liberty2701
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I can get a good deal on 60" rototiller from TSC . The price would be $1399 which is $300 off retail. Wondering if the tiller would be too large?
60" rototiller for GC2610
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My dealer said 48" max on a 2300 series, with 42" being better for working hard ground.
I can't see how that equates to you being effective using a 60" on a 2600 series.
It's also probably not made for a sub compact like XB implements are for example, so you may have a limit on how high you can lift it. Which can sometimes be an issue. Like when your loading it on a trailer.
I can't see how that equates to you being effective using a 60" on a 2600 series.
It's also probably not made for a sub compact like XB implements are for example, so you may have a limit on how high you can lift it. Which can sometimes be an issue. Like when your loading it on a trailer.
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liberty2701
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What about a Bush Hog rtc48? My dealer has a used one for $1K. I assume that would be more suitable.
the6shooter
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have you checked the P.T.O. h.p for the tiller ? I do think the 60" is way too big for your tractor.
I have a KK tiller that requires 25 h.p. to the p.t.o. , I may be wrong here but I don't think you have near enough, for that tiller.
david
I have a KK tiller that requires 25 h.p. to the p.t.o. , I may be wrong here but I don't think you have near enough, for that tiller.
david
radioman
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unless you only have sand, I think 60" is little big for that little GC. I'd say 48-50 is max.
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liberty2701
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I think you guys are right. I will look into the used 48" Bush Hog. Thanks
blackd
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I have a GC2400, and I use a Yanmar RSC1600 tiller, ~66". It is missing ~1/5th of its tines, and my garden is sandy. Ray66 is correct about lifting height for trailer loading, but if yours is like mine, the tines just roll when they touch a high spot/lip of the trailer. You will need a front weight to counterbalance a tiller of that size.
So, not knowing your own circumstances, the tiller is of possible use. I would not use it to break new clay/stony ground.
So, not knowing your own circumstances, the tiller is of possible use. I would not use it to break new clay/stony ground.
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liberty2701
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My dealer has a used Bush Hog RTC48 for $1k. I probably could get it for $800 .I can get the KK XB 48" tiller for $1560 from Everything attachments. This includes free shipping. Which one is the way to go? Thanks
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liberty2701
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Just got back from looking at the Bush Hog. The tines were completely worn out. They were so worn they had a point like a knife. I think I am going to save my money and buy a KK XB in the spring.
WilliamBos
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liberty2701 said:
Which one is heavier built?? That is the one I would buy. Times are replaceable, and are a wear item.
I have a Kk XB and it does an awesome job. Sometimes I wish it would go deeper though. It turns my garden to powder in nothing flat. Even if it is a little wet. The GC2400 barely even notices its back there. Sometimes she gets a good roll of smoke out the pipe though.
Don87
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They are both built heavy. About the only difference is that the Bush Hog is chain drive, and the XB is gear drive.
WilliamBos
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Gear drive would be better, correct?? The Kubota turfbuster we have now is chain, but will be upgrading to something wider in the future.
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liberty2701
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The specs list the KK XB almost 200 lbs heavier than the Bush Hog RTC48. Is that possible? It seems like a lot.
Don87
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Better is a subjective term.
They both work well, and in previous discussions here on TBN the consensus was that for the average homeowner, a chain drive tiller(good name brand) of 5 foot or less will outlast most homeowners(tines not included).
Ken Sweet, (IIRC) claims to have sold 2 number 60 tiller chains in 40 years(tiller brands unknown).
Thats a pretty good track record.
Don87
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Yes, it is possible, and totally unnecessary.
I tilled virgin ground with my tiller, and it never bounced at all. 2 passes and that virgin ground was ready to plant.:thumbsup:
Check on tine prices for that used RTC 48, they are easy to change.
porky69
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I use a 60inch tiller on my GC2400 in hard clay and it works just fine. The only issue I have is lift height, but like has been mentioned already the tines just roll when they hit the ground.
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liberty2701
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I just went to TSC and purchased their Countyline 4ft tiller for subcompacts. It is made by KK. It is the 4ft XB model. Price was 1260 plus tax. A great price. Should have it in 3 weeks.
Wacky
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Are you sure it is a KK? I thought they were made by someone else now.
