for a 790 and $26k for the next one up w/loader and hoe. Talk about sticker shock.

I have been thinking about upsizing a little. The Farmi winch is a little heavy for my Cub Cadet. Wheelies on motorcycles are cool. Wheelies on tractors are not. I have been looking at Green and Orange. I need more PTO power and a heavier tractor to run a winch and a hydraulic-feed chipper...

I recently bought a 52 acre piece of land in Iowa. It has rolling hills and currently has grass, brush, and small trees under two inches covering most of it (a little corn and soybeans for variety). I would like to keep about 30 acres open. I don't want a thirty acre lawn, I just don't want...

Just asking the Kubota experts: Item #5137340940. 2003 L3130 FST 4X4 & FEL. $2900, Buy it now price. (55 hours) Sorry Kubota guys, just wanted to ask, this must be a miss print right? Seems like allot of tractor and I don't have a handle on what they go for, But I couldn't buy the wheels and...

well i finally did it, and i want to thank all who helped. what a great website and great people. tractor was delivered on 29 oct. to date i have put about 8 hrs on it... L3130 HST 4WD w/ filled R4s, folding ROPS, block heater, and rear work light LA 723 FEL quick attach w/ USED M1037 72"...

Good morning all: I have a L3130 with a 723 Loader with R4. I have been looking at getting a finish mower. I noticed that my neighbor (who also has a L3130 with tractor tires and the smaller loader) is 6 to 8 inches narror than my tractor in the rear. My rims seem wider than his. Is that because...

JD4310 ehydro w/430FEL and HD bucket Kubota L3130 HST w/LA723 and HD bucket i can buy both for about the same price. seems i am getting a better discount on the JD, maybe due to new model coming out. financing rates are same as well. both dealers seem to have good service, products, etc which...

i am back again to ask another question. sorry. i can save about $500 if i go with the R1 instead of the R4 tires. looking at list seems a diff of about $866, sounds like he is not giving me as strong of a discount. anybody care to comment on advantages/disadvantages?? how do the tires...

hey all, i am trying to get a tractor purchased by months end, looking for some input on price: L3130 HST R4 filled LA723 FEL w/ 72" HD bucket w/cutting edge (slightly used from L48) $20,800 Woods GB72 6' Box blade $800 Woods RB84 7' Rear blade $500 Woods XT160 5' cutter w/ slip clutch (used...

Box blade? dealer wants to sell me 6' Woods GB72. too big? would the 5.5' GB 65 work better? Rear Blade? looking at 7' sounds about right? dealer asking: Woods GB72 box blade $800 Woods RB84 rear blade $ 500 and Woods BB60 cutter $1200...ouch prices seem high considering I am trying to...

hello all well it's come down to the wire. after a few months of going back and forth (need vs want, new vs used) and what size (class2, class3 etc) i have come down to these 3 tractors, at least i think i have.... I live in Montana and have 16 acres of pasture (some flat, some contoured), no...

It\'s here... New L3130 HST My new L3130 HST was delivered yesterday, a few days late. The tractor was to be delivered last Friday but was delayed because the fellow who loads the tires was off and Monday was our Thanksgiving Day. Not bad considering I only ordered it last Thursday. Moved a...

Finally got to drive the L3130 today (been shopping since April) at two different dealerships, both of whom seemed okay. A third Kubota dealer I visited a few weeks ago didn't have the L3130 on the lot and he did not leave a good impression on me. As for the L3130, it ran smooth as silk and...

I have been looking and gathering information and prices over the past couple of months and I am now ready to purchase a Kubota L3130. I have been using my neighbor's L3830 GST mowing the past couple of months, so I know what I'm getting. My question is this, I have been quoted the L3130 GST for...

Having trouble determining what rpm,s to run at when using my FEL, when driving down the local county road to my woodlot or when using the box blade. Have been running at 2000 to 2200 rpms and it seems to operate ok, but would feel better with some advice. Have been going through the archives...

I really want to make a decision this week. Which is the best tractor deal? I have read almost every post here comparing the L3130 and CK30 and I believe both machines will meet my needs. I have been visiting many dealers over the past several months and have narrowed it down to two local...

Anything like this exist in the market, or would it have to be custom made? posted similar question on another thread. Concerened about chunks of wood flying towards the operator when Bush Hogging +2" diam. alder brush (lots of the stuff to chop up). Something that would attach to the backside...

I am going to install a Curtis hot water heater in my tractor. I'll probably have to add fluid in the process. What type is recommended by Kubota? I have purchased some NAPA anti-freeze, but am hesitant to use it. Thanks.

