I have watched a lot of rotary cutter videos and you are the first person not afraid to cut some brush. Most cut waist high weeds and think they over worked it. 👍🏻
daveknowshow . I’ve owned mine for 3 years and love it. I pull a 6’ brushog yes I said 6’. Pulls it perfect I’ve cut stuff that’s easily 10-15’ tall with no problem i mow in third gear. Some customers just want it knocked down so i have mowed 1st gear high side.... two best investment was a quick hitch. And a ratchet rake for heavy underbrush
No emissions, so no DPF or regen nonsense! Also you can get way more than 25HP out of this motor. It is dialed way back at the factory to stay just within the tier 3 emissions category.
@@richardromano4086 the 2501, 3301, and 3901 all have the exact same chassis and 63.3" wheelbase the only difference is the engine. The 2501 is the only one that does not have the DPF crap to deal with. Unless I really needed the extra horsepower I would go with the 2501.
Thanks for the video. I have a Kubota L 3200 gear drive 4wd tractor that is used on my MN property for brush cutting and discing my 80 acres. It does a great job with a RCR1260 rotary cutter and a heavy 6' disc while working 3.5 acres of food plots and 2+ miles of green access trails. I refer the gear drive because I set the gear and rpm and then can concentrate on the job. I also have a B2301 hst loader tractor for smaller projects.
Very nice video. I was going to purchase an L series but just didn’t have enough room for store currently. Ended up going with a BX. Great tractor, a little small for my needs but it sure does more than you think it can. My next tractor will be an L series. That extra ground clearance for brush hogging is a must
Rob all good points and sometime I lose sight of reality in these things. I use a T 190 Bobcat with a hydraulic cutter and just bought 108 hp tractor to run a much bigger chopper, like you sinking in the mud is always a big concern Rob. I think that your equipped perfectly for you application!!
Personal opinion, I think this is an excellent demonstration of the advantages of the hst over the gear drive. Can go as slow as needed for conditions without using the clutch.
Rob I am quite impressed. I have the same rig but I can see you are better at getting more out of yours. I will need to push mine a little more I guess seeing you showed me it is up to more than I have been doing with mine. Looks like you could also use a nice grapple. I will be getting one soon. I recommend the Everything Attachments Wicked Root Grapple 55" that is what they suggest for the tractor. It's well built but lightweight. Nice video.
Nice vid! Do yourself a favor and spring for the metal Kubota canopy. Not the plastic one, it is too easy to break. It is so worth it. Keeps you much cooler. God Bless!
I have to disagree with your two statements of NOT being an expert videographer or tractor operator - sir, you have done wonderful work here on both parts! Watching and Supporting - I JOINED your network, and I LIKE this video! Best wishes for much success, always!
Hey Rob - great video. I bought mine 5 years ago and absolutely love it. Honestly haven’t found anything it can’t to yet. For anyone considering a tractor, the decision comes down to what your requirements are, and how much are you are willing to spend. For me, the L2501 fulfills about 85% of what I thought my requirements were, but as I said before, I really haven’t had a need yet that it couldn’t deliver on. It’s been a while since I looked, but I think the next orange tractor up is 33 hp, and it was about $10k more for a similarly configured system. I could use the extra hp, and the additional heft would be nice, dollar for dollar, I think the 2501 is the best deal going.
Even at that 33 HP version upgrade it will not have anymore hydraulic lift capacity. That has got nothing to do with HP it has more to do with the hydraulic pump. Not having all that required emission equipment is a real plus. And the fuel savings of the 2501 is good as well. You need to go into a much higher end tractor to get more lift capacity and then you get all the wonderful maintenance and occasional disturbance of the emission system they put on the larger engines.
Good video. Where you would notice need for more hp is something like a tiller. If that's something you need then you will need a bigger tractor because this tractor will struggle. Its said smaller tractors will do same as bigger ones, just take you longer. This one has its place for most people I think
Don't kid yourself this tractor can handle a tiller. The tiller it can handle won't be as wide as one with more HP so it will take a little longer. But you are out of your mind if you think this thing won't do a tiller. It will work with a 60" Land Pride tiller. So you go in low and it isn't as wide a cut in the dirt. It will do the job but take a little longer than something much bigger.
I think you did a very good job! When get my tractor, I prefer staying away from the ones that require regen, etc. How wide is your bursh cutter? 4 feet? Also, have you damaged anything on the underside of the rig by going over such overgrowth? Ever had to back through the overgrowth to avoid damage? Thanks again for the great video. New subscriber.
