Kubota L3430 4.90 star(s) (13)

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Kubota L3430 Discussions (152)

Here are the most recent L3430 topics from our community.
  1. Todd8665

    Kubota L3430 leaking injector return

    Warning - I am not necessarily in a hurry to do/attempt this repair so this may take a while. I noticed a drip coming from the tractor and determined that it was diesel. Further inspection led...
  2. W

    Aftermarket L3430 AC compressor?

    Last year you guys led me through diagnosing my AC issue as far as I could go and I ended up taking it to the local Kubota dealer. Bad compressor was the diagnosis and they quoted $2300 to make it...
  3. I

    Kubota L3130/L3430 brake light switch

    Hello, I need the p/n for Kubota L3130/L3430 break light switch. Please see the attached picture. Thank you
  4. W

    L3430 AC compressor not kicking in

    This is a well maintained 2004 L3430 HSTC with 1005 hours on it. The screens are clean and the freon is good. Before I start trying to trace wires tomorrow I wanted to ask if there is a relay in...
  5. J

    Kubota L3430 want to trade R1’s for turfs or R4’s

    I have a 2005 Kubota L3430 I’m picking up this week but prefer to run turf tires or R4’s and not the R1’s that are on it. The tractor has only 660 hours so tires are in incredible condition...
  6. J

    Tire trade..L3430

    Would anybody be interested in swapping L3430 AG tires for turf tires. My ag tires have 660 hours on them and are impeccable. I’m just buying this tractor this week and the deal was too good to...
  7. K

    Steering feels funny on L3430 HST

    Dear Forum, I am not sure how to describe it.. Steering feels like it's not 100% responsive, as if when I turn the wheel it feels catchup here and there, like skipping a tooth. The steering is...
  8. K

    Proper part numbers for a 4-way hydraulic control for Kubota L3430

    Hi Forum, A while ago, I got a 57″ Standard Ditch Bank Flail Mower, FH-AGL145 Via asking this forum and digging through to documentation, I determined that I need a 4-way hydrolic control. I was...
  9. jeffgreef

    L3430 block heater

    Help me out, Kubota gurus; Bought a block heater for my 2003 L3430 GST, but I guess I got the wrong one. Part I got is 70000-73595. It is the type that pushes in with O ring seal. Instructions...
  10. W

    L3430 HST transmission drain plugs

    I'm doing the 800 hour transmission service on my 2006 L3430 HST and the manual that came with it shows 4 drain plugs. One on each brake housing, one at the differential and one further forward. I...
  11. T

    L3430 FEL options?

    Hello I just purchased an l3430 hstc. Currently it has an articulating snow plow in the front. I want to get a front end loader for it. What are my options? LA723 stock. Can稚 find any. TA-170...
  12. K

    Fixing 4x4 engagement on Kubota L3430

    So the other day I was was driving down the hill in 2wd with a bucket full of stone, tractor started to slide, and in panic I slammed down the 4x4 lever (which didn't work yet produced that...
  13. TNhobbyfarmer

    Will my L3430 handle a 6' tiller ok?

    28.5 PTO hp. Would prefer a 6'over a 5' so it would cut out the wheels.
  14. F

    L3430 moving snow blower from rear to front mount

    I have a L3430 and the Farm King 740 3 point snow blower, it works great -- But gets old looking backwards all the time. Does anyone know of a system that can be put on the tractor to remount the...
  15. C

    Price Check Price Check: Kubota L3430

    Went out to look at this and everything checks out, looks like a solid machine. Looks like the price is right too. He is asking $14,000. Thoughts? Runs and operates excellent L3430 model 35...
  16. S

    Rear wiper blade kit for Kubota L3430HSTC?

