THE WORST 5 TRACTORS YOU CAN BUY! 😡🤧👨‍🌾🚜👩‍🌾

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I make this video with trepidation. What I put out there is hard to take back. However, I believe there has to be a best and a worst and most of it all falls somewhere in the middle. I will preface by stating that a couple of the tractor models on the "Worst Buy" list are there for just cause regardless of who you are while others on this list are purely my opinion and I provide the justification.
I didn't have to publish this video, but I did so because I enjoy providing honest communication and I'm also asked questions along these lines on a regular basis. So, figured I'd have at it and let the cards fall where they may. Some tractors are just duds, some are overrated, some might even be miscategorized. I think we have a little bit of everything in this list.
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@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

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@sunilgunjal1050 4 жыл бұрын

Good,work,traa

@sunilgunjal1050 4 жыл бұрын

Good,work,tractor,manifachirihg,place

@cameronwiley3053 4 жыл бұрын

I hope to be hearing from you, about the John Deere 3025 you have in stock.

@jwoldner3926 3 жыл бұрын

2 points. 1 at least make sure you video can be heated. To your not that pretty get to the fucking point.

@victorbunch7725 3 жыл бұрын

@@jwoldner3926 WTH, YOUR COMMENT DON'T MAKE FUCH MUCKING SENSE

@mlauer 2 жыл бұрын

.....the worst tractor you can buy is one that doesn't have local support.

@mattbotten9519 4 ай бұрын

that's Kubota. Terrible resources and support with insane consumables and parts pricing. Garbage

@hicksminingcompany 12 сағат бұрын

@@mattbotten9519 great to know. was thinking aobut getting one but shopping around now

@southernrecreationdovertn1250 3 жыл бұрын

Having a visual image of the models & issues inserted into the video would help tremendously.

@alexjurek1105 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed 👍.

@joecarmine8044 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your videos, really good information all around. Been around tractors all my life but haven’t really dealt with any of the “compact” size at all. Borrowed a neighbors for a quick job around my orchard and it opened my eyes what many other jobs I can do with it compared to my full size tractors. Now I’m trying to convince my boss to get one lol

@christopherjilek5467 4 жыл бұрын

People need videos like this to make an informed purchase. Tractors are to expensive to “hope” you bought a dependable one. Thank you for a fair unbiased video.

@Ooooopppsss 3 жыл бұрын

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@BlueCollarDIY 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this list. It sure helps a person looking for a good used tractor to be able to know which tractors to avoid or be aware of.

@schreilavoge 3 жыл бұрын

For those with regen issues with the B3350. It is a mechanical Deisel. The sensors determine the need for regen purely by increased back pressure detected by the sensors. Simply take off your DPF filter canister, cut it in half, remove the filter media, have the canister welded back together and reinstall. No ECM flash need because as I said it has mechanical injectors. With no filter to clog the sensors will not detect back pressure and will not have the computer call a regen cycle. This mod alone is a game changer for a B3350.

@TsunauticusIV 3 жыл бұрын

Shouldn’t have to do that though. A manufacturer as large as Kubota should be helping those facing the issues. They can afford it. They made the problem... they should help with a resolution. They sold, and continued to sell, a defective product. Manufacturers need to be held accountable for pushing subpar products at premium prices and then being allowed to get away with it. It’s not just Kubota either. Many manufacturers have been using similar tactics. Take Ford for example. They pushed out the first gen 3.5 ecoboost platform and charged the new owners a premium for a flawed product. They tried to patch the issues but ultimately had to redesign the platform. Who paid for all that? The end users. Ford didn’t do much to help those they used as product testers. They made the end user fund their trials. The first gens are still desirable for being steel bodies... but people don’t want to buy that janky first gen ecoboost... so the resale values are basically nothing. Many shops don’t even want to work on ecoboost platforms and people are forced to go to the dealership. You can look at $10k plus for engine replacement. In a truck that MIGHT sell for $13k on a good day. 😂

@dcgregorya5434 3 жыл бұрын

@@TsunauticusIV end user pays for everything thats to be expected but what isnt to be expected is wasting your time. They need to test it better before selling it.

@dcgregorya5434 3 жыл бұрын

@@TsunauticusIV Another thing with the eco crap is it really annoys me how it gets pushed down on the working class. You ever see Amazon's fleet of tractor trailers? Make those electric. Make the freighters hauling goods from China electric. Swap out the coal plants. After that THEN bust my chops about my consumer vehicle that runs a couple hours a week.

@snowjammma 2 жыл бұрын

@@dcgregorya5434 the electric motors would need to be produced with green energy to truly reduce carbon output

@dcgregorya5434 2 жыл бұрын

@@snowjammma Yeah, starting with the processes around extraction and refinement of raw materials isn't a bad start. But tbh I think if we wanna get anywhere we will need abundant nuclear energy plus mechanical or biological sequestration of carbon. Still, this isn't a problem for some random blue collar worker, this has to be solved upstream.

@wes7195 3 жыл бұрын

Very good information. I own a 2305 that I bought new in 2007 and fortunately I had joined a forum and was aware of the hidden grease zerks. What I did on mine was have a hydraulic company drill a hole on the end cap of the u joint and had it tapped to the correct thread for the grease zerk fitting. Now I grease away with no worries. Now the fan is another story. I attached an after market fan guard because you have to take the tractor apart just to install that plastic fan. I have heard that some owners just cut and reglue the fan. So far no issues.

@johnspoon923 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job! Appreciate the honesty and your learned opinions. Delivered in the proper way too. You’ll save a few folks from some aggravation.👍

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you John!

@BretAllen1 4 жыл бұрын

I just got an L2501 & couldn’t be happier. It’s done everything I’ve needed so far like mowing pasture, box scraping my road and light loader jobs. I checked for used, but either there wasn’t any available or they cost almost as much as a new one. Some were going for only 5k less than new & were 10+ years old! 0% APR for 60 months was a big plus and there was several dealer incentives for equipment. AC cab would be nice, but I really didn’t want to pay for it. 😉

@derekdreke4990 3 жыл бұрын

Also very informative and great understanding of machines in general ! Very proud of this guy and my guess does tons of business and has great and happy customers no matter what they buy 😁

@douglastroutman6825 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought my first compact tractor. It is a 2305 john deere. After watching your video I tried to grease my u joints. Can't get at them. I took it all apart and replaced them with napa j 410 u joints. I can now grease them. They have the fittings in the end of the cap.not in the center. Just a tip if you have one of these. Good video.

@OdisVids 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2305 JD also, found the ujoints when I destroyed the hydro cooling fan, did grease the ujoints when I found them, did have to remove the drive shaft which was not hard, took about 30 min. Guess I was lucky to have demolished the fan.

