This Tractor Brand is Gone!

As of January 1st of this year, Branson Tractors are no longer a brand. The parent company, Kukje, a south Korean tractor company, was purchased by TYM, another company based there. The two product lines are now merged together, the dealer organizations have been combined, and everything from now on will be sold under the TYM brand.
TYM stands for Tong Yang Moolsan, and with the Kukje acquisition, the company becomes the largest South Korean-based tractor company. They purchased Kukje primarily for their diesel engine manufacturing capabilities, but also enhanced their distribution with the Branson tractor in North America, by gaining access to their dealer network. Branson dealers were converted to TYM where possible, anywhere there were conflicts, the strongest dealer got the franchise. TYM dealers will now have access to parts for both brands.
TYM is obviously trying to spread their tractor costs over as many units as it possible, which is the goal of any manufacturer. They currently build tractors for Rural King, and for Bad Boy, as well as a few models for Mahindra. In addition, they've recently signed an agreement to provide some economy tractors for Yanmar dealers. There are a lot of TYM tractors available, under multiple brands.
Other South Korean-based companies trying to gain as much volume as possible are Daedong, who produces their own Kioti branded tractors and also similar models for Bobcat; and LS, who produces small tractors for New Holland and Case.
Trying to keep track of which companies share products and build for competitors has always been tough, especially on the smaller tractors. It's gotten increasingly complex as more distributors enter the tractor business selling tractors that may already have a footprint in the North American market.
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[@fhuber7507]

I bought a Branson about 2 years ago. One big selling point was... almost no electronics. I avoided the DEF system by selecting a 25 hp engine in a frame that they put in 25 hp to 40 hp. Local dealer now has TYM and Mahindra... and remaining Branson stock. I've not been gentle with the tractor and it's doing well. 550 hrs. Out-lifts my neighbor's 35 HP New Holland of same frame size. (as close as you can get) If his can't lift it with his loader, most times mine can. I've actully lifted the 2000 lb rated max for the loader. (and a bit more) Branson actually goes back 30 years...

[@garybulwinkle82]

You can "fine tune" your hydraulics, by adjusting your pressure relief! Do this at your own risk as you may exceed your tractors safe capacities, and extra precaution should be taken! On my Woods backhoe I've adjusted the relief all the way, and have broken a lot of pieces on the unit. I'm a good welder and have gusseted all the weak points because I like the extra digging power!!

[@millermatthew92]

I bought a badboy 4025 last year. Equivalent to a 2515r branson, I believe. I heard about this about two months ago and have been wondering how this would play out. Badboy had a contract with branson, now aka TYM. I got the tractor knowing it was basically a brason, which is a good machine. So i had no worries and a dealer nearby, as long as they continue that particular frame and engine size into tym, I'm good, I hope. Thing has been a workhorse using loader for sawmill.

[@itguy1560]

I avoided the DEF system by selecting a Kioti tractor (NX4510 HST Cab). ;)

[@unclecowboy2003]

The lift capacity of the hydraulic system of any tractor I’ve ever owned. I’ve turned up the hydraulic pressure then fill with tires with ballast and be safe when you’re doing so

[@lyndonhamby7432]

I have a Kioti. Absolutely love it 👍👍

[@RockhillfarmYT]

Nice coverage. I had wondered if a lot of manufacturers would pull out of the show, But in my experience, even the smaller shows I’ve been to in the last six months are still packed out

[@scubasteve7946]

This bums me out. I really liked a lot of the features and details of the Branson over several other competitors.

[@tractortyme]

Every tractor breaks at one point, but I'm in the 3rd year with my TYM T474 Cab HST, I currently have 324h on it using it for snow removal, logging and mowing with mine with no issues.

[@aday1637]

Tractor manufacturers/dealers biggest problem, as I see it, is distance from potential customer. I remember when I last purchased, I felt it necessary to purchase a brand that had a dealer relatively close, in case I needed repair. Afterall, there's no sense in purchasing something that large if you have to drive it many miles to get it worked on. In our area, Deere lays claim to having the most extensive network of dealers and thus my decision to purchase from them. I found other brands I liked better, but the distance factor was the overriding factor.

