I have been a lurker on this forum for several years and love the site. Thanks for the knowledge you guys bring.
I am looking at getting a rototiller this spring. I have a JD4300 32HP tractor, with HST trans. I belive it is rated for 25.5HP at the PTO. The spec for the rear width of the tractor is 68", However my tires are set on the wide position so it may be an inch or two wider than that (have not taken a ruler out to measure).
I am looking for something around $2K or under and am also trying to determine whether I go with the forward or counter rotation. Ideally, I like the Landpride RTA/RTR 2064 series, but those are pricing out a bit more than is currently in the budget. I like this as the tiller can be offset to cover at least one complete wheel track.
The local farm store has the KKII 72" tiller priced new at $1750, which I believe it a good price. However, I am concerned that it may be a bit too big for the tractor. I don't mind going slow if that is what it would take, but also don't want to stress the tractor if I don't have to. The 60" KKII would also seem like a logical choice, but I am concerned as it does not appear that it can be offset so it would not cover the entire wheel tracks.
Any tiller advice would be greatly appreciated. I will likley only be tilling a few acres per year. My soil is rocky in some areas with Softball sized rocks, and maybe some about twice that size.
Thanks Again
Sincerely
Steve
I am looking at getting a rototiller this spring. I have a JD4300 32HP tractor, with HST trans. I belive it is rated for 25.5HP at the PTO. The spec for the rear width of the tractor is 68", However my tires are set on the wide position so it may be an inch or two wider than that (have not taken a ruler out to measure).
I am looking for something around $2K or under and am also trying to determine whether I go with the forward or counter rotation. Ideally, I like the Landpride RTA/RTR 2064 series, but those are pricing out a bit more than is currently in the budget. I like this as the tiller can be offset to cover at least one complete wheel track.
The local farm store has the KKII 72" tiller priced new at $1750, which I believe it a good price. However, I am concerned that it may be a bit too big for the tractor. I don't mind going slow if that is what it would take, but also don't want to stress the tractor if I don't have to. The 60" KKII would also seem like a logical choice, but I am concerned as it does not appear that it can be offset so it would not cover the entire wheel tracks.
Any tiller advice would be greatly appreciated. I will likley only be tilling a few acres per year. My soil is rocky in some areas with Softball sized rocks, and maybe some about twice that size.
Thanks Again
Sincerely
Steve