My buddies and I have had most all of them including Kubota. One that is gaining popularity around here is Mahindra, good stout tractor for the $$. I've haddecent luck with Massey's but right now I've got an International that's as stout as the devil. Most all of them would be fine for small stuff like you're talking about. We use our's for ranching and such so we need a heavier machine. One trick that will help you out is to fill the back tires with ant-freeze, it makes a ton of difference especially with 2wd models, just watch out for stobs.