I have owned a Kioti DS4110 for about 8 years. Best tractor I have ever owned. I am upgrading to a higher horse power with an enclosed cab. Need the a/c for summers and winter due to my age. I am upgrading the seat to an air ride aftermarket.
@reesegary3 жыл бұрын
I'm a skid steer man myself. But, both are good. One negative of the skid steer is I can tear up the ground with the tires. Do you have that trouble with tractor? PS if you had a grapple, you'd say: "how did I ever make it without one" lol
@CS-xo4kh2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you sharing your experience. I am contemplating a tractor purchase and your show backed up my thoughts.
@timthompson58853 жыл бұрын
CHOPPER!! Ive heard alot of good reviews about them tractors! That lifting capacity for the horsepower is unbelievable!! Stay safe my friend!!
@TheGunner113 жыл бұрын
Have one, the lift capacity is amazing. You absolutely need to fill the rear tires and I found it helpful to add a concrete filled ballast box on the rear too for another ~800lbs of weight.
@davidlibby72303 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review of your Kioti CK 2610. I got mine in February and have not used it much yet. The property I plan to use it on is all ice right now so I am waiting for a little warm up. Glad you are doing well with your Kioti.
@johnk51933 жыл бұрын
I have an NX5010 Kioti. I bought it for the lift capacity also. I've had mine 4 years and it's a beast of a machine. It does everything. Lots of power. Great Video. Thanks Dan!
@toddsoutsideagain3 жыл бұрын
You will always have opinions on what color your tractor should be! You said it right just do your research and pick what’s right for you! We are in the market for a compact this spring and I’m researching now. Thanks for sharing! B😎
@InTheWoodyard3 жыл бұрын
Great review Dan, I am gathering as much info as possible to help me decide on a tractor purchase!
@Back40Firewood3 жыл бұрын
My woodyard is almost thawed and dried out so if ya wanna come take a test drive let me know...lol 👍 😀 🍻
@InTheWoodyard3 жыл бұрын
@@Back40Firewood Maybe next week?
@stevehawkins80663 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video. Just a suggestion, you may want to put torque seal or use a paint marker on your bolts to use as a quick visual guide to see if your bolts are loosening up.
@PinkWillowRanch20249 ай бұрын
Thank you so much just got my first property and was loooking for reviews on theirs manufacture
@jeraldjaquet76503 жыл бұрын
Home town acres had his light moved to the fenders he just did a review too
@jburch15443 жыл бұрын
Dealt with my seat safety switch by disabling it. Can ease up out of the seat to see pallet forks tips to align much easier. Don't tell the safety Sally's
@SteveSnowman Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the briefing...I'm waiting for delivery of a CK2620 hst. Subscribed. - N Idaho -
@OutdoorsEngineer3 жыл бұрын
Great Video!!! When I was researching tractors, I was really interested in the Kubota's, but I couldn't get over the pedal. My JD lawn tractor has two pedals for forward and reverse. The other JD tractor I have used had separate pedals. That was a deciding factor for me to go to the Kioti. Seat - There is a bypass for that seat. Disconnect the wiring harness and run a jumper wire between the two connections. I have tested it and it works, but I have not implemented it, yet. I'm used to putting on the parking brake and putting it in neutral. Loader bolts - Manual says every 25 hours to check them for my 3510. I checked at 50 hours and about 50% were loose. Lights - I am going to move my lights to the fenders and then install some work lights in that location for night work. Tractor supply has some pretty bright LEDS. I would like to install the 3rd function valve at some point. My intention is keep the tractor a very long time, and who knows what my needs might be in 10 years, but who knows if the parts will be available at that time for the 3rd function valve install. I certainly would purchase the Kioti again, but I only have 70 hrs at this point.
@jameskent94873 жыл бұрын
"Seat - There is a bypass for that seat. Disconnect the wiring harness and run a jumper wire between the two connections." Ohio Wood burner was discussing this issue with his Bobcat, but was told that doing this would invalidate the warranty.
@OutdoorsEngineer3 жыл бұрын
@@jameskent9487 Certainly! I'm sure that there could be issues. Plus it's there for safety. That's why I haven't implemented it yet.