@bvinduck 4 жыл бұрын

Good video! I agree with your comments on the tractors. FYI- I had a 2320- it ran great but I didn't like how the mower attached with that drive shaft. The drive shaft placed you on the ground and under the tractor. I'm VERY happy with my 2038R. Again, I think your comments are spot on.

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you x ray! Those 2038r are really nice machines!

@jeffm.8134 3 жыл бұрын

I’m just enjoying the background..it’s beautiful.

@alexjurek1105 3 жыл бұрын

I mean, great tractor, but as he is talking about other tractors, can we see pics of them?

@jacuzzi7 4 жыл бұрын

As a owner in past of JD1025, BX2680, and currently B2601 I will agree with some. 1025 is bigger tractor. Feels like B2601 on undersized wheels. Both oficially fits into sub-compact, but thats all. This is similar like comparing F150 vs F250 (both full size pick ups), but what a difference. . There is difference in lifting capacity between JD1025 and BX, but isn`t as big as Tim showed in his video 1025 vs 2680. Weights on pallet for BX were placed further from pin, than for jd. I was able to lift around 600lbs excluding forks to about 1-2 feet above ground. To lift to height 2-3 feet above ground 400-450lbs. Jd1025 will lift probably 100, maybe 150lbs more. When I stepped from JD1025 to 2680 most annoying wasn`t lift capacity, but position valve control missing on 2680. Grading and all work on 3 point hitch was little more difficult. I was wondering between 2601 and JD2025. When I compared.... winner was orange. Much more efficient on fuel, plus 3 speed rear end. On the end JD completely lost telling me "Kubotas are made by illegal emigrants in Georgia". That was the only argument of sales person at Washington Tractor dealer. JD2032 or B2650 were slightly too big for my needs. I have considered New Holland and Massey Ferguson as well, but dealers were far.

@guardrail2897 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2013 Mahindra 3616 4wd HST. Love it. It has just under 1000hrs and not one problem. Still have the original battery in it.

@kevinwak 4 жыл бұрын

I once cracked the PTO clutch on my 2011 JD 2520. Not sure why, but I blame hitting a root with the post hole digger and the shear pin jamming. Didn't realize I had done it until the snow blower wouldn't turn off in the winter. Over $6000 to repair at the JD dealer. The repair was 100 pages of manual for the disassembly. So talked to the regional JD rep and they covered half the cost even though I was out of warranty.

@JH-xy4lt 3 жыл бұрын

Have you done a video on the 5 best? Love to see that. Thanks.

@rwc2504 4 жыл бұрын

I've watched several of your videos and visited your site while looking for a tractor. This video was enough to convince me to subscribe. Great job!

@scrapironprepper 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I bought my Kubota in 2000. I had my mind set on a BX series from Parkers in Shelby NC. Much better price than all other in area (100 mile). Thankfully the salesman Roy Parker convinced me to buy the L3130 GST. A lot more tractor for a little more money. Never had any trouble in all these years and love the tractor. TFS

@JackOSUrulz 3 жыл бұрын

My dad bought an L3013 back in 2000. I inherited it, it’s still just as perfect as it was then. LA482 loader. Works great.

@kiserb8255 3 жыл бұрын

Bought my L3710 from Parker and never had one trouble with it. Bought a small compact Deere in 2000 and had all types of trouble with it. I'll stay with Kubota.

@Marcelino808 4 жыл бұрын

Im going to post some positivity about my '16 3350. I bought it nearly two years ago with 500 hrs on it. The seller was told the dealer went thru and repaired the regen system and it has worked perfect since I have owned it. I have had four regen cycles on it that went flawless...plus I never idle the engine for longer than 20 seconds.I am happy with my B3350 ( upgrade from BX2660 ) Im in central IL so we have our share of extreme weather at times.

@robertpowers7856 3 жыл бұрын

same with mine, 650 hrs, shut down once this summer 90 deg, high humidity, ac blowing and 4 hours of mowing grass at full throttle, 30 min kool down, good to go, love the tractor, perfect size for me. ill delete if that time comes

@larrycainjr 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Courtney! In your position, I think your opinion is well worth listening to.

@jeffweaver8258 4 жыл бұрын

I would put the JD 1025R at the top of this list. In 2015 I traded a Kubota BX for a new 1025R and I’ve never regretted anything more. My tractor has been back to the dealer 15 times, sometimes for 30+ days at a time for mower deck issues. I had to fight tooth and nail for ANY help from the dealer. It was like pulling teeth, and when it came down to it Deere didn’t honor my warranty. I’ve never owned a worse product or had a worse customer service experience. I will never buy green again. Go with Kubota.

@kd6836 2 жыл бұрын

My brother had a 1025. Deck brackets kept breaking. They’re made out of pop metal. Got rid of it. Junk.

@kevinandress1115 2 жыл бұрын

Seems like a Lemmon and bad dealer. Not necessarily a bad tractor. Mines been rock solid and I work it hard.

@DavidAPagani Жыл бұрын

You had an exception, the 1025R is the best sub compact tractor out there right now, not even close. Dealer sounds awful too.

@brokenarrow6491 Жыл бұрын

I agree. I have a BX2660 and it's been flawless. I test drove the 1025 and the 2660. The deck on the BX was much better and the belt was twice as big. I also did not want another tractor with the plastic hood. They always get brittle and crack with the ones I've owned. You never see a John deer in landscaping around here. They are always Kubota BX tractors. I do like the double pedal on the John deer instead of heal/toe but you get used to what you drive.

@Yorktown-pb8bd Жыл бұрын

I don't buy your opinion on the kubota bx series of tractors. There are so many.brands out there from rural king to Mahindra bobcat to God knows what. I am 64 and the mower deck is easy to remove and pull out. Same with reinstalling it. I hear drive overs may be more difficult to attach and detach. Kubota tractors are dependable. I seem to hear John deer and kunota are tge best. You forgot about new Holland tractors. All of those are better than the kabota bx series really? Most of the others have yanmar engines including John deer. Kubota makes their own. Something is not right with what you are saying.

@Ham68229 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely correct about the dealerships, that's the biggest reason I absolutely hate GM products. Had a local dealership that gave me the run around, service sucked, the dealership sucked. Took my business elsewhere. It's the same with "ag dealerships". If their service isn't up to par, leave them, go somewhere else. Great video, cheers :)

@user-hb8be5wb4q 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. I bought my last GM car in 1978, Buick Electra 225 Limited. Had two pieces of plastic facia on driver door crack at 76 miles, at 14,000+ had rear engine seal caused leaks they fixed after warranty(thanx),after that had sticking valve lifters until exwife traded it for a VW Golf. Buick model engine, UCK!!!!! I bought Fords and MOPARs until now, never been happier!

