MX4800 vs MX5800

[Newby first timer]

New to tractors
I just ordered an MX4800.
The sales Lady told me it would be a Great fit for what I need it for.
Mostly loader and Backhoe use with very little PTO demand.

My question is what is the main difference between the MX4800 and the MX5800 if you are not seeking HP for the PTO.

This will be my first tractor and I need all the help I can get getting the right one.
I have looked on Youtube and all over the internet and I can not find any comparisons of these two Tractors.

Any advice

 

[firebird93]

pretty much same tractor except one is turbo and one isn't. if i remember correctly they even have same engine. i looked at both this spring.

 

[Newby first timer]

pretty much same tractor except one is turbo and one isn't. if i remember correctly they even have same engine. i looked at both this spring.

I know that what every you get it will never be big enough or powerful enough.



About the only PTO device I can think of using right now would be a Tiller way way in the future and maybe never.

That is my dilemma about the upgrade.

The Sales Lady informed me that I would not see much of a difference in the machines for what I am going to use it for but things change and I would hate to need it and not have it.

The extra $2000 plus added tax's and insurance just for 10 HP is a bit of a stretch for me but if it make a significant difference it my be worth the cost.

 

[jeff9366]

MX5800 has rigid, pin adjustable, telescoping Three Point Hitch stabilizers. Rigid, pin adjustable telescoping Three Point Hitch make mounting implements easier. Rigid stabilizers are heavier than turnbuckle stabilizers.
With rigid stabilizers you can PRUDENTLY push implements. Pushing is most often something you want to do with a Box Blade.

MX4800 has turnbuckle AKA "chain" stabilizers. You have to position the tractor precisely the correct distance from the implement in order for the Lower Link draw pins to attach the implement. If you try to push implements with turnbuckle stabilizers they will bend, break or do both. ((Ask me how I know.))

If you do not need the additional horsepower, do not buy into the complexity of a supercharger. I am sure you can purchase the rigid, pin adjustable, telescoping stabilizers from Kubota separate from a tractor.

MUCH MORE: kubota mx48 vs mx52 - Google Search

(MX5200 was predecessor to MX5800. Same kit.)

 

[newbury]

Welcome aboard!

Since you have not posted here - congratulations making the decision without input from TBN. If you can still add anything to the order I'd recommend trying to get the rigid, pin adjustable, telescoping stabilizers and make sure you have dual remotes and filled rear tires.

I've the turnbuckle setup on my B7610 and the telescoping stabilizers on my M4700 are FAR better.

 

[Newby first timer]

My first project is to dig a Leach field in my driveway at home in boulders with a little sand sprinkled around them.
I do not know if this machine will be big enough for the undertaking.

After the first project is finished I have a 36 acre piece of property in Northern Arizona with Solid rock to fluff dirt hilly with wash veins that I need to build bridges through and lots of trails to cut and then maintain to access all 36 acres. I also would like to dig a very large pond on the property.
For the things I would like to do I do not think a 25 HP tractor would work out very well

If I permanently move up there I will be a hobby farmer and have some livestock to take care of.

I just upgraded my order to the MX5800 for the extra HP if I ever need it.

The Sales Lady is a real sweetheart. She has put up with me going in and also calling to asking probably some pretty dumb questions. I could not wish for a better Sales Person.

I hope their customer service is just as good when I need them.

 

[MHarryE]

My first project is to dig a Leach field in my driveway at home in boulders with a little sand sprinkled around them.
I do not know if this machine will be big enough for the undertaking.

After the first project is finished I have a 36 acre piece of property in Northern Arizona with Solid rock to fluff dirt hilly with wash veins that I need to build bridges through and lots of trails to cut and then maintain to access all 36 acres. I also would like to dig a very large pond on the property.
For the things I would like to do I do not think a 25 HP tractor would work out very well

If I permanently move up there I will be a hobby farmer and have some livestock to take care of.

I just upgraded my order to the MX5800 for the extra HP if I ever need it.

The Sales Lady is a real sweetheart. She has put up with me going in and also calling to asking probably some pretty dumb questions. I could not wish for a better Sales Person.

I hope their customer service is just as good when I need them.

When you said Northern AZ I immediately thought high altitude and high altitude means serious power loss non-turbo.

 

[Code54]

Smart move - you won't regret it
Congrats!

 

[Newby first timer]

About 5400 ft.
Not to high but Who knows what will be in the future?
That is why I upgraded to the MX5800.

I need to be able to trailer it on my trailer and I think this would be the Heaviest that I can go on it.

 

[Newby first timer]

Just finished signing papers
Safety walk through on Thursday
and then Delivery