Help . with 3 point hitch on bx or b

[thetooth]

On maintenance, if you go with a BX, because you would be using it without a mower, make sure the HST fan is protected. The issues with that concern are well documented in this forum. And I suspect working under the B such as changing the oil is a little easier than on a BX due the additional ground clearance. But neither of these issues would sway me on my decision.

yeah i checked this out when i was looking . the new BX tractors come with a metal vented plate covering the fan . the maintenance issue was just a question it is not that important to my deciding factor ?

thanks

tim

 

[bp fick]

If you are looking to match up with implements from 30 hp tractors, you want to go with the B. The BX is happier with smaller, lighter Cat 1 implements. I share a lot, or could share a lot of implements with my adjacent neighbor, but his huge Cat 1 implements overwhelm my BX. Just being honest here.

If you have field work or work in the woods, the Bs taller ground clearance is much preferred and you don't/wouldn't have to worry about the silly, expensive, plastic HST cooling fan used on subcuts.

Mind you, I love my BX, but given the data you are providing, you'd be miles ahead with the B. Any 20 series will do just fine. Sometimes, your best deal on the Bxx20 tractor is the one the dealer needs to move. I'd take any of the three (23,26,29) and let the dealer's price be my guide.

For toughness, loader work, and puncture resistance it is hard to beat an R4. For all around applications, it is the most universal tire choice. It isn't perfect, but none of the choices are.

 

[thetooth]

For toughness, loader work, and puncture resistance it is hard to beat an R4. For all around applications, it is the most universal tire choice. It isn't perfect, but none of the choices are.

thanks for the information . that is a good point about the ruggedness of the R4 tires . i have been checking out different weights for a variety of implements and i am finding value wise or most bang for my buck will be the B series tractor . if everything goes well next week i will post some pictures .

thanks

tim

 

[daveshoot]

I went B2320 mostly because I didn't want the "limited" PTO category. It was delivered yesterday (with FEL and box scraper). So, now I am an expert. :laughing:

This little tractor is awesome. I had some immediate issues with the Gearmore RFM but the dealer response (Pauley in Escondido) was excellent and we are squared away now. In fact, they are going to comp me some loader forks for my trouble, which were really dealer prep related.

I had the same concern about the tires but they talked me into the R4s and there has been no scarring of turf. Unless you have a golf course or cemetary it doesn't seem to be an issue.

I should be getting some serious seat time today. For me, it came down to B2320 vs. JD 2320 and the dealership was the difference, along with the Med gear speed. Here on day two I am really happy. Shortly I will begin mowing the neighbors 2 acre fire hazard and I will probably be somewhat wiser and "even" more experienced by the end of the day.

I considered the BX but the front axle height (I think 7.5" vs 12") was another factor in my decision. I can see where a smaller property with slopes might suggest a tractor with a lower center of gravity, but other than one little area, I don't have that issue.

 

[thetooth]

I went B2320 mostly because I didn't want the "limited" PTO category. It was delivered yesterday (with FEL and box scraper). So, now I am an expert. :laughing:

This little tractor is awesome. I had some immediate issues with the Gearmore RFM but the dealer response (Pauley in Escondido) was excellent and we are squared away now. In fact, they are going to comp me some loader forks for my trouble, which were really dealer prep related.

I had the same concern about the tires but they talked me into the R4s and there has been no scarring of turf. Unless you have a golf course or cemetary it doesn't seem to be an issue.

I should be getting some serious seat time today. For me, it came down to B2320 vs. JD 2320 and the dealership was the difference, along with the Med gear speed. Here on day two I am really happy. Shortly I will begin mowing the neighbors 2 acre fire hazard and I will probably be somewhat wiser and "even" more experienced by the end of the day.

I considered the BX but the front axle height (I think 7.5" vs 12") was another factor in my decision. I can see where a smaller property with slopes might suggest a tractor with a lower center of gravity, but other than one little area, I don't have that issue.

Congrats on your purchase . i too looked at the johndeere 2320 but did not care for the salesman or the dealer at my local shop . kubota dealer and salesman have been great .

thanks for the info on the tires my lawn is far from pristine alot of wild strawberries , clover , and dandylions . but it's always green .

thanks for the info
tim

 

[bp fick]

I went B2320 mostly because I didn't want the "limited" PTO category.
I considered the BX but the front axle height (I think 7.5" vs 12") was another factor in my decision. I can see where a smaller property with slopes might suggest a tractor with a lower center of gravity, but other than one little area, I don't have that issue.

