Recommended Tractor for 4.5 acres

[Honey Badger 2828]

John deere 9series. Probably go with duals all around. Maybe triples if you mow a lot

My kind of dude… overkill is underrated.

 

[PreacherM]

You won't regret going with the B series vs BX. However, it sounds like you'd be fine with the BX for your intended uses.

 

[Eagle1]

Seriously, 4.5 acres in Kansas (mostly flat I assume) any of the sub compacts will do what you need within reason. The little tractors like the BX are quite capable but you have smaller loader and lift, less side to side stability and less weight. They will do a ton work once you learn their limit and don't pretend it is big tractor. I have 4500 hours on mine and moves dirt and rocks all the time. It small nimble and fits into 4 foot spaces. I like the belly mower for areas my Z turns don't like or when I want gather up some bedding for the rabbits. I will mow serious slopes and knee high grass with few complaints. The 3 point will handle anything for it's class but sometimes I've had to fix implement to get them low enough for the short BX.

The next size up (B series, etc) increases hydraulic power, weight and stability. Will handle some bigger tools and you might see over the weeds instead of into them as you brush hog. It will not be as nimble nor will it go through a 4 foot gate but will gain a ground clearance and bigger tires. The little BX tires and short wheel base will beat you on rough ground and it worse with loader full. The bigger loader will move more and lift heavier things. Don't know about a belly mower but it will sure pull any type of 3 point mower you want (in the right sizes of course).

 

[Jchonline]

Weight = work for ground engaging tasks. The lighter the machine, the harder it is to get an implement into the ground or move things.

I would not go smaller than a Kubota B series (or JD 2 series) or equivalent. I am also not a fan of flail mowers...300 moving parts vs 50 on a rotary cutter. Just more to break. Personal preference here.

How much dirt needs to be moved?

 

[Jchonline]

I’ll take a look at those as well. I’d be lying if country of origin wasn’t a concern of mine though. Thanks for the recommendation!

Thanks for the models, I’ll have to see if there’s a dealer near me.

I think his is a 30 horse model. I didn’t look that high up the range because we never really used it to it’s capability, I always thought it was too much tractor for the land. I’m quickly seeing that was the wrong assumption. Unfortunately, $25k is already towards the top of my price range, so I don’t know that I could go much bigger unless some of the other brands are considerably cheaper.

Thanks for the advice.

They probably are cheaper. If you have good dealers around for these other brands (by that I mean they have been in business over 10 years selling the same brand (not 5 different brands) and have a good reputation then I see no reason not to consider them. Demo, see what you think.

Personally I am right with ya, but dealer and parts support are more important to me than country of origin.

I would also personally recommend you stay away from rebranded machines. Bobcat, RK, Bad boy...the list goes on. Just get the original mfg version (LS, TYM, etc).

 

[Jchonline]

Hello! I’m under contract on a house with about 4.5 acres (1.1 ac wooded) and would like some opinions.

Most of the property is grassland, so mowing would be the most frequent usage. It has a 300’ dirt driveway and the property needs some grading and dirt work near the foundation, so I’d like a box blade. After the initial grading, the box blade usage will be seasonal for driveway maintenance.

The current owner is using a zero turn mower, but about an acre of the property is severely overgrown. I’d prefer a fail mower to a brush hog for maneuverability.

It also has a hobby farm set up that we’ll continue to use, so the loader will be handy.

It’s in Kansas, so some snow, but not in huge quantities… usually.

I was originally looking at the Kubota BX2380 and Deere 1025R. I’m leaning to Kubota, but it looks like I can get a B2301 for only $1000 more.

This will be my first tractor, but I often used my dad’s Deere 4310 when I was in high school on about the same amount of land. He lives in a state with a lot of snow, so it’s mostly used as a plow.

Are there any other contenders I should look at? And is the B01 worth the price jump over the BX?

Thanks!

You didnt say what hobby you will be partaking in on the farm? I hope its not just mowing grass! I am asking as things like hay bales , tilling, plowing could have an impact on choice.

 

[jeff9366]

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[Yander]

Since you asked, my short list would be... in order of preference, Yanmar SA425 or SA324, Kubota, Massey Ferguson. Others will say it is all about the dealer, I would say it is all about the company that makes it. Now, that said, there are a lot of other great tractors out there. As far as BX vs B, night and day difference in capability due to weight, ground clearance, lift etc.

You could sufficiently maintain your 5 acres on the BX and I don't know the price differential without looking but I would pay at least another $4k for the B.

You can get a Yanmar SA425 for $20k it will outlift your B or your BX or your 1025R. It will be made by Yanmar and it will come with a 10yr warranty (Pwr train). It will also out lift the JD 2025r if that matters to you. Yanmar loads all of their tires.

 

[jeff9366]

Y'all need to remember that Kubota now has a large manufacturing plant and its Western USA parts depot in Lenaxa, Kansas. The OP is in Kansas.

 

[Yander]

Y'all need to remember that Kubota now has a manufacturing plant and its West Coast parts depot in Lenaxa, Kansas. The OP is in Kansas.

I live 30 minutes from the Honda plant in Marysville Ohio and I don't drive a Honda. That would not be a factor for me at all. Even the parts depot, my expectation would be that a reputable dealer would get parts regardless of where they are manufactured. I do, however, like Kubota but I think the OP will find that he may run into inventory issues with Kubota right now. I did.