PURCHASE TIME KUBOTA/NEW HOLLAND

[Ryang]

I have narrowered it down to a MX5000 4x4 with a LB702 FEL or a New Holland TC48DA 4x4 with a 18LA FEL. They are both in the same price range. I will be primarily using the tractor for field mowing with a 6ft bush hog. I currently own a L3400, but it's time to upgrade. I'm hoping for some good feedback.

Thanks
Ryan

 

[FamilyFarm]

I have a friend who owns a 1978 equivalent of the MX5000. He's never had a problem with it, brags on it just like I would brag on mine. Of course, you are asking in a Kubota forum. I have never owned a NH. We're all different, but I just hate the looks of those white wheels set against that so-so blue. I never even drove one before buying my first Kubota. I would have in spite of the color, but every person I know that owns Kubota has been pleased and that goes back to a friend that bought one around 1976-77. It's just hard to argue with success and now I have 4 years success of my own to prove it. So now I have two Kubotas! Best wishes in your search and for sure, buy the NH if it fits your needs best.
Terry
ps . . . better yet, move up to the Kubota M5040 - very, very nice!!

 

[Ryang]

Terry, thanks for the advise. I really like my L3400, but I just need something bigger. I've been quoted $22450.00 for the MX5000 with the LB702 FEL R4 tires & a set of remotes. For the M5040 I was quoted around $4000.00 more and I don't think for the same power I can justify it. I posted under the New Hollan forum as well and am waiting for some replies.

Thanks again

Ryan

 

[Qubota]

Ryan,

I am new to this formum and also a new Kubota owner. I looked at NH before purchasing my Kubota, in fact the dealer also sold NH. For me I like how the Kubota felt. I did not like the position of the Hi/Low range selector on the NH (under the seat), it did not seem very convienent. There were also other minor and I emphasize minor details that steered me more to the Kubota. Both tractors I am sure will do you job fine. The small differnces made the decision for me. Just drive both and whichever feels the best to you.

Quenton

 

[Ryang]

Thanks Quenton, I will take another look at that today on the NH. All bet you get a lot done on that 7040?

Ryan

 

[Qubota]

The 7040 has worked out really nice for me so far. I have moved about 100 yards of dirt and clay with the front end loader for a building pad I am starting and I have also mowed using a 15' batwing mower. You really feel like you get something done with that mower. Good luck with your shopping. That was as much fun for me as owning the tractor is.

 

[rayc45]

I have narrowered it down to a MX5000 4x4 with a LB702 FEL or a New Holland TC48DA 4x4 with a 18LA FEL. They are both in the same price range. I will be primarily using the tractor for field mowing with a 6ft bush hog. I currently own a L3400, but it's time to upgrade. I'm hoping for some good feedback.

Thanks
Ryan

Buy the Kubota. I owned the NH 48 and did not like it. Too light in back. Very unstable.

 

[Ryang]

I'm pretty sure I will be sticking with Kubota, but I'm now looking at the MX5000 or the M57. I'm not sure if I need that much power, because I only have 5 acres, but I'm starting to do more mowing jobs and some of the jobs are pretty big. I will be adding 4x4 and a FEL along with R4 tires filled for the extra weight. Thanks for everone's opion.

Ryan