Kubota LA 854 Tractor Review

Tom’s brother, Jim, purchased a new Kubota LA 854 tractor last spring. He brought it down to the shop so Tom could build and weld on a few accessories before using it. Tom fabricated a hook and chain holder for the front end loader. The holder is made out of half inch hot rolled steel that was cut using a plasma cutter. Tom then ground down the edges and drilled a hole using a drill bin in a milling machine.
Jim chose a 4740 Kubota tractor. It has 49 horse power. It came with an LA 854 front end loader. Jim also added the backhoe attachment, snowplow attachment and a set of fork lift forks.
There are a few things you should keep in mind when shopping around for a new tractor. First of all, look for a brand name. There are some off brands out there, but you will want to make sure and insure your investment by choosing a reliable company that will stay in business for years to come. I is also good to purchase your new tractor from a local dealer. This makes servicing and maintenance a lot easier. If you are in doubt about what size of tractor to buy, go with a little bit larger machine than you think you’ll need. It is better to have a tractor that does the work, rather than trying to push a smaller one. Most high altitude owners usually go for a turbo engine. It gives the extra power needed, although they will be pricier than a non-turbo. If you live closer to sea level it might be good to purchase a tractor with a bigger engine without the turbo. Tractors also come with a gas or diesel option. A diesel will typically last longer. They tend to be harder to start in cold climates though. They are also better on fuel mileage, but tend to be more expensive to rebuild.
Finally, never rule out purchasing a used tractor. Pay attention to the mileage on the machine, who the previous owners were and how they used the tractor. Also, ask to look at the service records.