Which model Kubota is close to JD 790

[elalexander]

Hi. I have been looking at the JD 2320's and 790's. I like the gear transmission of the 790. I am not familiar with the Kubota line at all. What model number would be closest to the 790 or if they don't offer a gear transmission the 2320. We do have a 'Bota dealer about 30 miles away I am going to have to go visit. Just trying to do some homework before I get there. Any priceing help would be welcome too.

Thanks, El.

 

[ChuckinNH]

Others can chime in here, but here are my thoughts. The 790 is a 2000lb 27hp tractor with a gear transmission. The closest Kubota to that is the L 2800 which weighs a bit more, and lifts much more on both ends. The gear drive isn't the one to choose in that model perhaps because it doesn't have a "live" Pto. The L 3400 gear has more Pto hp, and the same lift capacity as the L2800. I like that model because the Pto Setup is much better, the Pto hp is higher than the L 2800, or 790.... 29+ I think, and the price is the same as the L 2800 hydro. I think you would like the transmission setup better on the L 3400 gear than the one on the JD 790..... I do anyway.Though it isn't a synchro shuttle, it is pretty nice for a basic tractor. Though the JD790 is a very nice machine, I do like the L3400 gear better in this class machine. You can work up a price on an L series at Kubota's web site to compare MSRP.
Kubota's B7610 is the closest match to the JD 2320. It is a very rugged, and proven machine, but the JD has position control, higher loader lift, and I think a bit more loader capacity. It has a Quick change bucket on the loader which I like for changing to forks, etc. and has a drive over mower deck which I like too. In my area the prices for both are very similar, and I guess I would have to take the JD right at this point in time. Kubota is rumored to be replacing the smaller B series soon, and perhaps will offer a more competitive package. There may be some good buys out there on the basic B7xxx series now. Front mounted attachments for the Kubota are a much better match, size, and construction wise than the comparable JD units, (snowblower, front blade, etc.), and the quick hitch is every bit as nice.
Well, hope that helped some, and didn't add too much to the confusion...

 

[rickster]

I know people like and use gear driven tractors and that is one of the choices.
After using a hydro tranny I would never get a gear tractor. For loader work the hydro is the way to go

 

[elalexander]

Thanks guys. I have a sears gear riding mower as well as my tractor and everyone I talk to tells me to go with the hydro on my next mower. That is why I was looking at a JD 2320 as well. Your input is helpful. Thanks for takin time, EL.

 

[Mikeeemo]

Look over the L4400 before you make a choice.

 

[IslandTractor]

Others can chime in here, but here are my thoughts. The 790 is a 2000lb 27hp tractor with a gear transmission. The closest Kubota to that is the L 2800 which weighs a bit more, and lifts much more on both ends. ...

Isn't the B7800 the most comparable to the JK790? Basic bullet proof tractor with similar lift capacities, size, weight and features. I presume the 7800 is available with gear but haven't checked.

 

[ChuckinNH]

Island,
The Kubota B7800 is only available in hydro. The lift capacities, both front, and rear are much greater than the JD 790. Actually, the BX series has the closest lift capacities to the 790 being only around 200 lbs different at most. I think that price wise, and capability wise the B7800 is a very good tractor to consider. I also saw a new Massey 1529 the other day, and was a little surprised to find that in the same price range. The one I looked at comes with a syncro shuttle transmission which would be better for loader work than the sliding gear transmission on the 790.

 

[machmeter62]

Doesn't the B7800 have the "quarter-inching" valve on the three-point; if so, I would consider the major use of my tractor before purchase? Unless I am wrong, ground engagement with a back or box blade would be a (PITA) to use?

The JD790 doesn't have equal lift, but the position control is more of a benefit for ground engagement? The rear lift is 800#.

 

[IslandTractor]

Doesn't the B7800 have the "quarter-inching" valve on the three-point; if so, I would consider the major use of my tractor before purchase? Unless I am wrong, ground engagement with a back or box blade would be a (PITA) to use?

You are probably correct about the quarter inching. I think you need to go up to the B3030 or B2630 to get position control on the B series.

Some people say quarter inching is no problem. It is one of the reasons I bought a Kioti instead as the CK line comes with position control.

The CK30 is in this general price range and can be had with gear. It is a bigger tractor than either the JD or B7800 though and considerably heavier. Loader is a bit better than the B7800.

 

[art]

Depending on when you choose to make your purchase you might want to wait till spring when the new Kubota B-series is introduced. With only three acres it is tough to justify more then a BX unless you have other jobs for the tractor then typical driveway work and mowing. They have had few issues for the owners as far as repair even into three and four thousand hours which is far more then an average home owner can put on one in a lifetime.