Ok, I'm still concerned about the loader capacity of the BX23, so I have been looking at the B2910 since it looked like a somewhat smaller version of the L3130. But then I looked at the MSRP for the two models and the B2910 is only $90 less than the L3130! Could someone give me some insight on...

Drove 120 miles today and got a 2nd quote on a L3130. Price with the extras I wanted was $19,873 - only $17 different from my 1st quote from a different dealer. Have decided that if I want that tractor, with that configuration, that's what I have to pay. He would upgrade me to a L3340 for an...

Want to thank gray and others for comments that steered me towards a L3130, was originally thinking of a smaller tractor. Tried one out today and was impressed - the type of tractor I was looking for. Believe I received a reasonable quote, but would appreciate any and all comments. The good...

I'm hoping that folks that are familiar with either of these BH could make a few comments. My understanding is that the BL4690B has self contained hydraulics and is powered by the tractor PTO, while the B90 uses the tractor hydraulics. What is the impact of that? Is one easier to take on and...

Is it possible to widen the width of the front and rear axles? Seems to me I read something about minimum width, leading me to believe there must be a maximum width. Adjust the wheels full width on my 1952 ACWD when working with the FEL/Trip Bucket and narrow them up when hauling on a trailer...

I am considering buying a Kubota L3130 or a JD 4210. This will be my first tractor, but from everything I can tell, the Kubota stands above the JD. It has more horsepower, better lifting capacity, it's heavier, and costs about $2k less. However, I cannot find a torque number to compare...

Looking for typical Canadian Prices for L3130HST R4 tires and L723 Loader. Best I have found is $27,600 CAD with loaded tires and delivered. We have 3 loacl dealers and all prices are identical.

Hello, everyone. I've just discovered this site and its got a wealth of information! I'm buying a five acre parcel that is heavily wooded, but with mostly small trees (4" to 8") that I want to selectively clear myself. I will also be building a house and want to do a lot of the grading. So I...

When I first bought my tractor was when I started to really read all the info at this site. At that time the Tiltmeter had a lot of posts. I bought one but have never installed it. I wanted to really get to know my tractor by the feel of the old mighty pucker factor. Well my property is...

I have been looking at Kioti, but I thought I'd take a look at Kubota, so I went to the dealer today. I have 8 acres, mostly woods, mostly hilly and rocky, a small lawn (mostly gardens by now), and a small pasture with sheep, goats and a donkey in it. I need something to gather firewood which...

Gentlemen, how's this for a quote??? L3130HST, LA723 FEL, Woods 6500 hoe, R4's, Top-n-tilt, Rear Hydro. at $27,000. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

So I went and priced these two, and was very suprised: JD 4310 w/430 FEL and 47 BH and Top n Tilt = $25,770 L3130 w/723 FEL and Woods 9000 BH and Top n Tilt = $32,200 I realize that specs on the FEL and BH lean in the favor of the L3130, but is there really almost $7,000 difference???

After two months of specifying, negotiating, and waiting for all of the pieces to come together, I received my L3130 about 4:30 this afternoon. Then I had to wait another hour and a half while it was unloaded, papers signed and my old tractors loaded. Finally I got about an hour of playing with...

Folks, Thanks for all the information from this board, been listening mostly. I posted a few weeks ago on the New holland board TC33 vs L3130, and more recently with a picture of my new machine. I figured I should at least post in the Kubota forum to make all ya'll feel good. Bought the...

I received a quote today for the following: $18,200 L3130 GST LA723 FEL Skid Steer quick attache 72" bucket R4's or $19,400 for the same but in a L3830 Comments?

Folks, I am looking at the above tractors; 2004 NH TC33DA, 9x3 transmission, R4 tires, 14LA loader versus 2004 Kubota L3130 DT, R4 tires, LA513 loader. Could you tell me your thoughts on the comparison of these tractors. I will be maintaining 11 acres, mowing, thinning out woods, grading...

Lets here it from the orange and blue. Pros and cons of the NH33DA vs Kubota L3130 Both with fwd and hst Dealers about equal(next to each other) thanks jjc

Stopped by my dealer today to check on progress in getting my tractor ready. The tractor is there as is the ATI grapple kit. Two of the auxillary valve kits are there with the third on the way. The Hy-Reach tree clipper is due to be shipped this week. Using NASAspeak, the long pole is the...

Hi All, I've been lurking here for some time ironing out which tractor to buy and wanted to thank all for some geat insights on size, features, what gets used, what to add later, etc. I settled on an L3130 HST 4WD, Filled R4's, LA723 FEL, QuickAttach, Std 72" bucket with toothbar and chain...