[@keen0515]

Half the Branson line, especially in the smaller sizes were actually TYM tractors already. My Branson 2505H is just a TYM 254H.

[@dwalke26]

The Rural King stores in our area move several of those tractors, I’m sure they’re a good deal less than a Deere, Kubota, etc..., but you can tell a difference in some of the features they offer, versus the bigger lines.

[@sinfulscatpack3960]

I absolutely loved my Branson and planned to buy another since we sold the mini farm.

[@AJmx2702001]

Here in my part of the country where its corn fields its been a revolving door with the lesser knowns . Kubota had nothing for 40 miles but yet they are painting my area well

[@edgrigsby8610]

I have a Yanmar SA324. Great tractor! Powerful and compact. Amazing lift capabilities. I really love the separate hydraulic system, for loader/pto lift, and the steering. Great idea.

[@richardhessert7862]

Wonderful I have one. Only reason why I bought it was I needed it in three days for an up coming storm. Hydro has a weak pump and uses a lot more fuel. Great job Branson

[@madmax52]

I have the Rural King RK24 with a Yanmar diesel engine in it. I love it. It was probably $8k cheaper than the equivalent John Deere and Kubota tractors.

[@a.saintango1311]

I'm amazed that the American manufacturing industry can't get into this huge market. We all complain about availability and foreign sub-par quality, why do we continue to allow foreigners to just take our market and dollars instead of investing in American-made pride and products?

[@misterb1080]

Have you priced a Deere lately? We have to survive ourselves especially small rural America.

[@jasonhemphill3216]

@@misterb1080 Deere runs Yanmar engines in their small tractors all the way up to at least 65hp. My philosophy is why buy a rebranded tractor painted green for more money when you can buy one made from the original manufacturer for less.

[@drasus233]

@@jasonhemphill3216 EXACTLY!!!

[@uncouthboy8028]

Show me where I can invest and I will. It's not an accident that we have so few domestic manufacturers.

[@craigrockefeller3397]

I guess i am just very old school and patriotic ,I very much wish to by american as much asI can. we have to get back to making our own stuff here and figure out how to do it as economicaly as possible . I stillbelieve in american enginuity and american pride.

[@CPLBSS88]

The BRAND is gone, not the tractor.

[@justindavis1546]

I looked at TYM two years ago; however, there wasn't any dealer within 150 miles. Now I know why there wasn't a push to get one local.

[@ProjectsWithPaul]

This is a good thing for Branson owners because you get a larger dealer network for service. The 2515 still has the highest rated lifting capacity in its class blowing away green and orange tractors of the same HP.

[@Joe-sn6ir]

not even close. they don't last.

[@pmaint1]

​@@Joe-sn6irTYM tractors don't last? What are you talking about?

[@MusicandMachines]

I just bought a Branson/TYM 5835. Here was what sold me on it, even in this moment of limbo. The engine is a Cummins A2300 turbo with a Kukje badge on it. Kukje was a contracted OEM for Cummins, and this particular engine was designed by Cummins and even improved by Kukje. Their improvement I believe was going from sleeved to parent bore cylinders. That means, any engine component will be still be readily available, and probably cheaper from Cummins. As for the rest of the tractor, it has external rear lift cylinders that can be removed and serviced by pulling 2 pins. No need to open the case. Mechanical fuel injection-think 12 valve Cummins. DPF is supplemental and is controlled by a module that is not connected to the engine. You could straight pipe it, unplug the module and the tractor wouldn’t know the difference. This thing is quiet and smooth-nothing like the Mahindra I test drove. The number one reason I went with it was the dealer. He was the only one who would communicate, send quotes, text me back and forth etc. I told him when I bought it that he wasn’t allowed to go out of business for at least 6 years or 3,000 hours.

