I have a Kubota L2550 (non-GST) from early 90's or late 80's. Rated engine HP 29.5 and 23.5@PTO I have been pulling a 5ft rough cut mower (Big OX BX5) since then with no problems. I would like to replace the rough cut mower for a finish mower for the lawn (8ac) should I get a 5ft or a 6ft?
The lawn is cut every once every 7-10 days durring peek growing times here in Central Florida. The lawn consists of about 1/3 st. augustine, 1/3 bahia, and 1/3 weeks. I will keep the rough cut mower for any tall stuff. I currently mow in High-2 gear which is about 6mph. Would I be able to maintain the lawn in the same gear if I mow regularly with the finish mower?
Obviously I would prefer to pull the 6ft and I would be buying used so finding a 6ft is much easier than a 5ft. I feel like I am on the edge of being able to handle the mower I hear from many that you can run a finish mower 1ft wider than rough cut as a rule of thumb. Also, I hope to get a larger tractor with loader within the next few years.
Thanks for opinion.
The lawn is cut every once every 7-10 days durring peek growing times here in Central Florida. The lawn consists of about 1/3 st. augustine, 1/3 bahia, and 1/3 weeks. I will keep the rough cut mower for any tall stuff. I currently mow in High-2 gear which is about 6mph. Would I be able to maintain the lawn in the same gear if I mow regularly with the finish mower?
Obviously I would prefer to pull the 6ft and I would be buying used so finding a 6ft is much easier than a 5ft. I feel like I am on the edge of being able to handle the mower I hear from many that you can run a finish mower 1ft wider than rough cut as a rule of thumb. Also, I hope to get a larger tractor with loader within the next few years.
Thanks for opinion.