B7510 vs BX2200

[rlcokc]

Looking at used. I don't see alot of difference other than BX2200 newer model. Equiped with FEL and brush hog or box blade around $10,000--little less. Would kindof like to have mmm but don't seem to be on many of the models. Which is best and why? Am I missing something?
Thanks

 

[bp fick]

Welcome aboard.

Sometimes when we type, we think faster than our finger can go.

Your question(s) are a bit jumbled. Try it again, please. The B7510 is an awfully lot larger machine than the BX2200. Both are from circa 2002 era and both are just fine machines. Although, they are pretty darn different in intended use.

MMM's are pretty common with BX's and less so with the larger B model tractors. Also, if any machine is missing a mowing deck, these replacements can be somewhat difficult to locate and quite pricey. If you must have an MMM, I might suggest you look at tractors with them installed already. Check its condition, quiet operation, smoothness of bearings and cleanliness.

If a tractor is 8 years old, and the previous owner trashed/wore out the deck, due to heavy use coupled with very poor maintenance, it will be "missing." Also, Sometimes things get "broken apart" in the selling process. Sometimes, the MMM never existed on a particular tractor, ie, the previous owner didn't desire one.

 

[rlcokc]

Thanks for response. My post was hurried. The 7510 I'm looking at has box blade and FEL with no mmm. The BX2200 has FEL and mmm. As I understand it both are approximately 21 horse. The response would indicate the 7510 is larger and capable of greater workload-lift more. I really don't believe I would do a great deal of mowing with belly mower and have a small brushhog whick I could attach to 7510. Would like the hydrostatic transmission that is on 2200 as this 7510 not equipped. Is the price in ballpark as both have approximately 170 hours. They both appear to be in good condition and have been stored out of the weather. Will look at 7510 this week. Any additional thoughts or caveats on what to look for. Thanks
Rod

 

[bp fick]

170 hours is very, very light usage on either of these. As you will see, horsepower isn't the issue between the two. Both will have 22/23 rated hp, with the BX having less at the PTO than the B model.

The B is simply a much larger tractor. It's bucket is larger, its tires are larger. The B has approximately twice the ground clearance and should be priced at significantly more dollars. $6000 plus or minus on the BX2200, and $8500 plus or minus on the B7510. (Those are low figures. A spotless machine could fetch up to $1500 more on the BX and $2000 more on the B, depending on attachments included. But that is all. Paying more might mean you'd be better off looking elsewhere or looking new with warranty and zero percent financing.

Look for a well cared for, almost pampered machines. Get a history of fluid/filter changes. Look for damage, dents, fluid leaks, etc. Only you can decide whether a BX or a B best suites your needs. This is based on turning radius requirements of your property and your planned use.

Finally, be very, very careful if you are responding to Craigslist or similar. If the price is too low, (from what I stated above) it is absolutely, most likely, a scam. Never give anyone a dime without laying your own eyes on the machine. The old "it is in South Carolina and will be shipped to you" trick is a total scam.

 

[Tom_H]

BX2000 was introduced yr. 2000 & is 22 hp. B series is bigger & more clearance. WIll add more later.

 

[easygo]

If you are looking to use the tractor on more uneven terrain, do more heavy lifting and the area you plan to bush hog is fairly open you should choose the B7510. However I think a manual shift tractor can be a bit more to get used to. If you drive a manual car and don't mind it then no problem.
I agree with the previous statement that they are both very good machines but were intended for slightly different uses.
How big is the acreage you plan to take care of? What are the chores you hope to accomplish?

