Buying a 2024 Kubota SVL 75-3 Track Loader and a Loftness L Series Forestry Mulcher

[@stiehllandscaping9768]

Rockin the same setup. Already hit 500 hours on my 2024. Love this machine

[@BrushCommando]

Nice! You must live in the thing lol! Glad you’re happy with it so far

[@stump-bossBIll]

Nice - How is that 74-3 handling the temps on the hyrdos while mulching?

[@BrushCommando]

@@stump-bossBIll no overheat issues yet

[@ZBoldizsar83]

Got the same machine. I love it. Look into the Armordillo guards for coupler, lights, etc. and forestry door if you havent got one yet. Enjoy!

[@BrushCommando]

Awesome! A forestry door was put on when I bought it. Those are nice guards and expensive… maybe they’ll send me some. lol! A coupler guard should’ve been standard on these.

[@ZBoldizsar83]

@@BrushCommando Ya they are expensive, but they are built well and in the USA. Hey all you can do is ask for them to send ya some. Lol!

[@edswensson9033]

I have the same machine with a Shearex mulching head. I have 52 hours on mine and I love it. They did a good job with this machine. I had a 75-2 previously and had zero issues with it. The changes they made just make this an awesome machine. Kubota does make a boot kit to cover the openings around the vertical cylinders that utilize the holes you pointed out early in the video. They keep all that material from getting down in the engine bay.

[@BrushCommando]

Glad to hear you’re happy with it so far, they’re very nice machines. I’m patiently waiting for the larger sizes (95,97) to move on to the -3 revision. The dealer here can’t seem to find the boot kit. Do you have a part number by chance?

[@edswensson9033]

S6841 mast arm cover

[@BrushCommando]

@@edswensson9033 awesome! Going to have to get them. Thanks Ed!

[@ScubaSam-d9b]

Actually, Kubota doesn’t make the DebrisBoot, the Perry Company does. I sure hope some issues were fixed. Ours just burned to the ground with only 220 hours while running an FAE drum mulcher. Our Kubota tells me no one even uses the debrisboot. If you don’t stop the debris, you’ll have major problems. We actually had a 97-2, bought this May of this year, looks nothing like this. The radiator was a huge problem because debris kept getting kicked into the radiator and bending the fins, then over heating. Great little machines, but not mulcher friendly at all.

[@PrimeMoverFitness]

Nice!!! Money maker for smaller jobs. Small trees, shrubbery, stumps etc! Multi trick pony!

[@runeskogstad6927]

Wow! Great machinery and video. Thank you. 🙂

[@williamd6967]

I will say you've done your homework.when i looked at mine i had about half your knowledge lol.

[@brazybk]

Bought the same machine from the same exact place!! I’m here in Wake Forest!! We should meet up about work & compare machines !! I could use some advice and tips

[@BrushCommando]

@@brazybk Small world, Wake Forest isn’t too far, I’ll keep that in mind. Seems like a good all around machine but an ASV 120 or 135 is probably going to be my next move for forestry mulching. Thanks for watching!

[@Bane_787]

niceee, I'm on the search for a 75-3 or a 97 but down in the Florida area none can be found, so might be searching up North a bit to see. And have similar thinking as you, that prices of used machine plus the chances of landing someone else problems for a business, don't see it that smart if you have the option for a new one. Thanks for the vid,!

[@BrushCommando]

Thanks! I lucked out- the dealer down the street had the exact one I was after in stock. Good luck with your search!

[@martintaylor9017]

Kubota in DeLand has 75-3 as of last week ihave the seppi cl 150 mini forestry mulcher with 125 hrs love it cutting cutting cutting

[@turbofc]

I think the machine is a little small for a head. You can hear it stall a few times. I think the new deere p series is going to be the best for heads. 333p or 331p.

[@BrushCommando]

It was not being ran at full throttle in these videos, due to break-in requirements. It has passed the break-in period now and spins a bit faster. This setup was purchased because it’s smaller and lighter than most mulching setups, only ~11k lbs combined. It’s definitely not meant to be a mulching monster. And those deeres are fire prone, due to their compact mechanical design. Thanks for watching

[@leo959]

What a beautiful machine

[@jasonchampion9932]

Good job guys!👍

[@TheCompactHomestead]

Nice set-up!

[@Zerkini]

Pretty nice option to have. Regarding your "KZbin skills" I'm curious what camera you use? I find the GoPro Hero 12 has a shorter than desired battery life leaving me unable to get what I want out of it. The overheating issues trying to record in 4k all but requiring I take the battery out completely, using a passthrough door not being useful when recording while connected to my machines USB port for external power I just feel like it severely under performs based on my expectations from their listed features on the websites. Just wondering if you've found a better option for what to use. I too am working on my "KZbin skills" (this is not the acct I upload these videos with as I don't want to advertise on someone elses channel).

[@BrushCommando]

I just use the cheap AKASO Brave 7LE action cameras. Battery life isn’t the best in 4k, like all others, but no overheating issues so far. However, you can get extra sets of batteries and another charger for under $20! Also has port for charging which is what I use in the cab. I used an iPhone 15 on the trailer video, which would be my first choice but I don’t want to risk setting it up on a tripod and damaging it.

[@Zerkini]

@@BrushCommando Thanks for the suggestion, That Camera is certainly much more affordable and cheap batteries/charger are a great option to have. I'll give it a look and see if I have better luck with it! Sound plan, I don't think I'd put a phone on a tripod for this sort of work either.

[@boomupengineering]

Not cheap but I like my DJI Action 5. Sold my GoPro 9 because I rarely used it. Always overheating. Got the DJI so I can bluetooth the DJI mic directly to it.

[@csaa1980]

I know this is an old thread but I just got one of these…does yours track a little off center when traveling in high speed? Mine pulls a tad to one side.

[@BrushCommando]

@@csaa1980 yes, it does seem to go towards the right since new. The dealer should be able to adjust it.

[@csaa1980]

@ thanks! It literally was the first time I ran it…had .8 hours on it. They changed the tracks out for z-bars so maybe just uneven tension.

[@BrushCommando]

@@csaa1980 that could be the cause of it.

[@pabloayala1094]

I know what I want for Christmas

[@dfarrell2269]

Looks like fun!!

[@michaelfuller2378]

I just subscribed, excellent video. How much do you have in your setup? I am looking at the same machine and cutting head right now. Thanks!

[@BrushCommando]

Thanks! It was ~125k for the machine and head. It’s a good overall setup for light mulching and general skid steer work. I hope to get an ASV 120 next year for larger projects.

[@arborico]

I’m about to own the same mulcher on my 75-3. Question: Which hydraulic coupler connection does the unit run on for high flow on that 75-3? Is it the larger 2 (3/4” couplers?) on the bottom or the smaller (1/2”?) couplers on top? Thanks for your input!

[@BrushCommando]

@@arborico 3/4” side. Loftness owes me some money! I’ve probably helped sell a hundred of them.

[@arborico]

And through your 3/4” couplers it’s running on high flow?

[@BrushCommando]

@@arboricoyes, you can run standard or high flow through the 3/4 side. The couplers share the same block.

[@arborico]

I thought so, just haven’t used the 3/4” bank yet. Thanks for your input and great vids 👍

[@wadeplowman7030]

I have a 75-3 and am looking at getting a mulching head. What did the L Series run price wise if you dont mind me asking?

[@BrushCommando]

24k

[@Flienlow]

does the cages rattle and squeek? Mine did badly.

[@BrushCommando]

Not until one of the top door gromets came off. You can adjust them so it doesn't rattle

[@danny6905]

How much did it cost?? Love it

[@BrushCommando]

~125k

[@pcl598]

Why everything new, if I may ask? Looks great good luck

[@BrushCommando]

Good question. I’ve never bought new equipment before, I typically buy auction equipment and fix it up. With the prices of equipment nowadays, used is close to the costs of new. Then you have to be hopeful that you’re not buying someone else’s problem… been there done that. So, new is what I went for and it’s best to have reliable equipment to run a profitable business. You don’t make money working on broke things. As for the Mulcher, it’s matched to the machine basically, there are specific GPM ranges that each mulcher is designed for, so buying a used mulcher can be difficult to do. Thanks for the question and for watching

[@edswensson9033]

S6841 mast arm cover

[@mrfine00]

Love this machine, the only problem is water stay underneath the engine and how to get it out other than vacuum it? the other problem is debris and small tree branches go into the machine on both side holes, it may cause fire

[@BrushCommando]

@@mrfine00 It’s sealed up tight underneath. I usually loosen a couple access plates and park it at an angle prior to washing it out. In my experience, only a handful of debris get in after about 10 hours of running. They do make covers for the holes under the loader arms, very expensive though.

[@jamesswick7534]

Id really like one. They are expensive. Maybe someday

[@thewolf8848]

at this time and moment i wish you were my brother so i could call you up and say you know,these weeds are taking over my property even taken over my trees as well😒

[@photojournalists]

I have the 75-2 and turning left or right on anything not flat the machine doesn’t move. Is that what you mean by automatically down shifting on turning ?

[@BrushCommando]

Yes, they have no problem turning now.

[@sbron99]

My dream

[@markescartin6613]

I think a really solid plan is the only way to ever get your moneysworth for a machine this expensive!

[@BrushCommando]

@@markescartin6613 Agreed! I use it for all kinds of work besides mulching and it’s used on our property. Check out some of my other videos. It’s a versatile piece of equipment. -Brian

[@BrantleyWilliams-d5k]

What mulching head is this?

[@BrushCommando]

Loftness 61” battle axe lite… It’s the cheaper option. I’d like to try a Shearex

[@ForsterPitman-i7d]

Herman Forge

[@jhrinliana5568]

I like to buy this machine

[@sugarscxx380]

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[@robertharvey4389]

Did you run it on high flow or normal?

[@BrushCommando]

High flow but Lower rpm’s for the 50hr break in period.

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[@chasjacks9378]

$80,000 lawn mower.

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