@marksh50033 жыл бұрын
I bought a cx2510 in 2020 and have 70 hours on it and love it blows away the other orange tractor!
@jessefields95353 жыл бұрын
For the seat issue, wind down/ loosen the front crank or like I did use use a jumper wire to the seat plug so you can start it without having to climb up just to start it. Not a safety issue because it still needs to be in neutral to start.
@GPOutdoors3 жыл бұрын
Morning Dan! I think Woody the Woodhound has been eating his spinach! LOL. Nice overview of the tractor. Agreed - game changer for your property and tasks. Have a good one!
@Back40Firewood3 жыл бұрын
Hahahaha...yep eatin spinach and doing 12 oz. curls! 👍 😀 🍻
@a1scooter12 жыл бұрын
I've had mine for 9 months. (Kioti CK2610) 55 hours on the meter. I live in the city limits of a big city. People thought I was crazy for buying a tractor. My property is between 1 and 2 acres. I had 3 huge trees fall. With the help of the tractor I cut up all three trees and hauled the pieces to the ditch in front of my house where the city picked it all up. I bought a box blade, a grapple and it came with a bucket. I have used the grapple SO much. It cost $1250 and was worth every penny. It has paid for itself 3-4 fold. If I hadn't bought the tractor when I did, I would have had to pay someone 8-10K for work I've done myself. Would I buy it again ... HELL YES. A few things to do. Check all the bolts when you get it home. Mark every bolt with a silver sharpie to visually check for bolts that loosen. The grease fitting bolts especially. Several of them loosened. I torqued them back down and they haven't loosened up since. I checked the fluids religiously and at the 50 hour service, everything was great. It picks up all the weight it needs to but if you push the limits like me, you need to have an attachment on the back for extra weight or fill the rear tires with a mix of water and methanol. The most weight I have moved with mine is between 1600-1800 pounds. short list of minor problems 1) Bolts loosening .. including the seat back. 2) A stick came up from the bottom and knocked the lower radiator hose off. (Not the tractors fault. 3) Front tire puncture, repaired with plug. (also not the tractor's fault. By the way, the box blade rejuvenated my gravel driveway and also 3 neighbors. They all look like they have had fresh gravel spread. I wish I had bought a tractor 20 years ago. Oh yeah .. the one I have is the 25hp one. You don't have to mess with the DEF and it still has plenty of torque. I keep adding to the post. Get a grapple.
@danielmeyer4033 жыл бұрын
There's plenty you can do with the grapple that you can't do with the forks ..... get the grapple. You will find all kinds of things through experience. There's also things the forks can do that the grapple can't. That's why we own them both.
@davidfox61893 жыл бұрын
Wolfie the woodhound, and the grapple is the best thing that I ever did on my tractor you won't be disappointed you have so much more control than you do with the forks
@nealtubbs96083 жыл бұрын
Good review. I love mine as well. Very well built machine. Do yourself a favor and get a grapple. Once I take my plow off it's the grapple I have on most of the spring, summer, and fall. I'd name him Foxy.
@kurtisb100Ай бұрын
I’ve had a few compact tractors, and let me tell you the third function is absolutely worth it. You’ll get it and a year from now you’ll be doing a “was it worth it” video and you’ll be wondering how you lived without it.
@pohbor57883 жыл бұрын
We own a CK4010SE cab and have both forks and a grapple. Honestly if you would have told me after spending the money on the grapple, that I would use the forks to move logs around as much as I do, I would have called you crazy. Just seems to be on the tractor a lot. One place though that a grapple is far superior is stacking/unstacking log piles. Being able to set them versus rolling them into place makes a big difference. Great video!!!!
@boo_boo2871 Жыл бұрын
I bought a CK2610 HST last year, havn't had any problems with it at all, I am very very pleased with it. Plenty of horsepower for pulling logs, liffting logs with thumb. Backhoe has plenty of digging power.
