ds10
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The BX1860's are about gone, but the local dealer could get one from another dealer. The BX1870s are available. I'm weighing which model to get:
- I like the new dash displays on the 1870.
- The BX1860's ROPS is shorter, but doesn't fold. The BX1870's ROPS folds, but doesn't fold down all the way. Mixed feelings about each.
- Bigger cash incentive on the BX1860 at the moment.
Past that, I'm planning to get the loader and the fine cut 54" deck, which are essentially the same for either tractor. Also very interested in the DR 3 point hitch trimmer. DR sales said there'd be no problem with it on the 18HP tractor.
I also looked at the Deere 1025R, which I liked a lot. It's more comfortable to drive and its ROPS folds down very nicely (Kubota could learn from theirs). I really don't think I need the extra size and HP of the 1025R (or the BX2370) though.
I have about 2 acres to mow, and edges that need attention (thus the DR attachment). Loader will be used to rearrange compost, wood chips and fill.
Kubota dealer uses Rimguard in the rear tires of the tractors they sell with loaders and assure me that's sufficient for the BX1860/70 with its loader.
Looking for any thoughts on the BX1860 vs BX1870 and any other thoughts on what I'm looking at. Thanks.
- I like the new dash displays on the 1870.
- The BX1860's ROPS is shorter, but doesn't fold. The BX1870's ROPS folds, but doesn't fold down all the way. Mixed feelings about each.
- Bigger cash incentive on the BX1860 at the moment.
Past that, I'm planning to get the loader and the fine cut 54" deck, which are essentially the same for either tractor. Also very interested in the DR 3 point hitch trimmer. DR sales said there'd be no problem with it on the 18HP tractor.
I also looked at the Deere 1025R, which I liked a lot. It's more comfortable to drive and its ROPS folds down very nicely (Kubota could learn from theirs). I really don't think I need the extra size and HP of the 1025R (or the BX2370) though.
I have about 2 acres to mow, and edges that need attention (thus the DR attachment). Loader will be used to rearrange compost, wood chips and fill.
Kubota dealer uses Rimguard in the rear tires of the tractors they sell with loaders and assure me that's sufficient for the BX1860/70 with its loader.
Looking for any thoughts on the BX1860 vs BX1870 and any other thoughts on what I'm looking at. Thanks.