@TwoTall1988 2 жыл бұрын

Well Ford and Dodge better have good dealership service if you're going to be working on it that much :P

@rodneymoreland9118 Жыл бұрын

I agree. I have a B2650 I bought new in 2017. Has @ 600 hours as of now. Other then regular maintenance and 1 flat on a front tire, no other repairs. Love it.

@bufkinmanor 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve got the 2380 with the MMM, not drive over. I have no complaints thus far and have no issues with third party implements front or rear. I’ve had it for about 4 months now and around 100 hours. Loader stand does seem a bit pieced together but no complaints from this guy

@jorjorchevy 3 жыл бұрын

Branson 4520c Hasn't let me down yet and you don't even need counterweight to use the front end loader and as far as the backhoe attachment the one I picked up is a 8ft reach 16inch wide bucket mounts up as a full frame unit to reduce stress on the tractor by spreading the weight well picking up stuff. The horse power on my unit is 48 the next size up has the turbo if I can remember correctly it made 55hp same body size as mine though. Before you buy any tractor always go test drive them first.Branson really had me surprised over the rest of the market for a small compact tractor!

@smoothlandin 3 жыл бұрын

I have 1100 hours on my 4520r and it is great. As you know or will soon realize, our Branson tractors far exceed these other brands in lift capacity of both the loader and the 3 point hitch. Also tighter turning radius, heavier weight, our backhoes are designed simpler, list goes on. Working on a 1000 hour review video. Couple small issues but nothing unexpected, I definitely work mine a little than most but its like the tractor just begs for more!

@larrypoeschel6871 4 жыл бұрын

Good job 👍 I'm not even going to argue with you. thanks Larry

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

🤣👍

@SPQR-Z 3 жыл бұрын

The truth is sometimes hard to stomach. My 3 YRO Kubota BX series has been a no regrets purchase so far. I pushed it past it’s limits more than I care to admit and it has held up. I should have bought a bigger tractor to start with but your absolutely correct about resale. People are lined up to buy it when I decide to upgrade to the B series

@denhackle8020 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2011 New Holland Boomer 35, 4x4, HST, (don't judge me..... lollll ;-) ) bought it used from a neighbour in 2013, with 95hrs now with over 1,600hrs without any problems except usual maintenance (I do it by myself) and wear and tear. I use it for partly logging my 800 + acres, lanscaping around including snowblowing my 900' driveway. I do make it to work sometimes but always in respect of his capacity, as well as my Takeuchi TB-235 excavator.

@britrneck 3 жыл бұрын

I have 500 hrs on a BX2680 with driver over deck. I have taken the deck and FEL of many times and have not had any issues and everything is till working as good as he I got it! My biggest reason for not getting a JD was the amount of plastic on it , I like being able to take a hammer to dents :)

@zedbear1 3 жыл бұрын

Great job on your video. Years ago, I was a tech at a high volume Kubota dealer. They were building quality pieces then, the BX1800 just came out and what a powerhouse they were. The L series and Grand L... so it's disappointing to learn how things are now. I sure wish I had bought an early BX!

@50calrambo 3 жыл бұрын

I had an older kibota bx2200 and major issues with joystick leaking. Never got it right. Sold.it and got the plastic bx24 in 2007. Like it alot and still looks new. Normal issues due to hours and I hate the noise at idle. Sounds like it will fall apart and talking to other bx people, same deal

@kennethenser7166 2 жыл бұрын

On the JD 2320 Drive shaft JD doesn't sell just the U-Joints. But if you go to NAPA auto parts you can get replacement joints that have End Cap grease fittings. So that you don't have to spend lots more on the shaft removal if you take two Industrial C-Clamps on the motor mounts you can get the shaft off. I also cut a square out of the right side and put a hole in the plate across from U-Joints to be able to grease them

@jonathanmagic5633 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review - Live on 5 acres I've put 200hrs on my BX23s and absolutely love that thing. Did a lot of research beforehand and bought on merit, not colour - Spends most of its life digging out huge stumps out in pretty hard clay. Admittedly i do push it to its limits but I will say the lift capacity of the FEL is quite limited due to the 4 in 1 bucket which apparently is quite a bit heavier than a standard bucket. If I did it again I would opt for the standard bucket and Grapple attachment. I live in Australia and the skid steer attach system is not standard here.

@kdegraa 3 жыл бұрын

Dunno why a quick attach to a front end loader is such a foreign concept tractor salespeople in Australia. It’s like they do not think anyone would ever want anything but a bucket on the loader.

@deerrudy 4 жыл бұрын

You did a good job putting this together. I completely agree on the 3 series. I was shopping a few months ago and comparing to the Kubota. I thought I really wanted a JD. For anyone who sits on them and puts these machines side by side there its just no comparison. I know even both manufacturers compare these two tractors against each other, but in my opinion they aren't in the same class. When I asked the JD salesman why would JD would want to make their rear ends out of aluminum , he said to keep the hydro fluid cool. Lol. Im sure the JD is realiable and may be the right tractor for some people, but not for me. I could have been just as easily buying Green but the 3R wad out of my price range. So My Kubota L2501 was priced below the JD3025. I don't know could be a dealer giving me a better deal or regional pricing thing? Don't know. Anyway good video, always learn and enjoy. Keep them coming

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you sir!

@Formulabruce 4 жыл бұрын

Guess you didnt know that the 3 series engines are Bigger in displacement and TORQUE than the 2 or 1 series. More ground clearance, better turning radius. The E series is NOT for lawn maint. though.. They are best compared to a Ford 9N which served for half a century as a reliable utility tractor. The aluminum rear DOES in fact help with heat. The 3D has cast iron and is a gear tractor and is Cheaper to buy. The aluminum was NOT a cheap way out, cast iron would have been.

@billolgebee4791 4 жыл бұрын

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@markb2860 4 жыл бұрын

I had the exact same buying experience. Looked at the 3E vs the L2501 and went for the 2501. Seamed like a bigger heavier tractor for the money and I also ended up paying less than the deere (both new). I grew up with both so was pretty impartial to either brand

@deerrudy 4 жыл бұрын

@@Formulabruce yes I knew those minor differences too. I also saw the same John Deere promotional video your quoting from.

@bladerunner1458 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 4 UR thoughts. My 3940 Kubota has been working great

@sinksks 3 жыл бұрын

Love your knowledge and honesty!

@survivalguyfyi5718 3 жыл бұрын

I have an LS 4155C with a backhoe. it's been amazing and has made me some money on the side. All I've had was a hydraulic hose bust at about 200 hrs. It took me about 8 hrs to replace it because I'm not really a mechanic and one end connected back in the firewall. Very hard to get to. I understand about resale but there is also something else. Purchase price. Kubota wanted 63k for a comparable model. Deere wanted 68k and less warrantee. I paid 38k out the door . It may not have the resale value but at that price, who cares. I could never afford a tractor in the 60k range. Everyone that sees my tractor loves it. It's absolutely a fine looking machine. Most think its a New Holland. Funny because it actually is a New Holland boomer. In fact, if you look at the LS logo, it says "LS New Holland".

