Three things are important.
Close, good dealer support, good close dealer support, care to guess number three?
This is wise counsel. Visit the dealers of each, and spend some time listening to how the service department deals with customers. Around here, that excluded JD given the premium for their machines, and the attitude of their service folks. It was a closer call with the Kubota dealer...but the distance and premium, and lighter weight of their tractors dissuaded me. I ended up going with MF for my most recent purchase. They’ve taken care of me with a previous tractor and a number of implements/rentals.
FWIW, I’m super impressed with the 4700 series tractors. I ended up with the 70hp with deluxe cab. It is a beast of a machine and has far exceed my expectations.