I have a quote for a L 3130 HST with R4 tires, LA723 FL Loader with quick attach and 72"Bucket L2235 for $18,700 and the BH90 9ft Backhoe for an additional $6,800. Is it a good price? Please advise. Thank you!

buykubota-ML-447130-ML- Moved to Kubota Buying/Pricing.

Hi everybody, I'm new to the site but have owned a '55 600 series Ford for some years. Before that I had a Ford 8N with a loader. I loved the loader, but on an old Ford they are just too heavy, no p steering and poor steering componenets on the front for the weight. I love my old Ford's but...

After much consideration Blah! Blah! Blah!.... My L3130DT, LA513 FEL and Woods BB72 arrived today and I got a couple of hours on it and was truly impressed with its stature and power. Bush hogged about 2 acres of 3'-4' tall thick fescue and weeds in high 2nd gear and low 4th gear. The tractor...

L3130 or L3830 can\'t decide I think I've read every post in this section and the information has been excellent. I'm looking at either getting: L3130HST R4 tir LA723 loader-HD bucket Bush Hog SQ600 5' rotary cutter-shear pin. $19100 or : L3830 HST R4 tires LA723 loader-HD bucket Bush Hog...

Last night, my daughter parked my new (66 hrs) L3130 in the machine shed and this morning I found the loader had lowered itself to the ground. It squished a 5 gallon bucket of Super UDT. Glad it didnt rupture the bucket - but it is really crinkled. Does anyone else's LA513 loader do this...

What does L3130DT @$12,500 and LA513@$3,500 delivered to my door. The tractor and FEL are on the lot and can be delivered this coming week. Deal or no Deal? Dealer is 15 minutes away and has been there many years. He has 2 shops on his lot for servicing and a good inventory year round. He...

OK I have been quoted 25000. for a L3130 with loader and Hoe. Is a fair price or should O keep looking......

Recently bought a canopy for my L3130 from the local 'bota dealer. Upon attempting to install it, (no instructions), I realized it is probably too small for mine. The frame on the canopy is narrower (width) than the ROPs. Anyway, upon further investigation, I found a tag that indicates this was...

I've got about 15 hours or so on the new 3130 HST I recently bought and lately I have noticed some sort of leak under the seat coming out of the seam of the "plate" that cover the area directly under the seat. Does anyone have an idea what this could be? Things have been a little crazy around...

I've noticed a change in the way the 3pt. hitch lever feels on my L3130. The tractor has just over 130 hrs. on it without any other problems. The hitch operates properly, but there feels like some resistance on the lever mid way through it's range of position. Any thought as to why the...

My wife and I were approached by a realtor about our 12 acre parcel. He had a buyer that was interested in purchasing it at a sum that we couldn't refuse . Well needless to say, we don't need the L3130 w/L723 loader and I'm going to sell it. I'll try eBay and the local market but seeing that...

Thanks to everyone who answered my posts the last month or so. Today, the dealer brought my new machine to the house. What a relief. Finally, after almost 4 weeks! (I was waiting on a toothbar, but it was worth the wait".) Gee, that machine looks good in my shop! hopefully, my picture will post...

I've been 'lurking' here for a few months and finally after spending several late nights reading through these posts I have ordered a new L3130DT 4X4 with LA513 loader, 60" tiller and box blade. I have hardly sat still since. The dealer hoped to get it to me in a couple of weeks, but he's having...

Does any one know how much trouble it is to add 2 hydraulic ports to the rear of a L3130 dt. How much does it cost for parts or how much the dealor would charge for labor

I have a L3130 DT with a 730 loader. This is my fisrt tractor and I am still learning more about every time I use it. It now has 35 hours on it. I noticed that when I first start it up I can hear a buzz noise from the hydrolics in the rear of the tractor. It only last a few seconds. I don't know...

Ive ordered a L3130, (w/ a FEL) last week, but now Im wonderin' if maybe I should ask the dealer to install one rear hyd remote. Is the actuating lever in the way most of the time or neatly tucked somewhere that I wouldnt always be bumping into it? I would love to have a log splitter, too, but...

I have been undecided for while between the B2910 and the Grand L3130. You TBNers have helped me a lot. So after thinking about it now for a couple of days, it seems that the L3130 would be the best fit for me. My dealer has given me the following price quote. Grand L3130 HST, 4wd R4...