[@johnjaymesgreatadventures4503]

Is your TYM tractor still doing good?

[@MusicandMachines]

@@johnjaymesgreatadventures4503 , yes doing great.

[@alexford5214]

Love my Branson Clone- Bad Boy 4035CH. Great cab tractor with amazing lift capacity

[@tristanharris4384]

@Alex ford…I also own a bad boy 4035….the only issue I’ve found that I don’t like is where the oil dip stick is located…cut my hand up pretty bad on the plastic fuel container. Other than that it’s been a work horse for me. Tillered a big garden on ground that’s never been worked before…uses less fuel. And zero def added.

[@fixitdad9669]

I own a Branson 3520h and is a great tractor. I verified with dealer that if I were to trade my branson for a tym that my backhoe (bh200) will still work with the TYM. This was one of many reasons I bought a branson because the backhoe runs all along the frame and pins together on the front frame of the tractor giving a very strong connection and the fact that Branson lifts more, no electronics, cast iron heavy duty parts instead of aluminum parts.

[@rp1645]

Fix it Dad YES the FRAME strength. I ran CASE backhoe all my Life, the Backhoe I bought for a Resonation and my personal home tool was a DYNAHOE-190, why you ask, if I ran CASE 580 models from (CK) to last one, that I was part of purchase with the utility I worked for a 580-K. Because like you pointed out the Backhoe end on Dynahoe being part of Mainframe. The standard Dynahoe-190 will dig down (19) feet. A Case (580) needs a extendahoe to do that deep. The Dynahoe quit production in the Mid 1980s when BUCYRUS-ERIE STOPPED making construction type of heavy equipment, just stuck with BIG mining. Now CAT owns (B.E.) have owned my Dynahoe sense 2003. Have put 100s of hours on her, other than Hydraulic cylinder Leaking no issues. The (353 Detroit Diesel) keeps purring along. When I bought her, the brakes were (OS) one rear stabilizer cylinder would Not lift. The two front Bucket Lift cylinders Leaked like a open artery. So my wife wrote up SALES contract around those repair costs, the Backhoe with everything wrong had 0 value to just sell. The COST to repair was more than the cost for us buying. The previous Owner was desperate to sell her. He was Not to happy when we told him (showed him repair Records) but he had signed on to my wife's great sale contract. Like I said there have been more seals that started Leaking. The dipping cylinder was a boom truck job to get OFF. Anyway my Dynahoe has been discontinued for many years, all I'm saying is subcompact Tractor owners should NOT worry about brands being taken OVER, just like video guy said. Look at Case and (N.H.) It is NOW part of (FPT) because they make the ENGINE for those construction brand tractors.

[@UrimThummin]

@@rp1645 All of the Dynahoe machines were built well. It is amazing how robust the machines were built 40 and 50 years ago. The Dynahoe 160s, 190, 190-4, 290, and 390s are the strongest machines around. KZbin has a few videos featuring the beasts. I recall that one has a guy dragging a shipping container around farm with a 190 in the winter!

[@hudefuk]

One thing is that losing a brand name instantly lowers resale value, even if parts are still available under a different name.

[@jamesb.armstrong5433]

I heard Branson was going away early last year. When I said something to the Branson dealer near me they were surprised that I knew about it. I saw it on a video on KZbin. I hated hearing about it because I have a Branson and it is a very tough tractor.

[@Tonnsfabrication]

The Kukje engine is the #1 reason I bought my TYM 574 over a rebranded name like RK or other brands with common rail fuel systems. It's a basic diesel engine with mechanical fuel injection just like the old NTC Cummins, no ecu and super reliable. If Kukje built the Branson line with these engines then I'd say it's a hell of a tractor.

[@UrimThummin]

Bingo! The KuKje engine is what you want.

[@dublove1]

There's a video of a guy who removed all the emissions junk off his tym and said it runs great.

[@mrbean57]

Same here T574 this thing got power !!!

