B2630 or B3200

[glesng]

New to posting to this site, I've used it many times for information. Thank you all for that.
I currently have a '98 JD 4100 with FEL and want to trade up to a larger tractor. I've narrowed the choice down to either the B2630 or B3200. We own 11 acres, mostly wooded, I'm always moving dirt, snow and whatever else comes along. Run a brush hog in the summer and a 3pt snowblower in the winter.
I don't really need the 32 horse and I like some of the extras on the B2630. I believe both these tractors are approximately the same physical size, please correct me if I'm wrong. The 2630 will cost me another $1000-$1500 however.
My Kubota dealer is coming out on Monday to give me a trade in value on my JD. I haven't had the chance to see a 2630 in person yet.
Does anyone have any strong opinions on either machine?
Thanks for your help.

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

I can give you an owners opinion on the B3200 but I have never owned the B2630 so I have no knowledgeable opinion about it. I've owned a B7800 before but no B2630. I'm totally satisfied with the B3200. I traded a L3240HST for it. The L3240 is/was to big for my property and I prefer the B3200. It's a fine tractor and works well for my needs as a residential hillside, gullied and some trees acreage owner. I use a BX2660 for mowing.

 

[number two]

B2630 advantages I see are the 3 cylinder engine reduces vibration,you'll like the deluxe features,and I think the hydraulic flow is better than the B3030 by a little.Not as popular,but certainly worthy of consideration.Good Luck.

 

[RonVL4]

I have a 2630 and I love it ! Not familiar with other models! To me the 2630 is a great tractor! Ask the dealer if you can try both of them out. Never know if he really wants to sell you one he might just consider it . Good luck on your choice!

 

[MikeInEburg]

Since your stated uses are PTO driven, the couple of extra horses in B3200 may come in handy...

Mike

 

[glesng]

Thanks for your thoughts guys. The more I look at the spec's of both the more I'm leaning towards the 2630. But I really need to see and drive both of them, that's the fun part
Nick

 

[easygo]

I think given the closeness in size, turning radius, loader capacity and ground clearance, you will have to make your decision based on the features you prefer. I would think either tractor will make you and keep you a happy camper. Just try out which one feels more better to you.
Have fun.