My dealer did not know this either. In the manual for the B2650 if you lock the brake on the PTO will operate. This lets you run a chipper. There is a micro switch which operates with the break lock that lets the PTO operate. I also used this switch to operate a light in the dash so I don't forget to unlock the brake. I know we have all done this
Thank you so much for the thorough comparison of both the B2650 and LX series. I've been in the market for the B2650 for a while, and when we finally were ready to pull the trigger, I was disheartened to hear it had been discontinued. We went ahead and got the LX2610 coming, but I was still a bit uneasy that it was effectively a flashy B2601 model. This did make me feel a bit better bout going with the LX. Thanks for the great head to head overview!
I dont mean to be offtopic but does any of you know a tool to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly lost my password. I would appreciate any tips you can give me
@Yahir Lyle i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm in the hacking process atm. I see it takes quite some time so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
I have a 2016 BX 25DLB! I love it! Hydraulic Snowplow/Dozer blade ,rubber feet on backhoe,night LED flood lights, weight box, third valve, 2019 Grapple!
I have the outgoing B3350 Cab, at first I had many issues with what I thought was the emissions. Turns out my stalling issue was something like a slug that must have dropped into the fuel tank and would intermittently plug the fuel line, I still need to locate or make a strainer for the filler neck. Second problem is I wasn’t running RPM above 2000 when running backhoe, resulting in regen issues and inability to start. Since running above 2000 I have not had to regen during or after backhoe use. Seat safety switch is sensitive and would cut motor when bouncing up and down, removed connector and jumped it to stay on all times. Treddel pedal safety switch intermittently would cause a no restart problem, keep it lubed up and wiggle it then try to start again. At the end of the day I don’t think the b3350 is as bad as they say because 75% of my problems we caused by things you would see on any Kubota with same parts. I still fear the regen especially during use but much less now that I know how and when I can tolerate the process.
I went to the local Kubota dealer a couple weeks ago hoping for some explanation of the various compact models & got nothing of the sort. In fact he made it even more confusing as the salesman even gave me an (old/outdated) B2650/B3350 brochure not mentioning those models are seemingly no longer made so I was left wondering what the difference between a BXX50 and an LX is which you so kindly answered.. Not such a warm fuzzy & I'd likely never buy a tractor from them. He basically pointed to a BX and said this is what you need (it may be) although I really like the physical size of the B (aka "small B") series and indicated I wanted something larger. You cleared up some confusion - Thanks!
My local rental company bought new B2650s couple years ago and I rented it at 30 hours. 1 year later rented it again at 1650 hours and still looks and functions great. You have a great machine there Chief.
@@MessicksEquip When you do re-roof, you need to put a good roof under that one, then the old shingles over top just so we don't miss out on the comments
As to the weight of these LX tractor's I just got a LX2610HSD with the large R4'S loaded with RimGuard. A 60" bucket on the loader and Cheap Tarter 6' back blade it weights 3555 pounds
I bet Tractor Time with Tim will see this and tell all his viewers that the Deere 3E series is way better than the Kubota B, L or LX series in every way.
Another great, informative video, Neill!!! So, it would still be accurate to say the Standard L series is the more capable machine regarding loader capacity?
I’m interested in knowing why as a shopper I would or should buy the SU model over the L2501 or vice versa. I hope that gets addressed as it’s not very clear how these two models overlap and how they differ in regards to user application.
H Phillips That is Max weight cap and max lift heigh. L series lift higher, also l series have more lift down at the bottom of the loader lift curve, and they are build about 2X as strong. I have a B2650 myself and never really noticed the difference in loafers until they are side by side. B50 loader is more similar to a bx loader. L loader and mounting brackets are a lot beefier
If I remember correctly you can rub dish soap on pans before you cook on a camp fire and you can wipe the soot right off the pan. You can try that with the loader. Or just wax it and buff or clay bar every so often to remove.
I installed a 45 degree angle piece of radiator hose to direct the exhaust away from the loader, works great and the exhaust hasn't damaged the hose at all.
Looks like they also got rid of that ridiculous bucket level indicator on the 50 series. I removed mine and made a simple indicator similar to what’s on the new series.
I love your videos they are very helpful. I have a question, I have a B2650 and the other day I went and got some diesel for it at a new station and I didn't notice until I filled the cans that the diesel had that def fluid in it is it safe for me to use this in my B2650? I filled 2 5 gallon cans. Thanks Ken
Great vid Neil... question... You mentioned a larger tire on the LX2610SU model than the more deluxe models have ( "an inch higher and two inches wider" ) at 6:20 - 6:48. This appears to be an R4 tread, what is the tire size you're referring to? I'm considering an SU purchase very soon... thanks for a quick answer!
Hey Neil, have you had any customers complain about the swift-tach setup on the LX series? I had both sides of the loader cone off (separate times) rather violently. One of those times smashed the side of the hood. I had to get the top pins back from the dealer and put them back in. In my opinion this loader/tractor is too heavy for that style of pawl. Both times mine pooped off from simply driving across the field. My assumption is the geometry us off, and the weight bounces just right to allow those pawls to unload and slip.
I've not heard anything, there have been no service bulletins about it either. If it was a problem their safety police would be all over it. Is it possible the paws where not fully engaged?
@@MessicksEquip No, they were fully engaged. My dealer was able to recreate the issue and took a bunch of pictures to send off to corporate. I will say that the loader is MUCH more rigid and solid feeling with pins in.
The Lx2610 will it take the Curtis cab from the 2650 now?? And does the front snowblower work on the Lx2610 ?? Didn’t know if I needed the mid pto for the snowblower?? Please let me know before I make a costly mistake of buying the wrong model lx2610 or lx2610su. Thank you
Neil - great video! Quick question...will the B2782b front snowblower, sub-frame, and PTO shaft from a cabbed B2650 also work on the new cabbed LX2610? Thanks!
That's a big yard, there's a million places he could video. But always in front of that particular building with that roof. I'm guessing it's part of the fun now, and Neil's telling the guys "you can't fix that roof, half my views are just people coming to complain about it."
Why on the new lx series did they change the pins on the loaders? The 50 series seems stronger with the pins going through collars with a bolt holding it.
So Mr. Neil, I was gonna trade my 60hr L3301 for a cab bx3350. I bought it for our farm, love the power, love the size....but i desperately need a/c. Figured the 3350 would still run my 72'' finish mower, and blade. But the LX3310 would be what I'm after now? Would dealers possibly be discounting the 3350's maybe in time?....Don't guess the 525 loader off the L series would go on these either huh? Dang I wish I could have a beer with you.....So inexperienced with so many questions lol.
@@MessicksEquip The title says LX 2610 and you showed the LX 3310, I am assuming the difference is just the horse power so any of the extras would apply to the 2610 as well and seeing as how it's a whole new line there is barely a difference at all but I'm in the process of buying one of the last B2650's on the lot so I have a slight bias.
I want to replace the bent grill guard on my B2650. I think you said the new one on the LX model is a replacement option. I cannot find the part for sale anywhere. Would any dealer be able to order it?
Neil. What is your advice to those that live at high elevation? I’m at 8,000 feet and am in the process of shopping for a tractor. I’ve basically settled on the LX3310 because of the turbo and the efficiency at altitude it gives. I will be doing some PTO work, but mostly loader and backhoe. I hate the idea of paying for 26 hp and only getting about 18-20. Anyway, what would you recommend?
Dose kubota make a tractor with a total width of 5.5’ or less with a factory cab? I’m looking for something for mowing about 20 acres of Christmas trees, a cab would make it a much easier job
