tradosaurus
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- Joined
- May 8, 2017
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- Location
- Texarkana, TX
- Tractor
- Kubota MX5400 HST, heavy duty bucket, 3rd function, R1 tires (rears filled), 2 remotes
I have 38 acres of woods with a walking trail I cut with a L3301. I also mow about 5 acres with a zero turn.I would guess that Kubota is the most popular compact tractor these days. Thinking that it and John Deere are 1 and 2? So, I have a Mahindra but I might sell it in order to get exactly what I need in a tractor. Primary needs are pasture clipping 7 acres and use in a 50-acre woodlot for managing trees and trails. Was thinking that JD or Kubota would provide...
- parts availability
- dependable
- design
- performance
- ease of maintenance
- resale ability down the way
- plenty of dealers
If you could find exactly what you want in a tractor, what brand would you buy? Being as dependable as possible, easiest to maintain, parts availability and ability to resell down the way are very important in this discussion. Easiest to maintain probably No.1 because I am age 70 and do maintenance and repairs that I can but I am not the type that relishes tinkering, lol, plus, I work alone mostly. Buying used would be great if one is found but not averse to buying new if have to. Should be my last tractor.
Doesn't have to be JD or Kubota but that's my thinking.
TIA!
I did upgrade to a MX5400 primarily for the ability to move bigger pieces of cut trees as well as grade a 1000 ft driveway faster.
The only negative with the MX5400 is the ability to maneuver within trees. I didn't get the cab because of the trees.
Before I bought my first tractor in my life at 53 yo I scoured the forum of different brands as well as watch videos. Then seat time. That's important.
Which tractor and brand feels the most comfortable? Will you be satisfied with the treadle pedal on the Kubota? Also parts availability. It won't do you any good to have a close dealer if they have issues getting parts.
I would not go on the lowest price. IMO, buy once, cry once.