Time to upgrade to a Sub Compact

[pboerschlein]

Hi I have a JD X320 Rider and a Commercial 12 and Convertible CI Gravely, but Really would like to trade up from the X320 to something with a FEL, MMM and Backhoe. Im excited and have alot of questions. From what I have read this is a great forum and I look foward to learning more.
Thanks

Paul

 

[Muhammad]

Welcome to TBN.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Welcome to TBN!!! I would be looking at something along the lines of a BX...(SCUT)

 

[pboerschlein]

I like the slightly smaller size of the Kubota comapared to its capabilities. How well does it mow grass?

 

[Johndeere3720]

:welcome: to TBN! Yes, Kubota makes an excellent BX tractor which in your case you'd be looking at a BX25. Also, Deere will be introducing the 1026R in June which will have more features and comforts over the BX25 so that may be something worth looking into. :thumbsup:

 

[pboerschlein]

Would deere give me a better trade in on my x320? than a kubota dealer it only has 100 hrs on it

 

[Johndeere3720]

Would deere give me a better trade in on my x320? than a kubota dealer it only has 100 hrs on it

Deere may as it is one of their products so it will potentially be "more valuable". Deere hasnt released too much info out on the 1026R but i know that it has the drive over MMM, quick attach H120 FEL and the 260 backhoe along with fold-able ROPS, more lighting, deluxe suspension seat with arm rests, a tool box, tilt steering wheel, and the fuel tank has been moved to under the seat rather than up on the hood. :thumbsup:

 

[richamor]

The Kubota BX is the standard in the sub cut market, and the BX25 is the best bang-for-buck you'll find. A 25hp HST TLB with MMM for less than 20 grand. Independent rear and mid PTO. 4WD. Power steering. The 3pt hitch is a $200.00 extra though. 0% financing for 60 months. And it's a great shade of orange!
What's not to like

Although I would like to see Deere's new SCUT. if it ever comes out.

 

[Johndeere3720]

Although I would like to see Deere's new SCUT. if it ever comes out.

They were supposed to be released in March but some problems with them occured so it was pushed back to June.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Well, the BX works great for us. How is your yard? Flat? Hilly? Many obstacles?

 

[Johndeere3720]

Do you plan to operate in thick brush or potentially wooded areas because the BX has a rather vulnerable hydrostatic fan in the transmission made of plastic that can break easily. Yeah, its a $10 fan and Kubota has a "guard" there that is supposed to protect it but if you break the fins off the fan via a stick then it is a $600 repair by Kubota to fix as the fan is not accessible through the bottom of the tractor. I know this from experience, my neighbor's BX24 had it's fan destroyed and it is in need of a replacement which involves major tractor surgery. From what I know the 1026R and 1023E do not have a hydrostatic fan so you don't have to worry about any issues with them. :thumbsup: Kubota notified me that they are working on a solution for their hydrostatic fan for the BX26 whenever that comes out but that is due a long way off from today. I would be cautious with the hydrostatic fan, i have attached some pictures to give you an idea. The first is my neighbor's BX24's fan and the others are from another member here on TBN which shows his BX25 all apart so you can see what it takes to get to the fan. :confused2: I am not trying to bash Kubota, I like them as much as I like all the other brands, I just want you to be aware of a potential issue on the BX25, that's all.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

Do you plan to operate in thick brush or potentially wooded areas because the BX has a rather vulnerable hydrostatic fan in the transmission made of plastic that can break easily. Yeah, its a $10 fan and Kubota has a "guard" there that is supposed to protect it but if you break the fins off the fan via a stick then it is a $600 repair by Kubota to fix as the fan is not accessible through the bottom of the tractor. I know this from experience, my neighbor's BX24 had it's fan destroyed and it is in need of a replacement which involves major tractor surgery. From what I know the 1026R and 1023E do not have a hydrostatic fan so you don't have to worry about any issues with them. :thumbsup: Kubota notified me that they are working on a solution for their hydrostatic fan for the BX26 whenever that comes out but that is due a long way off from today. I would be cautious with the hydrostatic fan, i have attached some pictures to give you an idea. The first is my neighbor's BX24's fan and the others are from another member here on TBN which shows his BX25 all apart so you can see what it takes to get to the fan. :confused2: I am not trying to bash Kubota, I like them as much as I like all the other brands, I just want you to be aware of a potential issue on the BX25, that's all.

Tell this to my dad...I keep telling him that we need a skid plate...:thumbsup:

 

[Johndeere3720]

Tell this to my dad...I keep telling him that we need a skid plate...:thumbsup:

It is a great investment. :thumbsup:

 

[CompactTractorFan]

It is a great investment. :thumbsup:

Yeah, I know...

 

[Johndeere3720]

Yeah, I know...

The investment is usually realized after the hydrostatic fan is destroyed. :confused2:

 

[Briana03]

Hello and Welcome to TractorByNet!! I have moved your thread to the Buying/Pricing/Comparisons Forum. You will have a better chance of getting the assistance you need there.

 

[CompactTractorFan]

The investment is usually realized after the hydrostatic fan is destroyed. :confused2:

That will probably be the case with us...:confused3:

 

[kday64]

I just recieved my skid plates. Mowing season is about to start. Next weekend will the weekend my little Jinny gets her make over.

#1 - Lose the FEL
#2 - Install the Bro-Tek skid plates
#3 - Install the mulch kit
#4 - Install the mower

I am a firm believer in the Kubota BX line. After the winter from **** and minimal training I was able to get my wife to maintain the entire neighborhood snow free. I own a BX2360, so a BX25 with no BH.

These are powerful machines. Some one somewhere called the BX line the "Queen of mowing" Kubotas are the lightest of the SCUTs and this helps while mowing, even if you leave the FEL and BH on.

~Kevin