Kioti vs Kubota

[Anonymous Poster]

Simply...which one is better?

 

[DK35vince]

Can't say if one is better than the other..
But I can say I have a Kioti DK 35 with 50 hours so far and it is great.
I would definitely buy this tractor again!!!

 

[cchoate]

I'm semi-new to this forum, but have researched tractors for the past 2 years and finally purchased a kubota 7500. The only serious considerations went to the other big boys - deere and NH. Cub Cadet makes a nice compact but my jaw hit the floor when I saw the price (the most expensive of everybody by far). I'll admit I didn't give Kioti much consideration because I don't know their reputation. Orange, green and blue all have local dealers around me whom I've gotten to know and mostly trust. Buy from a dealer that has a good service history. Just my 2 cents.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

Simply, this is a question that need not even be asked- clearly Kubota! Don't be confused by similar color and appearances.

 

[B7500]

Wow, that is interesting and part of my confusion. I really don't see much discussion on KIOTI and tons of good things to say about Kubota. Yet, I have a good friend in IL. that says there is no comparison for quality, features and just "more bang for the buck" that KIOTI has over orange. I wan't and need my new toy now with just purchased 5 acres but I hate wishing I would have bought the "other" one.
Thanks for your input.

 

[Anonymous Poster]

You need to check out both! If the most bang for the buck is your idea of the best deal then GO Kioti. If you want/have to have a hydro and/or a belly mower GO Kubota. I have talked to enough dealers and owners of Kioti's to tell you that they are a well built/tough tractor that is hard to beat for the money. They have some features standard that the others charge extra for. Parts for Kioti's are easy to get if they aren't in stock at the dealer they can order them and usually have them within a few days.

BTW I really don't believe you can go wrong with most of the brands out there it all comes down to personal preference and how well you like the dealer and his reputation.
Oh yeah and of course price.
BTI

 

[dmuench]

Depends on your requirements, I'd say.. Like BTI said, if you need HST or a mid mower, go Kubota because Kioti doesn't offer that (though they will offer HST in the fall I hear). Otherwise, keep an open mind.. I was leaning towards JD or Kubota, but now I am pretty sure I'll be getting a Kioti DK40.. Kubota and JD don't seem to make a comparable tractor for the money, or for any amount of money.. The Kioti's outweigh the others, and the DK40's front end loader can lift 2100-2500 lbs depending on which FEL you get. Outstanding..

Just MHO.. I'm currently borrowing a JD 4200 HST and it's a great tractor. But when I plunk down my own cash, I want the most bang for my buck.

 

[tdenny]

I certainly don't qualify as an expert but I don't believe that Kioti makes a hydrostat drive and their dealer network is very small in comparison. I researched that brand (Kioti) and read many good things about them. I had decided to purchase the Kubota and ended up with a Deere (another story) and pay a little extra. For me however the Kioti would not have been cheaper since there are no dealers out west.

 

[TBone]

I have looked at the Kiotis but have never driven one. They look like pretty good tractors but in my area there are no quality dealers - NONE and the resale on them is non-existent.

In comparison there are two well established Kubota dealers close by and used Kubotas sell like hotcakes. They are usually so overpriced I wouldn't consider buying one but they go fast.

There may be a time when an honest comparison can be made between the two but the time is not now.

TBone

 

[robertm]

Tawoo,
Been there, done that! A simple suggestion is to look at your long term goals, too. Will versatility be something that plays in the future? What brand do you most readily see around your area? What is the typical use of tractors that size in your area? I see a ton more Kubotas in my local, as 99% of them are used in nurseries, or by landscaping outfits. I really considered Deere, until I thought that my best chance to sell a used CUT in my area (when and if I upgrade, or if my needs change) will be if its the original ORANGE (Kubota). I talked to many operators/owners locally, and without hesitation, they responded KUBOTA! Not looking to sway you here, just food for thought. If you have a reputable Kioti dealer/service near you, and feel comfortable, then go for it. If you feel resale will not be an option, then go for it. Let me just say, I said that they'd put me in the ground in 70 years with m B7500, but now I'm not so sure... I think a B2410 or 2710 my look better! It's just the fever. Never say you'll get another tractor after this one... it's just something we do.

 

[BTI]

Tbone said "They look like pretty good tractors but <font color=blue> in my area</font color=blue> there are no quality dealers - NONE and the resale on them is non-existent."

So that means it depends on your area.
Don't judge all dealers by your experience!

I know of alot of quality Kioti dealers.

At the same time I know some pretty bad "Big 3" Dealers

You can't say they are ALL bad just because the ones in your area don't live up to your standards.

Non-existant resale value: If I were you I'd have bought a Kioti (in your area of course) since they are so under-valued you should have been able to get an awful nice tractor for a darn good price.

BTI

 

[ByuBill]

<font color=blue>tdenny</font color=blue>

<font color=blue>For me however the Kioti would not have been cheaper since there are no dealers out west.</font color=blue>

I looked at your profile and it says that you are in the Seatle Wa area. Here is a Kioti Dealer within 60 miles of Seatle.

