LX3310 vs L3301

[jwstewar]

I sold my New Holland last week and now looking at a new tractor. I can't go up in size too much because of getting in and cleaning the barns out. Will be using it for general tractor work, bush hogging, and cleaning barns. Just bought a new zero turn to take over the daily mowing activities.

I think I've narrowed it down to 2 choices. One is the LX3310 - dealer has it still sitting in the crate - just came in Friday. He has R14 tires for it. Then I'm looking at a L3301. He has a couple, but they've been there for a bit, I would give it a score of 9 out of 10. But he does not have the R14 tires and doesn't have a set of used tires for me to use until he can get them. Unfortunately, I can't wait until September for the tractor. The barn will need cleaned and the goats will need hay before then.

Other than 2 HP and 800 pounds, the LX is equal to or "out-specs" the L.

	LX	L
Cylinders	4	3
HP	30.8	33
Length	101.2	107.9
Width	53.7	55.1
Height	88.4	91.7
Wheelbase	65.6	63.3
Ground Clearance	14.6	13.4
Weight	1918	2778
3pt	2139	1985
3pt 24" back	1676	1433
Loader capacity	1067	1082

I was originally leaning toward the LX - worried about size in the barn. My wife didn't think it seem too big, so she said, why not get the bigger. So I told the dealer to go ahead with the L, but I'm kind of second guessing myself and wondering if I should go with the LX. Also the LX is a new design vs. the L seems to be a bit "older" - which can be good or bad.

 

[Mat4644]

Also just got rid of a New Holland and bought an LX2610. Looked at the L2601 also. Since I wanted it more for farmers market garden and mowing and a little less footprint and better maneuverability for me the LX was better. The LX 2610 is almost a 100% relabeled B2650 so nothing new. The LX3310 got a newly redesigned engine to correct emissions related issues with large B 30hp. The loader on the L is much more substantial than the LX.

 

[jwstewar]

Also just got rid of a New Holland and bought an LX2610. Looked at the L2601 also. Since I wanted it more for farmers market garden and mowing and a little less footprint and better maneuverability for me the LX was better. The LX 2610 is almost a 100% relabeled B2650 so nothing new. The LX3310 got a newly redesigned engine to correct emissions related issues with large B 30hp. The loader on the L is much more substantial than the LX.

Looks beefier, but "Spec'd" is only 15 pounds more. And I wonder if the L is conservative rated and the LX is going after the "number" chasers.

 

[Mat4644]

Yes the L loader is so much more metal and wider it's got to hold up better and a larger safety factor with heavy loads. I also have a L4330 with loader to handle the big stuff. Just bought 290# forks that can handle 3500# and can use on both.

 

[Mat4644]

Forgot to mention the tilt steering on the LX. Both of us are older and the tilt steering and nearly flat center hump make getting on an off easier and safer than the small Ls. This alone convinced my wife. So far 25 hours and two thumbs up. Handles 60 inch finish mower, 50 inch tiller, 4 and 5 foot rotary cutters well.

 

[SDT]

I sold my New Holland last week and now looking at a new tractor. I can't go up in size too much because of getting in and cleaning the barns out. Will be using it for general tractor work, bush hogging, and cleaning barns. Just bought a new zero turn to take over the daily mowing activities.

I think I've narrowed it down to 2 choices. One is the LX3310 - dealer has it still sitting in the crate - just came in Friday. He has R14 tires for it. Then I'm looking at a L3301. He has a couple, but they've been there for a bit, I would give it a score of 9 out of 10. But he does not have the R14 tires and doesn't have a set of used tires for me to use until he can get them. Unfortunately, I can't wait until September for the tractor. The barn will need cleaned and the goats will need hay before then.

Other than 2 HP and 800 pounds, the LX is equal to or "out-specs" the L.

	LX	L
Cylinders	4	3
HP	30.8	33
Length	101.2	107.9
Width	53.7	55.1
Height	88.4	91.7
Wheelbase	65.6	63.3
Ground Clearance	14.6	13.4
Weight	1918	2778
3pt	2139	1985
3pt 24" back	1676	1433
Loader capacity	1067	1082

I was originally leaning toward the LX - worried about size in the barn. My wife didn't think it seem too big, so she said, why not get the bigger. So I told the dealer to go ahead with the L, but I'm kind of second guessing myself and wondering if I should go with the LX. Also the LX is a new design vs. the L seems to be a bit "older" - which can be good or bad.

The LX is one of Kubota's "deluxe" models and is equipped with features not found on the L3301. PTO HP of the LX is actually a bit more than that of the 3301 but will seem considerably more because the engine is hauling around 800 Lbs. less weight.

The LX3310 replaces the B3350. The engine is the same aside from the fuel and emissions systems. Aside from a couple of improvements/modifications, the 3310 is not a new design.

Depends upon your uses and preferences.

SDT

 

[jeff9366]

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LX3301 has a mid-PTO standard, which is not available on the L3301.

Engine displacement on LX3301 is 91.5 cu inches, 30.8 gross hp @ 2,500 rpm.
Engine displacement on L3301 is 111.4 cu inches, 33.0 gross hp @ 2,700 rpm
Not much difference between the two, though I personally slightly favor Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engines over small displacement four cylinders. I have owned both.

I sold my New Holland last week and now looking at a new tractor. I can't go up in size too much because of getting in and cleaning the barns out.

I think I've narrowed it down to 2 choices.

One is the LX3310 - dealer has it sitting in the crate - just came in Friday. He has R14 tires for it.

Then I'm looking at a L3301. He has a couple, but they've been there for a bit. But he does not have the R14 tires and doesn't have a set of used tires for me to use until he can get them.

I can't wait until September for the tractor. The barn will need cleaned and the goats will need hay before then.

