Looking at these 2 tractors,I am leaning towards the L4760 that is exactly what I want but the asking price is somewhat high in my estimation.The MX 6000 is 3 years newer with lower hours is lacking rear remote but is in excellent condition.Dont really need 60 hp but looking for the best bang for my buck.Help me out
Grand L4760 or a MX6000
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Other than horsepower, the L4760 is a more capable machine at the 3pt, the loader, and overall tractor weight. Not by a lot, but more is more.
Plus the L is considered a deluxe machine while the MX is a more economy-type machine.
If you don't need the HP, or have a need to be able to use both cat 1 & cat 2 implements, I think that I would be leaning toward the L4760.
Good luck with your decision.
Plus the L is considered a deluxe machine while the MX is a more economy-type machine.
If you don't need the HP, or have a need to be able to use both cat 1 & cat 2 implements, I think that I would be leaning toward the L4760.
Good luck with your decision.
fried1765
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Try bargaining with the L4760 seller, but don't start with YOUR maximum price.
If the MX6000 is 3 years newer, and has lower hours.....has it ever been said...."I wish I had an older tractor, with more hours, and less horsepower".
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Well, I’m partial…let’s start with that
. My open station doesn’t have tilt steering but I wish it did. It’s not enough to make me want the L, but sit them and see which feels better…beyond that what does one do that the other won’t? Fairly similar from a size and capability standpoint IMO. Where one machine has more capability is it in a task you would use? Also I did not like the different shape of the treadle pedal on the GL…I liked the common shape and feel of my BX and B and I thought felt more comfortable on the MX, but I think that is just a personal preference.
. My open station doesn’t have tilt steering but I wish it did. It’s not enough to make me want the L, but sit them and see which feels better…beyond that what does one do that the other won’t? Fairly similar from a size and capability standpoint IMO. Where one machine has more capability is it in a task you would use? Also I did not like the different shape of the treadle pedal on the GL…I liked the common shape and feel of my BX and B and I thought felt more comfortable on the MX, but I think that is just a personal preference.
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mcmxi
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The MX6000 has a 2,275lb loader capacity compared to 1,784lb for the L4760, and comparing the weight of both models with cabs the MX is slightly heavier. The 3-point lift capacity is 2,760lb vs. 2,310lb in favor of the L, but I would argue that loader capacity is an important variable whereas 3-point capacity not so much. Most implements that are suitable for the L4760 and MX6000 are going to be 1,000lb or less.
I'm not saying that the L4760 is or isn't a better choice than an MX6000. I'm just trying to provide accurate information.
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Maybe try comparing at the same measuring points.
When the L4760 has the 1055 loader on it, the max lift at the pins is 2361 lbs.
At 500MM in front of the pins it is then 1784 lbs
The MX with the 1065 loader is 2275 lbs at the pins.
At 500MM in front of the pins, it is then 1691 lbs.
These specs are from Tractor Data, if they are wrong, I apologize.
Normally it is best to compare using the same measuring points if you want an actual apples to apples comparison.
And you mention that the 3pt capabilities are not as important, to who, you? Many people use the 3pt much more than a loader. This is a perfect example of everyone's circumstances may not be the same and what works well for one person may not be so good for another.
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An la805 has more than enough power to make you wish a grand L weighed more. You will find those two loaders are so close in comparison its a wash based off which bucket you bought.
jyoutz
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jyoutz
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The MX also has a cat 1/2 hitch. In my biased opinion, the larger front wheels on the MX are a significant upgrade that provides more stability and better travel over rough ground. When I was shopping, the stability of the MX is what sold me because I value that above most other attributes. I spent too many years doing the butt pucker with a narrow, less stable tractor.Other than horsepower, the L4760 is a more capable machine at the 3pt, the loader, and overall tractor weight. Not by a lot, but more is more.
Plus the L is considered a deluxe machine while the MX is a more economy-type machine.
If you don't need the HP, or have a need to be able to use both cat 1 & cat 2 implements, I think that I would be leaning toward the L4760.
Good luck with your decision.
