BX2370 loader -vs- something larger

[Michael Aos]

I do have 4 stumps and a couple lillac bushes to remove. I want to route some downspout extensions underground and considering a French drain -- or two.

I thought hard about the BX25D, but I think I can just rent a mini-excavator for a day or two / as-needed.

I just can't foresee that I'd have an ongoing need for a backhoe.

you are going to want a backhoe soon so...BX25D:thumbsup:

 

[Michael Aos]

That's not such a bad idea. I've picked up some rope, pulley's, come-alongs, Hi-Lift jack, hydraulic jacks, shackles, chains, straps, etc.

Warn Drill Winch has been super handy.

I've had pretty good success so far, but I've also probably spent more than it would have cost to initially upgrade to the B2601, or rent heavier equipment for a couple days.

Get whatever you need to lift the rare very heavy items from the rear of the tractor.

 

[BrokeFarmerJohn]

That's not such a bad idea. I've picked up some rope, pulley's, come-alongs, Hi-Lift jack, hydraulic jacks, shackles, chains, straps, etc.

Warn Drill Winch has been super handy.

I've had pretty good success so far, but I've also probably spent more than it would have cost to initially upgrade to the B2601, or rent heavier equipment for a couple days.

Even with a bigger tractor your gonna need all that lol, you can never have enough chains and straps. The come-along comes in handy occasionally and same with block and tackles. High lift jacks are handy when working on stuff also, like bottle jacks they lift vertically and won't try to pull the tractor off jack stands like a floor jack will.

Drill winch is a new one for me, idk where that would be useful.

 

[jeff9366]

In other threads you have posted Kubota's L2501/HST was recommended to you.

L2501/HST has 1,000 pounds incremental weight that you will notice.

 

[Michael Aos]

I did start looking down that path, but I'm a far cry from the "typical" Standard L buyer.

That said, I do back up to ~17 undeveloped acres. Historically the landowner hires someone to mow and clean it up (people love to dump garbage out there) every couple of years. I've toyed with the idea of contacting / contracting with them to maintain it in their absence. Might justify something larger...
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In other threads you have posted Kubota's L2501/HST was recommended to you.

L2501/HST has 1,000 pounds incremental weight that you will notice.

 

[Michael Aos]

My point was supposed to be I can pretty much quit looking, since the gains are pretty slight as you move up through the product line.

But now you have me thinking again...

:tractor:

In other threads you have posted Kubota's L2501/HST was recommended to you.

L2501/HST has 1,000 pounds incremental weight that you will notice.

 

[jeff9366]

Tractor Wisdom on T-B-N advises that it takes a 50% increase in tractor weight before you notice an increase in tractor capability.

I have had three tractors, each heavier than the last. I have found the 50% advice to be accurate in my experience.

It takes a 100% increase in tractor weight to evince a WOW!!

I wish I had discovered T-B-N before my third tractor purchase. I believe I would have eliminated the intermediate sized tractor purchase, a Kubota B3300SU, and the time and expense involved in selling six light 48" implements for much heavier 60" to 72" implements efficient paired with 5,400 pound Tractor #3.

So many advice seekers here focused on minimum investment, rather than tractor suitability for tasks. So they buy light, sell after 400 hours, hopefully without a rollover, and then BUY ENOUGH TRACTOR with the successive purchase. (( or NOT )) ~~~ I am in the "or NOT" category.

 

[Michael Aos]

Going cheap was definitely not my intent. I was thinking physically smaller the better and never even considered weight at all.

The more I get done with the BX2370, the less ongoing need I see for something bigger. It would just be a luxury / toy. (not that I'm opposed to that) :drink:

If I had the choice between using a $15K tractor for 5yrs and selling it for $10K or a $25K tractor for 5yrs and selling it for $20K (same $5K difference), but the $25K tractor suited me better and was more enjoyable to use, I'd go that route.

So far, this whole playing in the dirt thing has been kinda fun. Except for when I can't lift stuff.
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So many advice seekers here focused on minimum investment, rather than tractor suitability for tasks.

 

[BrokeFarmerJohn]

Going cheap was definitely not my intent. I was thinking physically smaller the better and never even considered weight at all.

The more I get done with the BX2370, the less ongoing need I see for something bigger. It would just be a luxury / toy. (not that I'm opposed to that) :drink:

If I had the choice between using a $15K tractor for 5yrs and selling it for $10K or a $25K tractor for 5yrs and selling it for $20K (same $5K difference), but the $25K tractor suited me better and was more enjoyable to use, I'd go that route.

So far, this whole playing in the dirt thing has been kinda fun. Except for when I can't lift stuff.
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Just go ahead and get the M7 and be done with it lol

You can even fit it with a FEL

Kubota Tractor Corporation - M7-171

5700lbs on the FEL to full height!

TractorData.com Kubota M7.131 tractor attachments information

 

[Michael Aos]

You've kinda got me thinking about the L's again.

Coming up on 50hrs. Planning to have the tires filled and add wheel weights. Box blade (or maybe that Ratchet Rake instead).



We've been talking about a rototiller, but not quite sure it's worth buying -vs- renting.

BUY ENOUGH TRACTOR