I've been trying to decide on the best tractor for my needs for a while. We have all the major brands within a 30 minute drive and most of the dealers have good reputations. I narrowed it down to a Branson 5220R and the Kubota MX5200HST.
I have friends that own both brands. They didn't have same models but no one was interested in selling a Kubota and some of the Branson owners while not looking to sell were willing to entertain offers. Each had its good and bad points, but in the end the loyalty won.
So to maintain 70 acres (25 pasture, 5 lake, 35 woods, 5 house and yard) I finally got the MX w/FEL, RC, BB, Grapple w/ 3rd function and hoses (installed) and Canopy. Wanted several other things like remotes, rake etc but didn't have cash for all. I can add them later. Take delivery in 12 days. Going on vacation and wanted to wait until we return.
Thanks to all the members that post here. I've been lurking a few months and threads here have been invaluable.
I have friends that own both brands. They didn't have same models but no one was interested in selling a Kubota and some of the Branson owners while not looking to sell were willing to entertain offers. Each had its good and bad points, but in the end the loyalty won.
So to maintain 70 acres (25 pasture, 5 lake, 35 woods, 5 house and yard) I finally got the MX w/FEL, RC, BB, Grapple w/ 3rd function and hoses (installed) and Canopy. Wanted several other things like remotes, rake etc but didn't have cash for all. I can add them later. Take delivery in 12 days. Going on vacation and wanted to wait until we return.
Thanks to all the members that post here. I've been lurking a few months and threads here have been invaluable.