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Pretty much what I eluded to in my earlier post.
If you don't need the HP, or have a need to be able to use both cat 1 & cat 2 implements, I think that I would be leaning toward the L4760.
If you don't need the HP, or have a need to be able to use both cat 1 & cat 2 implements, I think that I would be leaning toward the L4760.
jyoutz
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kubotafreak
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Your boys are not wrong Matt Ellerbee, jyoutz But again, I bet you are shifting much more in an Mx than you do in a GL...
There is something to be said about having a speed multiplier, and an automatic one at that...I didnt even mention auto throttle. Just poking fun. They are both great machines. I probably wouldn't buy mine again at current prices. At current rate, I would prob do the mx6000 with air ride.
jyoutz
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Your boys are not wrong Matt Ellerbee, jyoutz But again, I bet you are shifting much more in an Mx than you do in a GL...
I do 75% of my work in M range, and shift to L range when doing loader work. I seldom use H range, except on the road.Your boys are not wrong Matt Ellerbee, jyoutz But again, I bet you are shifting much more in an Mx than you do in a GL...
There is something to be said about having a speed multiplier, and an automatic one at that...I didnt even mention auto throttle. Just poking fun. They are both great machines. I probably wouldn't buy mine again at current prices. At current rate, I would prob do the mx6000 with air ride.
I get it. I guess I don’t consider a range change as “shifting”, even though it clearly is. I was thinking clutch and 1-4!Your boys are not wrong Matt Ellerbee, jyoutz But again, I bet you are shifting much more in an Mx than you do in a GL...
There is something to be said about having a speed multiplier, and an automatic one at that...I didnt even mention auto throttle. Just poking fun. They are both great machines. I probably wouldn't buy mine again at current prices. At current rate, I would prob do the mx6000 with air ride.
Read what is in the sentence. Here it is with a few more words.
If you don't need the HP or need the capability to use both cat 1 and cat 2 implements, then I would be leaning toward the L4760.
Not everyone uses cat 2 implements. If the OP is one of those people that only use cat 1 implements, then that would be another reason to not need to be considering the MX.
jyoutz
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The MX can use either/or. It’s Cat 1/2. Solely cat 1 implements can be used with the MX (with the $5 bushings).
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You're absolutely right. It appears that the L4760 with the 1055 loader has a slight edge over the MX6000 with the 1065A loader. Perhaps that's due to the slightly higher rated flow rate of the hydraulic pump on the L or maybe the 1055 is lighter than the 1065A. It does seem odd though that if you use "Build My Kubota" on the Kubota website it shows the L4760 loader as 1055 and lift capacity as 1,784 LBS.Maybe try comparing at the same measuring points.
When the L4760 has the 1055 loader on it, the max lift at the pins is 2361 lbs.
At 500MM in front of the pins it is then 1784 lbs
The MX with the 1065 loader is 2275 lbs at the pins.
At 500MM in front of the pins, it is then 1691 lbs.
These specs are from Tractor Data, if they are wrong, I apologize.
Normally it is best to compare using the same measuring points if you want an actual apples to apples comparison.
And you mention that the 3pt capabilities are not as important, to who, you? Many people use the 3pt much more than a loader. This is a perfect example of everyone's circumstances may not be the same and what works well for one person may not be so good for another.
And you mention that the 3pt capabilities are not as important, to who, you? Many people use the 3pt much more than a loader. This is a perfect example of everyone's circumstances may not be the same and what works well for one person may not be so good for another.
As for the rear of the tractor and the 3-point, take a look at the implement limitation tables for both tractors for an apples to apples comparison. I can't imagine a situation where lifting 2,000lb is a thing but maybe someone is using the rear of the tractor in a way that I'm not aware of.
Clearly, the Grand L tractors have a vastly superior transmission with lots of nice features and I looked closely at the L6060 before settling on the MX6000. If the front wheel/tire combination was more appealing I would have opted for the L6060 since it's a much nicer tractor in every way. A friend has an L4060 and wishes that he'd bought more horsepower.
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