LD1
Epic Contributor
Got to really test her out today. Havent done much other than pilfer around the house with it since I got it. Had a 6 acre mowing job to do today Real thick grass. Was a retired hay field. So I figured I'd offer up my thoughts.
First two things I need to do are 1.....I need a steering wheel spinner knob. 2nd, I dont know if it is how cruise works, or if mine just needs adjusted, but full speed on cruise, is NOT as fast as full pedal. M range is supposed to top out at 7.3 MPH, but full cruise was probably 5-5.5 MPH. This was a nice smooth field and most of the time I was running 7 MPH+
The cutter is an IM600. (IMC or world agri corp). But its only 67" cut as the blades are too short. The IM600 is "supposed" to have a blade carrier that has bolt holes 13.5" OC, and 31.5" blades (29" from hole center). So 29 + 29 + 13.5 should be a 71.5" cut.
Well, the blades that were on it were shot. Looking up specs, KK 6' mowers also have 13.5" stump jumpers. So I assumed the blades would also interchange, and rural king stocks them and at a good price. So I bought a set. But they are 30" blades (27.5" effective). And to make matters even wose, its NOT a 13.5" pan, its only 12". So I am only cutting 67". But even with the right blades would only be 70". Not sure what I am gonna do thought. But I wonder....how does KK get away with calling it a 72" mower when they have a 13.5" pan, and a pair of 27.5" (effective length) blades.
But in either case, it cut well and plenty of power at full go. I really need to find me an 8' twin:licking:
Was surprised at my efficiency too. It took 33 laps around the field that was 340' wide (measured). So I was covering almost 62" each pass. Got all 6 acres cut in 2 hours on the money. Not bad for a ~5.5' cutter. Figures to an average overall speed of 4.8MPH. But that was stopping twice clearing the grill, includes turns, Going slow along the edges to duck under limbs, and stopping for ~5 min to talk to the owner and get paid as he had to take off.
Fuel.....Seems its quite a bit thirstier than my old L3400. Which only ever sipped 1-1.25 gal per hour. I wasnt 100% topped off at the start, but darn close. and it took 6.5 gal to fill her to the brim. I'll get a better handle on fuel usage with more time. But its seeming like 2.5gal per hour is probably where it will be. Certainly loving the added power, larger tires (smoother ride), and HST compared to the L3400.
Here are some money shots
First two things I need to do are 1.....I need a steering wheel spinner knob. 2nd, I dont know if it is how cruise works, or if mine just needs adjusted, but full speed on cruise, is NOT as fast as full pedal. M range is supposed to top out at 7.3 MPH, but full cruise was probably 5-5.5 MPH. This was a nice smooth field and most of the time I was running 7 MPH+
The cutter is an IM600. (IMC or world agri corp). But its only 67" cut as the blades are too short. The IM600 is "supposed" to have a blade carrier that has bolt holes 13.5" OC, and 31.5" blades (29" from hole center). So 29 + 29 + 13.5 should be a 71.5" cut.
Well, the blades that were on it were shot. Looking up specs, KK 6' mowers also have 13.5" stump jumpers. So I assumed the blades would also interchange, and rural king stocks them and at a good price. So I bought a set. But they are 30" blades (27.5" effective). And to make matters even wose, its NOT a 13.5" pan, its only 12". So I am only cutting 67". But even with the right blades would only be 70". Not sure what I am gonna do thought. But I wonder....how does KK get away with calling it a 72" mower when they have a 13.5" pan, and a pair of 27.5" (effective length) blades.
But in either case, it cut well and plenty of power at full go. I really need to find me an 8' twin:licking:
Was surprised at my efficiency too. It took 33 laps around the field that was 340' wide (measured). So I was covering almost 62" each pass. Got all 6 acres cut in 2 hours on the money. Not bad for a ~5.5' cutter. Figures to an average overall speed of 4.8MPH. But that was stopping twice clearing the grill, includes turns, Going slow along the edges to duck under limbs, and stopping for ~5 min to talk to the owner and get paid as he had to take off.
Fuel.....Seems its quite a bit thirstier than my old L3400. Which only ever sipped 1-1.25 gal per hour. I wasnt 100% topped off at the start, but darn close. and it took 6.5 gal to fill her to the brim. I'll get a better handle on fuel usage with more time. But its seeming like 2.5gal per hour is probably where it will be. Certainly loving the added power, larger tires (smoother ride), and HST compared to the L3400.
Here are some money shots
not that I am asking or anything....