The ultimate three-point hitch upgrade | Compact Tractor Top and Tilt

[@richcooke9241]

Having a "Top & Tilt" kit is invaluable! I cannot imagine ordering a utility tractor without it. It makes fine grading 100x easier and more accurate. It also makes hooking up implements faster and simpler. Don't leave the dealer without a Top & Tilt Kit on your tractor!!!

[@bladewiper]

Since having them, I would not want a tractor without them. Well worth the money.

[@frankwrogg2515]

Thumbs up for honesty. It is not for everyone.

[@_B_K_]

I got this a few years ago with my L3302 and I've been using it almost every time I use the tractor. Invaluable.

[@BD-dr1hw]

Love the top 'n tilt on my 4060LE. I also have the 3d set of rear remotes and hydraulic scarifiers on my box blade. It's even a little useful for adjusting the tilt of my tiller and snowblower. Best of all, it makes attaching implements easy. The only (minor) downside is that rear remotes relax when the tractor is off, so the implement has to be adjusted each time you use it.

[@ggrinnell22]

I love your videos! Thank you. I’ve had Kubota tractors for 25 years and never knew there was such a thing. I’ll be getting one!

[@tangoseal1]

I bought one on my 4060. Absolute game changer.

[@goforit5844]

Awesome video, showing usability & requirements- Need this too…!

[@5075E]

The top link cylinder itself is worth every penny, especially if you're using a quick hitch. The time and aggravation of climbing in and out of the cab, dinking with the turnbuckle (sometimes several times) is a big p.i.t.a.. This is compounded once you get to the bigger compact tractors on up. The implements are extremely heavy and a lot of the times, you can't adjust them unless they're resting on the ground. Even if the implement is rated for a quick hitch, the angle front to back between the top and bottom pins can differ greatly. With the hydraulic version, you simply back up to the implement, adjust the top link for the correct angle and pick it up, while in the seat. The side tilt I will agree that it's not as utilized by non-commercial operators. Make sure to get cylinders with check valves built into them so they don't fade on you. A less expensive option to gain more SCVs is a hydraulic multiplier fro companies such as Summit Hydraulics. Or you can get a multi-circuit manifold valve with power beyond to add multiple discreet SCVs for a lot less than factory options.

[@jimmcknight3021]

We added the 3rd function OEM as well as all 3 rear hydraulic ports to our Grand L 3550 LE. Right now, we are just using one for the hydraulic top link. Eventually, we will get the tilt cylinder when we upgrade our turn buckle arms, which are just on the LE version. I might point out that the dealer we purchased from chargers the same amount of labor to install one or 3 rear remotes. Yes, each remote will add to your cost, but I felt it was worth it as more Implements come out with hydraulic options for compact tractors.

[@alexxiv14]

I installed a top and tilt kit from Kubota sometime after getting my l4760 it was really easy to do , some things I learned along the way. 1. it makes it a lot easier to hook up implements with the quick hitch if you have a top and tilt kit it makes it easy to match angle and grab implements into position with the top hook 2. you can get away with 1 rear remote and a hydraulic diverter (summit hydraulics makes one for this purpose) letting you swap the 1 outlet with a lever between the 2 cylinders although I did have some issues where at extreme angles the quick hitch would hit the diverter and it would pop out the hoses so it is much nicer to have the 2 dedicated remotes which I eventually upgraded to. 3. it is something that I wish I had gotten upfront and included with the financing instead of a later add on especially since I had to have the dealer install the extra remote ( I was able to install the top and tilt kit myself in the field) as I did not have the facilities to do so myself at the time.

[@MarkRundle-p2p]

I'm supposed to take delivery of a L3902 with three rear remotes this week. I ordered a top & tilt plus a third set of lines for a Gearmore box blade with hydraulic ripper . There was a small holdup with a back ordered lever. The two neighbors I asked both said not getting rear hydraulics is their biggest regret.

[@tominsc9909]

While the hydraulic side link may not be worth the cost to everyone (depending on the attachments used and tasks performed), I think the hydraulic top link is worth the cost to everyone who uses 3 point attachments.

[@jacknimble1]

I have both the top and tilt but I have not really needed the top at all. For driveway grading I only use the tilt function. If I could do it over again, I would have just bought the tilt part.

[@JCWren]

What's up with the gray wheels and fenders on a Kubota? I don't think I've seen that before.

[@js4455dl]

Anniversary model

[@bradjenkins932]

Make sure you get them with check valves.

[@tangoseal1]

Nope. You do not want check valves. You want the correct valve bodies. Work with a dealer or hydro shop to get it correct.

[@bradjenkins932]

@@tangoseal1 I work at a hydraulic shop.. Yes you do.

[@bpdp379]

@@tangoseal1what would those be? My factory valves all (3) leak down. Dealer has replaced them twice with no improvement. Is there some other body they need to order? The forums are full of other owners with same problem.

[@davethompson3226]

I added a top and tilt to my B2650 and I absolutely LOVE it. I plow my driveway with a rear blade and allowing the tilt to float during plowing is soooo good. Got the kit from my local dealer (it was for a slightly different model but they said it would fit for me) and I did the install myself. There's a video on my channel about the install and it was tricky but very fun!

[@lcee6592]

Can you provide a part/kit number?

[@theSkavenger84]

How much did it end up costing you?

[@stephengmeiner3264]

Wish I had that when I maintained a mile long gravel driveway.

[@theSkavenger84]

Damn that sounds amazing

[@markbuetow2351]

I put one on my first tractor, a L4060, and would not have a tractor without them.

[@karlbrundage7472]

This implement would be fantastic for me, but I can't justify the expense. Maybe when I'm so old that I can't dismount the tractor to make the adjustments I'll consider it.