I have the manual transmission had to order it. My friend has a 3301 hst... mine in low range will push more trees than his. Think it’s gearing. It’s funny when i get on his tractor im lost always looking fo my shifter lol
You can do what he did with an HST in low range no problem. There are advantages to both. You get a smidge more HP at the PTO with manual transmission. Going forward and reverse for quicker maneuvers is a plus for the hydrostatic. Not to mention you don't need to deal with clutch issues and constant shifting of gears. I went HST it makes life easy. Of course if one loves shifting gears and feel they are getting more for doing it that is a personal choice. It does not mean that the tractor is going to do any better in the field doing what work needs to be done.
Great video! I'm surprised you have enough power with the L2501 to do that - I have an L3901 and I bought that size specifically just for the more horsepower. You can see the videos on my channel with it...
Your gain is in the PTO HP not much else. Lifting capacity is the same. You use more fuel for all the applications that the L2501 will do nearly as well. You may be able to do some things a little faster in a higher gear range. It could be the difference in running something off your PTO better than it would run on a L2501 because of the HP increase, but it's minimal to say the least. You have the nusense of the emission system they put on the higher HP.
Nice video! I'm doing a ton of research on Kubotas before I get one. I was wondering if it would be better for the machine to go backwards while brush cutting rather than have all the trees and debris running across the bottom of the tractor? I'm trying to learn as much as I can before I get mine.Thanks, Jeremy
Great question Jeremy. I never thought about that, but if it can be done, it makes lots of sense, to prevent possible damage (and scratches) to the tractor.
You can cut small stuff going backwards under tree branches. But for cutting those larger diameter small trees you would never push them over with a brush hog. They have to be pushed down with a bucket or other attachment so they can be driven over. No other way to do it. I have the same rig been there done that.
No, The tailwheel is set in the middle position. There were times however I needed to raise the 3PH a little to let it chew up some of the thick stuff.
You have nice equipment the Kubota are without a doubt some of the finest tractors made but with that said you are truly at the very low end of HP needed to run this implement and I do mean the VERY BOTTOM!!!! I just got done brush chopping 10 acres of CRP land and it would have taken a full week at the speed you going! another 20 hp would do wonders for your effort!
I understand that. If this type of mowing was my primary task, I would have opted for more PTO power. However this is rare. The L2501 is at a reasonable price point, does not have any of the emissions equipment that a larger machine has, and is the perfect weight and size for most tasks around the hunting property. When mowing grass on the roads and in camp, I can operate at a normal pace. When doing loader, boxblade and pulling a disc for food plots, that tractor performs well. Plus, as mentioned it is the proper weight for operating in the muddy conditions often encountered in Florida pine forests. For example one of my members has an L39 TLB. We tried using that to mow this field for the additional HP. Problem was he kept sinking in the soft spots which would bottom out the mower and make ruts.
Do you ever feel like the 5ft is too much for the L2501? I have a B2601 and have been told multiple times that a 5ft is too much for it and to go with a 4ft. But seeing as the b2601 actually has almost 1hp more at the pto, and over a hundred pounds more capacity on the 3pt, I'm left pretty confused on where that line is drawn🤔
The engine in the l2501 shares the same engine but bigger displacement. Its almost a 2 liter engine. Meaning it has more torque and less parasitic loss thru the drive train.. if you want the max out of a l2501 id go for a gear shift model. Thats the best out of every situation
All that work of putting in food plots is worth it. UNTIL- you have some lowlifes (who put no skin in the game) cut the deer off entering and leaving your property.
When you engage your PTO do it at idle. Take your speed up to the 540 RPM speed before taking off. Take it slow going over heavy stuff. If it gets overloaded and stalls disengage the PTO, restart the tractor, lift brush hog up, move the tractor off of the heavy stuff that stalled it and repeat the same procedure of taking it down to idle before engaging again and lowering to cutting position.
Is it just me or do a lot of rotary cutters look alike? The one he is using looks just like a Bush Hog brand. It maybe just the deck/shell. Howse, Woods, Everything Attachments, New Holland and John Deere all have similar looking models!
They are all made alike so they all look alike. Don't lawn mowers all look alike? By type anyway. Farm equipment same thing different manufacturer still look pretty much alike when they work alike.
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I have watched a lot of rotary cutter videos and you are the first person not afraid to cut some brush. Most cut waist high weeds and think they over worked it. 👍🏻
L2501 is likely the most underrated tractor Kubota makes. its truly a beast of a tractor. one of my favorite models by Kubota.
daveknowshow . I’ve owned mine for 3 years and love it. I pull a 6’ brushog yes I said 6’. Pulls it perfect I’ve cut stuff that’s easily 10-15’ tall with no problem i mow in third gear. Some customers just want it knocked down so i have mowed 1st gear high side.... two best investment was a quick hitch. And a ratchet rake for heavy underbrush
No emissions, so no DPF or regen nonsense! Also you can get way more than 25HP out of this motor. It is dialed way back at the factory to stay just within the tier 3 emissions category.
