jyoutz
Super Member
I'm in the market for a rotary cutter for my JD4100 tractor. I have 19 acres of wild rangeland that I will mow just once or twice a year to keep the brush and spring weeds down (some areas may not get mowed every year). I will mainly be mowing grass/ weeds but also some light brush. I know that a 4 footer is what Deere recommends for my tractor (lots of work to cut my land - I know I need a bigger tractor but it's not happening right now). Originally I was going to get a Landpride ($1200), but I recently noticed a "Big Bee" brand cutter for $650. I've never heard of this brand, but they're made in Mississippi. Does anybody know anything about this brand/ model. I know Landpride stuff is good (I have 2 of their blades) but is it worth nearly double the price? These are the only 2 brands I can find in stock locally (Albuquerque, NM).
Also another question, my tractor is a gear model and doesn't have a live PTO. I've learned to use this machine just fine with a belly-mount mower and rototiller -even if the PTO clutch isn't live. Will the cutter be difficult to use with a non-live PTO tractor? Keep in mind that I'm very experienced with my machine and have run about every attachment except for a rotary cutter. Anyone who can help me out, please post -I'm getting ready to buy something soon.
Also another question, my tractor is a gear model and doesn't have a live PTO. I've learned to use this machine just fine with a belly-mount mower and rototiller -even if the PTO clutch isn't live. Will the cutter be difficult to use with a non-live PTO tractor? Keep in mind that I'm very experienced with my machine and have run about every attachment except for a rotary cutter. Anyone who can help me out, please post -I'm getting ready to buy something soon.