I have a Kubota L3130 w/a 66" bucket. I am looking to get a good toothbar. Dealer says he has one for $475. Seems a little steep to me. Who makes a good one and where can I get it at a reasonable price? Thanks.

I am the proud owner of new L3130 FEL shuttle trans. I love the tractor. I have a question concerning the first service. The dealer told me that at 50 hours I should change the oil and filter and the hydraulic filter only. The manual says to change the fluid in the transmission, front axle...

Greetings everyone, Well I am starting to get nervous!!!! I volunteered to haul my L3130 to our new church and help with some grading and landscaping. So another member has a regular 16' car trailer and a box blade that I am going to borrow. I have some 10k pound ratchet straps that I intend...

I am looking at a new l3130 with a loader la723 with r4 tires. The dealer that I have talked to quoted 17800. Is this a good price?

Well I got my L3130HST a few weeks ago and it's been great. In the future I thought adding a cab might be something I want to do for the winter. I see that Curtis has a good looking unit and that's almost certainly the way I'd go. I'm just curious on why the factory doesn't offer them on the...

I currently have R4's and would like to swap them for some turf tires. After some discussion I decided to keep the R4's for future work I'm planning. So I'm looking to acquire a set of wheels/tires for turf applications. My dealer quoted a price of $2000 for a full set of wheels/tires. Is there...

All, Also.....Does anybody have any direct experience with a backhoe on a L3130? Questions: Any suggestions on the appropriate backhoe model for a 3130? Kubota offers two models. Are there any aftermarket backhoes that complete with the factory Kubota offering? Any ideas on cost for the...

I was out this morning wasting time at a local Kubota dealer and notice a new L3130 with the tires set really wide. Alot wider than my own. So I asked the guy and he said he switches left to right and right to left. I looks like you gain about 10" more in width. I like this but thought I...

<font color="orange"> </font> OK i have almost worked out a deal on a new L3130 with FEL, and a woods 72" rear discharge finish mower. But I have a question, do I need a tooth bar? The dealer said that he has never sold one, that he always tells people to use there landscaping box with the...

Is this a good price. Grand L3130HST, FEL, 6' woods rear discharge finish mower. 20000.00 out the door to my house across state lines. Also is this a good dependable tractor? Thanks dc

I just purchased an L3130 GST. The operators manual says to "reduce engine speed to low idle before shifting the shuttle shift lever." This sounds a little cumbersome. I ran the machine today between 1800 and 2100 RPM using the clutchless shuttle to change directions and things seemed to work...

Hey folks. I've been reading, and re-reading a lot of the different posts here regarding the models I've been looking at. I originally narrowed my list down to the Deere 4310 and the Kubota L3130. Now that I’ve decided on the L3130 I’ve like to hear from some of you who have it, and used it...

Well I now have 50 hours on my L3130HST......its time for service. I have read many posts on people trying to decide to do the service themselves or let the dealer do it. Since I have about forty projects going for the wife I am going to have the dealer come and get it. The one question I...

I want to thank everyone thus far for their input, now its decision time. I have narrowed down my choices to the Kubota 3130 or the New Holland TC35, mainly because both dealers are nearby. Now, I need some expert advice to help me make that final decision based on the following information...

Hi... As requested... here's a link to some pictures of my new Kubota L3130 There's 1 picture in the Attachment of this post too... I spent time marking things on the tractor with white & yellow paint pens to make 'em easier to find... ...things like engine oil & hydraulic oil...

Well... might as well add mine... picking it up this weekend... Kubota L3130 DT LA723 loader with heavy duty bucket, replaceable edge, quick attach... BH90 backhoe... Curtis cab with glass front & rear windows... soft doors... Cab heater... (2) windshield wipers... R4 tires... Dome light... 4...

I have been perusing the forums for a while as I have been researching. I have decided to look for an L3130HST with 723 FEL, SQ600 and Box. I have an appointment with a dealer about 50 miles away this morning. His quote over the phone is not bad...hoping I can beat it $500-1000 on a package...

Would someone be able to tell me an approximate price range on a B2910 or L3130 w/HST and FEL. Thanks

Does anyone have any in depth knowledge of the BL4690B kubota hoe? I've got an L3130 w/ 513 loader and am testing the backhoe waters for next year. Seems I hamstrung myself a bit with this loader as the BH90 is only compatable with the 723 and up . The BH90 requires the mounting system of the...

has anyone else seen the L3130 on ebay for a buy it now price of $3800??? with a fel... why aren't things like that ever located a little closer to me?? heehaw

<font color="black"> </font> First of all I would like to thank all of you for the useful information I have been able to gather while visiting this site. I am in the final stages of purchasing a tractor and after careful consideration, and a good amount of research on this site, I have...

