Deciding between B7610/B7800, implements (long)

[Timber]

My issues with the 3030 has to do with personal taste and nothing to do with the tractor itself. It to is a great Tractor. I don't care for that curved round look it has at all. It has a little to much plastic for me too. But that is the worst I can say about it. Basically it is the same tractor as the B7800 with the exception of position control. If I was spending your money I would go the extra grand and grab the B7800. Just for the extra wt the loader will lift alone. You would be surprised what weighs more than a thousand pounds. I have forks for mine as well and I almost make it to my hay loft. close enough to throw the bales from the pallet. ( I don't recommend Standing on the Pallet but I do it anyway)
Like Dad use to say "Do as I say not as I do" I am very sure you will never regret going with the extra power on the same chasy

 

[KubotaSteve]

I'll give another vote for the B-7800. One thing I don't care for about the 3030 is that it has no clutch. I like to be able to engage an implement slowly such as a post hole digger or tiller.This past weekend, I tilled up several gardens for family and friends, moved quite a bit of stone and dirt and pushed over some small trees for my brother.When I was looking for my tractor, I initially started looking smaller, but then after seeing the dump heights and weight limits, I didn't think I would be happy with a smaller machine. The 7800 seems to combine just the right size and power. It is big enough to tackle MOST homeowner jobs, but yet small and nimble enough to get into tight spots. It also isn't too bad if you have to trailer it.I didn't want to spend the amount that I did on the 7800 as I wanted more implements, but you can add those over the years as I have done. I usually average an implement or 2 a year unless its a high dollar implement.

 

[Timber]

Your right Steve I forgot all about that there was no clutch. I use a PHD on my tractor all the time and take that for granted. Depending on the implement you want to be able to stop the PTO at any time

 

[stretch_169]

Another great point. This is very helpful, I didn't realize it has no clutch. I asked the dealer today about the 2630/3030 and the 2630 comes in about $1000 more than the 7800 and the 3030 another $1000 above that.

Dave

 

[IslandTractor]

I you are looking at the B7800 you might want to at least check out the Kioti CK30 which goes for about the same money. In a nutshell, the CK30 adds a few "lux" features to what the B7800 has such as position control, suspension seat etc. It is also considerably heavier which may or may not be an advantage depending on your intended use. There is a very good dealer in Lebanon, ME. Welcome to Batchelder Sales.

That said, I don't think you could ever go wrong with either the B7610 or a B7800.

 

[stretch_169]

I will give them a call.

One thing I forgot to mention in my last post. When I asked the dealer about the extra features of the 2630/3030, he said the thing he thought was the most beneficial are the telescoping 3PH arms. Can't those be replaced on the 7800 with the parts from a 2630/3030 (for not a lot of money)? Thanks.

Dave

Just took a look at the Kioti site, I guess they are heavier! And longer, are they really almost 2 feet longer than the 7800? That wouldn't be very helpful in the woods.

 

[IslandTractor]

And longer, are they really almost 2 feet longer than the 7800? That wouldn't be very helpful in the woods.

It is not 2 feet longer. The Kioti spec includes the 3PT hitch while Kubota does not include that. CK30 is 122inches with hitch and Kubota 99 without. I suppose the hitch may add 10-12 inches at least so the Kioti may be bigger but not by that much.

The CK30 is however much heavier. 3000lbs vs 1800. In ground engaging or FEL operations that would generally be an advantage for the CK30. In mowing the weight is pretty clearly an advantage for the Kubota.

They are both great tractors and each in it's own way is a great value.

 

[stretch_169]

I just got the dealer to agree to same price for the 2630 as the 7800. So, 4 more hp or all the extra features of the 2630?

 

[crazyal]

Dave

I'm a little behind you in making the choice on what size tractor would be right for me. I'm leaning towards the b7800, just think the price can't be beat. I'm not sure about the 7610 but the center PTO is an option (thought I read it was standard if you got the foldable ROPS) but it's something I would put on my list of must have options. If you ever decide that you want a front mount blower for the snow I think you'll need it.

My friend with a 7800 didn't get it and went with a 3pt blower and boy will it throw snow. This thing will put wet snow 50 feet into the woods. But driving backwards was a turn off. I guess if you have a straight driveway it wouldn't be a problem but mine is about a 1/2 mile long with twists and turns. If you're like me you have waited and learned as much as you can because the tractor you buy should be with you for many years.

 

[ChuckinNH]

If you are thinking about front mounted attachments at all, you might want to consider that the B2630 / B3030 have a much nicer quick attach than the B7800, and also have a 72" front mounted blade available that is not listed with the B7800, or B7610 though I think the shape of the quick attach is the same. It's the way the mount goes on the tractor that is different. The BX series, B75xx, and now Bxx30 series all mount the same way. The B7800 uses a different subframe that looks more difficult to install though users may have a different perspective on that.