@@thajman How are you guys increasing HP? I assume it voids the warranty?
Im buying one but do I need the 4wd or could I get away with 2WD?
@@pmgraham86 I'd go 4x4 it definitely helps to have those front wheels pulling when you need them. you wont need them all the time
REALLY helpful. I was debating getting the L2501 vs the L3301 or L 3901 and this settles it for me - I will be getting this tractor. Thank you!
for the little extra in cost I would get the L3901 , I tried all 3 with the little bigger chassis the L3901 has its better for center of gravity
@@richardromano4086 the 2501, 3301, and 3901 all have the exact same chassis and 63.3" wheelbase the only difference is the engine. The 2501 is the only one that does not have the DPF crap to deal with. Unless I really needed the extra horsepower I would go with the 2501.
@@strangerdanger1271 Yep, that's what I did.
I recommend it. I haven't had any issues with power with mine and I have been ramming it into solid, wet clay soil to make a backstop. I love it.
Stranger Danger you sir are correct 😀😀😀
Awesome vid. Exactly what I wanted to see as far as the capabilities of that tractor and the rotary mower. Thanks!
Great job of listening to the machine, and keeping her within the comfort zone.
Thank you for this very helpful video. You were certainly extracting the maximum out of your tractor and brush hog.
Great video I have a couple my self but I always like the before and after of what these smaller tractors are capable of.
Looks like you did a lot of good work! Thumbs Up!
Mine has 5 hours on it. I’m looking for years and years of use. I could not be more pleased.
Thanks for the video. I have a Kubota L 3200 gear drive 4wd tractor that is used on my MN property for brush cutting and discing my 80 acres. It does a great job with a RCR1260 rotary cutter and a heavy 6' disc while working 3.5 acres of food plots and 2+ miles of green access trails. I refer the gear drive because I set the gear and rpm and then can concentrate on the job. I also have a B2301 hst loader tractor for smaller projects.
You showed me exactly what i needed to see. Thanks for this video
Very nice video. I was going to purchase an L series but just didn’t have enough room for store currently. Ended up going with a BX. Great tractor, a little small for my needs but it sure does more than you think it can. My next tractor will be an L series. That extra ground clearance for brush hogging is a must
Rob all good points and sometime I lose sight of reality in these things. I use a T 190 Bobcat with a hydraulic cutter and just bought 108 hp tractor to run a much bigger chopper, like you sinking in the mud is always a big concern Rob. I think that your equipped perfectly for you application!!
Personal opinion, I think this is an excellent demonstration of the advantages of the hst over the gear drive. Can go as slow as needed for conditions without using the clutch.
Nice - I’ve been clearing same stuff with a 5660suhd and landpride cutter. It’s also working great / more relaxing than golf!
Rob I am quite impressed. I have the same rig but I can see you are better at getting more out of yours. I will need to push mine a little more I guess seeing you showed me it is up to more than I have been doing with mine. Looks like you could also use a nice grapple. I will be getting one soon. I recommend the Everything Attachments Wicked Root Grapple 55" that is what they suggest for the tractor. It's well built but lightweight. Nice video.
Very impressive!
Great video Rob
Nice vid! Do yourself a favor and spring for the metal Kubota canopy. Not the plastic one, it is too easy to break. It is so worth it. Keeps you much cooler. God Bless!
Cheaper too
Ordered same tractor and rotary cutter. Opted for the back hoe as well.
Gotta wait till July for delivery!
I have to disagree with your two statements of NOT being an expert videographer or tractor operator - sir, you have done wonderful work here on both parts! Watching and Supporting - I JOINED your network, and I LIKE this video! Best wishes for much success, always!
Thanks Ray.
Once the weather breaks I plan to do a video using the disc to start breaking ground on the plot that I mowed here.
Hey Rob - great video. I bought mine 5 years ago and absolutely love it. Honestly haven’t found anything it can’t to yet.
For anyone considering a tractor, the decision comes down to what your requirements are, and how much are you are willing to spend. For me, the L2501 fulfills about 85% of what I thought my requirements were, but as I said before, I really haven’t had a need yet that it couldn’t deliver on. It’s been a while since I looked, but I think the next orange tractor up is 33 hp, and it was about $10k more for a similarly configured system. I could use the extra hp, and the additional heft would be nice, dollar for dollar, I think the 2501 is the best deal going.
