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Libertine · 06-27-2004, 05:09 PM

The 20-30-40 hp CUT is a marvelously flexible power tool. With the proper implements you can use it for plowing new ground, tilling and cultivating. You can cut and bale hay. You can use it as a power source for running everything from water pumps and generators through log splitters. You can mow with it. You can push snow or run a snow blower. You can make your own mulch and compost material with a chipper/shredder. You can grind grain with it. You can tow a wagon to move everything from gravel to bushel baskets filled with garden produce. You can excavate trenches for laying pipe or cable. The list is almost endless. You, or I, may not use it for all these things. But as long as we have the basic power unit, when/if the need arises all we have to do is add the proper implement.

Of course, the issue of scale comes into play. You probably wouldn’t use a CUT to move 10,000 cubic yards of dirt for example. You could, but it’s just not sized for that. Which brings me to the issue of size. Many people may have a smaller parcel, 5 acres, 10 acres.

The 2 wheel tractor will do everything I mentioned above, but just on a smaller scale. The 2 wheel tractor is made to the same standards as a “regular” tractor, just smaller. They have multi speed, geared transmissions and PTO. Just like the CUT, they have dozens of implements available. In addition, their initial cost, and ongoing maintenance/repair cost, is 1/3 to ¼ of a 4 wheel CUT. Of course, because of their smaller size they are much more maneuverable. They are also much safer on slopes. Again, they are “scaled” to the smaller property.

The only true 2 wheel tractor I am familiar with made in the US was the Gravely and production ceased in 2002/2003. I understand there are many brands made in Europe, with the BCS being the biggest seller. Although familiar with the BCS, I have never personally used one. But I have used the Gravely and am posting a brief review below. Many 30-40 year old Gravelies are still in regular use and are available used. Also, parts are still fairly available. Since this thread was started at the suggestion of another TBNer (who has and uses the BCS) I am hoping that others may post on their experience with this type of tractor as well as pictures of their equipment. This thread is for “educational” purposes as many may simply not know about this type of equipment, or, may have seen it but don’t really understand what they are looking at. I know from other posts, that some compare them with Troybuilt (or other) tillers. Not the same thing at all. These are real “tractors.”

JEH

06-27-2004, 05:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
Libertine Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: East Central Mo Posts: 421	2 Wheel Tractors - Buying & Using The 20-30-40 hp CUT is a marvelously flexible power tool. With the proper implements you can use it for plowing new ground, tilling and cultivating. You can cut and bale hay. You can use it as a power source for running everything from water pumps and generators through log splitters. You can mow with it. You can push snow or run a snow blower. You can make your own mulch and compost material with a chipper/shredder. You can grind grain with it. You can tow a wagon to move everything from gravel to bushel baskets filled with garden produce. You can excavate trenches for laying pipe or cable. The list is almost endless. You, or I, may not use it for all these things. But as long as we have the basic power unit, when/if the need arises all we have to do is add the proper implement. Of course, the issue of scale comes into play. You probably wouldn’t use a CUT to move 10,000 cubic yards of dirt for example. You could, but it’s just not sized for that. Which brings me to the issue of size. Many people may have a smaller parcel, 5 acres, 10 acres. The 2 wheel tractor will do everything I mentioned above, but just on a smaller scale. The 2 wheel tractor is made to the same standards as a “regular” tractor, just smaller. They have multi speed, geared transmissions and PTO. Just like the CUT, they have dozens of implements available. In addition, their initial cost, and ongoing maintenance/repair cost, is 1/3 to ¼ of a 4 wheel CUT. Of course, because of their smaller size they are much more maneuverable. They are also much safer on slopes. Again, they are “scaled” to the smaller property. The only true 2 wheel tractor I am familiar with made in the US was the Gravely and production ceased in 2002/2003. I understand there are many brands made in Europe, with the BCS being the biggest seller. Although familiar with the BCS, I have never personally used one. But I have used the Gravely and am posting a brief review below. Many 30-40 year old Gravelies are still in regular use and are available used. Also, parts are still fairly available. Since this thread was started at the suggestion of another TBNer (who has and uses the BCS) I am hoping that others may post on their experience with this type of tractor as well as pictures of their equipment. This thread is for “educational” purposes as many may simply not know about this type of equipment, or, may have seen it but don’t really understand what they are looking at. I know from other posts, that some compare them with Troybuilt (or other) tillers. Not the same thing at all. These are real “tractors.” JEH