[@williamhaynes7089]

@@dublove1 the emissions stuff is the fault of the government reghulations..not a thing any egine manufacturer wants to deal with

[@roberthale8407]

The Yanmar dealer/factory in Georgia did have some Solis tractors but they have dissapeared now. Glad I have a new Kubota.

[@Jackdelfranco68]

Very informative, thanks for sharing.

[@truebluekit]

I stayed for the whole video. This has nothing to do with my life, but tractors are cool, and you made cool talking points. I learned something new today, much appreciated.

[@Lumbar87]

I just bought a Branson 5835, my first tractor. The dealer was forthright about KYM acquiring Branson and that the brand would be supported. The price seemed right (especially after shopping Deere and Kubota). The info in this video confirms the dealer wasn't peddling BS.

[@richardsplker303]

Ty very interesting I recently purchased an RK25 it comes with extras that would cost extra at the TYM dealer but much to thier credit the TYM dealer has been very helpful with whatever I need

[@TractorMike]

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[@mekosmowski]

It's nice to hear your insights.

[@dw387]

No they are not gone. I just bought a Branson 4820H on April 2,2024. The tractor was not in stock so had to be ordered. Yes you can go in to TYM/Branson dealer and order the Branson tractor.

[@davidwilliams6154]

I have a Yanmar sa221 . It's a lifeline for me . I can get projects done without having a flare up from my MS.

[@kingcobra6049]

Thanks for all the good information.

[@BeingMe23]

I am waiting for all the dealers in one region to combine funds. Then buy a building and put on their own show. They could lease/rent out the building when the show isn't on.

[@raywhite1442]

I got in the market for a tractor a couple years ago and went to the new Holland dealer and me and my grandson and I stood around waiting for someone to speak to us and decided they didn't want to sell us one so we promptly went to Kubota and bought one and and have been satisfied with it

[@larryparsons6397]

As always, very informative Mike.

[@johnberry2877]

It all comes down to corporate greed !! The bosses make millions while the employees are living hand to mouth !! I was once a skilled trades machinist in Michigan, the bosses were literally buying new Cadillacs and breeding Clydesdale horses while the floor tool makers were driving 10 year old trucks and living in trailers ! No insurance, no dental, no optical no retirement !! The owner literally referred to his employees as “ rif raff”

[@blessed7fold]

Excellent video as always Mike.

[@TEXMECHANIC]

Branson warehouse in Tyler TX. Lot full of Branson tractors building still says Branson.

[@donniebargo964]

They made a very good machine also Branson built a really good heavy little

[@danmeese2985]

Most of our Rural Kings in Central / Southern Illinois tried selling a different brand of tractors before the types mentioned here. Most do not sell any tractors much anymore-there are a lot of more Kubota / Deere / New Holland / CaseIH / Kioti dealers around this area.

[@michaelmactavish4445]

yeah kubotas sold billions of there products through the many years from there 500,000 dealers cross the globe

[@davidhaskins9457]

Great video Mike I've got an LS and I've heard they're distant cousins of Mahindra plus they make New Holland and Case small tractors, I bought my LS 3 yrs ago was 5-10 grand less than JD now it's 15 grand less than a green or orange tractor current cost

[@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse]

Hey Dave 👋

[@davidhaskins9457]

@@Mallard5plus1Farmhouse Hey CJ

[@donaldducks3916]

Didn't get a Branson for that exact reason. If you looked them up they was TYM with Yanmar engine. I knew they would be gone and rebranded. I want something that has a great attachment side plus will be here. Also nearest Branson dealer to far away. Basically came down to Rual King, Deere and Kubota / Case. Final choice was Kubota BX23S Backhoe/ tractor. With quick hitch for tiller and middle buster. I have 3 competing Kubota dealers within 30 miles of my house. I have all the land pride attachments to choose from. I couldn't be happier.