[@DaveFlessert]

Would not be without, but another place it really shines is when loading the tractor onto a trailer, you can tilt your mower or disc WAY up to drive on or off and not scape, then quickly level and lower to chain down.

[@todds2248]

Landpride is still crazy expensive! $900 plus for just the cylinders and no hoses or hardware (for a LX)!! I was able to get a very nice aftermarket hydraulic toplink (didn't need side tilt) with the hoses for under $300. Once you have it you'll never go back.

[@davidbalvin8112]

They are a great feature as you said for ground engaging implements, but one needs to be a little careful with PTO powered equipment.

[@tangoseal1]

I use my rotary mower with it all the time. Just don't be a fool

[@wildbill23c]

Great option if it wasn't so ridiculously expensive. I'll just get off the tractor and adjust the top link...the 3rd function kit was ridiculously priced as it was. Adding rear remotes themselves is another cost prohibitive option but could provide a lot of additional use once you have them. I had the 3rd function kit added after the fact so it cost even more than it would have initially...let my salesman talk me out of that kit when I bought the tractor, shouldn't have listened to him....I haven't got the grapple yet, but its on the list for this year as that was the main reason I got the 3rd function kit added....that and I recall you mentioning that if the tractor model changes those kits might become "obsolete" in the fact the kits get broke down into their individual parts and cost even more...which makes me think I should have the rear remote kit added too for future hydraulic needs. I'd just like to have the hydraulic top link, for a box blade, or land plane, and other attachments like that it would be very useful.

[@prattusa]

I have wanted this functionality for a while. Q: I have an MX6000. Your website shows 2 kits for the MX, one is $1169 and the other is $1419 - what is not clear is what the difference is; is the cheaper one the cylinders only? I have 6 remote outlets on the machine (3 sets of 2) already.

[@homesculptor]

I got my M7060 with top and tilt stack of 3 valves. They leak like a siev. I've had it in the shop 3 times, and they change O rings, tell me it was fixed, and it leaks as soon as they deliver it. I guess I got to buy some new connections. I think its the connections. I paid 10 grand for the extra warranty, but I sould have paid 15 grand. Maybe that would have made me a valuable client to earn that my tractor gets fixed. I love the tracter, and this is the 3rd piece of equimpment my family purchased from this dealer.

[@RandThompson-dd3sk]

I have a single rear remote. So I'd need a diverter for my 2601. It's on the list

[@NateGlessner73]

You could order it with just the hydraulic toplink but the entire kit is your better buy.

[@natehill8069]

So, if I already have the hydraulics I should jump all over the T&T? Of course mine seem to leak a lot when a hose is plugged in (they ARE Kubota brand. Well, actually they were installed by the dealer and are SUPPOSED to be Kubota. Hmmm,).

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Darn!!!! I see this right after I've been handed my budget from my " chief financial officer"😂

[@austinrngr]

Is there a top and tilt for a b2301

[@jean-yvesdurocher8467]

I use my backhoe on my l3901 every week. Takes 5 min to hookups. Would I have to take out this cylinder each time? Sound like fantastic addition even if it is expensive. Thx for your advise.

[@MessicksEquip]

The cylinders replace some of the hardware on your 3, so yes you remove them.

[@ronevans852]

Very handy to have but too costly couldn’t do it. In less that what I need.

[@ericcrockett6396]

I have a bx2670 and I do alot of grading and dirt work and I badly want multiple remotes for my tractor for a T&T kit and to be able to run a hydraulic angle for a grader blade

[@danielwilliamson1577]

Is there one designed for a Kubota m9960?

[@kevincasey9551]

What model tractor is that?

[@TerryRossi]

Do you have a top-tilt kit with the quick hitch for the M7060 with cab?

[@NateGlessner73]

No factory kit for a hydraulic toplink but we can put one together for you.

[@Golfboy-ze3le]

Can you ask New Holland to make them for Workmaster 25s? I have not found an external company that makes a kit yet. I need to keep my gravel road smooth with a box blade.

[@bradjenkins932]

I got mine from Agristore USA.

[@AnthonySchmitt]

I had my dealer install 2 rear remotes and the Kubota top & tilt kit on my LX2610SU late last year. I called up KTAC to see if I could have this added to my policy, but they said no because I paid cash for the mod, and the policy on the tractor is tied to financing. If I really wanted to insure it, they would have to write up a separate policy and in the event of a loss, I’d have to pay 2 deductibles!

[@BigTader]

Neil is that a 2024 tractor or a 2023 ?

[@MessicksEquip]

No difference in model years.

[@justindavis1546]

Looking at the bucket and wheels of that tractor I would say it's a L6060.

[@MessicksEquip]

Yes

[@rickwest4783]

Unfortunately, I have a cat 2. Plus I don't have the brand tractor you sell. So guess I'm s.o.l.. 😂 😂

[@timberhitchllc]

The components that make these features are not exclusive to Kubota or Land Pride and can be had to fit a hitch of any category.

[@rickwest4783]

@@timberhitchllc. I want to get a cat 2 quick hitch for my RX7320. I would like to get that top & tilt set up for my tracktor as well. I would need 1 more auxiliary out. I have 3 now. I'd like to get a quote for this if it's possible please. Thank you.

[@timberhitchllc]

@@rickwest4783 Sorry if you misunderstood me. I don't make or sell these parts or kits. I only commented to say that they are out there to be had. I was about to make up all the parts I needed to outfit my tractor using brand agnostic parts. It can be done!

[@MessicksEquip]

Yea, we can't do that. No way for us to get the dimensions correct.

[@rickwest4783]

@@timberhitchllc. No worries. Thank you for all the info. 👍

[@Deuce_Allan]

Can you sell me this tractor?