JD790 vs Kubota B3350

plastikosmd · Feb 26, 2022

Between a basic JD or a lemon

I would not spend money money on a known problem

Jstpssng · Feb 26, 2022

I'm a Kubota fan, but why even take a chance on a machine which is possibly the worst they've ever made? The 790 on the other hand is a good tractor... although a bit small for my needs. Yet I would rather have a machine that I trust, and can work around the smaller size.

Wow, prices have gone up since I was shopping about 3 1/2 years ago!

Emptypocketfarms · Feb 26, 2022

Thanks guys , after consideration, I have decided to run away from the 3350, Still not sure about going with the 790, i may just look a little bit longer.

And yes, prices are crazy right now, just like everything else I suppose. Gotta blame it on covid i guess

Emptypocketfarms · Feb 26, 2022

Btw, THANK YOU!!! for all of the input, I’m sure I’ll be back for more!!!

Jchonline · Feb 28, 2022

Under no circumstances should you buy a B3350. The dealer should be ashamed for even attempting to sell that tractor. My dealer refused to sell them long before Kubota did.

blehmann · Feb 28, 2022

Use a little logic in this situation. Consider that the regen system has already failed at 500 hours. Do you want a tractor with this known issue? I ran a business with a fleet of Kenworth truck tractors. The regen systems easily cost more than all other maintenance on those trucks. I'm talking tens of thousands of dollars in the first 200,000 miles of use.

I was about to go look at and probably buy a JD 790 a couple of weeks ago. It sold before I could get to the dealer. I wouldn't mind finding an older Kubota either. Just no tier 4 junk, please. I can't afford it.

jyoutz · Feb 28, 2022

blehmann said:
Use a little logic in this situation. Consider that the regen system has already failed at 500 hours. Do you want a tractor with this known issue? I ran a business with a fleet of Kenworth truck tractors. The regen systems easily cost more than all other maintenance on those trucks. I'm talking tens of thousands of dollars in the first 200,000 miles of use.

I was about to go look at and probably buy a JD 790 a couple of weeks ago. It sold before I could get to the dealer. I wouldn't mind finding an older Kubota either. Just no tier 4 junk, please. I can't afford it.

Most of us have no problems with tier 4 tractors. The 3350 is a known lemon.

blehmann · Feb 28, 2022

jyoutz said:
Most of us have no problems with tier 4 tractors. The 3350 is a known lemon.

Most of my small tractor work doesn't require running the engine at 1600 or 1800 rpms. I would have a problem with tier 4. Now, when I'm putting in crops with the big tractor, it's running 2200 rpm for hours on end. I have read about and watched videos that said to stay away from the 3350. Might be a good machine if there is a way to delete the tier 4 system.

Reddogs · Feb 28, 2022

Emptypocketfarms said:
Hey guys/gals, this is my first post. I’ve creeped for a long time, but have finally felt the need to ask for everyones help. I am looking into buying a 2014 Kubota B3350, I have read all of the horror stories concerning the Tier 4 regen system. So, here is my question, this particular tractor has 500 hours on it. And i am told that the regen system has been totally replaced/rebuilt (whatever they do). I know it WAS done at the kubota dealer under warranty. Since it now has just over 500 hours on it, is it safe to assume its working correctly? Or is there a way i can manually force it to regen when i test drive it on Monday? Please make any recommendations that you think may be helpful, and ill aswer all the questions that i can.
Thanks (a ton)in advance !!!!!
Please help and advise……..

Option #2- $14k - 2004 JD 790 4x4 , with loader.
No regen on the JD THAT IM AWARE OF, JD has 700 hrs, comes with 5 foot bush hog, 4WD, 60” quick attach bucket.

Option #1 - $16k- 2014 Kubota B3350 4x4, with loader,
comes WITH gen 4 regen, 500 hours, and a grapple hook attached to the 60” quick attach front bucket as well.

please impart some wisdom on me….. lol
Help if you can. All opinions are welcome!!!

The JD 790 is a solid machine, just check what the FEL, the 300 and 419 are the better ones versus the JD 70. At 14k, it should be and look in top shape, here is one with low hours.. https://www.tractorhouse.com/listing/for-sale/207683713/2002-john-deere-790-less-than-40-hp-tractors

The Kubota B3350 seems to have more with the grapple and of course stronger FEL.

nolewatcher · Feb 28, 2022

I have a JD790, and yes, the hydraulics came some weak. However there is a set of shims you can get to change the hydraulic pressure and thus boost the lift capacity.
The shim pack is from John Deere, part # AM875169. There are videos on YouTube that shows where these shims need to be put. [Under the seat, middle valve]. I recommend the JD790.