@stephenrhodesianridgeback74183 жыл бұрын
Wood hounds are wizards at what they do . Wizard the wood hound . Wood hounds are always buzzing thru wood . Buzz the wood hound or buzzy ! You don’t need a third function . Two hose plugged into your rear remotes routed up too loader and along loader arm and four Quick connects . Way cheaper and easier . You do well with the forks but if you ever used a slide on bucking grapple for your forks you will say the same thing as you said about your tractor . How did I ever do with out . Cutting logs off the ground at waist high down too the last 16” piece is the ultimate way too go . Good review on the Tractor . 👍
@bishopspyroworld89213 жыл бұрын
Wolf Splitser sounds like a good nickname
@gringopines34763 жыл бұрын
I LIKE IT!!! KEEP PUSHIN ON...
@MacBailey3 жыл бұрын
I bought a similar Mahindra 1635 last summer. I am also very happy with my purchase. I do bush-hog a few fields, and got a deal on the larger hp in the same frame. I filled my own tires with RV Antifreeze and put on some hub extenders, but I do not have much flat ground and both helped tremendously.
@drmautz3 жыл бұрын
Still looks brand new. I miss you struggling with the little green machine
@isaeagle40313 жыл бұрын
My feelings were the same as yours on the Kubota. And your channel helped me make the decision to buy a CK2610HST. I am just under 50 hrs now and love it. Forks are on my short list. I did have 2 sets of rear hyd installed when I bought it. The idea is to get the Pat's Hitch and hyd top link. I bought the box blade so the top link will just making adjustments so much easier. The Kioti is a great tool!
@davidedwards37343 жыл бұрын
Great review of the tractor.
@craigmilligan6163 жыл бұрын
I have a 100 HP John Deere 4230 two-wheel drive tractor with a 265 level-action loader. I finally added a grapple fork to the loader bucket and teeth to the bucket. That was like adding a thumb to your hand. You would be _amazed_ at what you can do from the tractor seat with it. The log loads are far more secure and you can bunch up slash wood piles with zero effort. I would highly recommend having grapple forks. For your mascot, how about "Chip", like a chip of wood from an axe. 🤠👍
@hartleyhomesteadmichigan60413 жыл бұрын
How about “Wood-E” for the mascot name? 😊
@jtbear703 жыл бұрын
Getting a rise with that name.
@deanbacon82453 жыл бұрын
Winner !
@thebradleysoncatbirdhill68493 жыл бұрын
Hey Dan! Good honest review! Tractors are just like cars and trucks. what feels right to one person feels totally wrong to the next. I'll never forget the time I rented a BMW x5 SUV for a trip. Worst vehicle ever drove in my life! Uncomfortable and totally not intuitive when it came to controls. Yet there are people who will only ever drive a BMW! On a side note, I would have some concerns about a manufacturer who tells you to regularly check your engine mount bolts! Yikes what's up with that? Looking forward to livestream tomorrow night! 💪
@bobeby57513 жыл бұрын
Love the mascot. I'll be needing to get a tee shirt once you get them printed!
@Spudd743 жыл бұрын
Grapple and third function is worth every penny.
@karlpatterson84372 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the honest review. Very helpful.
@daviddeaton42503 жыл бұрын
I think when you get good with the forks there is no need for a grapple. For your application I think you have what you need. I really like the wood hound idea and can’t wait to get the t shirt.very informative video thanks for sharing Buddy!🚜💪😎
@DanielAtkinsFirewood3 жыл бұрын
Its amazing what tools can do for a job. Glad your happy 1 year in. See you tomorrow night on the live feed..
@BiffsEquipment3 жыл бұрын
Great video, I use to own a GEHL 4060 series skidsteer and it was awesome to have.. just not economical did the type of jobs I do so I got rid of it. Keep up the great work 👍🏻
@FirewoodattheFurnace3 жыл бұрын
I’m not ready for a tractor yet, but I would be lying if I said it’s not in the back of my mind. I’m getting these IBC totes and want to be able to eventually move them around. Would your tractor lift a full one high enough to get into the bed of a pick up?
@chuckcribbs33982 жыл бұрын
We are in the process of potentially buying a 2610. I have 8 acres of wooded land, a pole barn and I need the ability to move downed logs, grade the driveway, move dirt, and dig post holes. We are looking to move into the barn after we finish it, sell our house, and then build a new house further back on the property. Zero percent financing right now. Looking at one Thursday.
