American Bulldog
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I figured I would add another point to this thread. I got my VT out for the first time today, to do a little cutting, and make sure that all is in order. While driving along I was thinking about this thread.
One thing I noticed is that the price on my VT 4231, 31 HP, dual wheels, was around 19K. The PT425 does not have a dual wheel option. Also, the motors are in a completely different league. The BS Vanguard 31HP motor on the VT is very expensive. The motor is the #1 difference in the price of the two machines. I think it is overkill, but it is the only gas high HP option for that machine.
Here is what a discount replacement would cost:
Brand New Engines | Briggs & Stratton 3/LC 23.5 HP Vanguard Gasoline Power Unit #825366
Here is a listing for a 25HP Robin: (No muffler but otherwise similarly equipped)
Robin Subaru EH722-DS 25 HP
The difference is roughly $3000. If VT would use less expensive motors, their prices would be more competitive.
The 4231 is somewhere between a PT425 and a PT1845, and it is kind of priced that way.
One thing I noticed is that the price on my VT 4231, 31 HP, dual wheels, was around 19K. The PT425 does not have a dual wheel option. Also, the motors are in a completely different league. The BS Vanguard 31HP motor on the VT is very expensive. The motor is the #1 difference in the price of the two machines. I think it is overkill, but it is the only gas high HP option for that machine.
Here is what a discount replacement would cost:
Brand New Engines | Briggs & Stratton 3/LC 23.5 HP Vanguard Gasoline Power Unit #825366
Here is a listing for a 25HP Robin: (No muffler but otherwise similarly equipped)
Robin Subaru EH722-DS 25 HP
The difference is roughly $3000. If VT would use less expensive motors, their prices would be more competitive.
The 4231 is somewhere between a PT425 and a PT1845, and it is kind of priced that way.