b2320 enough power for a 60 in. mmm?

[LBrown59]

Actually I've not been able to determine how the BX2350 does with a 5ft box blade because it is has turfs and traction is a issue. The B23320 I'm considering will have R4's.

Thanks,
Steve

Go with R 1 tires.

 

[mcrame01]

I went with a Land pride 54 inch Box Blade with my B2320. It is the largest that the owner's manual recommended. I have R4s on mine that are not loaded. If I put my scarifiers all the way down I can tear the ground up but it won't pull it if the box hits the gound. If I raise my scarifiers all the way up I can' pull a full box of dirt (clay in my case). With the scarifiers in the middle notch it I can pull about half a box. I moved a lot of dirt around my house and did a fine job, but it did "grunt" a little at times. Now that I am done with the major dirt work around my house, my B2320 should handle the mowing, driveway grading, light loader work, etc with ease. I think your 5 ft box blade will surely test the limits of the 2320. If you are planning on using your box blade a lot then I would want at least a 2620 with loaded R4s. A 3030 would be even better. If you just have one project to do then the 2320 will most likely get you by. If you can afford it, I would recommend getting the 2620 regardless. The increase in HP and the larger loader make it a pretty good upgrade for the money. I don't see where the 2920 is worth it though. Just my opinion....

 

[steverichmond]

Thanks mcrame01! Your posting was very descriptive and really helps.

Thanks again,
Steve

 

[mcrame01]

No problem Steve. I was in your same position just about 6 - 8 months ago so I know what it is like trying to find information. This website has been great. My primary purpose for the tractor was for mowing so I didn't want to go any bigger or heavier than I had to because I didn't want to lose maneuverability and dig into the yard. On the other hand, I had a new yard to work up and wanted something big enough to move some dirt with my scraper and do some landscaping with my loader. The B series is a pretty good combination of the two abilities. If you are going to do a lot of scraping just keep in mind the lack of position control. It is a pretty serious drawback to me if you are going to do a lot. Now that I'm done with my yard though, I think it will only be a minor nuissance when blading the drive. I still hope to have a ZTR for mowing and maybe a 3030 for tractor work some day which I think would be even more optimal for me. But right now I don't have the money or garage space to give up. Good luck in your hunt.

 

[swmpbgy1]

b2320 with 60 in. mmm owners,
I'm considering a b2320 with a 60 in. mmm. Does the 2320 "handle" the 60 in. mmm from a power prospective well? Your opinions are appreciated!


Thanks,
Steve

Steve:

I used to have a BX2230 with 60" mmm and I could cut thick heavy grass....even wet grass with no problems......wouldn't even bog down.

Enjoy!
Swmpbgy1