[@vicktorpatriot1430]

Several of the Kubota dealers in and around my area have been bought out by Columbus Equipment, a large Komatsu and other heavy construction/ mining dealer. When Kubota introduced the rubber track skid loaders they took the excavators away from the tractor dealers and gave them to Columbus Equipment. I wonder if this buyout was Kubota driven to have fewer dealers but all equipment available at same company again

[@martyb3783]

Very interesting. Great information.

[@m16ty]

I can't believe Bobcat wasn't there. I know it cost a lot of money and I guess it's hard to see direct sales from shows, I think to be considered a serious player in the Ag market you have to be there. The JD dealer arrangement is probably a good thing for everybody, as long as the dealer puts on a good show. They can split the cost, the dealer can make sales, and the buyer can deal directly with people at the show. Only thing I can see it it may would cause strife between dealers if more than one wants to do the show, and the dealer running the show could be seen as stealing customers from other dealers, unless JD has gotten like Cat and doesn't let dealers step on other dealer's territory.

[@karlarrington5362]

I have an RK tractor and live in an area without a Rural King. I’m thinking I should find a TYM dealer for any maintenance needs.

[@LedgemereHeritageFarm]

We had a brand new Branson dealer here last year then he switched to Bad Boy & Yanmar. I’m sure Bad Boys are fine, but to me, they look like a Jack-o-lantern on wheels.

[@pmaint1]

@LedgemereHeritageF That wouldn't happen to be Patriot tractor in NH would it?

[@gckshea]

Hi Mike. Thanks for this info. Can you speak to what LS is doing currently, and what you are in the near future? I have an LS, but it seems they are not taking off, not like their price point would have you believe they would. Aside from some collaboration to make some New Holland models, LS dealers are spread very thinly...not a good thing. Just curious.

[@andrewcolvin4259]

I've seen branson tractors that have been left over, they're putting a tym logo under the branson name

[@fnh3930]

Solis and Yanmar are I believe are in a joint venture in other parts of the world. Solis Yanmar model 5015 are a example.

[@richardbritton5280]

Thanks Sir 😊

[@802louis]

Thank you for sharing 😊😊

[@wayawolf1967]

Hard to beat a Yanmar tractor. I still have a 1985 and just bought a new 2022 Yanmar. Both do everything I ask them to do without fail.

[@TractorMike]

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[@jamessmejkal8803]

Never heard of them, plus my mother swore she would quit farming before she bought a foreign tractor. I have a neighbor that bought a foreign tractor and it took him a year to get a fuel injection pump for it.

[@pmaint1]

@ jamesejkal8803 You and your mother realize there are no tractors made in the U.S.right?

[@ebnhahn1993]

Where I live I have never seen a Branson Brand tractor...

[@gerlandkent6377]

Thank, you for you're video

[@brucecarlisle6442]

Bought a bad boy 1022 late fall of last year from Halton of Mooresville , one what does this do to my warranty work? Are they still making bad boy tractors which I was told is a re branded Branson, thank you, Bruce Carlisle

[@jjm2948]

Never heard of them and surprised they made such an incredible impact

[@amdg2023]

My brother had a Branson franchise in California and had lots of problems with these lizards both management and product support I believe.

[@job38four10]

Fact Check> TYM "The company began in 1951, founded in Busan, South Korea, as the {Tong Yang Moolsan} and was renamed "TYM" in 2020"

[@DonnieDarko727]

Great video Mike

[@mikeheilman2560]

Hey Mike, wear that hat proud, congratulations Chiefs. You need to get a S.B. hat and wear that proudly. Take care and keep up the great videos.

[@TractorMike]

Thanks Mike, the red is a bit faded, but that cap has been worn proudly for a number of years, before Mahommes and Andy came along. By the way, I'm sorry about the spam comment with my picture. Do not respond to it. They have been reported and blocked from my channel.

[@kevchard5214]

Mike growing up in the tractor world one thing I learned at a young age. BUY BRAND NAME. All these people buying these fly by night brands will regret saving their $300 in 30 years when they cant find parts. I grew up green and switched to orange. John Deer and Kubota will always have parts for their tractors and normally in great numbers. Yes they are a little more expensive to purchase but they wont sit in a field for 40 years waiting to find a main hydraulic pump.