@Matallen-es5rs 2 жыл бұрын

LS makes the tractors for new holland, new holland only makes their own loaders. I have a couple LS tractors and they are great! My XJ2025H blew a backhoe regulator at 240 hard use hours, my dealer picked it up and installed a remote hydraulic system and had it back in 2 days, all covered under warranty. The only other issue I've had is the muffler busting the welds but that was a 20 minute fix. I use my tractors commercially and they've held up to a lot of abuse

@Jackmerius_Tacktheretrix 2 жыл бұрын

Wonder if I could do this with my Kiote CK4010

@user-scooter1965 2 жыл бұрын

I have an LS MT125 and it’s been great to me. I have one neighbor with a JD1023 and another neighbor with a JD1025R and my LS was thousands cheaper than there JD’s and the LS is hands down a better tractor in my opinion, and my neighbors also.

@rogerhuber3133 3 жыл бұрын

Great review and I trust your opinion on tractors and things. Having no farm & tractor experience I retired and bought a 20 acre property in NW Arkansas. I was talked in to a John Deere 1025R and attachments in 2015. I have no real issues with it and it does almost everything I need from a tractor. Sometimes wish I had more power like trying to move large boulders and such. It's easy to operate and maintain. A few issues sort of suck though like positioning of the key and light switches. When turning around to hook up things my knees hit those items and turn on the lights or shut off and bend the key. Pretty minor complaints but something that could be better.

@NoName-ml5yk Жыл бұрын

Attach a sheetmetal shield with screws to block your knees

@larrydoesschtuff 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a bx23 in 2006. I now have 1,450hrs on it and I'll keep it till it needs buried. It compliments my jobsites alongside a kx71. I have had to weld the backhoe main boom but that is from seriously overdoing it over and over. Replaced the driveshaft but that was due to motor mounts that needed replaced to. Front loader pins are worn to junk so a rework is coming... They were greased but lots of silty mud work is like sandpaper. I have looked at details on the 23s... Love the easier access to hydraulic oil check/fill, hate the pedal change, neato bucket changes but just hard to pull the trigger on price when my old one is still jamming away. Back when I bought, I built a database and was comparing the similar JD model and also a MF2310. JDs price was up and they didn't make a OEM backhoe for it then, the MF was so close but the frame and some connections just didn't appear as beefy and weighed more (I had a ceiling for towing at the time). An important part was parts availability... Kubota won that out with two dealerships in the area. Always nice to hear opinions but based on some experience.. some good info.. thanks!

@keithchrysler3732 4 жыл бұрын

I own 3 kubota tractors. A 23, a 34 and a 75 horsepower. 0 problems with any of them! My worst was an 85 HP New Holland! It took a technician to work on any aspect of that thing! Everything on it was computer driven and you needed a degree in electronics to evaluate all of the faults that appeared daily on the dashboard! Many times you had to stop the engine and reset the computer (5 seconds)and try again! Kubotas are simple to run and (rarely) work on! Love my kubotas!

@evadevries2952 Жыл бұрын

We have the b2920 and LOVE it. I've built roads on a hill with that thing that it should never have been able to do. It's all mechanical, parts are cheap and readily available. The best part is .75 GPH fuel consumption.

@pmaint1 Жыл бұрын

@Keith Chrysler Your kubota's must be older and don't have tier lV with dpf because everything over 25 hp today is computerized and require technician's to work on them.

@jamesneiss9332 4 жыл бұрын

Request- I love how nice your used tractors look. Would you consider doing a video showing a complete detail job from start to Finnish???!!!!

@michaelmactavish1728 4 жыл бұрын

the kubota MX are replaced the Bseries and L series is replaced with MXseries

@josephherron744 3 жыл бұрын

My 1981 Kubota B7100DT with over 5000 hours, With Loader,Backhoe, McConnel Arm Mower, York Rake, Post Hole Digger.1 Clutch replaced 15 years ago.Nicknamed “Tanky” Great little machine! ☘️

@bryanbatton01 3 жыл бұрын

Is this a 70hp? I'm looking fit reviews on a 55 or 60 hp and can't find anything. Was gonna get a 70hp kubota tomorrow but also thinking about 55hp mahindra. That's the options I have that are cabbed and on the lot here in vidalia

@josephherron744 2 жыл бұрын

@@bryanbatton01 no, it’s a 16 Hp! Great little “ Micro Tractor” Sorry it took so long for me to reply!

@bryanbatton01 2 жыл бұрын

@@josephherron744 no problem. I ended up going with a 70 hp Mahindra

@drme66 3 жыл бұрын

I was so excited to get my JD 1023 until I had it - constantly overheats. Update. Had called my local dealer who honored the warranty and has now been a month.. no more issue. Has not overheated once since the JD certified tech came out and fixed it at no cost to me.

@mikekowal4944 4 жыл бұрын

Buddy! You had me worried for a few minutes with the intro....i own a b2650 with cab....your right about the big brother thing..thats why I bought mine..if the border ever opens again maybe we can do some business!!! Very informative!!

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Haha, love the B2650...and sure I'll like the LX2610 once I get my hands on one of them!

@karldavis9966 4 жыл бұрын

Good video. Very respectful to inferior models. Very 👍

@acdii 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2001 B2410 4WD HST. It has less than 500 hours on it, but use it for all kinds of jobs from rough cutting, finish mowing, to back hoe work and never let me down. Only complaint is the placement of the brake pedals makes them useless when trying to brake steer. It has a woods backhoe on it, with PTO pump so the tractor hydraulics aren't used for it. Back then the Kubota was less expensive than the similar JD, but having had the Kubota now for 19 years, the JD might have been a better tractor due to the loader being easy on/off and brake pedal on the left where it can be easily used. Back then, I didn't know jack about tractors, just moved to a 5 acre farm for horses, but now I know what to look for in a tractor.

@candubber 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent channel, always so very informative thanks!

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@DIRTMASTERGB 4 жыл бұрын

Bought a 2012 Kubota b3000 cab/loader model with heat and AC, the 4 cylinder emission's free engine is hard to beat in a compact tractor model!

@preachers4135 4 жыл бұрын

Tier 4i and Tier 4 final all have their issues. In the south we see a lot of failures due to heat. It’s the newest technology to hit the market and manufacturers are working out the bugs but it really stinks when the customer bears the burden of down equipment, litigating warranty claims and paying exceptionally high repair cost.

