The BX2200 is one tough little tractor. Ive put 100 hours on mine now and consider it well tested. Ive tried quite a few implements on it (but not the FEL) and have found this tractor to be tough and versatile.

Mower - I have the 60 inch mid-mount mower and abuse it quite badly cutting down heavy weeds in the field behind my yard. No problems and no bogging down there. (I did walk the field first to get the rocks out of the way!) The finish cut from the suspended deck is outstanding and I havent seen better. The clippings get cut so finely that Ive had no need for any raking or bagging (on my lawn that is). This sucker is rock solid on the slopes too. Thats the key benefit of the smaller rear tires.

Ripper - I have used my WorkSaver single tooth ripper to break up compacted soil and prepare for tree planting and my vegetable garden. I had to trim 3 inches off it and re-drill the mounting holes but otherwise no worries. The BX could use some extra weight here - every now and then all four tires will spin. This tractor has more power than its light weight can justify sometimes.

Middle-Buster - no worries here. Have trenched and furrowed for many reasons. Middle-Busters go shallower than rippers so didnt see any traction problems.

Rear blade - had great fun last winter with the back blade. I have a LandPride 60 inch (RB1560) and its been excellent. The BX can kick up enough speed and has the traction in 4 wheel drive (with no chains) to get that snow curling nicely off the blade.

Tiller - Ive extensively used my LandPride RB1542 (a 42" tiller). This has popped many big rocks (cantaloupe sized or larger) and kept on going. When you really get hung up the BX will stall but thats whats supposed to happen with the slip clutch. It bogs the engine gradually instead of passing on the shock load.

Post Hole Digger - I have a SpeeCo from Tractor Supply Company. I had to trim my auger down in length to fit, but I know there are PHDs out there that you dont need to do this to. I was in a hurry for the project so I just bought what I had local. Do a search on this board to see what others have on their BXs. Once I trimmed the auger down it worked great though. I have done a couple hundred holes in heavy rocky clay with this. Again the BX is a little light in the front end though and I pulled more than a few wheelies as I screwed the PHD into the ground. Remember to have spare shear-bolts on hand and some big pipe wrenches for when the PHD gets stuck - thats a problem on any sized tractor.

All in all like I said this is a tough little tractor. Plenty of power but sometimes a little light in the front end. I also know from talking to people that have the FEL that it can get a little light in the rear if you load up the FEL and dont have an implement on the 3 point for ballast. One of my next purchases will probably be suitcase weights for the front - I cant justify the FEL yet - at least not until my better half runs into a project for her garden that needs it ;-).

In summary - I spend a lot of time thinking about my non-mowing projects (tilling, post holes, plowing), but in reality spend most of my tractor time mowing. This tractor is ideal for me or anyone with up to about 5 acres of mostly grass (you may want a bit more ground clearance if you have woods with lots of fallen debris or deep mud).

Nice job Kubota for defining this new spot in the market!

Date Purchased: 4/2001
Purchased: New
Price Paid: US$1
Pros: Versatile, rugged, maneuverable
Cons: A bit light in the front, some implements dont fit without adjustment, ground clearance a little low
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