Tractor reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 176 Reddit reviews across 9 subreddits and 43 posts to rank the best Tractor brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/tractors, r/homestead, r/kubota, r/farmingsimulator, r/newhampshire. Top-rated brands include Kubota (4.6/5), John Deere (4.4/5), Massey Ferguson (4.3/5).
Stats
Reviews176
Subreddits9
Posts43
Brands79
Products25
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#1
Kubota
4.6
(32)
"We have a Kubota BX23S on our 43 acre homestead and it has done everything we have needed."
"We love our Kubota."
"Go Kubota"
"Kubota L4701. Love mine."
"I now have a Kubota MX6000 and it’s perfect."
"Kubota."
"If you have a good Kubota dealer close, buy a Kubota."
"Can say my kubota has been bullet proof."
"I have a Kubota MX6000. I love it."
"The L2501 is a very good tractor!"
#2
John Deere
4.4
(22)
"Older John Deere tractors are very reliable."
"Honestly, something like a John Deere 3020 might be good for you."
"I picked up a 1964 John Deere 3020 (about 71hp) with loader."
"My father has owned a John Deere 3020 for over 40 years, it is his go-to tractor."
"You will never have problems getting parts for John Deere or Kubota."
"The real gem for garden tractors is a well maintained post 1996 John Deere 425/445/455."
"The real gem for garden tractors is a well maintained post 1996 John Deere 425/445/455."
"I personally picked a John Deere 1025r because there are a lot of service centers near me."
"The Deere 8RX, hands down."
"JD 8rx."
#3
Massey Ferguson
4.3
(13)
"Cant go wrong with a massey 135."
"A massey ferguson 135. It's probably one of the most durable tractor ever."
"Any old Massey Ferguson will serve you very well, I’d recommend something between 40 and 60 hp with a loader already."
"I personally go for the mf one on large (forgot the name) as it’s one of those that just suits my personality."
"Go for a Ferguson. They are all over the commonwealth."
"Massey ferguson 12 lawn tractor is kinda nice or maybe the 16."
"Something name brand Kubota, Massey, John Deere, new holland, or Case IH."
"Something like an old Masse, white, case or Deere with loader bucket on it."
"A great option to consider would be a MF135."
"I love my sub compact Massey Ferguson for working around the house and garden."
#4
Ford
4.2
(13)
"Ford 8N is an actual tractor, easy to work on and maintain, looks great, and can easily be found for $1000."
"We have a Ford 8N tractor from the late 40s and still going strong."
"If you want a loader you should probably look at a utility tractor from the 70s and later. 8N will handle a brush hog and plow duty great."
"What you're gonna want is a Ford N series."
"You can likely find a 50hp+ older tractor in good condition for less than 10k."
"A ford 4000 sounds like the best thing in your price range."
"I’d skip the Ford 8n and 3000 and go towards a 4000."
"The 4000 would be a better choice."
"Old ford just make sure it has power steering!!"
"My recommendations would be a Ford 4000 or maybe an early Deere 50 series (850/950), both are close to your budget."
#5
BCS tractor
5.0
(4)
"Bcs of grillo, no question"
"My combination is a BCS and a mini skid steer."
"For 8 acres, BCS is a great choice."
"Personally I like the BCS tractor....can get almost any attachment, even a seat..."
#6
Farmall
4.8
(4)
"If you need some versatility I’d look at a 656 with a bucket."
"Farmall cub! We got ours for $1000."
"Farmall 656 or 706 with a loader."
"A farmall cub or A/Super A can be bought in running/good condition with implements for 2500-5000."
#7
New Holland
3.8
(4)
"Currently running a New Holland."
"I would not hesitate to buy New Holland either!"
"We have 2 small new hollands that are predecessors to the boomer line."
"I've got 22 acres and a 45 HP used Newholland and it's does ok for me"
#8
Kubota L Series
4.0
(3)
"Kubota L Series or LX would do the job."
"Kubota L series."
"I think you could get away with a kubota L."
#9
General
5.0
(2)
"Get the biggest tractor you can afford."
"Buy at least 10 more horsepower than you think you will need."
#10
Fendt
5.0
(2)
"Fendt 1050 or Claas Xerion."
"Fendt 1050 is the complete package in the fixed frame category."
#11
Kioti
4.5
(2)
"To my surprise Kioti is awesome machine and in my opinion best value and performance."
"You’ll save a lot of money with Kioti and get better features, warranty…"
#12
TYM
4.0
(2)
"Look at TYM or Kioti if you have a nearby dealer, more bang for buck."
"The JD “M” series is built by TYM."