I need some advice on buying a trailer before I buy a tractor (L3130 w/loader and backhoe). I'll be retiring soon and moving closer to my property . I would like to buy the trailer to help move the durable household goods, shop tools and equipment, shelving, workbenches, small "fleet" of...

I want to add remotes to my L3130 and have a couple questions.By the way, I'm almost over the sticker shock of the parts kits from Kubota, "WOW" Any how, what is the difference in the L8303 single spool spring to center valve and the L8304 single spool float detent valve. Does anyone have any...

The owners manual says 20psi for R4's . But that seems a bit low . I checked mine as delivered and they were around 24 psi . I'm wondering whether to go up or down with the pressure . ( see Henro's Bouncy, Bouncy thread ) Lame question for sure . But I had to ask anyway John

Hi folks... Will you help me decide between these 2 tractors... ? There's gotta be more than I read about in the literature... or the limited test drives I did... Pro's... con's... +++'s... ---'s... experiences... opinions... Like... performance... quality... ergonomics... quirks...

Hi folks... Will you help me decide between these 2 tractors... ? There's gotta be more than I read about in the literature... or the limited test drives I did... Pro's... con's... +++'s... ---'s... experiences... opinions... Like... performance... quality... ergonomics... quirks...

Hi folks... Will you help me decide between these 2 tractors... ? There's gotta be more than I read about in the literature... or the limited test drives I did... Pro's... con's... +++'s... ---'s... experiences... opinions... Like... performance... quality... ergonomics... quirks...

I am looking for pricing on a L3130 with the following: #723 loader, R4's, HST, 5' or 6' bush hog, rear weights. The local dealer here gave me a price of 17.5 but that was I believe not with a HST, no weights, no hog, but - filled tires for free with the new ethelyne glycol anti-freeze component...

I just bought a new 3130HST from Kahn Tractor in Franklin Ct. I got the L723 loader with a HD bucket and hooks. Also a BH90 backhoe w/18inch bucket. The industrial tires loaded w/ rim guard. I delt with Jean she was very nice and honest to deal with .I did a little better than the price they...

need some input on these two models,looking at a possible purchase on the L3130,whats a fair price? how does everyone like there tractor,what would you do differently? your input is appreciated. A dealer referrence would be great also.

I have an L3130 with 513 FEL; just a few hours time on them. I put my tractor on the trailer last night with the bucket elevated to clear the back of the truck. This morning I found it had leaked down. I put it up again; in a couple of hours it was down again. The bushhog remained up and...

I have an L3130HST and am looking to add a backhoe. I've been looking at the BL4690 because it has on-board hydraulics and would not require me to add remotes on the back. I understand about the power and reach differences with the BL90. My questions.. I'm looking for user reviews on the...

I am looking at both of these tractors. To be completely honest there are things I like about both. One issue is in my area the JD is $1100 more. This is not a deal breaker for me but $1100 is quite a bit of money. I like the Kubota's standard shuttle shift - I have to pay $1000 more to...

I was at the Kubota dealer last night. I'm in the middle of buying a L3130 HST, LA723 QA loader, with 4 way valve. I asked him for about a block heater. He said he would put one for on for an extra $100, but he was trying to talk me out of it. He said you don't need one in PA. He said he...

I don't want this post to turn into one of those "my tractor is better than your tractor" debates because you would sound stupid and be wasting your time. By insight, intuition, and intense study of the subject matter I have picked the perfect tractor on my first attempt. I'm not surprised...

Hi all! Tomorrow is delivery day for my 3130 hst. Have a 7ft. (Woods HBL84-2) on order but I see in the operator's manual under implement limitations that the max cutting width recommended is only 6 ft. In fact all of the Grand L line has the same limitation. Is this bogus? The max digging...

I was wondering what the height of your machine was with the ROPS folded? I am considering buying one but want to make sure it will fit in my garage . My BX fits fine with the ROPS folded but it is a much smaller machine. I had a friends 3010 fit last year with turf tires on it. Will the tires...

I have a L2600DT with a LA450 loader with only 63 hours on it, and I'm thinking of trading it in on a new L3130 HST with LA723 loader and R1 tires. The reason is I like the HST over the gear shift. I had a HST before the L2600 and once you have a HST it is hard to go back to a gear shift...

I am seriously considering purchasing a new L3130 GST. I have approximatly 6-7 acres to maintain. The terrain is hilly in places and is a bit overgrown right now. The dealer says this machine with a 5' medium duty cutter will work fine and should be all I need. I have a friend who has a...

