New ZD's for 2007 ???

[JLoaf]

I heard that Kubota is re-designing the ZD's for 07.
Anyone know anything about that????

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

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[JLoaf]

Ok, I'll whisper - I hear that Kubota is re-designing the ZD's for 07.
Is it true or not?
If so - what will be new?
And if so - maybe I can get a deal on a current model?

 

[SkyPup]

It would be difficult to create a better mowing machine than the current ZD's!

 

[littlediesel]

The Kubota factory rep told me the ZD mowers have some enhancements such as: more HP and pedal activated hydraulic mower deck lift.

Jon.

 

[JLoaf]

I've seen where a few manufacturers have come out with a 66" deck.
I think that would be a good addition to Kubota's line-up.
It would seem to be a good fit for the ZD25?

 

[marrt]

Also, the hydraulic problems on the ZD-28 that some were experiencing (stalling on hills, etc) are supposed to be fixed.

 

[Wall]

The ZD has had some transmission troubles that they are suppose to resolve. I was told that they use the same Trans. in both the ZG and ZD and it is just not heavy enough for the weight of the ZD causing transmission failures

 

[SkyPup]

Our ZD-21 only has 375 hours on it in during two years of severe heavy duty operation, but it has been flawless to date.

I have not heard about the transmission failures on the ZD series due to their heavy weight. Can you tell us more about the transmission design failures?

 

[MessickFarmEqu]

The ZG and ZD do not use the same tranny. Infact if you look at the sticker right on top of that you can clearly see that. Same design, yes - same pumps & motors - no.

Its never been my experience that these have lacked for power, and really its been a very good machine. You've gotta realize that Kubota has a very low tollerence for failure with their machines, and we have done work on a higher % of ZD's than we have on the other products. Not major stuff, for us its been mosty the o-rings around the axles.

 

[SkyPup]

As far as I am concerned, about the only improvement they could make would be to put some shock absorbers on the rear axles to tame the rough ride when you are mowing at high speed!

 

[JLoaf]

I used a freind's Grasshopper mower with an out-front deck and it rides like a dream compared to a ZD21. The ZD25 & 28 have about 4" more wheel base than the 21 - I'm guessing that gives a little better ride?
Hustler mowers have flexing front castors and the word is they really provide a great ride - I'd like to try it.
Maybe Kubota will have some ride improvements for 2007?

 

[Hootie]

I emailed Kubota and this is the response I received:



Dear Sir:

Regarding your inquiry below, new product information cannot be disclosed until the product is introduced. All I can say at this time is that there are improvements being made to the ZD-series. New product brochures will be available the end of this year/first of next year--please contact your nearest dealer, so that they may provide you the information upon availability. Thank you for your interest in Kubota!

Your Original Inquiry:

What changes are being made to the ZD series?