Recent content by tomato coupe

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    Opinions on the Kubota B2650?

    I actually took delivery of a B2650 this morning. It joins a New Holland of the same weight and engine size, and a larger (and much heavier) Kubota L45. I don't know if your question about lift capacity refers to the loader or the 3-pt hitch. If it is the latter, I would say the B2650 punches...
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    Questions about new L45

    I bought the L45 for clean up after our area suffered severe flooding in September. Once I finish with that, it will be used for routine stuff -- cleaning ditches, drilling post holes, loading manure, plowing snow, etc. I didn't consider an L35 or L39, mainly because there weren't any for...
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    Questions about new L45

    The L45 is only available with an HST. Nonetheless, I think you are right. I looked at the brochure for the L39 (which is only available with a GST) and it looks like that is where the F/R lever is located. The two models must share some parts, including the plastic dash panel. So, anyone...
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    Questions about new L45

    Thanks for the info. The L45 is a new machine, fresh off the lot. It has the display panel on the right fender, with nothing on the front "dashboard" except the hole I mentioned. (Photo attached.) I have the Operator's Manual, but none of the figures show the hole in the dash nor the toolbox...
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    Questions about new L45

    I just bought a new L45 loader-backhoe a few weeks ago and had a couple of simple questions. I did not get the optional tool box. Can anyone tell me how big it is and where it would be mounted? Also, does anyone know the purpose of the hole located to the left of the steering wheel? It is in...