Hello All: Haven't posted for awhile but have been reading alot. Hopefully my old tractor is finding a new home this afternoon. Filled out the credit approval papers this morning with Kubota and should have new L3130 mid to latter part of this week. Haven't mowed yet this week hoping to try...

Woa! Look out world. Found Low on the new L3130 this weekend. What a blast! Yes, I know. It's been there all along - just never used it. Got 5 plus hours in this weekend reclaiming pasture from those pesky Huisache trees. Had a bunch that were too big for the cutter (Bush Hog SQ600). Some of...

I have a L3130Hst and I use the tractor on some pretty hilly ground. I have the max weight on the front and the tractor still seams light to me. With nothing on the back I find the old sphinxter just a puckering going up hills. I find myself backing up the hills to avoid the pucker problem...

hello guys, I am in the market to get rid of my BX22 and move up to the L3130. I am thinking of trading it in but would like to sell it privately. I am buying my buddies Harley Pro-6 power rake for my new landscape business and need something to run it. Any owners of the 3130 HST have...

I've been looking at JD and Kubota ,reading your discussions on each model, lot of info from all. The part I'm having trouble with is which one to get, the deler I have been talking to handles both tractors so its easy to compare models side by side. The JD 4310 430 fel, 72 mmm, mid- pto, 3rd...

I have enjoyed reading everyone's comments. They were very helpful in helping me decide. I was looking at John Deere 990, 4310 and Kubota B2910, B7800, L3130 tractors. I showed my wife a few pictures of each and I asked her for her comments. She thought that I should look more at the Kobota...

Hi all, My L3130HST has a problem that I can't figure out. Don't know if I'm missing something obvious. Here's the deal. Bought the tractor with a loader and the Kubota backhoe (4690). For the first time this weekend, I went to take off the backhoe, which went OK. But my 3 point hitch does...

I am going to buy a tactor and have narrowed it down to these two tractors. I have 8 acres on one place and 5 on another to take care of. I am building a new house within a year and have 6 horses. So I will be using it to take care of the land and around the barn/stalls. The specs are about the...

I am going to buy a tactor and have narrowed it down to these two tractors. I have 8 acres on one place and 5 on another to take care of. I am building a new house within a year and have 6 horses. So I will be using it to take care of the land and around the barn/stalls. The specs are about...

I hit the 50 hour mark and went to the Dealer to get the supplies. YIPES. By the time I got he 12 gallons of Super UDT, the front Axel fluid and filters, I was out about $350. If you plan on doing this at home, make sure you have plenty of oil pans for all the oil. It just keeps on coming...

I am looking at a L3130 currently. In order to get the tractor in and out of my shop, I will have to fold the ROPS. The tractor I looked at appeared to have bolts that would have to be removed to fold the ROPS. The NH tractors I have seen have pins that can be removed quickly. Can the Kubota...

Can anybody tell me the size difference between the Deere 4400 and the Kubota L3130? A neighbor has the JD 4400 and I'm curious as to its size relative to the Kubota. I can't find any specs on the 4400 on the Deere website. As usual thank you in advance.

Just purchased a 3130 and for starters I'm very impressed with the power of the LA723. As for the tractor, I'm disappointed in it's engine performance. With the engine at full speed, in high gear and on level ground once I pushed the pedal down all the way, the tractor bogged down to the point...

She's home at last. True to their word, the L3130 HST 4WD was delivered as promised and on time from Rioux Farm in El Campo. Got in 6.8 hours this weekend before having to come back home to Katy. Would have got more but we're also building a house and had to put in some lumber time too! Threw...

I'm a month or two away from buying and have been trying to decide what the best option will be. I have 7 acres of flat land that I will be maintaining. I will be finishing mowing all 7 acres and have some other small building and landscaping projects in mind. So, I have been looking at the...

I have been looking at new NH and Kubota. After looking and at both, I have about decided on the Kubota. Prices are : L3000- $9800 L3130- $10,800 There is probably still some negotiation room in those prices. Both tractors are 2WD gear tractors. My question is what are the main differences...

It seems the more I find out, the more I'm confused. I am preparing to buy a new unit w/ FEL. I have about 5.5 acres, will use initially for some moderate to heavy clearing, general FEL work, and 9" auger. General use will be for bushhogging and boxblading 1/2 mile gravel drive. The prices I...