@cameronshilling34283 жыл бұрын
I have a NX5510 Kioti that I do the same wood work with as you. As others have stated, the 3rd function and grapple are worthy upgrades. Moving logs with forks is doable, but clearing and stacking brush with them SUX. The grapple does a much better job, in a fraction of the time. No worries about being in the center of the log and it flipping off the forks either. Just grab it wherever is handy, clamp on it, and away you go! I can say the only time my forks are on now, is if I'm moving totes or pallets around.
@stevesedgwick57893 жыл бұрын
Honest, fair review - pleased your happy with the purchase !
@TheGunner113 жыл бұрын
You can get a bypass switch for the seat ignition lockout off ebay for $10-20. I had the same issue. Also allows you to get off without the tractor turning off.
@roysorrells79883 жыл бұрын
He looks like a Winston or Willy. Love watching your channel. Keep doing your thing brother 👍
@pjp80s3 жыл бұрын
My ck27 was the best power to weight ratio tractor I ever owned.... it has the same capability as my Kubota L3940 but in a much smaller frame. It’s also very well equipped for the price you pay.
@danielniquette51873 жыл бұрын
Forks vs grapple, the eternal debate (or struggle). I did haul 16' logs for years with forks and I did ok with it. Last year, I installed a third function valve on my loader and bought the lightest grapple I could find (Land Pride). Man! It's a game changer. You are at least twice mor efficient with the grapple. Picking the logs is far easier. Hauling it too. It doesn't slide or bounce like the forks. You can drop the load much more precisely. I suppose it's safer too. It would be harder to have the load coming back at the operator than with the forks. I only see advantages for that kind of work. And, of course, I still use the forks frequently to move things around (pallets, IBC totes, etc.). The right tool for the right job, I guess.
@darrenturner99002 жыл бұрын
Great information 👍👍 I was looking at the Kubota LX 2610 and this is very helpful for a comparison. I’m leaning towards the Kioti.
@robfarrell73623 жыл бұрын
Can’t believe it is one year already 👍🇮🇪
@outdoorswithlarryrobin3 жыл бұрын
Nothing like dependable equipment! 🚜🪵👍🏼🇱🇷
@gringopines34763 жыл бұрын
YOU KNOW IT LAR... PEACE BUD...
@woodyjade90973 жыл бұрын
If you ever get a grapple those forks will only be used for moving pallets. The grapple is is like so much faster and so much more control with moving logs. I know, i did it for years!!!!!!!!!!! Just trying to help!!!!!!! I think if you asked anybody who has ever had a grapple they would say the same thing. Its like night and day, a no brainer!!! Trust me!!!!!!
@Seedavis3973 жыл бұрын
I bought a ck40se in November and I love it! Got 44 hours on it so far. Please make a video of the 200 hour service.
@joebob73443 жыл бұрын
Solve the seat starting issue by adjusting the seat tension so that it sinks down under you weight.
@TheGunner113 жыл бұрын
Or just get a $10 bypass plug off ebay.
@obxkoastie81703 жыл бұрын
Dan...Hometown Acres had the same problem with his flashers and showed how he fixed it!
@paulharvey3515 Жыл бұрын
Could you do a video of the kioti carrying a load up a decent hill in low and med gear. Then report about how much the engine strains accomplishing this.
@stanleykeith69693 жыл бұрын
"SHIFTY" the Back 40 Wood Hound !
@stanleykeith69693 жыл бұрын
Stay "SHIFTY" My Friend ! You could put this on the Back of the shirt Dan. 😊
@dmbgjs3 жыл бұрын
Gotta be shifty
@daviddeaton42503 жыл бұрын
Shifty
@traviscover5903 жыл бұрын
I like your new video this morning you did a really good job you sound name at big bad wolf good job the moming buddy 🍺🍺
@ericharris8933 жыл бұрын
I broke both my lights off too. Some bolts loosened up as well. I’m at 800 hrs. I got the backhoe for mine. Strong little bugger.