@1978garfield 3 жыл бұрын

Farmers should be allowed to bill the EPA for their problems. Maybe they would think twice next time before expanding regulations.

@robertpowers7856 3 жыл бұрын

agreed, heat and operator error, putting around they dont like, and will regen often, i have 650 hrs on my 3350, and id buy it again knowing what i know now, its a great tractor that can be finiky , if the owner dosent operate it properly.

@justaddmudd2852 3 жыл бұрын

Great info! Thanks for sharing

@leshopson1574 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2003 Kubota B21 loader backhoe a few years ago. Hydraulic lines are the only repair. It’s well balanced with the backhoe on it. No emissions controls on it so it may be my last tractor. Hope I can get parts for it in the future.

@LeaMacDonald 4 жыл бұрын

Well now you've put your foot in it you rabble rouser! :) All kidding aside, taking the high road is not always easy. Sometimes you need to let folks know there could be bad news from time to time. They may figure you've slighted them personally, but the reality is you've given them honest, experienced-based, knowledge that is intended to help them make their next choice for equipment an intelligent one. As always, I find your information to be both fair and honest. Good stuff! :)

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

What was for breakfast this morning? :)

@LeaMacDonald 4 жыл бұрын

@@GoodWorksTractors I had scrambled eggies with shredded cheese mixed in and a bit of sour cream . . . toast, coffee . . . a big boy breakfast . . . no cereal because I never got my spelling homework done...I HATE when she does that! :)

@mnhoss2100 2 жыл бұрын

For me the 1023e is perfect. I cut grass, push snow and haul fire wood with the loader. Small tasks on a small property. Saves my back. 💪😉🐷

@Jeremy-fy1sz Жыл бұрын

Interesting to see the BX on your list. When I rented one to put in a driveway, I found it very capable, but did notice that the bucket was overloaded with gravel and would droop as I was moving material around. Interestingly I think my 70's 7100 that I ended up purchasing might have a better loader capacity even with only 16hp. The hydrostatic with the loader and backhoe really made the BX super capable for digging out stumps and loader work.

@tynelldake4307 3 жыл бұрын

I own the 3038e, you could not of said it better. Way Too Light. When I bought it was affordable HP and a Turbo at 2200ft is a must. The original owner sold it at 88hrs after scaring himself silly using the loader without ballast. Without ballast I was able to lift the back wheels off the ground by jumping in the bucket, I only weigh 160lbs lol. I really do love the 3038e, but the love affair only started once I bought 220lbs of wheel weights just for mowing, and making a custom 100lb bumper brush guard for the front . The 3038e is probably the best mowing rig money can buy. If you want to lift anything with the loader get at least 700lbs on the three point hitch. In order to love the 3038e you must fully understand ballast, without ballast this tractor is a lemon.

@svt89 4 жыл бұрын

Went from a deer 2018 5055e cab/loader to a new holland work master 75 cab/loader . Pros on the Deere hydraulics and reliability blow the new holland away . Cons is the tractor got crap fuel mileage and no power . New holland the tractor has a ton more power and fuel mileage over the Deere main reason no dpf . Cons is this is my second tractor from New holland first one couldn’t solve the ecm issue tractor wouldn’t run right . After a month they have me a new one . First issue pto cable breaks down a week. Get it back ac compressor blows up stays in shop for 3 weeks . Third time around the idler pulley bolt snaps off in block down a week. I’m done with new holland going to get a Massey Ferguson 4707 tomorrow.

@bradmeacham6982 4 жыл бұрын

IMHO, first time tractor SCUT/CUT buyers are mostly influenced by the price "sticker shock". They inevitably opt for a lower price without considering, or really understanding, the long term ramifications of limited capacities or functionalities of some tractors. If purchased properly, and carefully considering physical size, HP, capacities, attachments, hydraulics, cab vs ROPS, long term service and support, etc., a CUT tractor will easily last for many decades when put to use by a typical home/land owner. Conversely, you cannot really expect a large frame CUT, even with a MMM, to also be a "delicate lawn mower". This is when it is probably wise to purchase a dedicated "lawn mower" for that task and let your much larger tractor do the things it can do much better. All that said, if a 1025R with a MMM and its FEL and various appropriately sized 3PH attachments can really do it all for you and your needs, go for it.

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Great info and thank you for taking the time to share Brad!

@stephaneviau3909 4 жыл бұрын

@@ttss5726 SCUT/CUT = (Sub) compact utility tractor, ROPS= Rolling over protection system, MMM = mid mount mower, FEL = Front end loader....and no I don't own a tractor, I just watch too many vids of GWT channel (Good Work Tractors) lol

@christophermatthews8956 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Bought JD 1026R first year out best thing I ever bought. All has worked as it should mowing, Loading, plowing snow. It's like a Swiss army knife for yard work. 700 hours later works like the day I bought it. GO GREEN.

@dilligaf1009 2 жыл бұрын

Lol, your "my kinda luck" comment killed me. The only failures I have are the most friggin expensive ones.

@mattharbin419 3 жыл бұрын

I purchased a brand new Kioti NX4510 about 4 years ago and had very little issues with it. I would highly recommend a Kioti tractor.

@nickknee3515 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2019 CK3510 and it's way better then any other Kubota I've run before, I absolutely love it. There were alot of little things that made me consider a Kioti over a Kubota and the little things matter to me.

@traskstoneworks 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Kioti DX 40 and was farm raised with tractors, no question it's a fantastic tractor and built very strong. As good or better than Deere and Kubota and thousands less!

@rickyricardo3551 2 жыл бұрын

100% , kiotis are better tractors than kubota and most modern jd's , I like kubota but they can't compete with kioti , branson or tym in the weight , hydraulic capacity , price and in some cases warranty categories, these new to US brands that have been around for a long time elsewhere are reliable and in my opinion more of a working man's machine , and even the base models are normally set up as at least a mid teir kubota or jd but at way less$ , at that point if you have a good reliable dealer close enough , to me it seems odd to choose some fad brands like kubota when there are other's like kioti and tym that are doing great and are generally better in most ways .

@samaxe6495 3 жыл бұрын

When looking for a compact, I was getting ready to buy the JD. Until I dropped the number into google looking for known issues. Turns out the JD transaxle suffered pto failures too. Still nice I’m more interested in durability, I bought the BX.

@Farcus81 3 жыл бұрын

I have a 2008 model New Holland TC31DA and I love it. I bought it a few years ago with 300 hours on it, I will be doing its 500 hour service on it this weekend and it has been trouble free since I bought it. The only down side I have found to it is that the closest New Holland dealer to my house is about 5 hours away.