<font color=red> Sphere Enterprises
Address 1008 W ROANOKE ST
CENTRALIA WA 98531
Phone 360-736-8850 </font color=red>

From where I sit, here in NC, I would say that, that is 'out west'.

 

[B7500]

Thanks BTI 2 Hydro and a belly mower is a must. You just made up my mind. Equity loan here I go.....

 

[TBone]

<font color=blue>"So that means it depends on your area."</font color=blue>

That's exactly what it means.

<font color=blue>"Don't judge all dealers by your experience!"</font color=blue>

I didn't, only the dealers I am familiar with.

<font color=blue>I know of alot of quality Kioti dealers."</font color=blue>

Don't judge all dealers by your experience!"


<font color=blue>"At the same time I know some pretty bad "Big 3" Dealers"</font color=blue>

So do I

<font color=blue>"You can't say they are ALL bad just because the ones in your area don't live up to your standards."</font color=blue>

I'm not, I'm just saying that I would not buy from the ones I am familiar with, period.

<font color=blue>"Non-existant resale value: If I were you I'd have bought a Kioti (in your area of course) since they are so under-valued you should have been able to get an awful nice tractor for a darn good price."</font color=blue>

I didn't say they were <font color=blue>under-valued</font color=blue>. I said the resale on them was non-existent.

I didn't mean that Kiotis are the Yugos of the tractor world. Yugos have a reputation as a piece of junk. In my area Kiotis don't have much of a reputation at all since there are none (to speak of) being sold.

TBone

 

[tdenny]

ByuBill,

Touche.

When I looked for dealers via the web I did not find the one you have brought to my attention. It's even closer than the 60 miles since I'm a good 20 miles south of Seattle (towards Centralia).

Yes, the source you have provided me is in fact "out west". In fact, you can't get more than 5-10 miles further west without running into salt water.

Now that you have pointed out my ignorance (at least where Kiotis's are concerned) - I've only seen 1 Kioti in my immediate (less than 60 miles) vicinity. I did alot of research on those machines - becauses they appeared to be very nice and it appeared you could get more for the money. In fact I wanted the same one that you have 3054 I think? I'm sure in the long run they will be the next Kubota - more dealers, great reputation, outstanding customer service, etc...Hopefully soon they'll make some hydros as well. They might actually make some and I'd be wrong once again. /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif

 

[ByuBill]

<font color=blue>Now that you have pointed out my ignorance (at least where Kiotis's are concerned)</font color=blue>

Opps, /w3tcompact/icons/blush.gif must be my wonderful way with words, or the lack thereof. I wasn't trying to point out anyone's ignorance. Just passing on a little info. Sorry if it looked that way.
As far as Kioti and hydros. /w3tcompact/icons/hmm.gif Well not yet but I understand that it won't be very long before they are on the market. Now that you mention it. I don't think that I've seen another Kioti around here except at the dealer lot. /w3tcompact/icons/hmm.gif I wonder where they are hiding at. The local dealer has sold a couple hundred of them. Ofcourse very few people ever see mine either. I see mostly MF's around here. I guess that being in the mountains they would be easy to hide. /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif Mahindra seems to have their eye on being #1 in the near future, if they don't fool around over there and get 'nuked'. LongAgribusiness has come out with their hydro's this year also. It is all in what suits the individual I suppose. I am not color blind when it comes to tractors but with autos, Xxxxxx is the only way to go. I just wish that they made one a little larger. /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif
(The auto name was Xed to avoid another war) /w3tcompact/icons/grin.gif

 

[tdenny]

ByuBill,

I was joking when I said that you pointed out my ignorance. I was not at all offended and I'm sorry I might have made it seem that way. Perhaps I'm the one with the wonderful way with words. You did pass on info and I can't believe I didn't find the Kioti dealer out here.

I'm not even going to touch that auto remark. /w3tcompact/icons/grin.gif

 

[Hawghauler]

From all I have read and seen both are of equally good quality. Both will definately break. Kioti's market is growing daily. I chose Kioti because it seemed to be a tougher rig to me. Expect people to defend their colors because they already put their money where their mouth is. Find the dealer you trust and you should find satisfaction. Expect salesmen to say what salesmen say. Try them both and decide for yourself.

 

[NIXON]

From all I have read and seen both are of equally good quality. Both will definately break. Kioti's market is growing daily. I chose Kioti because it seemed to be a tougher rig to me. Expect people to defend their colors because they already put their money where their mouth. Find the dealer you trust and you should find satisfaction. Expect salesmen to say what salesmen say. Try them both and decide for yourself.

Of course You do realize that You've answered an 8 year old post ,don't You ?
That kind of puts You in the LB category , He tends to do the same thing .

 

[Hawghauler]

Just chatting, offering free opinions which are worth what is paid for them.:laughing: