SKID STEER BATTLE! CAT 259D3 VS KUBOTA SVL 75-2

[@blorph1]

So wonderful to see these ambitious guys making their way in life.

[@Catfang]

I bought a new SVL 75-3 about three months ago, and I have to say that it probably addresses all the complaints with the -2 in this video. Backup cam is now standard, keyless start (PIN), the cab is fully sealed now (so much quieter and cleaner), it has additional torque and the hydraulics have been upgraded so that you don't get the power lag when both moving and lifting. Oh, and that stupid washer reservoir isn't looming above your shoulder anymore either. It was maybe $3k more than the 75-2 price in this video, but still at least $15k cheaper than the CAT and Deere equivalents, at least here in Montana. Lastly, I do a lot of (solo) work that requires jumping in and out of the loader frequently, and not having to worry about whether the boom is "low enough" to clear the door is a huge time saver. Oh, and the new cab is a lot sturdier, so you can drive around with the door up and it doesn't make a huge racket like on 75-2. Just adding my two cents!

[@rontopping2048]

Agree. svl75-3 is awesome

[@drzflyest4]

I have used all 3 machines and i agree with your assessment. In ny opinion the cat has better balance but less comfort and less visibility

[@Goofy58943]

We tried Cat, Case, Bobcat, Tach, and Kubota. We went with an SVL75-3. We are more than pleased with it. It is the best machine I have ever run, easy to fix any issues, and has plenty of torque and power. It was $79k as most dealers are putting all the upgrades on them from what we saw but it was worth the investment.

[@charlesedwards8030]

The cats engine is a kubota engine actually the same one that is in that kubota skid steer I believe. The deference is pumps cat runs a dual pump. Also you can get too the def on the cat by just pulling the cooling pak out.

[@mberry7a]

When you demo a machine the dealer tends to put smaller buckets on to make the machine feel stronger. So yes a bucket does matter. Kubota uses a hydraulic over hydraulic joystick which is far superior than electric over hydraulic.

[@slamsshenanigans2296]

I just want to say seeing you two very young men working hard and killing it is awesome! Keep at it

[@JeepArmyUSA]

The best skid steer is the one you can get the fastest local support for so there’s little downtime 👍

[@joshowens2219]

Or if you know how to work on your own stuff that opens up a larger selection of equipment.

[@csaa1980]

@@joshowens2219until you have to haul it 200 miles one way for warranty work.

[@therealjoeymatilla]

Don’t think I didn’t see it 🤣 Welcome DADDY ! Haha that’s funny

[@bradentokoly]

Great review of both machines (including price points). Thank you!

[@timberhitchllc]

Just missed out on the updated SVL75-3. 😭😭😭

[@kobynedeau1519]

I might be wrong but I wanna say in the long run, Kubota might be cheaper to maintain because they make a lot of their own parts which makes them cheaper

[@thomaslecour2462]

Parts are cheap, but you’re gonna spend a lot more time doing the maintenance with that radiator in the way

[@snakeplisken4119]

​@@thomaslecour2462Not on the 3 they have fixed that issue

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

​@@snakeplisken4119facts

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

Straight up you're gonna win big time wt the Kubota

[@williameasterly2553]

2023 Svl75-3 has everything the cat does and is 75k for standard flow. Low mine makes the svl75-2 seem like a 30 year old machine.

[@ammo4uragingjudge559]

Boy that $10,000 dpf service is a deal breaker. Great to see young men getting it done.

[@rontopping2048]

10k is nothing. 1 landscaping project 2 to 3 days profit

[@dylanbrown5066]

​@rontopping2048 10k might not be alot of money but for a maintenance item on a skid steer, that's pretty steep

[@jamiecrutchfield9868]

​@rontopping2048 you obviously don't own your own business.

[@dvdgnzlz25]

Regardless how much you make on a project, I'd rather keep that cash in my pocket.

[@S_and_S_Farms]

The Kubota is cheaper in price, parts & maintenance over the life of the machine. As a contractor, the bottom line always puts more money in your pocket at the end of the day. Best of luck, Guys!

[@rontopping2048]

Kubota is good for heavy construction , just digging and moving dirt, backfilling . Cat is good for fine grading, landscaping, comfort. Everyday use . Cat has a kubota engine with cat components.

[@themintlord4744]

I will never buy a skid steer with an enclosed cab that isn't a kubota or takeuchi because of the doors. They are much more convinent and far safer than a swing out door. And Kubota and Takeuchi make pretty awesome machines. I've run both machines you're showing there and even if they both had the roll up door I'd take the kubota any day of the week. It's way easier to operate and service, and a lot cheaper to maintain.

[@douglashughes1392]

What a bad ass looking house in the background!

[@akquicksilver]

Good video! You two are unusual for your age group. Good to see young men gettiing after it, instead of playing video games in the bedroom! Just picked up a new 259D3 (2024) loaded in Anchorage at NC Machinery for $69K. They were unloading the last couple machines to make room for the 2025 models.

[@demuntresmith6666]

Love your video love to see young men running there own business.

[@zacherymorris5892]

Love the logos and name for Mr.Valentine over here

[@alphonsotate2982]

HIGH PRICE CAT riding on their name Kabota riding on quality

[@Tcw2019]

The new updated 75-3 is a lot better. Leds, backup camera, radiator swings out, better cab. I’m pretty sure cat buys kubota engines as well. The door and 15k cheaper would do it for me

[@joewilson6566]

The engine pull out is a deal breaker for me 😮

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Kubota 💪

[@nateofthesouth]

It's great to see young men working so hard and finding success. Cheers to you both, to your companies, and to your futures! (The Cat is better)

[@destryorr5618]

Do you know the Cat 259D motor is actually a Kubota motor. I blew mine out last winter and when purchasing a new motor they told me it's the same motor.

[@bmiller1325]

I’ve owned 3 259s all great machines great dealer support in OKC electric over hydraulic is much easier to drive the controls move with the seat in the cat and in rough terrain the suspension on the cat is a game changer if you are in it all day and they are priced less where I live

[@sirlayo]

Incredible! In 1 month I'm going for one

[@AtlasSurvivalShelters]

Sharp kids. I’m proud of you 👍

[@hunggravyberg7537]

where does this take place? Amazing home

[@tuckt6180]

Well done fellas

[@ronsblack]

Should I buy Takeuchi TL8R2 or Kubota SVL75-3 Any advice?

[@forward_ever_ever2595]

The inventor of the skid steer (BobCat) had their engines made by Kubota... CAT JohnDeer more expensive yet they are out done by Kubota

[@Gma22kids]

you should switch to kubota because of the door and the other things about skid steers

[@pabloserrano709]

How is the F250 doing? Make a review!

[@J.Sanchez805]

John Deere 333G hands down. Power and reliability over both of them. Those CATs always break down due to some electrical nonsense. Kubotas are stiff and just weird to run.

[@thomaslecour2462]

Bobcat has the max control remote control feature, awesome awesome to have

[@aalonzo1213]

love the skid steers!

[@NYa-mo7se]

Biggest difference the kubota won’t be out of service all the time. Cats got a great cab,power and quiet. Many many break downs.

[@herzargoloz4986]

I had my 259D3 for over 2 yrs now. No breakdowns yet. So maybe it also depends on the user. Be gentle with your machines guys!

[@jamariocarter4157]

@@herzargoloz4986 me to facts 259

[@dawsonkennedy960m]

Great video keep it up! Could we possibly get some more mowing footage?

[@thelawncarekid]

For sure!

[@alphonsotate2982]

I would go with a John Deer with its supper boom lift in the same class machine it can lift more than both machines shown

[@bigluke4913]

Where u sled at?

[@alphonsotate2982]

Kabota all the way cheaper to service Cat design is stupid

[@mercedesbenzisbest]

Deere and takeuchi will are by far the strongest

[@GD_fishin]

Caterpillar is a dam good machine but they don’t work in chicken houses

[@brayson5161]

welcome daddy

[@alphonsotate2982]

Kabota got a much bigger bucket

[@BrianRuid]

I bought a SVL90 at less than 600 hours it self destructed. This machine had all the proper maintenance done at the dealer. Almost $16000 worth of hydraulic repairs. I will NEVER own another Kubota. I now have a Cat 259d3. I would put this 75 hp machine up against a Kubota any day. Smother ride, better control response, quieter, all around superior machine!

[@johnbyrd3109]

Ya the cats are good machines

[@shannondalton7381]

Godless you guys wish i was doing that at 18 instead of 47 ..better late than never

[@AlejandroGarcia-zq7eb]

Do a video of the f250 2011

[@Preston_949]

👍

[@nickmarchando3990]

Can we get some long mowing videos…. Like maybe 25 minute videos???

[@seanmackenzie4432]

Kubotas are just loud and clunky.

[@jeffreyhalverson83]

I'm assuming these children are rich kids?

[@bakid470]

Or hard working and willing to hustle? 🤡

[@lyndonjohnson5449]

He said he started mowing at age 9 and has 54 weekly accounts while doing full serve landscaping.

[@JamesGough-y1g]

Cat will not support you

[@JamesGough-y1g]

259d cat is junk wait to you need it repaired and you better have deep pockets you will need a lot of money and another skid

[@ericvonp]

At 17,18 dropping $75-85k. Not smart even if you own your business unless you got some people related to you in that house?