B2620 - Very Close

[meledward23]

I am close to getting a B2620. I am giving the Blue dealer one last chance to show me something but unless my socks get blown off it will be a 2620 and based on my experiences it will be orange for me. The B2620 seems to be a pretty good meld of $ vs size vs function. Sure there are some shortcomings but overall its a pretty good fit. I will more than likely buy this from Barlow's. I know two people that have felt that my local dealer (Kubota) is a bit sketchy at times. So I would rather deal with Barlow's.

So here is what I priced up so far:
B2620 - loader
2 Rear Remotes
Work Light
Industrial Tires
Pair of hooks on the bucket.

Anything else I should request for the tractor itself? Tractor is primarily for small garden work. I have weighed filled rear tires. But seeing as how I would like to possibly use it around the yard I would rather not put the extra weight on the rear end full time, I think.

I will of course get the implements that I need, but I am more interested in the actual tractor in regards to this discussion.

 

[s219]

I wouldn't worry about filled rear R4s on the lawn unless it's really muddy. I drive all over my lawn and have never had an issue in 2WD. In 4WD the fronts will tear up the turf in tight turns no matter if the rears are filled or not. So it's really 4WD that is the thing to be careful with in the yard.

 

[RunninOnEmpty]

Have you considered a tooth bar for the loader? My dealer recommended one for me & I'm glad I said yes.

 

[oldballs]

I just bought a B2620, using a trade in. Mine came with a FEL and 60 inch MMM. I already own a Kubota ballast box, bolt-on bucket hooks, boom pole, middle buster, 12 inch plow, rear blade and 3 pt hitch receiver. I'm going to wait and see how it performs without rear wheel weights or filled tires.
The four wheel drive even tears up this hard and dry turf in tight turns when moving gravel. It's been so dry that mowing performance on slopes etc is yet to be determined. Likewise, moving snow has yet to be determined with the industrial tires by themselves. Rear remotes, I decided that I could live without but would have been nice to have. Oh, I forgot to mention that I opted to buy a set of clamp on forks and will be ordering a toothbar in the near future. I had nice pin on pallet fork attachment, but got tired of removing the bucket. Thus, the clamp ons. There is a TBN'er that found a quick attach (Kubota made) for the front that will fit a B2620. Maybe he will chime in. Cheers, Mike

 

[s219]

If you have a FEL, definitely load the rear tires. You're already at a disadvantage.

 

[easygo]

I think that would be an ideal size tractor for garden work and other chores around the yard. I see that you had larger machines in the past so the 2620 might not impress you too much, but it really is ideal for smaller chores. I have a B7800 that is just one size up from the 2620. Guess who tills my neighbor's garden (he has a big wonderful 65hp JD) I have been tilling their garden for a few years now even tho he has a tiller to match his machine. He sinks almost to the axles when I'm out there working away. Of course it is nice to be able to help the neighbor who has a lot fancier toy.

psf course my tractor is of no help come haying time, but that is another story

 

[oldballs]

If you have a FEL, definitely load the rear tires. You're already at a disadvantage.

In the past I've found that the rear Ballast Box or the Rear Blade is adequate for anything that the FEL can lift. But if I have to, I'll fill 'em. When moving dirt, rock, gravel or snow the Rear Blade is usually needed as well. The Ballast Box is often used when the pallet forks are employed.

 

[s219]

Yes, you definitely want additional ballast to offset loads in the FEL -- I attach my 425 lb box blade whenever moving dirt/gravel with the FEL.

But for basic all-around use, loaded rear tires are perfect to offset the empty weight of the FEL, and it won't require you to always have something hanging on the 3-pt hitch. I think it's a no brainer to fill the rear tires when an FEL is installed.

 

[meledward23]

I plan to have 3pt forks. I will build 2 carry-alls. One utility/ tool carry all and a second that will be a rear weight ballast. That way I can swap them as I need to balance the FEL if I am moving sufficiently heavy loads. And in the end if I dont like it I will get the tires loaded.

Yes, this is definitely a smaller machine and it will not hold up if I compare it to the TC-55da which I still get on when my Father in Law needs a hand, But I no longer am dealing with 40 acres of horses, only 1.5acres of garden and chickens.

I appreciate everyone's thoughts and time. Thanks!

 

[bp fick]

You'll like the tractor, for the jobs you plan. I am still torn, after almost two years, as to filling the rears. I dislike the idea of the weight in compaction for the garden, but really don't appreciate the lack of traction when plowing snow. I'll likely cave and fill them before next winter. These machines are extremely light.

I'd absolutely have 5 filters boxed up for the 50 hour service, and a gallon or two of SUDT as well. Just saying.