First Tractor- HELP ME!!!

joe5986 · May 10, 2012

After trolling these parts for quite some time, and debating whether or not to buy a ZTM or a tractor, i have decided to go for a tractor. Been having some trouble finding the right people to talk to for good hoenst reviews, but it really looks like this is the place.

I own 12 acres and would like to use a tractor to load/haul wood and rock, do some light grading, mow my 5 acres of grass, and for snow removal purposes. I assume i'll need a loader, a mower deck, 5 ft. blade, and a ballast box.

Been looking at JD (1023 & 1026) and Kubotas (BX2360, BX2660) and quotes for these ones with all my implements are aroound 15k. not sure what else is out there but should i be looking at other tractors? I have never owned a tractor before so i want to do this the right way.

I appreciate any/all help that you guys can give me here... thanks again!

dodge man · May 10, 2012

Its just me, but I think you are looking at the right tractors. Those are the two I would be looking at. A little bigger tractor would be O.K. also, such as a Kobota B series, but it will cost more also. I own a Kubota, but would be really happy with a J.D. also. J.D. and Kubota are also the only two makes that I can by local in my town. There plenty of other makes that people on the forum are loyal to, but it just depends on what is available to you and how good of a dealer they are.

Petroman1 · May 10, 2012

Before I bought my tractor I was looking at the 2305. When I went to the dealer he showed me the 2520. I thought that was too much tractor for what I needed. After a week of going back and forth I decided to go with the 2520! It was the right decision for me. It turns on a dime, mows great, no problem with a 5' box blade. It has met or exceeded all of my expatations.:thumbsup: Test drive the ones you are considering at the same time. If you wait a day or two that is too much time in between. IMO.
Good Luck!

Martian · May 10, 2012

I'll get barked at for posting this, but I don't care:

If your in the market for a SCUT (what you've listed and what I believe you will require) the JD 1 series is by far the most comfortable SCUT in the market. Yes, they do come with a slight premium over some of the competition, but they offer a lot more features currently. If I was in the market for a SCUT right now, I my bias aside, there is no way I would even consider another than the 1026R.

With that said, I'm not saying that you wouldn't be happy with the Kubota (or other) model tractor, I just think you would be HAPPIEST with the 1026R. Still do your due diligence, but I'm just saying where my money is at. The 1 series is just the latest thing to the market, other manufacturers will trump Deere eventually, but right now, they lead the pack by a long shot.

murphy1244 · May 10, 2012

Welcome to TBN, I agree with the new JD can't be beat..

flusher · May 10, 2012

Mahindra Max series has just hit the dealer's lots. Check them out. You may be able to get a better $15K deal.

Mahindra Max 22 4WD HST - Mahindra Tractors - Heavy Duty, Value Packed Tractors. Built Tough to Last with a 5 year Warranty

PossumHound · May 10, 2012

:welcome:

Jesse masterson · May 11, 2012

Look at the kioti , you will be pleasantly surprised . Hard to beat for value I have a dk 45 with rhino backhoe and this thing is impressive

murphy1244 · May 11, 2012

Jesse masterson said:
Look at the kioti , you will be pleasantly surprised . Hard to beat for value I have a dk 45 with rhino backhoe and this thing is impressive

He is looking for a sub-cut with a MMM, Kioti does not make one .

Tompet · May 11, 2012

The op wrote he does not know what else is out there and he wants to do this the right way. He did not write he was only looking for a scut, but that is what models were quoted.

Anyway, with 12 acres and the tasks outlined the op should at least consider the next frame size up to a small CUT. Kubota B2320, 2620 or 2920 with their floating mmm, (possibly a B3200 but it is a ground engaging mmm). Or the JD 2320, 2520, Mahindra etc.
The new Massey Ferguson 1526 would be a very nice fit for what the op outlined.

I have done the trade up routine, so yes, I agree with the op that at this stage he should be looking at other tractor sizes and brands before he makes a final decision.