It seems the more I find out, the more I'm confused. I am preparing to buy a new unit w/ FEL. I have about 5.5 acres, will use initially for some moderate to heavy clearing, general FEL work, and 9" auger. General use will be for bushhogging and boxblading 1/2 mile gravel drive. The prices I...

It seems the more I find out, the more I'm confused. I am preparing to buy a new unit w/ FEL. I have about 5.5 acres, will use initially for some moderate to heavy clearing, general FEL work, and 9" auger. General use will be for bushhogging and boxblading 1/2 mile gravel drive. The prices I...

Down to the wire on buying a rental return. Gentlemans farm with 4H steers, horses, and goats. Pasture needs mowing (7 acres on a 15 acre parcel some hills), fire clearance, postholes dug, stalls cleaned, manure moved and some light grading. I like the size of the 7800 and 2910 but see only...

Finally pulled the trigger and bought the L3130 HST from Rioux Farm Equipment in El Campo, Texas. I’d like to thank EVERYONE on TBN that offered advise and comments on the purchase. Your insights and experiences were most informative and helped me to make an informed decision. So, on to the...

Hello I am posting this in this forum as I would like opinions of existing owners. I thought I would ping all you 7800/2910/3130 owners for your opinions on your tractors. I am looking at purchasing a 3130 or 7800 myself and have not been able to reconcile what I want. I own 4 acres of...

I have narrowed my tractor seach down to the L3130 HST. Now comes "add on" time. I need/want/gotta have an FEL, but which one. The LA723 is $500 more than the LA513. With the LA513 and the other extras (R4, Box Blade, and Rotary Cutter) we're pushing $20k as is. I can not find a photo of a...

Looking to purchase an L3130 with HST and I have some questions. My property is an 18 acre spread with a very gentle slope at the front and a bit steeper slope in the rear. The main portion of the property would most likely be described as flat. The property drains extremly well and there is...

Howdy, I'm in the process of deciding between a L3130 and a TC35. Best price in Plaistow, NH area is $19,265 for the L3130 w/ 513 FEL and the TC35 quote w/ FEL was $21,250. After reading other posts here these appear to be significantly higher. Does anyone know of any better prices within a...

I just purchase a L3130 and looking at getting a box blade. The manual says the maximum width for a box blade for this tractor is 65". Do you think a 72" would work without problems? I'm mainly concerned about the pulling power of using this size on a L3130. Thanks, Doug

Had already decided on 3130 possibly 3830 with fel and 9ft backhoe(bradco) will take 10 days to come in. I am satisfied with price and dealer that I just talk to Friday. Now Two days later my property has had two more slips knocking down at least 60 feet of chain link fence down. My brother in...

After waiting for the rotary mower to arrive, my L3130 HST is FINALLY here. Every thing is awesome ! - Bob Wolf from Woodbury tractor was great to deal with very friendly and definitely went above and beyond the call of duty. I highly recommend, him! Here is the break down: L3130 HST 4x4...

I debated and discussed on this forum buying a 7800/2910 or a L3130. Went with the 3130 and can not tell you how happy I am. The L3130 has already done some things (with effort) that the 7800 just would not have been able to do because of the weight. Also finding all kinds of things to make...

I was looking at the specs of the L3130 vs the L3830 (HST) and noticed that the tractor weights are almost identical (3305 lbs vs 3340 lbs). Also the lengths are not too much different (115" vs 117.5"). So the main size difference is in the widths (60" vs 67") and this seems to add only 35...

I took delivery of a new L3130 with the 723 FEL about a month ago. I've noticed that a small amount of hydraulic oil appears to be leaking out of the main junction box on the lower right side, where the loader lines connect (before the valve/control stick). It's not a lot of oil, but something...

Here I go again just when I was ready and certain to order a b7800, part of my property has slipped down the hill due to lot of rain this year and lack of a better ditch (one reason for tractor) Guess procastination did not help in this case. My question is I live on hill (mountain) in Eastern...

This tractor buying is starting to be a pain. I knew for sure that I wanted the JD 4310 ePowerReverser. I happen to go by a Kubota dealer and decided to stop in. I drove the L3130 GST and was very impressed. Now I am not sure what to buy. I want to pull a 84" finishing mower and a light...

Hello All, Recently posted as to my new tractor, a L3130 with 723 loader and 4690B backhoe. Unfortunately I don't yet have the proper manual for the backhoe, I have the manual for the 4690 backhoe, i.e. not the latest with B designation. The manual I have gives no information on mounting this...