New Kubota tractors ship from Kubota manufacturing and assembly plants in Georgia, hard hit by Covid-19. Kubota plants were all shut down for awhile, now operating below capacity.

Corona virus is spreading rapidly in Georgia. No dealer can forecast supply/delivery of new tractors at this time. Supply of new tractors liable to get worse before it gets better. All brands, not just Kubota.

Wheels and tires are provided to Kubota by Titan International, further complicating supply. Wheels and tires are almost the only parts Kubota does not supply from Kubota plants.

 

[jwstewar]

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LX3301 has a mid-PTO standard, which is not available on the L3301.

Engine displacement on LX3301 is 91.5 cu inches, 30.8 gross hp @ 2,500 rpm.
Engine displacement on L3301 is 111.4 cu inches, 33.0 gross hp @ 2,700 rpm
Not much difference between the two, though I personally slightly favor Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engines over small displacement four cylinders. I have owned both.





New Kubota tractors ship from Kubota manufacturing and assembly plants in Georgia, hard hit by Covid-19. Kubota plants were all shut down for awhile, now operating below capacity.

Corona virus is spreading rapidly in Georgia. No dealer can forecast supply/delivery of new tractors at this time. Supply of new tractors liable to get worse before it gets better. All brands, not just Kubota.

Wheels and tires are provided to Kubota by Titan International, further complicating supply. Wheels and tires are almost the only parts Kubota does not supply from Kubota plants.

The R14s are coming from Goodyear and are Kubota exclusives at this point.

 

[SDT]

The R14s are coming from Goodyear and are Kubota exclusives at this point.

It appears that R-14T tirers are no longer exclusive to Kubota.

Recently, I saw a new JD with R-14Ts.

SDT

 

[RickB]

The R14s are coming from Goodyear and are Kubota exclusives at this point.

Titan owns the Goodyear farm tire line.

 

[SDT]

VIDEO: *New* Kubota LX261? | LX331? Tractors - Series Overview - YouTube

LX3301 has a mid-PTO standard, which is not available on the L3301.

Engine displacement on LX3301 is 91.5 cu inches, 30.8 gross hp @ 2,500 rpm.
Engine displacement on L3301 is 111.4 cu inches, 33.0 gross hp @ 2,700 rpm
Not much difference between the two, though I personally slightly favor Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engines over small displacement four cylinders. I have owned both.





New Kubota tractors ship from Kubota manufacturing and assembly plants in Georgia, hard hit by Covid-19. Kubota plants were all shut down for awhile, now operating below capacity.

Corona virus is spreading rapidly in Georgia. No dealer can forecast supply/delivery of new tractors at this time. Supply of new tractors liable to get worse before it gets better. All brands, not just Kubota.

Wheels and tires are provided to Kubota by Titan International, further complicating supply. Wheels and tires are almost the only parts Kubota does not supply from Kubota plants.

The three cylinder engine in the L3301 is naturally aspirated and is rated at 26.2 PTO HP with HST.

The four cylinder engine in LX3310 is rated at 27 PTO HP. It is turbocharged and also smoother.

But for tractor weight, a wash.

SDT

 

[TMGT]

Don't forget theres a 10in difference in loader lift height if that's important to what you need.
Also that changes the lift specs comparison a little since they are rated to full height on the lift.

Now the lack of 3pt capacity on the L is a little annoying compared to the LX

 

[jwstewar]

You guys are all giving good information, but not helping much:laughing:

I keep going back and forth on this. There are advantages to both. I like the LX - features, specs, & size but I like the weight of the L.

 

[jwstewar]

Just spoke to the dealer. I think I will be staying with the L. He told me he was able to get the R14s ordered and they should be here this week and I should have a tractor by the end of the week.

 

[rodneyn]

If you have chance to purchase tractor with turbo do it if you plan to keep up good maintenance. The extra torque curve produced makes that tractor seem like 50 hp unit. However in the cold of winter plan on running 0w-40 oil to protect the turbo. More TLC required but the torque curve makes it tough machine. Best of luck on your choice make sure your dealer is worthy of your business regarding after sales service. Hit miss with dealers difficult keeping good technicians on staff.

 

[_RaT_]

Thanks for bringing this up Jim. I am also looking at these two Kubota tractors. I have had a number of Kubota's from a L5XXX can't remember now what the last 3 digits were, L48, L3830 HST, L3940 HST. My favorite was the L3830 HST. Everything about it was dialed in. My only complaint and it is pretty small about the L3301 is the brake pedals on the same side as the HST pedal. It forces me to use cruise control to use individual braking. Interestingly, the 4701 has the brake pedals on the other side. I am curious if you have used the PTO specifically for a mower and if so what size/type?
Anything else you might add is a bonus for me. I will add a 3rd function valve for a grapple on the loader. The L3940 has it and it is perhaps the most amazing work saver I have ever used. I have made burn piles as big as 10 VW bugs with it. Really want to try out the R14's as well.

 

[_RaT_]

Oops, forgot to mention this one. 3 cylinder beast. Had two rear PTO's at different speeds.

 

[_RaT_]

The three cylinder engine in the L3301 is naturally aspirated and is rated at 26.2 PTO HP with HST.

The four cylinder engine in LX3310 is rated at 27 PTO HP. It is turbocharged and also smoother.

But for tractor weight, a wash.

SDT

I don't see it being turbocharged and it is still indirect injected.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

Oops, forgot to mention this one. 3 cylinder beast. Had two rear PTO's at different speeds.

Man... I grew up running an International 444. Those are such great tractors. Thanks for the memories!

 

[_RaT_]

The 454D I had was a 3 cylinder diesel and it had so much power I could run a 84" mower on the high PTO (1000 RPM I think) at just above idle and it breezed through everything but the tallest weeds. Mower was a 540 and thus the reason for the slow engine speed.