    Searched google and the forum but didn't come up with anything. I use my L3430 to snowblow our 1/4 mile drive. Went out today for the first session of the winter and all the blown snow just kept...
  17. P

    Back Hoe options for L3430

    I was thinking a back hoe attachment would be a handy thing to have. I was wondering what options there are for the Kubota L3430. I know Woods makes some affordable units. A Kubota one would cost...
  18. P

    Buying a used L3430 GST changing transmission fluiid

    I am in the process of buying a used Kubot L3430 with around 2100 hrs on it. The owner says he never changed the transmission fluid in it. The manual says to change every 400 hrs and I am...
  19. P

    Mowing B7800 vs L3430 both about 35HP

    I am in the process of buying a 44 acre farm. The current owner has a Kubota L3430 with about 2000 hrs on it. I have a B7800 that has 300 hrs on it. I have a loader and a box blade and a 6 ft...
  20. W

    Adding LED rear work lights to cab of L3430 HSTC

    I'm replacing my front, cab mounted work lights with LEDs and plan to mount 2 of the same on the rear of the cab. There aren't any work lights on the rear now, only the orange flashers. The...
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User Reviews (13)

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5.00 star(s)
Matt McDowell

L3430 Kubota
Tractor for Forest Management
Model Year: 1998

We own 10 acres in Michigan. It was completely overgrown making the many white and red oaks all but invisible because of all the aspen, white pine and beech choking them out. Equipped with a FEL mounted grapple rake, the L3430 is capable of pushing down a 60' 12" diameter aspen or white pine, picking it up root and all, stacking it on a pile leaving no stump whatsoever. In four weeks I piled up enough brush to grind 400 yds. of mulch. It only burns 5 gallons of fuel per day. The only problem with the design is that, being a HST model, all the plumbing is under the tractor and very exposed. The first year of work, I drove over an old stump which rolled and bent a suction line. I lost $100 of fluid and a week of work rounding up parts. Same thing happened the next year. Bad thing about hydros, you loose hydraulic pressure, you can't do anything, like drive or even turn the wheels. I solved the problem by building a skid plate and brush guard which kept the tractor happy this year.

Pros: Very maneuverable in tight quarters, economical to operate as long as you don't break a suction line.
Cons: Open under-carriage makes brush clearing risky.

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5.00 star(s)
TOBIASE

L3430 Kubota
Kubota L3430
Model Year: 2006

Good dependable machine. Had one problem with the PTO clutch, which was set wrong at the factory and failed. This was replaced which fully resolved the issue. Good service from my dealer on the repair and use of a loaner tractor during the repair time. A little low on power but has met my needs and has moved hundreds of tons of earth and gravel with the excellent FEL. The quick change bucket mount works well. Note that the Kubota quick attach dimensions on tractors is slightly different from the standard skid steer mounts and some attachments had loose mounting.

Pros: Reliable, FEL, good 3 pt hitch, good cab.
Cons: Little low on power with HST.

5.00 star(s)
RealCodyO

L3430 Kubota
L3430
Model Year: 0

I'm the property manager at a summer camp in Florida. We own a Kubota L3430 and it's never failed us. It's been beyond neglected for years before I took the position and still runs beautifully. I am currently looking for locations to get it looked over and afterwards I'm more than confident with maintaining the tractor myself.

Pros: Reliable, powerful, durable.
Cons: A little light, needs weight plates or ballast for some heavier towing jobs.

5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

L3430 Kubota
L3430 HSTC
Model Year: 2004

Baught it used really didn't want cab. But when winter hits I think I'll love the cab. It is very convienent to get in and out off, no regrets. Very accurate 3pth for useing my box scraper.

Pros: Extendable 3pth arms.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
n375etd

L3430 Kubota
Kubota L3430DT
Model Year: 2004

2004 Kubota would be another Kubota feel good tractor.

Pros: Well built.
Cons: Need more power.

5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

L3430 Kubota
Kubota L3430 HST
Model Year: 2004

When I bought my Kubota I did lots of research on this size tractor. It all boiled down to Kubota or John Deere. I could not afford to pay thousands of $$$ just to have green paint and a "Made in USA" stamp. For the same amount of money the Kubota was twice the I could have purchased a JD for. This tractor has always performed beyond my expectations. Mine is 4-wheel drive with industrial tires, HD front end loader, and lots of implements. I have 23 acres of mostly big mature hardwoods with a small creek, steep hills, and lots of rocks of all sizes. The L3430 has moved TONS of rocks and huge trees with no hesitation or problems. It's also used in the half acre garden. Implements include: power tiller, scrape blade, box blade, post-hole digger, bus hog, and pallet forks.

Pros: Dependable, reliable, tough.
Cons: Gets stuck if the frame bottoms out.

5.00 star(s)
mjm1

L3430 Kubota
Kubota L3430
Model Year: 2008

Bulletproof.

Pros: Build quality, value.
Cons: None.

