Kubota BX23S – Real Buyer Questions
Most people looking at a BX23S are trying to figure out one thing — do I actually need the backhoe?
Here’s how we explain it in the real world
If you need a backhoe… you need a backhoe.
There really aren’t many tools that can replace what it does when it comes to trenching, digging, or pulling stumps.
On the flip side, if you’re only going to use it once in a while, a lot of people are better off going with a tractor and loader only setup and renting a mini excavator when they need it.
And depending on the person — if you’re the type that might do a little side work — a job or two with a backhoe can make a few payments pretty quick.
Do I really need the backhoe on a BX23S?
If you’re trenching, digging lines, or doing regular dirt work — yes, it’s the right tool for the job.
If it’s occasional use, many customers choose to skip it and go with a tractor & loader only setup instead.
What size property is the BX23S best for?
The BX23S is a great fit for 1–10 acre properties where maneuverability matters. It’s ideal for loader work, light grading, digging projects, and general maintenance.
Is the BX23S better than a BX2380 or BX2680?
The biggest difference is the integrated backhoe.
If you don’t need digging capability, the BX2380 or BX2680 are often a better value.
If you do — the BX23S is built specifically for it.
Can the backhoe pay for itself?
For some customers, yes.
If you take on a few side jobs — trenching, digging lines, small projects —
it doesn’t take much for a backhoe to cover a portion of its cost.

