Even at that 33 HP version upgrade it will not have anymore hydraulic lift capacity. That has got nothing to do with HP it has more to do with the hydraulic pump. Not having all that required emission equipment is a real plus. And the fuel savings of the 2501 is good as well. You need to go into a much higher end tractor to get more lift capacity and then you get all the wonderful maintenance and occasional disturbance of the emission system they put on the larger engines.
Good video 👍. You can also cut a trail coming in to the food plot that will help you funnel the deer
Wow, that Tractor is a work horse. Looking good!
any size kubotas big or small or large or medium with small,medium large hp there the moster powerful beast
Impressive!
Great video! What brand is the tooth bar you have and are you happy with it? Thanks
nice! i'm waiting on delivery of mine. getting the same cutter and a grapple
Dirt Beard Cool, you will enjoy it.
Hoping to get a grapple next year.
Did you get one?
@@yellow3222 yes. just under 300hrs on it so far.
Good video. Where you would notice need for more hp is something like a tiller. If that's something you need then you will need a bigger tractor because this tractor will struggle. Its said smaller tractors will do same as bigger ones, just take you longer. This one has its place for most people I think
Don't kid yourself this tractor can handle a tiller. The tiller it can handle won't be as wide as one with more HP so it will take a little longer. But you are out of your mind if you think this thing won't do a tiller. It will work with a 60" Land Pride tiller. So you go in low and it isn't as wide a cut in the dirt. It will do the job but take a little longer than something much bigger.
What is that scrub brush called that is so tough? I have the same and it is tough to clear.
That’s the kind of brush and saplings that I have.
I really like the tripod views
wonder if that tractor can handle a front end wood/brush grinder attachment, like a flail mower? Wonder if they can be front end pto driven?
My uncle has same tractor. A little beast.nice Demonstration let's go n grow our channel nice job
How is your RCR2060 holding up long term? Any updates? Good video - thanks!
5 years ago... I'm wondering what happened to the roots. Did everything rot down after it was cut? What else did you have to do after this?
I think you did a very good job! When get my tractor, I prefer staying away from the ones that require regen, etc. How wide is your bursh cutter? 4 feet? Also, have you damaged anything on the underside of the rig by going over such overgrowth? Ever had to back through the overgrowth to avoid damage? Thanks again for the great video. New subscriber.
The brush cutter is 60 inches so 5 feet.
No, I have not damaged anything under the tractor from mowing like this. I have lost a few hairpins though.
To me backing into brush takes too long. I prefer to knock it over with the bucket, drive over it and let the cutter eat!
@@robwagner8337 That is great that you can use a 60 inch brush cutter with about 19-20 hp to the pto!
I have a 7 ac overgrown hay field. This bad boy will handle whatever I can throw at it. Making my decision easier by the minute.
What mode, gear, and RPM are you running (I assume it's a manual trans)?
I have the manual transmission had to order it. My friend has a 3301 hst... mine in low range will push more trees than his. Think it’s gearing. It’s funny when i get on his tractor im lost always looking fo my shifter lol
You can do what he did with an HST in low range no problem. There are advantages to both. You get a smidge more HP at the PTO with manual transmission. Going forward and reverse for quicker maneuvers is a plus for the hydrostatic. Not to mention you don't need to deal with clutch issues and constant shifting of gears. I went HST it makes life easy. Of course if one loves shifting gears and feel they are getting more for doing it that is a personal choice. It does not mean that the tractor is going to do any better in the field doing what work needs to be done.
Great video! I'm surprised you have enough power with the L2501 to do that - I have an L3901 and I bought that size specifically just for the more horsepower. You can see the videos on my channel with it...
Your gain is in the PTO HP not much else. Lifting capacity is the same. You use more fuel for all the applications that the L2501 will do nearly as well. You may be able to do some things a little faster in a higher gear range. It could be the difference in running something off your PTO better than it would run on a L2501 because of the HP increase, but it's minimal to say the least. You have the nusense of the emission system they put on the higher HP.
@@garrytalley8009 for me it's the box blade ploughing the beach at my resort where the horsepower really matters,
Weren't you worried about ripping off any hydraulic lines underneath the tractor by driving it over the brush?
im assuming you have the guard on the fuel filter ?!
Have you taken it through any muddy terrain? How did it do?
Chris Ryan Better then a 4x4 truck but not as good as an ATV. Due to the weight I believe.