5.00 star(s)
the_g

L3430 Kubota
Grand L3430 HSTC
Model Year: 2003

I traded my 1979 International 510 rubber tired loader even Steven for this 2003 L3430 HSTC. It came with a LA723 and quick detach bucket as well as a quick detach set of forks, Rear mounted 6' Meteor snowblower, rear tire chains and various other 3 pt. hitch items. So far I think I got a good deal. I was concerned about the high hours but my local dealer said it was not a problem. The hydro pedal was very sticky but after taking it all apart, cleaning it, filing off all the rust on the pivot pins and regreasing it before assembly, it's like a new pedal!

Pros: Cab! Heat, A/C, Radio, Hydrostatic, great all around visability.
Cons: Hydro pedal pivot points should be greaseable.

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5.00 star(s)
mrpjwest

L3430 Kubota
Excellent Tractor
Model Year: 2007

This Kubota was an excellent buy and fit for our needs. I use an8' rear blade and bucket for extensive snow plowing in winter. I use a 6' brush cutter on the rear in summer to cut weeds and pasture grass down on about 15 acres at least once every year. It is so very capable and easy to operate. I have the cab version with hydrostatic and have been truly satisfied.

Pros: Small overall size, exceptionally smooth operation of all controls.
Cons: None that I can think of yet.

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4.00 star(s)
Red Eye

L3430 Kubota
2005 Kubota L3430 HST Tractor
Model Year: 2005

Good reliable engine, but a bit underpowered. Engine starts every time even in cold weather. If you live on flat land, power may be adequate for you. HST has been a good reliable transmission, except initially required a warranty job when new with the HST having jerking problems, but the dealer fixed it up promptly. Front end loader has had warranty on one of the cylinders, but has leaked ever since. The main ears on the boom broke off one side, just when warranty expired. When I phoned to tell Kubota, they said, "you are on your own". The warranty expired. When I said that someone could be injured by this problem, they again said, "your warranty has expired". I rebuilt the broken parts as well as the good one with heavier metal, 1/4 inch plate instead of the 3/16, and haven't had any more ears breaking off. The front axle is too light. I had one warranty job replacing bearings and seals. Since then another failed bearing and had to replace them, again at my cost. The Kubota dealer said that I was working the tractor too hard. I was quite insulted, because the dealer person didn't look like he ever put any time on a tractor in his life. I have bumped up my oil change intervals, and change the front diff. when I do the engine each 100 hrs. In cold weather the loader controls freeze up, so I have been keeping the tractor in a heated shop for the past 3 years. Since then, no problem. The HST filters and oil will cost you about $1.00/hr of operation. Overall, the tractor is good value for the money. You have to baby the weak front end and must repair the flaws in the front end loader to prevent someone from getting hurt, otherwise you will likely be happy with the tractor.

Pros: The HST is the only way to go for loader work.
Cons: Bucket controls are in a poor location, your arm will cramp up after a few hours of it being stuck up in the air in front of you.

5.00 star(s)
rpraymond

L3430 Kubota
Kubota L3430HSTC
Model Year: 2006

I bought my tractor mainly for snow removal and for that use it's been more than excellent. I have the front mounted blower and combined with the cab it makes snow removal effortless. I had a gear driven rear mounted blower tractor for my last setup and while it did the job there is no comparison for ease of use with the HST front mounted unit. I also use it for brush hogging and splitting wood with a 3 point mounted splitter. The cab is comfortable and quiet. The heater/air conditioning is more than adequate for any weather. Yes it was expensive ($30k) but I plan on keeping for as long as I live in my house and I'm sure it will last.

Pros: Comfort & quality
Cons: expensive

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5.00 star(s)
Anonymous Poster

L3430 Kubota
L3430HSTC
Model Year: 2006

Very satisfied. Would have liked to have had the 50 hp model for additional power but had to stay in budget & keep the cab.

Pros: Quality, ease of use, user friendly
Cons: none

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5.00 star(s)
mrpjwest

L3430 Kubota
Great Tractor
Model Year: 2007

I have yet to find a problem with this tractor or anything I would want to be different. Buying a tractor with a cab was the best decision I made regarding this purchase. It's a perfect fit for my needs.

Pros: Perfect size, good power, excellent reliability, loaded with features, and great comfort.
Cons: Can't exit cab from right-hand door

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