Tractor weight

[LBrown59]

*That's where a good dealer would come into play.

If he were to go to a kubota dealer looking at the BX's and mentiones that he is comparing to a ck20, the dealer SHOULD point him toward the B's and explain why.

*The dealer don't come into play in most such cases because the shopper never mentions it to him.

 

[AHNC]

The two Kubota dealers with whom I've spoken about their line, both the BX and the B, were both helpful in delineating each models capabilities, and I worked them. I'd prefer a B but decided to set a budget number and try to stick to it, at least initially. That put me into the BX class. The BX while smaller and definitely lighter is 26 hp and puts down about 19 to the pto. From the numbers, that seems like a capable piece of equipment. The B is preferrable, absolutely. It also ran $2,300-$2,500 more and about $700 more per implement locally.

The Kioti with loader comes within a couple hundred of the 2660 and I've not shopped it that much. That puts it into consideration from a budget perspective and with it's ground clearance, pump capacities and the fact that I was comfortable on it, I like that machine.

Other considerations, given my lack of experience, are proximity to the dealers and parts availability. That goes to the Kubota locally. The one Kubota dealer had the good sense to kinda lead me thru the service bays and the parts dept to get back to the showroom. I'm a peddler so I like to watch how people work and he was excellent in manner, substance and style. He knew his line.

So, in pouring over the specs, the weight differences led me to ask the question to see if it would lead into good constructive information. Thank you all for your help.

Brownie, with over 12,000 posts I could only assume that you know it all and have seen it all. As a result I studied your comments thoroughly looking for that kernel of tractor wisdom I am seeking, because I know it is there. I'll keep looking

 

[alchemysa]

Brownie, with over 12,000 posts I could only assume that you know it all and have seen it all. As a result I studied your comments thoroughly looking for that kernel of tractor wisdom I am seeking, because I know it is there. I'll keep looking

I don't think 'Brownie' has ever posted a negative comment about the BX series. Make what you will of that.

I suggest you look at this recent thread in the Kubota section. Weight (traction) is a very important issue. You can't understand it just by looking at specs. http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/kubota-owning-operating/146235-bx25-questions.html

 

[LBrown59]

I bought a BX2350 a year ago, which is last years model of the 2360. so I have been around heavy equipment alot also, but have never operated anything. In my opinion, for your use, lighter is better, and the BX is a great choice. John Deere, Cub Cadet, Bobcat, New Holland etc all make a tractor that is about the same as a BX. If you want other choices, look at them.
1*As already mentioned, you are not comparing exactly the same size tractor.

I maintain 3-4 acres and at times have wished I had a B instead of a BX, but in the end, I think I made the correct choice. The B sized tractor is this weekend. Here is a link They are amazing little machines.
2*Don't be afraid of used either, you can save money, although I bought new.

1*Don't compare apples to oranges .
2* I bought a new and a used BX1500 back in Oct of 2007.
Both very nice tractors .

 

[LBrown59]

Based upon capacities / capabilities, which tractor's out of which league???

Based on type/class a Sub compact and a compact are always out of each others class.

The BX is the only Sub compact in the listed tractors.

 

[Lunk]

Based on type/class a Sub compact and a compact are always out of each others class.

The BX is the only Sub compact in the listed tractors.

You are correct, but the way you stated it, it appeared that the other tractors were not in the same league as your beloved Kubotas.

I've got nothing against Kubota's - They are a great machine. I also think the OP was looking at units within a specific price range, which in this case put the BX in with some larger company. But I wouldn't insult him/her over it. If you're going to post a reponse to a question, try to help answer the question.

Only 12,400 more (or so) posts, and I'll have caught up to you...

I'm done here...

Lunk

 

[foggy1111]

Hmmmm....seems this has evolved into a favorite model topic. Back on topic...the OP asked if weight made a big difference.

have a light tractor and all I can say is that I look for ways to add more weight for any loader or ground engaging work. I have added fluid to the tires and always carry a rear implement and leave my loader attached and have added cast weights to help in this area.....as traction is always the shortcoming of a CUT or a SCUT for this type of work. However, I do not have a mowing requirement for my currrent tractor.

I also think that using some common sense and R4 or Turf tires will limit damage during mowing. Myself....I'd opt for the heavier models and R4's and limit my mowing to dry weather.

 

[rexcramer]

The BX is a mower with a loader on it.

The kioti and the B series I mentioned are tractors with mowers on them.

If that makes any sense

This comment was bugging me for a few hours today, as I was using my "lawnmower" to till up 1/2 acre for a foodplot, then I used the loader to move a bunch of blackdirt I am going to plant grass on. After that I pulled a disk over the dirt, and then a drag to flatten it out. Finally my "lawnmower" backbladed my stonecrete drive and got the trash cans with the loader to end the day.

The BX is a tractor all the way, never dismiss the little guy. Compared to my 580, your "tractor" is basically a lawnmower as well when you get down to it.

 

[LD1]

I'm actually suprised it took that long to get a response from a bx owner about my comment.

It wasn't meant to offend anyone, and obviously you can do a lot more than mow with it, but when you look at the specs of the machine, you can tell it was designed primarily for mowing. (Light weight, High HP, Low loader capacity and Low 3ph Specs)

When you compare HP to HP, the BX series are usually about 1/2 the weight of other tractors with the same HP, and can only lift about 1/2 as much on either end.

Tractors that are much heavier, better hydraulics, higher lift capacities, are imo, a better example of a "tractor".

Like I said, I don't mean to offend anyone, but it is clear when you look at the specs of the BX line and compare to any other tractor in that HP range, that the BX's are about the bottom of the list for loader strength, 3PH, and weight. This tells me that kubota designed it to be one helluva mower, an not so much of a digging/dirtwork machine.

 

[newbury]

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Tractors that are much heavier, better hydraulics, higher lift capacities, are imo, a better example of a "tractor".
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A tractor is a vehicle specifically designed to deliver a high tractive effort at slow speeds, for the purposes of hauling a trailer or machinery used in agriculture or construction

IMHO to many people define tractor in their own frame of reference. It's an engine, usually on wheels.

The BX series seems ideal for the OP.