@homesculptor 2 ай бұрын

Kubota must treat their dealers like a stepchild they hate when it comes to honoring warranties or fixing issues. It didn't used to be like that. I have a Case also, and it had some early issues, and they gave me so much grief to get them fixed. I paid 10 grand for the Kubota Warranty, and you'd think I wouldn't have any issues with service, but NOOOOOOOOOUUUUUU! I've had it in 3 times for the same thing, and they pretend to fix it, then send it back saying its fixed. lol. Unbelievable. My Father and myself bought 3 tractors from them over the years. These Gen x people view service a bit differently.

@JamesCouch777 3 жыл бұрын

I own a Deutz 68hp 60's model with over 6000 hours and it still runs extremely well. Very well built tractor.

@gerdaharms6485 3 жыл бұрын

I love those old air cooled Deutz tractors! Grew up with having them on our farm!

@olafhubner3060 Жыл бұрын

We ha one with 14756hour

@veryfastride 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video! And you're a bowhunter too from what I could see in front of the Kubota ;-)

@charlesfoleysr6610 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the heads up information. As you said buying any used piece of equipment is a gamble. You could pick a cherry, or wind up with a lemon. Knowing a model has a history of problems really helps. I live in north central Michigan, and have seen my share of problem equipment.

@tonym492 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome... I finally picked myself up a 3036e... Planning on mulching up my gorse over here in New Zealand... Sadly we seem to have way less of a range over here :(

@tadprochnow5097 4 жыл бұрын

Kioti is a really great tractor. Kioti built most of the Kubota tractor parts. Ck2610 will smoke any green or orange tractor on lift and weight spec's, hydro pump is 13 gmp way faster for backhoe use. I've owned many tractors my pick in the end is Kioti. Keep in mind that not one compact tractor is made in the USA. Stick with South Korean or Japan except LS AKA the newer New Holland. Also if all you need is a tractor for alittle work the Chinese, Ag king, foton, jinma are pretty darn good, but a raybestos clutch upgrade is needed. Plus the rubber parts are well, Chinese. Stay away from 2 and 4 bangers stick with the 3 cyl. Anyway if you can come across any Yan Mar grey market tractors they are super.

@derekdreke4990 3 жыл бұрын

Simple and easy

@jamesb2291 3 жыл бұрын

I have an RK55 hst 4x4 with cab and loader. Made by TYM in South Korea. It has a Yanmar engine. I love it and recommend people give them or LS or Kioti a look before you buy anything. I compared John Deere and Kubota but neither had anything close to what my tractor is for the price. I've also spent many years working with tractors and heavy equipment and there's no question the TYM is built heavy duty. For those that care about such things it also comes with an 8-year unlimited warranty.

@Wizhk 3 жыл бұрын

Just picked up my first ever tractor. Kioti 4010SE HST. I did lots and lots of research. Solid tractor for the best price around. Kubota L2501 with a plastic canopy, filled tires, loader and box blade was going to cost me 25k after tax. I got the Kioti 4010SE HST for 31k with all of the SE upgrades (tilt steering, cruise control, mirrors, dual rear hydraulics, link pedal, floor mats, etc), steel canopy, box blade, forks and an 18ft pipe top trailer. (The trailer costs $5,300 from Big Tex) 23.9 HP Kubota vs a 39.6 HP Kioti. Do your research and check out Kioti.

@forcesightknight 3 жыл бұрын

My kioti 2410 has steel stress everywhere. They are under structurally engineered and when parts break getting a dealer to help is underwhelming. Thanks sir. Semper fi

@scottwydra6365 2 жыл бұрын

I have a b3350 with cab, front loader and backhoe. I work that thing like it’s a red headed step child. The primary issues I’ve since disabled due to starting and staying running have all been related to safety switches. If you jump out the seat switch and the Hydostat trans pedals this will cure random non-start and dying when bouncing in seat. As for the DPF regen, if you run the motor above 2000 rpm you will seldom if ever need to do a park in place regen. If you live in a cold area and have issues you must remove an intake baffle to allow preheated intake air into the engine to keep dpf hot enough. A company in Poland sells a DPF delete kit but I think right now at 250 hours I don’t need it. If you get a deal on a low hour b3350, I’d take it. Mine was included with our house, if I ever leave it will go with me as the house appraisal is above the mortgage without a tractor. I look at it as $30k profit and a free toy to build sand castles all day long 😁😉🇺🇸🪵🚜

@niceguydmm 3 жыл бұрын

I love my B2601. Its a work horse. I got it over the smaller BX series with backhoe. I gave up the backhoe and got a tiller, box scrape, scrap and post hole digger.

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching David!

@RS-ms1bz 3 жыл бұрын

My 2005 BX2330 is a beast and just keeps on keeping on even with the beatings I give it! Best tractor I’ve ever owned

@GoodWorksTractors 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@Winger2325 4 жыл бұрын

When you started out I was laughing just thinking to myself....... WOW there are going to be a bunch of feathers getting ruffled................ Largely because no one especially in these current times likes anyone else's opinion. Totally agree with everything you said and yes my 3032E made your list LOL but everything has a purpose. The 3032E is a gap filler for me and I didn't get a 3038E because 2K for 6 HP??? yeah not needed so didn't spend it. (Might have been a HP video you made that helped with that.) If it was my only tractor then yes "R" series without blinking, but it is for light work and that's what it does. If I know I need a bigger machine then I just go get that one first way easier and do the mop up with the "E'". But I found this to be positive and informational and I will "not" be placing your photo on a dart board for being honest. Have a better day!

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff Gregory. Thanks for sharing!

@tazmanken01 2 жыл бұрын

I have a B2650 and love it, have had zero issues with it and it has 1,000 hours on it, we did think there was something wrong with the rear PTO but it turned out to be nothing. We are ready to get a new tractor so I have been looking at the new LX2610 with a loader and mid PTO, that way we can have our belly mower put on it and our bucket.

@rchristinck2243 3 жыл бұрын

When mahinder tractors first came to Canada, they appeared to be exact Massey copies of their older tractors. In the 70s we had a Massey 245 which we actually sold 30 years later for 3k more than we paid for it. The 245 was a reliable smaller farm tractor that never gave us any problems. When I saw the mahinder at a trade show about 20 years ago it reminded me exactly of our old Massey 245. I guess the patent had run out.