[@macsloan58]

You are 1000% correct. I was always told by the older people in my life to always purchase quality brand-name equipment. Anything from chainsaws (Stihl for me) to tractors (Kubota for me) was to be purchased and maintained well. These secondary tractors will break and there won’t be parts available as soon as just months after purchase. I am now the older guy and can verify that the advice I received was wise.

[@kevchard5214]

@@macsloan58 I saw this growing up in a JD shop. Someone brought in a Steiger sometime in the early 70s and it sat outside for 2 years trying to get parts. I was around 12 at the time and realized this was not good. A tractor can last a average person a life time so I don't understand buying off brands just to save a few hundred bucks.

[@dbear503]

@@macsloan58 I agree regarding better buying. The poor man pays twice. Thats my moto, but I own a TYM over a Kubota in the same tractor bracket. I am a motor mechanic of 35 years. I saw value in the TYM over the Kubota. TYM have been manufacturing for many years and I have faith in mine. I think that the quality in my machine is very good for the price point. I believe that I made the best purchase as the TYM ticked more boxes for less money.

[@marshallcollins8634]

@ kevchard The reason J/D is green is so nobody will notice it sitting in the field ( broke down)for 6 months . 😂 My brother in law has spent more money on his 2 green tractors (In repairs) in2022 than I paid for my N H. Tc40. I have finally found something that leaks MORE than a Harley. And it just happens to be priced like a Rolex. It’s amazing what MARKETERS can get people to believe.

[@kevchard5214]

@@marshallcollins8634LOL I cant argue that but that is also why I bought a Kubota. JD is not the same quality as it was in the 60s and 70s but you can still get parts for them.

[@BigTader]

Mike I know you are associate with Mahindra tractor but I was just wondering what your opinion is of the TYM tractors?

[@what1864]

tatum motorsports in missouri is were i purchased my branson tractor they have a hole line up of 2023 branson models listed someone better let them know ... from some more reading and video's seems the branson name is gone just consolidated into one brand tym ...

[@bobpurs]

Was and interesting show this year for sure, and some disappointments

[@williammchale5356]

Hi Tractor Mike, hope you're well. I've seen LS Tractors, do you know if they are a good Tractor to have?

[@On_The_Farm]

Well the Bobcat tractor is made by Daedong, which also makes Kioti.

[@larrymoore6640]

I understand why companies merge but in the long run its the consumer that gets it in the end. Parts disappear and you got a tractor that you pray never breaks down.

[@TractorMike]

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[@andrewahern3730]

Not even the long run. Immediately it decreases competition. On the upside, you do get economies of scale, at least.

[@larrymoore6640]

@@TractorMike Never received that scam comment. Mike been watching your videos for awhile now and I have respect for your channel.

[@tomcook5813]

Love my Kiote CX2510

[@user-eg9dq4cz6g]

I’m trying to figure out how to get parts for a Massey 375. It’s a 1987 model that set outside too long and the electronic dashboard is not working. AgCo and dealership says that parts are not available. Any ideas what I can do to put gauges back on this tractor? We got it running and it will be a good tractor again

[@mikeburke8656]

Shows are a hugh expense. You identified all of the costs drivers.

[@gvet47]

Actually never heard of this manufacture. I do know an Iowa farmer that bought the tractors made in Russia.

[@tcmits3699]

Amazon or E-Bay motors will probably be the next big tractor company. Parts availability is second to none. Just got a fuel pump for a 94 Dakota in three days, and they don't even make Dodges. Just my opinion 😀

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

Plan on sending back 3 of them before you get one that actually works for a few months. Just my EXPERIENCE working on vehicles for cheapskate friends!