I think I've got it narrowed down to either the Kubota L3130 or the JD 4130. Normally, the L3010 is compared to that JD model, but the L3130 replaces it. Each has the heavy duty bucket (JD430 or LA723), quick hitch, HST, R4 tires, rear weights. JD has some rebates, which puts the price at...

I want to begin by saying "thanks" to the very helpful members of this board. I've just purchased a L3130HST tractor with rear work light, LA513 loader with the 4-position valve and quick attach bucket, and a 5' Woods box blade. $17300 for the whole package. It's been the monsoon season here...

What\'s the difference on FELs for the L3130??? Without actually going to a dealer to ask, I see a lot of "talk" here about the two FELs. What is different about the two, is it the bucket's construction (thickness of walls) or the hook-up to the tractor itself, or the lifting capacity? Seems...

I'm just about ready to take the Bota plunge and sort-of decided on the 3130. Here is my problem: You know what they say about Greyhound drivers: "Leave the driving (shifting) to us." and I are one. I had bad experiences with a JD with HST which turned me against automatics, even in my...

Am thinking about buying the L3130 to use with FEL and possibly box scraper. Any new owners of that model out there? My only tractor experience is with an 8N running a brush hog. The new one will be used to clear mesquite bushes/trees and then level the land. (Arizona desert) Am I looking in the...

No, I'm not excited!! After reading what must of been 3000 posts about Kubotas, dealers, implements, and tons of websites,driving my wife crazy - I placed my order for the L3130 completely decked out. Thanks to everyone on this site, what a wealth of info we have at our finger tips. I ended...

We are evaluating a B7800 or B2910 versus the L3130. The decision was pretty well made for the B7800 until we realized that the B7800 with options or the B2910 was only about a $1,000 less than the L3130 which SEEMS to be a lot more tractor. The B7800 seems like a great machine but I am...

New owner of an L3130. I'm using a 65" Bush Hog box blade for spreading and levelling gravel. The blade was purchased with the tractor and when it arrived the top link was positioned in the top of the three holes on the tractor bracket. I'm a good reader and in the Kubota manual there is a...

I've narrowed down my tractor selection to the L3130 and would like to buy a backhoe as part of the package. Kubota offers two choices (BL4690B, BH90) but are there other brands/models that I should consider? Which Kubota backhoe (small vs large) would you recommend for the L3130? What has...

I've been shopping for a tractor recently and my travels have lead me to these discussions. I've compared prices with three dealers in the Louisiana/Mississippi area and have pretty much been consistently quoted a range of $17200-$17400 for a L3130HST with ag tires and a Kubota LA513 loader...

After narrowing down the tractor I would like to buy here are some prices I was given, L3130 4WD Glide shift 72” FEL, AG tires $17,900 No tax He also wanted another $7500 for a Bradco 7 FT Backhoe subframe I am not into the Bradco. The next tractor I was quoted on was a B7800 with a...

Hi, I made a quick stop at my local Kubota dealers today to look around. Still lots of snow on the ground, but most of the tractors were accessible. I finally saw a B7800. Real nice. Just from initial appearance it might be hard for some to justify the $2000 price difference between it and...

HI, Every once in a while if I am up my dealer's way I stop by to say hello and talk a little...This morning was one of those days. I wonder why I don't stop by the car dealers like that Anyway, after we talk a bit he says he just got a L3130 in, and would I like to see it as it's in the...

Hello! I've been lurking around for a long time. Now I'm bonafide! Just purchased an L3130 w/ HST, 4x4, R4 tires, 523 Loader. No implements yet, but want boxblade and angle blade asap. Any L3130 owners with some riding time have comments for a newbie. Do you like it? Would you do anything...

I am new to the site, what a great source of info. I have been waiting for my local dealer( upstate NY ) to get his new stock in to make my final decision on either a B2910 or L3130. I will be purchasing a FEL and belly pan finish mower as well. The tractor will be used most of the time just...

The L3130 plain and smiple and comfortable,also good viewing while steering w/3 fingers. Still waiting for the B7800 to arrive,and feed back from owners before I trade.

how much for a new Grand L 3130 gst with the heavy duty kubota loader? 7 And, what about a woods loader? One dealer said they were great, next guy said he would not put a woods loader on a kubota? Also said i could get a 45 hs basic model with loader for 15,500, 2 grans less than the 3130...

I guess this is bragging but I got to sit on a new L3130GST today. It is everything the brocures say it is. Very comfortable wider seating area, easy to get on & off awesome dash that tells you everything at a glance. The hood opening is much better but you still have to snap off the side...

Has any looked at the New L3130 tractor?? how does it stack up to the 3010?? What is the best price on this tractor? thanks