Attachment Compatibility With a MMM; Which Tractor Brands Are This Versatile?

[bialecki]

bialecki, I know you are just looking for compatibility; but as others have said... the RFM cut just as nice as the MMM. Why are you hooked on the mid mount? Besides (I think with the DX33) you can omit the MM PTO option when purchasing so you can save money. Correct me if I am wrong...

I too was originally looking to go MMM and I too wanted the BH. Ironically, I too was very interested in the DX33/34 and found that you could not mount both together. What size MMM were you going to go with? 60 or 72? I like what Jimin suggested if you are interested in the 60". And if you are interested in 72" then go with the rear mount.

Believe me it is a pain to switch implements from the RFM to the BH...I am new at it but it takes me about 30mins to do. I cannot imagine having to add a subframe every time as well.

The real question here is the first one... why so hooked on a MMM?

Thanks for the replies; I am not so hooked on a MMM, however, if a machine like the Case DX 33 was compatable with the three attachments then why not. The quality of the cut is very good, the ease of removal and install of the MMM is simple. One machine Vs. two takes up less space and is that much less to maintain. It appears that Kubota "B" series is compatable with all three. But as I investigate my options it helps me decide which direction to go.

Thank you,

 

[jeffinsgf]

While the John Deere 3x20 series will allow you to have all three attached at the same time, I wouldn't do it. I can just about assure you that you're going to tear your mower up while using the backhoe.

Since the backhoe takes about 3 minutes to either put on or take off, that part is no big deal. I have the immediate predecessor to the 3x20, so I haven't looked closely at the drive over deck, but that sure looks like the solution to your issues.

 

[GregSpires]

I think I remember a discussion on the NH buying/pricing board maybe a year ago when I was looking at a TC35DA saying that the MMM and NH subframe BH were incompatible, but that the NH MMM and Woods subframe BH could be mounted at the same time. Do a searcha nd you'll probably find that discussion.

 

[bialecki]

I think I remember a discussion on the NH buying/pricing board maybe a year ago when I was looking at a TC35DA saying that the MMM and NH subframe BH were incompatible, but that the NH MMM and Woods subframe BH could be mounted at the same time. Do a searcha nd you'll probably find that discussion.

Hi Greg, I contacted Woods, they indicated that the BH subframe for Case and/or NH is not compatible with the MMM, same with Case's OEM BH subframe.

Due to some tight maneuvering requirements on my property the MMM seems to be the best option.

Thank you,

 

[bjcsc]

Due to some tight maneuvering requirements on my property the MMM seems to be the best option.

Tight maneuvering with a backhoe and FEL? Good luck. I think a ZTM and a dedicated tractor would be the best option...

 

[bialecki]

Tight maneuvering with a backhoe and FEL? Good luck. I think a ZTM and a dedicated tractor would be the best option...

bjcsc, you nailed the issue right on. I don't want to operate the tractor with all three attachments on at the same time, I never indicated that I would operate the tractor with all three attached. I wanted to know what tractors are compatable with all three. Of course one would remove the BH & FEL when using the MMM. However, one would not want to remove the subframe of the BH to mount the MMM. Starting to see my point?

Thanks,

 

[bjcsc]

bjcsc, you nailed the issue right on. I don't want to operate the tractor with all three attachments on at the same time, I never indicated that I would operate the tractor with all three attached. I wanted to know what tractors are compatable with all three. Of course one would remove the BH & FEL when using the MMM. However, one would not want to remove the subframe of the BH to mount the MMM. Starting to see my point?

Thanks,

Ohhhh...yes, I absolutely see your point (now! ). Well worth investigating. Having to remove the subframe would certainly be a PITA. But, I don't know if I would want to remove my hoe and FEL everytime I wanted to mow, either. Then again, you're use may be opposite and you'd only be attaching the FEL and hoe when necessary...So it seems Deere & Kubota will do it?

 

[chuschu]

I know the Massey 1533 can also do this. You don't have to remove any of the subframes to use any of them. Since MMM work of the 3 point position you have to remove the backhoe but all the subframes stay on. You can even leave the MMM on with the backhoe you just have to lock the mower in the up position. It works well if you are just using the BH to dig a drain line or something where clearance isn't your main concern. Even if you have to remove the MMM it is very easy.

 

[LBrown59]

Ohhhh...yes, I absolutely see your point (now! ). Well worth investigating. Having to remove the subframe would certainly be a PITA. But, I don't know if I would want to remove my hoe and FEL everytime I wanted to mow, either. Then again, you're use may be opposite and you'd only be attaching the FEL and hoe when necessary...So it seems Deere & Kubota will do it?

I know I don't;that's why i like the fact i can mow use the fel or bh with out removing either one of the other 2 on my BX23.