I get a TON of customers wanting backhoes to go along with their new tractors. Is it a waste of money to buy a backhoe for your tractor? MAYBE. Here's my thoughts on buying a backhoe for your compact tractor or subcompact tractor made by LS Tractor, Kioti, John Deere, Kubota, New Holland, TYM, Branson, or any other tractor brand