@berryreading4809 Жыл бұрын

I think Mahindra's are/were a coin flip between being the best deal most reliable tractor ever or a complete disaster waiting to happen... I've seen both, mostly the former with run hard put up wet 35/45 series from the 2000's, we have a 2004 that usually lives outside with a front end loader on the front 100% of the time and a backhoe maybe 80% of the time... It's been on a terrible maintenance schedule due to loaning it out often,So far the only major failure had been the clutch wearing out after 16 years of occasional novice drivers and hours! I'm not positive on the hours, but the oil changes have been wayy past due, hydro fluid usually doesn't get changed, just fresh added if an old line finally wears out, along with almost never replacing the hydraulic filter 🤦‍♂️ fuel filters are only changed when the engine begins to stall from the filter body rusting and clogging the filter! 😄 Only important failures have been: fuel sender unit corroded and failed from leaving the fuel tank low for extended periods (removed beoken sender unit from fuel neck, didn't replace) FEL control had a ball control rod fail (too tight to weld back together, no easily available part, entire factory replacement valve was overpriced, replaced with $150 universal unit from Northern Tool) Also the PTO solenoid has notorious problems on these machines with intermittent operation (factory replacement part is hard to find and expensive, replaced ground wire with better wire, new terminals and a clean frame point to fix it 90%, a few taps while pushing the button will unstick it in the 10% of bad times) Front axle input shaft seal and 4 speed shaft seal have just started to slightly leak hydraulic fluid recently (maybe 1qt every 4-6 hours while in motion, not leaking stationary so haven't bothered with it yet 😂) It's on the original engine belt and only the second battery in 18 years, runs fantastic, glow plugs still work somehow 🤷‍♂️ It's honestly been amazing to witness... An amazing now faded pink 2004 Mahindra 3510 4x4 with way too many hours not meant for a 35hp tractor! (all gauges/hour meter still work, luckily those don't require grease I guess 😄) I'm not reccomending this tractor range as something amazing... just saying it's a gamble that may pay off big.... or lose... 😉👍

@KrustyQuad 3 жыл бұрын

I've had 2 new compact tractors in the last 20 years...a yanmar cub and mahindra 1526... Never had any issues with either that wasn't something silly, like blowing hoses, clogged fuel filters ect... All compact tractors are very similar regardless of brand... They are very well built machines overall.. in most cases where a machine won't start or starts and dies it's usually related to the fuel system or something that has rattled loose from all of the vibration... I would try to get the largest frame size you can , and then save money on buying the versiom with the least horse power....in most cases the same hydraulic system is used on all HP versions of said model, therefore you'll get the same lift capacites and ect. Unless your are brush hogging 15+ acres of very tough grass or other PTO heavy takes for long periods of time your better off putting money towards higher lifter capacities/larger tractor than higher horse power engine options.

@lowellmiller6663 3 жыл бұрын

Lots of love for my 4035 Mahindra. I have two of them. Hydrostat with a loader. They are awesome.

@jasongerbrandt4728 2 жыл бұрын

I do agree with you they do have issues. Lots of emissions issues. But kubota has lifetime warranty on the emissions now. The dealer has to do a specific list and make sure it has certain codes but we have fixed quite a few tractors and put update kits on them so they are trying.

@NIGHTMARERICA 3 жыл бұрын

I love my bx2350. Got an 8' blade, 60" brush hog, 48" tiller, and made a weight box for her narrow butt so I can lift more with the bucket. I will agree the statement about them not being to robust. A shear off a lot of little pins and such.

@ironheadbiker 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, you kinda read my mind here. I feel the bx seems anemic to the 1025r. If I wanted a tractor that size, the 1025r would win hands down, it's a legend. Plus I feel those small tractors just don't have much room for adjustment. And dare I say, lil small to put a loader on, it seems they're very unstable since they're light to begin with. You really won me over with the 3025e and family, as that WAS the tractor I thought I wanted, until the comparison to the L2501 was really not much of a comparison. I stress it's in that "family" size tractor. Plus the dealer relationship was key. Luv my 2501.

@markhansen4258 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a B3350. I live in Tennessee and we’re basically always gone in the winter time. The tractor is great except for occasional overheating and automatic shutdown while doing a regen in extreme heat. When it shuts down it’s out of commission for a few hours until it cools down. Happens twice a year at most. When it does regen I’m careful to let it complete before shutting it down. Sometimes that means letting it stand at full throttle for 20 minutes. No problems the few times I’ve operated it in cold weather. Cold here is in the 20’s or 30’s. It’s three years old and has 400 hours. When the warranty is up I’ll look into having it deleted.

@robertpowers7856 3 жыл бұрын

ive got a 2015 B3350 in northern mi, 650 hrs, this summer was the first time it got hot and shut down, 90 deg, high humidity, ac blowing, mowing grass, 30 min cool down good to go, i love the tractor, seems to be regenerateing more often lately, i keep rpms up, but not religiously when the task doesnt require it, ill look into deleting maybe this winter, its the perfect tractor for me, plenty of power for 33 hp

@johnhiggs325 3 жыл бұрын

Dang, man! Have you cleaned the radiator and front screen? The cooling system on these engines is designed to handle crazy high heat disbursement.

@markhansen4258 3 жыл бұрын

John Higgs I’m pretty good about keeping it clean. I don’t think that’s it. Dealer acts like they’ve never heard of such problems. I think it only happened once this summer. It was probably 98F in direct afternoon sunlight and I could definitely feel the heat coming from the DPF. It’s not repeatable, so hard to show the dealer. I don’t like it, but not enough inconvenience to spend time trying to sort it out. Otherwise I’ve really enjoyed the machine. Wish I had the backhoe, but it looks pretty tough to put on and take off.

@willys4869 2 жыл бұрын

I own a 2nd generation 3032e and have to agree with what you've said. As far as reliability I have no gripes but build quality falls a little short, capabilities are limited and capacity is a little short. However, it does everything I need it for and if I have bigger jobs I have better equipment for that. Telling someone to steer clear of this model might be going a bit far but I would tell people to not judge all JD tractors by this particular model.

@terrymcgillicuddy8056 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice. Thanks for sharing.

@JamesCouch777 3 жыл бұрын

My tractor mechanic has been working on tractors for over fifty years and he says if you want a good tractor, get an old tractor and rebuild it. He stays busy working on the newer tractors because there is always something going wrong with them.

@waynes9275 3 жыл бұрын

stuff today is made to break down. I see so many 49 ford tractors still running today. How many of these new piles of crap will still be going in 60+ years?

@pbgd3 3 жыл бұрын

Problem is old stuff lacks features that people now want. Not that many AWD smaller tractors with good power output lots of hydraulics etc. and those that are out there are usually pretty well worn out and sometimes off market sure nothing like buying a Deere 4020 but do you need a big 2wd tractor?

@JamesCouch777 3 жыл бұрын

@@pbgd3 I had a John Deere 4020! The older tractors I have have everything I need including rear hydraulic for implements and selective positrac. I also have a couple of newer tractors and some of the safety features are very aggravating.

@johnhiggs5932 3 жыл бұрын

I run a 2018 Kioti C3510 and it hasn’t given me any problems. 423 hours and counting.