#13
Husqvarna
4.0
(2)
"Husqvarna V-twin Kohler engine. It works, it's been working for 12 years with no issues."
"Husqvarna."
#14
Massey
4.0
(2)
"Massey would be another brand to take a look at."
"Massey as the others have said."
#15
Ford N Series
4.0
(2)
"N series tractor is cheap and will get the job done."
"Ford N series. 8N, 2N or 9N doesn't really matter."
#16
Titan implements
3.5
(2)
"I am a BIG fan of titan. I have purchased multiple things from them implement wise and they are great and a great deal cheaper than the rest."
"I have cid (titan) implements I got with my tractor for a reasonable price."
#17
Deutz-Fahr
3.5
(2)
"When I have to buy another tractor im looking at the Deutz-Fahr lineup."
"The only reason I'd consider a Deutz-Fahr is because they've been here for decades already, and there's plenty in the salvage yards."
#18
John Deere JD1025R
5.0
(1)
"Honestly I just picked up a JD1025r and it's amazing to have a front end loader as well."
#19
John Deere 3010
5.0
(1)
"Get a 3010 like this: 1963 JOHN DEERE 3010 For Sale in Charlotte, Michigan"
#20
Kubota MX6000
5.0
(1)
"Sounds like the MX6000 or M4 for that much land."
#21
Kubota MX5400
5.0
(1)
"I have 37 acres and an MX5400."
#22
Yanmar 27 HP with loader
5.0
(1)
"I found an imported yanmar from Japan. It's 27 horse and has a loader. Love the thing and it was the best value while I was shopping."
#23
John Deere 3025E
5.0
(1)
"I've got a JD 3025e and I love it."
#24
John Deere 5100E and 6120M
5.0
(1)
"Personally I am doing hay and I have a John Deere 2019 5100E and a 2022 6120M. The 6120M is a badass machine"
#25
Fendt 1000
5.0
(1)
"Best turn radius you can get + the speed increases to 25km/h when using it."
#26
Ford 8630
5.0
(1)
"My favorite is the Ford 8630 chip tuned with twin wheels."
#27
Kubota 25 hp
5.0
(1)
"I love my little Kubota 25 hp."
#28
Kubota tractors
5.0
(1)
"Kubota are bulletproof with a long history of quality in the compact tractor market."
#29
Kubota L3700SU
5.0
(1)
"I have a Kubota L3700su that I absolutely love."
#30
Massey Ferguson 25 hp
5.0
(1)
"Love my Massey Ferguson 25 hp."
#31
Skid Steer
5.0
(1)
"I also recommend a Skiddy for the work you want to do."
#32
Mahindra 26 hp
5.0
(1)
"I chose Mahindra (26 hp) for the low center of gravity."
#33
Yanmar tractor
5.0
(1)
"Get a yanmar. They’re Japanese, never die and super cool looking"
#34
Kioti tractors
2.0
(2)
"Kioti have some known maintenance issues particularly their transmissions depending on model."
"Wouldn't get Kioti."
#35
Betstco implements
4.0
(1)
"I've been happy with 2 different Betstco implements."
#36
Titan Stump bucket
4.0
(1)
"Stump bucket, 2 thumbs up. Good size for a small tractor. Strongly recommend."
#37
Ferguson 8N/9N
4.0
(1)
"Size wise the 8/9N’s or grey fergusons would be the best for that size of land. Cheap, easy to maintain."
#38
Yanmar small tractor
4.0
(1)
"Yanmar makes a good small tractor"
#39
Ford 2000-3000 series, International small utility tractors
4.0
(1)
"Fords from the late 60,s into the seventies like the 2000-3000 series are a good choice. Also International made a plethora of small utility tractors."
#40
Nuffield
4.0
(1)
"Nuffields are good tractors, but over enginered but works wonders and is nice to tinker with."
#41
Japanese compact diesel tractors
4.0
(1)
"Nearly any compact Japanese diesel. 4x4, foot operated diff locker, 2cyl or 3 cyl diesel."
#42
Ford 861
4.0
(1)
"861 has live pto. The hood probably just says 800/801 and you need to check the serial number on the engine to see what model it is."
#43
Oliver
4.0
(1)
"Oliver 1655 or 1755 very reliable, easy to work on!"
#44
Ford 861 Powermaster
4.0
(1)
"Theres a nice 861 powermaster ive been eyeing for around 5500"
#45
Kubota 50 hp
4.0
(1)
"We have a 50hp Kubota for a number of reasons."
#46
Deutz Aggrostar 8.31
4.0
(1)
"Deutz Aggrostar 8.31 for \~80k should do the trick"
#47
Ford 3600
4.0
(1)
"Ford 3600’s (45ish hp) are selling for between $5,000 and 7,000 in my area."
