"What a great tractor. It is running strong after twenty-six years. It ran a 60-inch mid mount for most of its life, although it has had its share of real tractor work with a three-point brush hog and 5-foot rear mount finish mower as well as a rear blade for winter. I put a fresh coat of paint and decals on a few years back and she looks great again. The three-point and hydraulics in general work very well. There is plenty of power to raise the front end off the ground. The engine is running great with no leaks and just a little bit of blow-by. It starts really good in the cold as well. The only real mechanical problem has been a Dynamo failure, but I got a new bearing kit and she works like new (the electrical light came on as well, as it should), which brings the point of the well laid out instrument panel. There is a nice large placement of gauges. One issue is the panel lights aren't very bright and not back lit. The hydrostatic is good, and although three ranges would be preferred, it still has power for the size of the tractor. It has acquired the common creeping movement of the HST that doesn't always return to neutral with the pedal. This is not a problem to me since I always make sure to put the range in neutral. It also works as an auto pilot when hooking up trailers and whatnot. That's really the only issue with the machine. I'm sure it will run for years to come with normal preventive maintenance and a roof over its hood. I would definitely buy a new one. I literally am buying a new B50 series Kubota (B2650). "

"This has been an excellent little tractor, and I have had only one failure to date (burst hose). There is play in the steering box (noticeable between the steering wheel and the box) and I need to find some guidance on the adjustment procedure for the steering box. My tractor is fitted with an under slung twin mower deck (currently detached) and an OEM loader which I use mostly. I would like to find a local dealer and locate a full set of decals to support a bodywork overhaul. It spends its life outside under a tarp but starts every time. I use OEM service parts. It would be nice to have a little more power on tap but overall it is an excellent little tractor and has been cheap to run."

"Tractor performs well with the handful of implements I have: FEL, Bearcat chipper/shredder, post hole drill, rear blade, pallet (?) lift. Considering the acquisition of an rear PTO-run Iron and Oak log splitter (still trying to make sure the tractor HP is sufficient)."

"A brand new tractor aged 22. I'll soon have to deal with the 300hrs maintenance operations. AFAIK a good, reliable tractor. One thing to point out: being quite light with respect to my former Renault D35 (was about 2200kgs), it's hard to use any instrument without front weights."

"This tractor is by far the best I've owned she always surprises me and 20 years and 2440 hrs still runs like 24hrs we haven't needed to replace any major component other then normal maintenance. A couple months ago, the alternator stop charging but to fix was as simple as taking it apart and putting new bearings in and now running beautifully and would suggest to anyone and any other Kubota products."

"My 1st tractor and so far I keep asking myself why didn't I buy one years earlier. Tractor does everything I want. "

"I purchased the tractor as a 2yo with high hours - it had been used to pull a poo picker at racing stables. I bought it to replace a manual Ford 1210. The first thing that hit me was the ease of use of the hydrostatic, coming from a manual. Whilst other manufacturers claim a two-pedal system is better than the heel-toe of a Kubota, I find on this machine there is plenty of room to put my toe under the forward pedal and lift it to go backwards. The tractor seems to be based on the old 7200 with an 8200 (20HP) engine. Certainly my loader, a KBF200 designed for the 7200, bolted straight on. The hydraulics are good for the loader - it moves fast when running at 2000 RPM (which is roughly the speed I use for non-PTO work. Note, you need a vertical exhaust to use a detachable loader. Whilst the hydraulics are strong, they are a bit primitive. The trailer tipping pipe is an extra, and when fitted you have to select between the three point or trailer tipper via a valve under the seat that diverts the oil the appropriate way. Also, to tip it is necessary to remove the stop on the operating lever (I just rotate it 180) so level move all the way - however, if you are not careful and operate the TPL without the stop, the links move to top of stroke and the safety cut-out valve diverts hydraulics - a great idea except the trailer tipping is also restricted. Something to remember. Also, there are no two-way spool valves from new - but can be easily fitted by tapping into the loader hydraulic output on LHS behind engine. The configuration is not flat floor - i.e. you straddle the transmission tunnel. I like this - you sit lower down to it feels less tippy. Combined with wider turf tires than fitted to later models it feels very stable. The transfer box really could do with three speeds - top speed on low is about 4.5MPH / 7KPH. When mowing it just want to go that bit faster - but high sometimes does not have the power. Ditto moving a heavy trailer. Top speed in high is about 12MPH - only just sufficient for moving short distances on the road. It has proved VERY reliable - I have had to change a few things (light switch, seat, fan bearings) but nothing serious. On the design side, the battery is to left of seat and over years acid has splashed onto the wings causing excessive corrosion that has to be addressed. I guess this why batteries are back under bonnet now! Lights are not the strong point. European models have different tail and indicator lights and there tends to be earthing issues to resolve from time to time. Headlamps are dim, but adequate to drive by - but additional lights would be desirable for night time working. ROPS is a bit of a pain for those of use with low door ways - it hinges near the base so when folded down only goes down 100 degrees and sits on the bonnet. Again, later ones were hinged half way up so folded through 180 and were less of an obstacle. The power of the tractor is good - a friend with a 21HP JD recons that the Kubota 20HP has more power. Revs and torque I guess. The engine is now on 5500 HRS and breathes a bit through the tube. I have just changed two heater plugs as starting was getting difficult - it is better now - and will be better still when I get time to remove fuel tank to fit the third heater. Yes - design flaw!!! The engine is 3cyl, 950cc and revs to about 2800 or so. It does not sound like it is ripping itself apart - even when I put the chipper on it. The radiator has a prefilter screens on it - and the engine is a blower, not a sucker (i.e air flow is forwards through rad. The screens need to be kept clean (and one on hydraulic oil) as it will overheat otherwise. Basic maintenance. Also keep an eye on air filter - a blocked one is not good! Rear PTO is two speed, but to be honest I only use 540. There is a mid PTO for a mower but have not used that either as I use a TPL mower. Parts have never been an issue - dealer so far has got everything I asked overnight. Can be pricey - like GBP800 (USD1200 at time or writing) for the aforementioned right wing. Even decals available for when I get round to repainting it - as is trim - some of the plasticy bits on bonnet break too easily. Display is easy to read - a proper rev counter not a silly little dial on earlier models. My steering has gone very slack - but after 5500 hrs it may just need some adjustments and bearings for front axle pivot. The tractor features bi-speed turn - a mechanism to speed up front axle when turning. Nice idea - but can rip up grass. I leave it off. Whilst some of the above seems like a list of faults, I think they are mostly minor areas where things could have been done better. No show-stoppers. Based on this machine, would I buy another? Yes, definitely."