Which Tractor is the Best for Me? Kubota L2501 vs John Deere 3E
Trying to decide which compact tractor is the right option for you? Debating between the Kubota L2501 vs. the John Deere 3025E? At Burke Equipment Company, located in Delmar, Delaware, we carry a fantastic selection of compact tractors, and we’re constantly amazed by the Kubota L2501 and its dominant versatility. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why the L2501 stands out against the ordinary in a crowded tractor segment!
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Let’s face it, nobody wants to buy a tractor knowing that they’ll have to replace it in the near future. Kubota prides itself in durability and reliability and with its steel construction, the L2501 promises it’ll last you for years and years to come. John Deere constructs its tractors with aluminum parts, which provide ample durability, but when compared with steel, it’s clear to see which tractor is built to last. The L2501 features a metal, one piece hood, designed with easy access in mind, while the John Deere 3025E utilizes a two-piece plastic hood for engine access. Both tractors offer an optional cab, perfect for year round comfort and both air conditioning and heating, alongside ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) options for guaranteed peace of mind when operating. The Kubota L2501’s helical cut gears make for a quieter and smoother ride, and coupled with a heavy duty front axle and cast steel transmission, it’s one fantastic piece of machinery.
Compact tractors have outstanding practicality whether you’re using them for hobbies or for chores. Wondering whether the Kubota L2501 or John Deere 3025E has more horsepower? It’s a tight-race with the Kubota L2501 topping out at 24.8 horsepower and the John Deere 3025E sporting a hearty 24.7 horsepower. The Kubota L2501 offers two transmission options, a Hydrostatic, three-range transmission and a gear drive transmission, where the John Deere 3025E offers a hydrostatic transmission with two ranges. The John Deere 3025E offers the operator a standard hydraulic system, complete with two remote hydraulic valves, while the Kubota L2501 boasts a deluxe system with three valves for maximum performance. At the end of the day, your Kubota L2501 is sure to have gas still in the tank, thanks to a 10-gallon deep fuel tank and the John Deere 3025E boasts an admirable 7.5-gallon tank to help you work throughout the day. When you’re looking for reliable and powerful performance, look no further than a Kubota.
With a wide range of performance matched attachments, the Kubota L2501 and John Deere 3025E allow you to expand your horizons and tackle jobs around your property you’ve never thought possible. Curious about what has better PTO horsepower, the Kubota L2501 or John Deere 3025E? The 3025E pumps out a robust 19.4 PTO horsepower and the L2501 cranks those ponies up to 20.5 PTO horsepower for exceptional range to power through the job at hand. Both compact tractors offer a Category I front hitch and the L2501 lets you move and groove with ease thanks to an optional quick mount front loader with simultaneous lift and curl functionality. Mid-mount mowers, harrows, tillers and rakes, to name a few attachments, are all designed to give you a hand around the property and make sure you’re operating at maximum capability.
Be sure to put plenty of research into your decision, as both tractors are excellent pieces of equipment and will help you take your performance to the next level. Thinking that the Kubota L2501 is the right choice for you? Here at Burke Equipment Company, we’d love to walk you around the Kubota L2501 Compact Tractor and answer any questions you may have about its functions and systems. You can fill out our Get a Quote form below, give us a call or use the map located at the bottom of the page for directions to our location. We hope to do business with you at Burke Equipment Company, located in Delmar, Delaware!