#48
Kubota M
4.0
(1)
"Seems like a Kubota M would be a solid choice."
#49
John Deere 5 Series
4.0
(1)
"If your set on Deere I would look for a used 5 series."
#50
Unknown L Series
4.0
(1)
"L series would be my recommendation as well."
#51
Kubota BX23s
4.0
(1)
"I have the BX23s for 6 acres. I really think you should jump to the L series."
#52
Unknown B7100 HST
4.0
(1)
"I think a used b7100 HST is what you're looking for."
#53
Case 1190
4.0
(1)
"I’m a Case guy, but like a previous commenter said, any diesel in any color from the 70s to now would suffice."
#54
Ford 4000, Massey 135, Massey 2430, Iseki 45 HP compact loader
4.0
(1)
"If dead set on going for something older maybe look at a ford 4000 or a Massey 135 but I’d recommend going newer and at least having 4wd if nothing else."
#55
John Deere 310A
4.0
(1)
"John deere 310 A's are great machines. Very versatile, decent horsepower and the parts availability today, at my john deere is very good."
#56
Ford 2000, John Deere M, 40, 420, 430, Allis Chalmers C
4.0
(1)
"I like my 3 cylinder ford 2000, I’ve used it for road maintenance, mowing overgrown turkey pasture, turning the manure pile and similar things on on about 9 acres."
#57
John Deere 4020, Farmall 1206
4.0
(1)
"You definitely want an older tractor, Deere 4020 is always a solid choice, but for that price you could probably get a Farmall 1206 or other 100+ hp machine"
#58
Lamborghini 1975 model
4.0
(1)
"A Lamborghini. Because there no better than taking the wife to a fancy restaurant on the lambo. The 1975 model."
#59
Kubota older models
4.0
(1)
"Or older Kubotas, can’t go wrong with either"
#60
John Deere 4430
4.0
(1)
"I would look for a John Deere 4430 or an International 1086. They can easily be found for less than 20k on the auction sites or locally at least in my area."
#61
Power King
4.0
(1)
"I have an old Power King I paid 1k for. Is sits between a tractor and a lawnmower size wise."
#62
Massey Ferguson 135, 255, 267, 275
4.0
(1)
"My grandfather used to work 100 with a Massey 135. (45 hp) You might be a bit closer to budget with something like a Massey 255/267/275 a little smaller on the hp side and the 4WD, but it’s only 40 acres."
#63
Ford 9N
4.0
(1)
"Ford 9N"
#64
International
4.0
(1)
"You can buy solid 50s 60s vintage tractors for a good price."
#65
Ventrac
4.0
(1)
"Take a long look at Ventrac and Steiner."
#66
Massey Ferguson 65
4.0
(1)
"My personal preference would be a Massey Ferguson 65."
#67
John Deere 1025
4.0
(1)
"Try to get something like a JD 1025."
#68
Volvo
4.0
(1)
"I've managed just fine with a 60's Volvo tractor with a front loader."
#69
JCB
4.0
(1)
"I like the speed of the JCB."
#70
Cub Cadet
4.0
(1)
"Find yourself an old cub cadet or wheelhorse. Both of these machines came in either a manual or hydrostatic (automatic) transmission."
#71
Summit 2-in-1 land plane and box blade
3.0
(1)
"Summit has a nice 2-1 land plane and box blade. I dont have one, but looks like an handy attachment."
#72
HLA forks
3.0
(1)
"I’m not sure if you can find aftermarket forks, but I would look into the brand HLA if they did."
#73
Kubota entry level
3.0
(1)
"Entry level Kubota. Seems alright."
#74
Frontier implements
3.0
(1)
"Nothing special about Frontier other than the fact that it comes in the right green color direct from the manufacturer"
#75
Titan SSQA pallet fork frame
3.0
(1)
"SSQA pallet fork frame, fine. Cheap and work, fits both the 48" and the 36" pallet fork tines I also got from Titan."
#76
Ford Power Master 841S
3.0
(1)
"I'm selling my 1958 Ford Power Master 841S."
#77
Titan 3 point pallet forks
2.0
(1)
"3 point pallet forks. Barely able to get the tines on the forks as they're just not quite the right dimen"
#78
TC30
2.0
(1)
"Some tractors have a real bad time with backhoe attachments, like my TC30 which will apparently break in half if you use one."
#79
Kubota lawn tractors
2.0
(1)
"I would stay away from Kubota lawn tractors completely. The parts are expensive, hard to find, and they tend to have a lot of electrical issues."
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