@brianhardy18122 жыл бұрын
Great little tractor. I will have one before the year is out.
@oruwatching3 жыл бұрын
I have a CK2610, love it, it's my 3rd Kioti. Too bad you don't live in VA, I had the 3rd valve installed plus bought a grapple for $1500. Looking at what you do I think you would like it. I agree on the light problem, why can't they mount those on the inside!? If you work in the woods you might as well take them off before they break off. :-(
@hitied12 жыл бұрын
What dealer did you go to in Virginia?
@donaldstrishock39233 жыл бұрын
Hey Dan (Shifty) a no brainer here , the name must be "Timber Wolf" because of the wood use and a bigger than a kioti's name sake. Looked fer a 25-26 tractor as such as the kioti 2610. Have a 21 21hp M-F, a 36hp M-F 1736, a 54hp TLB MX5200 kubogy, but not a comparable ( like your rig) in sight. If the 2610 had turning brakes & a rocker pedal ( in the hydro) l might be persuaded. The 3510se gear drive is my real choice, want the back how Atachment but don't like the kioti underbelly drag on the ground system. Your rig is a Great choice for your application. I am just leaning to the Massey-Ferguson 1825e with a back-hoe ( just 4000$ more) than all others. Just have to compromise on the "handy-dandy" fender mounted loader valve. Thanks for the great vidio & insight. Happy safe tractoring "Shifty".
@healyfamily43 жыл бұрын
I'm jealous of Khaleesi, congrats on the one year anny. Have a great day.
@WSTMike3 жыл бұрын
I’m at an impasse, whether to call you Dan or Shifty. Congrats on 1 year with the Kioti.
@gringopines34763 жыл бұрын
LOVE YOUR NAME... KINDA PUTS YOU IN A SWEET FRAME OF MIND - YA... ALMOST MYSTICAL... PEACE...
@Muzzleblast-1911 Жыл бұрын
Hey Shifty! Can I ask what this unit with loader would cost me. I understand that 2 years ago it was probably a little cheaper, but I just requested a quote and want to see about what other people paid for theirs. Thanx in advance.
@robpond73852 жыл бұрын
Bought mine 2 yrs ago and glad I did
@Seanquintal-d3m2 ай бұрын
You need a front grapple I can’t live without mine
@kerrywillis11143 жыл бұрын
Woody the wood hound. I have a 2020, CK4010 Hst and love it!!
@andrewsamanthamadison33203 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dan for this review! It’s confirmed my ck purchase. Sign this Saturday with my local dealer! Have you had issues locating parts for maintenance with pandemic?
@raykern61063 жыл бұрын
Check out Brush Crusher made by Westendorf. No third function needed. I have a Kioti ck2610 also and have the brush crusher. Really like it.
@RockhillfarmYT Жыл бұрын
Good review
@Back40Firewood Жыл бұрын
Thanks! That tractor has sure been a game changer around here, just like everyone says...not sure how I got by without it...hahaha
@davidgore38703 жыл бұрын
Check out the Westendorf Brush Crusher grapple. Does not require the 3rd function valve.
@cascademtman59013 жыл бұрын
Nice honest review. Thanks!
@skippyjones41952 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel... Wood Butcher 🤷 great video Thank you 👍
@Back40Firewood2 жыл бұрын
Hey great to have you here with the rest of us in the Back 40 community. Glad you found the channel and appreciate you watching! 👍 😀 🍻
@stevesedgwick57893 жыл бұрын
My name suggestion for the mascot, you probably won’t like it but here goes: Hariwulfaz Back forty. Which means Warrior Wolf
@ericharris8933 жыл бұрын
The the third function is better than your thinking. You have the tractor. It’s definitely worth it since you spent the money to begin with. The grapple is ridiculously convenient compared to whatever your thinking about necessity.
@pmaint1 Жыл бұрын
How do these tractors do plowing heavy snow? Thanks
@crookedrowfarm61003 жыл бұрын
Just like with the tractor and the forks, you wonder how you done without it, you will think the same thing about a grapple. Look at the log grapple that Hometown Acres has for his tractor.
@nathanruff74593 жыл бұрын
Is the loader fully greasable?