Nice video! I'm doing a ton of research on Kubotas before I get one. I was wondering if it would be better for the machine to go backwards while brush cutting rather than have all the trees and debris running across the bottom of the tractor? I'm trying to learn as much as I can before I get mine.Thanks, Jeremy
Great question Jeremy. I never thought about that, but if it can be done, it makes lots of sense, to prevent possible damage (and scratches) to the tractor.
Run the risk of puncturing a tire if you cut in reverse as your tires will be traveling over the cut off trees and so forth.
You can cut small stuff going backwards under tree branches. But for cutting those larger diameter small trees you would never push them over with a brush hog. They have to be pushed down with a bucket or other attachment so they can be driven over. No other way to do it. I have the same rig been there done that.
Kubota good tractor! Why got on
How much did you pay for the bush hog?
u brave
How are your front links after knocking down trees?
I have had no issues with the steering links. They are heavy enough for this type of brush.
If I were to hit a stump, that would bend them!
Yes stumps bend them lol talking from experience lol
did you set the cutter to max height? 10" I think on that model
No, The tailwheel is set in the middle position. There were times however I needed to raise the 3PH a little to let it chew up some of the thick stuff.
You have nice equipment the Kubota are without a doubt some of the finest tractors made but with that said you are truly at the very low end of HP needed to run this implement and I do mean the VERY BOTTOM!!!! I just got done brush chopping 10 acres of CRP land and it would have taken a full week at the speed you going! another 20 hp would do wonders for your effort!
I understand that. If this type of mowing was my primary task, I would have opted for more PTO power. However this is rare.
The L2501 is at a reasonable price point, does not have any of the emissions equipment that a larger machine has, and is the perfect weight and size for most tasks around the hunting property.
When mowing grass on the roads and in camp, I can operate at a normal pace.
When doing loader, boxblade and pulling a disc for food plots, that tractor performs well. Plus, as mentioned it is the proper weight for operating in the muddy conditions often encountered in Florida pine forests.
For example one of my members has an L39 TLB. We tried using that to mow this field for the additional HP.
Problem was he kept sinking in the soft spots which would bottom out the mower and make ruts.
whats the best rpms for brush hogging?
Do you ever feel like the 5ft is too much for the L2501? I have a B2601 and have been told multiple times that a 5ft is too much for it and to go with a 4ft. But seeing as the b2601 actually has almost 1hp more at the pto, and over a hundred pounds more capacity on the 3pt, I'm left pretty confused on where that line is drawn🤔
B series in limited to 4’ attachments while L series is limited to 5’ attachments
@@charlesconyer6034 did you read the whole comment? I started with that...
The engine in the l2501 shares the same engine but bigger displacement. Its almost a 2 liter engine. Meaning it has more torque and less parasitic loss thru the drive train.. if you want the max out of a l2501 id go for a gear shift model. Thats the best out of every situation
All that work of putting in food plots is worth it. UNTIL- you have some lowlifes (who put no skin in the game) cut the deer off entering and leaving your property.
I hope you have a belly pan. lol
can you do a short video on the exact steps to properly starting and stopping a bush hog on the L2501? and what not to do when starting and stopping?
When you engage your PTO do it at idle. Take your speed up to the 540 RPM speed before taking off. Take it slow going over heavy stuff. If it gets overloaded and stalls disengage the PTO, restart the tractor, lift brush hog up, move the tractor off of the heavy stuff that stalled it and repeat the same procedure of taking it down to idle before engaging again and lowering to cutting position.
THE WAY U ARE BRUSHHOG U JUST MIGHT TURN OVER
OVER ALL U REALLY NEED FORESTRY KUBOTA 95 OR 97 SERIES " DRUM " MULCHER ! .
KEEP YOUR LOADER BUCKET DOWN BETWEEN 24 " TO GROUND LEVEL
Is it just me or do a lot of rotary cutters look alike? The one he is using looks just like a Bush Hog brand. It maybe just the deck/shell. Howse, Woods, Everything Attachments, New Holland and John Deere all have similar looking models!
They are all made alike so they all look alike. Don't lawn mowers all look alike? By type anyway. Farm equipment same thing different manufacturer still look pretty much alike when they work alike.
Do you get fumed out on this tractor?
jeff claus No, like any tractor without the emmisions stuff, it does let out a puff of smoke upon starting. After that I never smell fumes.
I BET U ALLREADY HAVE DEER ON YOUR LANDS ALL BRUSH U HAVE NOW
IF U HAVE GEAR DRIVE TRANMISSON U WOULD HAVE ALOT MORE POWER / THAN THAT WHINE H S TRANMISSON !