@JamesCouch777 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnhiggs5932 my Deutz 6806 has well over 6000 hours and I've never had to do anything to it.

@johnhighberger2762 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job. Seemed like a fair assessment based on exposure to different models over the years. Glad my Kubota B2601 wasn’t on the list.

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you John!

@thomasbarnardjr9657 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not new to the tractor world so to speak, but I am new to today's tractors. I grew up with my dad owning a 1948 farm all "c", and a 1930 JD model "A". I used them, and had some familiarity with both of them, but up to about 3 years ago, I had never used any other tractor. Now I'm looking into a tractor, and I'm not really sure which way to go. I can say that I have a friend who owns a JD 2305, and it's predecessor a JD 2210(I think), and I have used both of them, and I love them. I also really liked using my wife's boss's Kubota b series tractor. Both are very nice machines, and really good general tractors. In looking, one of the battles I'm facing is size. I don't want a huge tractor, but I'm not sure about too small of one either. The tractor I've really taken a liking to is the Bobcat 2025. But I'm not really sure. I'm not really worried about price depreciation, because if I buy, my intention is to buy one to keep, but I also realize your point about it. Do you have any suggestions?

@charleskelbley385 4 жыл бұрын

Thomas, if you want GWT's opinion, give him a call. If you want public opinion, mine is John Deere. The ROPS system does fold down, unless of course you get a cab. The quickness and ease of attaching and removing the loader is mind blowing. My 1025r is awesome and surprisingly good for torque. It shuttles my 29' camper around! (I do use the sway bars and load the bucket when moving the camper.) Bobcat may sell a decent tractor, but unless it is 2/3 the price of JD or less it isn't worth it. Just my two cents.

@thomasbarnardjr9657 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Charles. I like the John Deere, and it's a strong runner, but the bobcat is a little better priced and has some awesome features that the deer doesn't in the size I'm looking for.

@dwayner6597 3 жыл бұрын

After owning a 3 series and a 4 series I will never ever go green again. They are over priced junk. I grew up with John Deere tractors being the best you could buy but they have nose dove hard and are just crap now. I traded a Kubota l3800 that worked circles around my bigger JD 4044e. I kept my equipment the kubota ran without a problem and the JD can not handle it without a struggle and setting off a hydro alarm. It has been back to John Deere and tested within their specifications so it just built under powered for the size of tractor.

@troyeager8877 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the honest opinion. I'm looking at bx2680 and John Deere 1025r. I need mainly for gravel driveway and brush and minimal brush cutting.

@timothykeith1367 4 жыл бұрын

I think either will be fine. Check out the Tractor Time with Time comparison series.

@GoodWorksTractors 4 жыл бұрын

Wonder where he got that BX from?

@coltcrain9285 3 жыл бұрын

Kuboya just discontinued the 3350 and 2650 replacing it with LX series and the tractor that took place of the 3350 has common rail like a l3301 or l3901 so the problems should be gone as the L series common rail DPF worked pretty good

@Gardening-Doctor 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, good review of some problem models, Etc, Could you tell me how a JD 1025R would doo on steep banks for brush cutting as well as mowing? Are you familiar with the Ventrac / Steiner type compact tractors? How can the little JD hold up to them on steep slopes?

@danielsharon524 4 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the opinions - New to all this and researching so great info. Thx for the clarification on the Kubota L series vs. LX (which seemingly replaced the BX?). As far as I can tell, Kubota doesn't really have an equivalent to a 2038R. The L3901 has the HP but not the features (seems to be a good tractor?) and the L3560 is only available w/a cab & rated HP/PTO HP is still not as high as a 2038R - I'm looking for that 30 HP PTO. As great a tractor as a 2038R seems to be, it seems like Kubota has a serious hole in their lineup. Hopefully they're remedying that as I'm leaning towards a 2038R although haven't ruled out a L3901.

@stephengalante2979 4 жыл бұрын

Actually, the Kubota LX models replaced the B2650 and B3350 with the LX2610 and LX3310. If you watch this video from Messicks, the guy in the video explains the upgrades. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h5-dhZCHrJvJdqc.html Also, Kubota DOES offer L series tractors with and without a cab. The PTO will range from 28 - 53 hp depending on the model. Look under the Grand L series on their build page. apps.kubotausa.com/configurator/BuildMyKubota.aspx?pgId=1&bmId=961&sId=125

@danielsharon524 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephengalante2979 I meant B50, not BX:). Thx.

@ikstrucking3289 2 жыл бұрын

This is why you learn to repair And this is why you buy 70ties tractor. It will be emission exempt! It does not have any of these emmission contraptions. Find one in relatively good condition, learn to fix it, and forget all the modern tractor headache. AC? Trust me I can build one, a car style on the tractor, if wanted to. I don't want to have anything to do with a modern tractor, I'd rather stock up on parts for an old model tractor, than have what people have with the modern. That is for the small use I have. If I was full time into farming, I'd research heavily, as that kind of situation will call for a modern tractor

@GunHolsters 3 жыл бұрын

Love my Kubota M4800SU 4 wheel drive tractor with the LA1002 loader. I purchased it around 2004 or 2005 and haven’t once regretted it.

@johnhalter7287 2 жыл бұрын

Been fixing them for 50 years and know which ones are a pain to own. Top of my list is Yanmar although they have improved some. Painting them green helped but still a headache. I would never own one. Anything I call government tractors that need to regenerate def run from, especially the early ones.

@stephenphilbrook6239 3 жыл бұрын

I love the unbiased information you provide. Messicks has a video comparing the 3E and the L series and he makes it seem like it's apples to apples.

@N269 2 жыл бұрын

Unbiased??? He's a Kubota & John Deere salesman... of couse he's biased! Geeesh.

@masshultzy6449 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Kioti CK20 and I bought a backhoe att. for it. This is my first Tractor. I bought it about 10yrs ago and I have to tell you for a small tractor, it has been an excellent choice. I have had absolutely no issues with this tractor except, well, I wished it had more power. But, for a 22hp machine, I will not complain. I do not regret this purchase..Yet.

@stevenlavoie8897 3 жыл бұрын

I got a 98 b21 Kubota a real tank love it will never sell

@moultonditcher6187 4 жыл бұрын

I would hunt hard for a low hour,clean used tractor long before I would buy any new machine with regent.Just my opinion,you'll never sell me on new diesel technology,its not dependable and will cost you money somewhere.I bought a new 2015 L 2501,just because of the horsepower threshold of DPF,and used ones were too close to new price,so I bought new.Excellent,simple,straight forward tractor,no bells and whistles,NO ISSUES.

@scrapperstacker8629 2 жыл бұрын

My Kubota BX23 is a oldie but goodie. I understand it’s limitations and know things are easier these days. But I still smile every time I get seat time in it. 😀