Just to be clear, the PTO is the power take off, the spline in the rear of your tractor that runs a pto shaft on mowers, tillers and such. I assume you meant the 3 pt hitch. Actually the BX's 3 pt hitch is not a limited Category 1. It's a Cat 1, 3 pt. There are limiting factors, mainly caused by the tractor itself is low enough to the ground that there is a limit to height of attachments.

The expression, "Limited Cat 1" 3 pt hitch means it is limited, generally, to implements specifically made smaller, with 20" pins width, and sometimes means Cat 0 with Cat 1 pins, which the BX is not.

There, isn't that just clear as mud?

 

[3diesel]

thanks for the input K U Gator . i looked at the B2620 and some of the advantages over the B2320 , but the extra expense puts the B2320 at the ceiling of my budget .

thanks

tim

B2620 and FEL should be about 900 more than the B2320 with FEL
I believe its worth it. I got a B2620 FEL and 50" tiller. Just tilled up my new garden with it :thumbsup: Couple more times and I'll be ready to plant.

 

[thetooth]

B2620 and FEL should be about 900 more than the B2320 with FEL
I believe its worth it. I got a B2620 FEL and 50" tiller. Just tilled up my new garden with it :thumbsup: Couple more times and I'll be ready to plant.

thanks for the input . i know it's only about $1000.00 more but that's how i ended up with the B2320 it's only a little more than the BX series so i have to have a cut off at some point .

i think i would be okay with a BX but i want to push it just a little so i am leaning to the smallest of the next series .

we will see how the Powerball does tonight maybe i will make the upgrade

thanks

tim

 

[bx24d]

Just to be clear, the PTO is the power take off, the spline in the rear of your tractor that runs a pto shaft on mowers, tillers and such. I assume you meant the 3 pt hitch. Actually the BX's 3 pt hitch is not a limited Category 1. It's a Cat 1, 3 pt. There are limiting factors, mainly caused by the tractor itself is low enough to the ground that there is a limit to height of attachments.

The expression, "Limited Cat 1" 3 pt hitch means it is limited, generally, to implements specifically made smaller, with 20" pins width, and sometimes means Cat 0 with Cat 1 pins, which the BX is not.

There, isn't that just clear as mud?

That is the first clear description of the issue that I've ever read on TBN (granted I probably read 1% of all the posts on the site). I have both a limited Cat 1 3pt hitch on my mowing Garden Tractor and a 3pt hitch that is limited in height on my BX. I find it easier to use "XB" or subcompact implements because I can use them on either tractor.

 

[bx24d]

I went B2320 mostly because I didn't want the "limited" PTO category. It was delivered yesterday (with FEL and box scraper). So, now I am an expert. :laughing:

This little tractor is awesome. I had some immediate issues with the Gearmore RFM but the dealer response (Pauley in Escondido) was excellent and we are squared away now. In fact, they are going to comp me some loader forks for my trouble, which were really dealer prep related.

I had the same concern about the tires but they talked me into the R4s and there has been no scarring of turf. Unless you have a golf course or cemetary it doesn't seem to be an issue.

I should be getting some serious seat time today. For me, it came down to B2320 vs. JD 2320 and the dealership was the difference, along with the Med gear speed. Here on day two I am really happy. Shortly I will begin mowing the neighbors 2 acre fire hazard and I will probably be somewhat wiser and "even" more experienced by the end of the day.

I considered the BX but the front axle height (I think 7.5" vs 12") was another factor in my decision. I can see where a smaller property with slopes might suggest a tractor with a lower center of gravity, but other than one little area, I don't have that issue.

Congrats. Sounds like you made the right call. The implement issue was key. The fact that you have flat land negated one of the BXs advantages. You won't regret the R4s. In my opinion, their the least regretted tire. I encourage you to keep chaning the oil in your riding lawn mower; don't save money for a future belly deck for the 2320; spend the extra money on implements. You'll like not changing the deck every week when it's June and the grass is growing like crazy.