@devshewitt48093 жыл бұрын
Go under your seat connect wires together that was first thing I did having to be on the seat for it to continue to run was irritating
@jerrystott77803 жыл бұрын
Howl Bunyan would be a funny name. Have a great day.
@fredstephens30572 жыл бұрын
His name is ,”Wedge.” Nice tractor.
@paulrice19183 жыл бұрын
I kinda like Barkie as a name.
@vfries22 жыл бұрын
The tractor is a compact not a sub compact. HP does in it self determine if it's sub compact or compact tractor
@Frontpagefab3 жыл бұрын
I agree. I will not buy Kubota because of the rocker pedal. also most of their models don't have the loader control by the seat.
@ajpsawmill43143 жыл бұрын
Nice tractor, you put a wire tie on the seat safety switch didn't you.😂
@trevorpitts74012 жыл бұрын
Is there a fix for the bolt issue? Seems like it would be a pain to be checking and tightening all the time
@jamesmckay99663 жыл бұрын
Great Review LITTLE WOLF. Thats what a coyote is.
@Jimbiros593 жыл бұрын
Hi Dan I had a 2610 for about three years or so I am not sure of the hours around 150 or so I use a five foot rototiller the most but I have forks a brush hog and the bucket no big issues other than that switch under the seat was sticky and I had to spray some lube on it I would haul a lot more wood with it but I currently can’t get to where I am downing trees. It has done everything I have asked of it so far 🤞I noticed you must have a bigger loader than I have you must of upgraded to a KL4030? Keep up the good work 👍 Bucky for the wood hound name?
@firewoodmike82153 жыл бұрын
R u going to make mascot stickers
@garygross96123 жыл бұрын
Shifty would be a great name for the mascot!
@wormyterry3 жыл бұрын
One thing you need to put on it is a Saw Haul.
@Back40Firewood3 жыл бұрын
I've thought about getting one actually.👍 😀 🍻
@IronOakSawmill3 жыл бұрын
GROWLER. I emailed it to you. Same name as a container to carry beer
@bulletproofpepper22 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@SW-lu9cu3 жыл бұрын
Very honest review ! Thanks
@Back40Firewood3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed.👍 😀 🍻
@markkaralus64452 жыл бұрын
Has to be Woody Woodhound!. After all you in the wood business
@Turfer19793 жыл бұрын
Whats the capacity of the rear lift. I use rear forks to move my IBC totes around but my old 8n cant lift a full tote. Do you think the kioti would lift a full tote as it sat on your rear platform. Thanks, great review
@Back40Firewood3 жыл бұрын
Yeah depending on if stacked in the tote or loose it would lift it. If stacked in then might not lift it high enough to get in truck bed but close.
@michaelbird-romero26322 жыл бұрын
Where can you buy a Kilgore in N MEX ????
@TheGbaxter1234 Жыл бұрын
Oh ua sticker, I’m local 72 Hotlanta!
@DP-ke3vf2 жыл бұрын
If you could do it all over again would you have still went with the hydro or would you have went with the manual? I have the 2610 hydro but often wish I would have went with the manual or shuttle shift. Just curious to your thoughts on this question as I feel like I would have more pulling power had I just went with the other transmission options as the hydro seems to consume to much of the HP plus the noise decibels would be much less and not require hear protection.
@Back40Firewood2 жыл бұрын
I think I'd still go with the hydro over the manual. Since I do a lot of moving around the woodyard that aren't very far distances I find the switching pedals is much easier. My dad has a manual tractor and unless you're doing field work it can be a pain to always be shifting gears. For what I use it for, like I said around the woodyard I'm happy with the hydro. 👍😀🍻
@DP-ke3vf2 жыл бұрын
@@Back40Firewood thanks for taking the time to answer my question.
@thejpnjn2 жыл бұрын
Strongly disagree about the grapple and forks argument , the grapple will hands down speed things up to a level you would imagine , I had the same thoughts as I used my forks to move wood while my grapple was in order , when I finally got my grapple I had no regrets on my purchase, it almost never comes off my tractor , like the tractor it to has been a game changer !!