[@tcmits3699]

@@MikeBrown-ii3pt Dodge dealer couldn't even get the part. Face reality 😂 Dakota still running, like I said "Just my opinion"

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

@@tcmits3699 Of course the dealer couldn't get a part for a vehicle that's nearly 30 years old. I didn't say get it from a dealer. My point is that most eBay and Amazon parts like that are pure garbage. Buy parts from a real auto parts store. Yes, they're more expensive but, you won't have to replace them either and, if something goes wrong, take it back directly rather than waiting weeks for an exchange...if you even get one. Again, just my EXPERIENCE.

[@andrewahern3730]

@@MikeBrown-ii3pt eBay is a platform, not a retailer. Sounds to me like you need to do more due diligence before buying

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

@@andrewahern3730 I know that Ebay is not a seller. LOOKS to me like YOU need to read what is posted...I wasn't the buyer, my cheapskate friends were. I DO my research, if they don't, that's their fault. I'm just the poor sap that gets to waste his time removing and installing junk that they buy!

[@brucehendricks-xz1zt]

So how is the mahindra 4550 tractor. Are they reliable and a good brand or tractor to buy

[@bobocaterpillar3697]

never heard of them ... just as well i guess.

[@larryrobertson4099]

I bought a 3510 Branson Tractor in 2004 to develop some property we owned. And because I so impressed what a compact tractor could do, I decided to become a Branson Tractor dealer after I was laid off from my job. I had the dealership from 2005 to 2009 until Obama's financial programs killed off my small business customer base. I had already reached my goal in 2008 of a million dollars in gross sales but didn't sell another tractor in 2009 and went bankrupt. Sour Grapes, yes. My point is, each of the tractors I sold had a Cummins diesel in it and a loader with a full subframe that could attach to the Branson backhoe's subframe. Their backhoe was not a dangerous 3-point backhoe but a full subframe backhoe. Very stout and sturdy unit. None of my well-known competitors had full subframes. Their sales were higher because they had better advertising and we had the way better 4-year warranty. You didn't mention any of those things: better warranty, loader and backhoe subframes, the Cummins diesel engines, and of course, the lower price.

[@robertlong7033]

These days Mike you don't know if you've got a John Deutz a FeguSame or Case Multinational .

[@TractorMike]

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[@DS75921]

Branson hummm never heard of them

[@robertrockwell7581]

sorry never heard of Branson or T Y M.

[@uncouthboy8028]

Value tractors mean a value owner.

[@johnpyle8027]

My TYM is without a doubt is one of the best purchases I have ever made! My 25 HP out lifts my neighbors Deer 37 HP.

[@jonesy4588]

never heard of them

[@johnr5545]

God bless

[@RJS-1]

Mike , I purchased a Mahindra 1538 cab hst and I have been trying to get a rear window since October 27 2022 . I don't know if it's the dealership or the manufacturer but I think five (5) months is EXCESSIVE !!! Any help would be appreciated TIA Bob.

[@SuperGlacierGirl]

Might try an auto glass shop.

[@hudefuk]

Any comments on reliability of TYM vs. Kioti in the 25hp category? Price being roughly equal which would you go with and why? I have dealers for both nearby.

[@geremychubbuck3730]

I have a 2017 kioti ck3510 with about 500 hours on it. I have used it hard but maintain it properly. I've had a few issues with it but I'm super happy with it overall. Kioti backed it both times without question when I had warranty repairs done. It's a great tractor in my opinion.

[@hudefuk]

@@geremychubbuck3730 There was a dealer near Ocala that I chatted with a few years ago who had been carrying both. He was dropping TYM because at that time, at least, his experience was that Kioti was more reliable. And TYM had surface rust issues in the lot.

[@hudefuk]

I think I have to walk back my last comment because my memory may be off. I'm not certain if the brand he dropped was TYM or LS.....

[@ProjectsWithPaul]

Go with a TYM. you get a kukje engine that was designed by cummins and dual hyd. pumps for more gpm and higher lift cap.

