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^Good points.
I should elaborate a bit more for those considering the 'Swiss Army knife' of compact tractors. At the dealership we had the chance to see it all. As great those mighty orange Kubota's were, they often exceeded real job capabilities. Example: You'd have this cute little garden tractor and the owner wants a front-end loader. Of course, common safety is to add rear ballast (as discussed above). Next thing you know, the owner wants a backhoe.
Well, the end result is broken in half chassis. The fabricated steel housings is not to par and some would 'rip' apart.
This rule sometimes applies to larger HP chassis too. We've seen busted in half, large class with cast housings. Unless you have a dedicated 'Industrial' tractor (usually sans 3 point hitch) then go for the backhoe.
For the occasional task such as laying a water line or dig, rent a trencher or trackhoe. Save yourself the headache and long term ownership of the hoe.
(Jerome's Fergi looks great!)
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