[@geremychubbuck3730]

@Alex Georgiadis I can say that my kioti ck3510 has been very reliable despite being worked hard. I maintain a 5.7 mile long camp road with it. I pull rocks, ditch, grade a d do all sorts of gravel road work with it. I'm happy with my tractor. I do maintain it religiously and probably over grease it but grease is cheap compared to bushings. They're all good these days but I'm happy with kioti.

[@roberthughes2665]

Hi Mike. Is there a website or research site I can use to get a good overview but also can drill down into the data concerning 50hp tractors on the market? I can't afford the green paint so I need to find a solid brand with good service and parts as an alternative. Thanks

[@TractorMike]

Robert, that's a great question. It's pretty easy to get specs on the different tractors by visiting tractordata.com, but I'm not aware of a "Consumer Reports" type of rating service for tractors. That might be something I'd tackle if I was 20 years younger, that would be a very handy resource.›

[@danfarrell5177]

Look at summit, Good Works Tractors makes them sound good

[@roberthughes2665]

@@danfarrell5177 I subscribe to Good Works tractor email and Utube channel. He sure seems to like them for smaller tractors. So hard to know who makes what where. I'd like to buy American but I'm not sure that's possible anymore

[@linemang4337]

Branson? TYM? RK? Never heard of them. Are these a new line of tractors? Only tractors I see around here are Kubota and John Deere.

[@leviduff2740]

Branson has been around since 2006 and tym was around before that. Rural King is like tractor supply stores, we just got one in our area.

[@paulstebenne8401]

Why isn’t there a US company making TRactors? Or is there?

[@mikehuffman8208]

No surprise as the global recession gets worse. Sold TYM and Kioti here in NW Montana for a couple years. TYM was always the winner on price point for those who didn't want to spend more for a Kioti. Good tractors, just not quite as 'built' and refined when compared to a Kioti. Be interesting to see who merges/consolidates next.

[@jeremysecrest7553]

the benefit of getting a green or Orange tractor, In 100 years there will be the green and orange brand of tractors still.

[@hilltopfarmhueylake]

When we buy a tractor we don't mind paying 10 000$ more if we can get it back on the resale.. How much would I get for my Branson now.....? I wouldn't buy any of those brand.

[@ronevans3663]

Hate too see any tractor co close up .

[@LivingCommonSense]

I have a local Branson dealer and talked to them about their JD 1025R equivalent a couple years ago. The Branson wasn't much cheaper than the 1025R I ended up with. Man I dodged a bullet.

[@RJ1999x]

So you bought the yanmar painted green

[@LivingCommonSense]

@@RJ1999x - Yup along with a network of green dealers, green service shops and a bountiful supply of green parts for many green years to come.

[@RJ1999x]

@@LivingCommonSense doubtful, seeing how they don't support products already

[@strong40]

I'd like to buy a small loader tractor with a mower and some three point attachments soon. The last thing I want is to buy something that has discontinued replacement parts in the near future

[@ms01885]

They were also sold under the Century name also. I have a 3035 century

[@macsloan58]

Coincidentally a local retailer just opened a Branson dealership and has 12-15 Branson tractors on their lot. Wonder what that’s about?

[@tomwilliams4327]

I have a Branson 2610h 2020. It 873 hrs on it. With the big lift capacity. I had to replace the front bearings 5 times.spindel seals twice. The bearings are too small and can't handle the weight of the lift capacity. At$245.00 a side. Right now I'm waiting for the new radiator and fan.this will be the third radiator/fan. The mounting plate for the radiator is made out of old soup cans. $800.00 for the radiator. The loader pins don't wear out,the loader it self does. All the pin holes are yoked out. Junk Chinese steel. An absolute junk of a tractor!!!!! I wouldn't recommend this tractor to my worst enemy.

[@Croiseeman]

I'm a Kubota guy. But I will say Branson is one tough tractor.

[@BentleyCryer778]

No it’s not tym also sells Branson

[@shail_ahir]

Solis yanmar is pretty much alive in India.