 

[rlcokc]

Have 30 acres--10 clear and will mow field that is about 2 acres, rest the wife mows with Ferrell zero turn. I would use tractor to clean up between trees-move undergrowth and mow trails thru trees. Had B7200 which I haven't used in years--I let alot of proprety go back to wild. Reallly want front end loader because I've always wanted one and have different jobs I can use it on--leveling driveway, moving/clearing snow altho in Oklahoma not a priority, and just moving dirt.
I spoke with local Kubota dealer and he is trying to sell me a B2320 which comes with loader, box scraper and 48 mower all for the zero finance of $14,000. Is that close--I will get quote from Messick b4 I do anything. Wife will not be enthused about new tractor but I pretty much get what I want since I'm 60. I do appreciate thoughts and comments and any additional suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks
Rod

 

[brandoro]

I had a B7610 before my current tractor and liked it a lot but it had no cab. At the time I looked at a BX but thought the smaller tires and less ground clearance would be a problem for me when cutting trails through the forest. Since you already have a machine for finish cutting I would suggest the B would be a better choice for you. Another thing I wasn't aware of when I looked at the BX but have seen mentioned on this forum is that the BX has a plastic cooling fan underneath that is suceptible to damage from undergrowth. You could do a search about the cooling fan and find more information.

 

[TripleR]

I really love my BX2660 and loved my BX2200, but when you take mowing out of the equation, I can see non justification for the BX and would uniformly go with the B.

 

[bp fick]

I spoke with local Kubota dealer and he is trying to sell me a B2320 which comes with loader, box scraper and 48 mower all for the zero finance of $14,000. Is that close--
Rod

That is a very, very good price, if it is an HST tranny. (hydrostatic) Although, I cannot imagine a 48" mower, unless it is a rear finish mower? Surely not a belly mower? I would think a B2320 would come with a 60" belly mower. You would enjoy the ease of a rear mower, if you don't have a cluttered lawn, with lots of obstacles, that is the way to go.

 

[rlcokc]

I didn't ask enough questions altho I'm pretty certain the mower is a rear finish and I didn't specify HST altho that is the way I'm going to go. I told the guy I would come look and I"m sure the price will go up. I assume the rear finish mower is about 1/2 the cost of the mmm and hydrostatic transmission would add about a grand--Is that about right. In fact I went to a website and found the mower which I think they were referring to which is supposedly made for or by Kubota--name may have been Lake.
In any event I will contact Barlow but for the B2320 with mmm what would be a good or fair price?

At Barlow's site they say "name your price" and say unable to state a price due to Kubota restrictions. How do I find out their best price? Anybody dealt with them with any insight?

Thanks to all. This site has been extremely helpful to a newbie in the market who is trying to feel his way along and like everyone else wants the best deal possible but doesn't want to get the wrong thing. Seems the more I find out the more confused I become about what I want/should do.
Thanks again to all.
Rod

 

[magicheater]

Have 30 acres--10 clear and will mow field that is about 2 acres, rest the wife mows with Ferrell zero turn. I would use tractor to clean up between trees-move undergrowth and mow trails thru trees. Had B7200 which I haven't used in years--I let alot of proprety go back to wild. Reallly want front end loader because I've always wanted one and have different jobs I can use it on--leveling driveway, moving/clearing snow altho in Oklahoma not a priority, and just moving dirt.
I spoke with local Kubota dealer and he is trying to sell me a B2320 which comes with loader, box scraper and 48 mower all for the zero finance of $14,000. Is that close--I will get quote from Messick b4 I do anything. Wife will not be enthused about new tractor but I pretty much get what I want since I'm 60. I do appreciate thoughts and comments and any additional suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks
Rod

Personally I would go for a slightly bigger tractor, which would give you a larger lift capacity on the FEL. Better to have a little extra HP and weight than to wish later you did. 30 acres is a fair amount of land. Just my .02.

 

[newbury]

Another thing frequently overlooked - the rated HP on the B's is usually at about 2600RPM, while the BX's are rated at 3200 or so.

 

[easygo]

I didn't ask enough questions altho I'm pretty certain the mower is a rear finish and I didn't specify HST altho that is the way I'm going to go. I told the guy I would come look and I"m sure the price will go up. I assume the rear finish mower is about 1/2 the cost of the mmm and hydrostatic transmission would add about a grand--Is that about right. In fact I went to a website and found the mower which I think they were referring to which is supposedly made for or by Kubota--name may have been Lake.
In any event I will contact Barlow but for the B2320 with mmm what would be a good or fair price?

At Barlow's site they say "name your price" and say unable to state a price due to Kubota restrictions. How do I find out their best price? Anybody dealt with them with any insight?

Thanks to all. This site has been extremely helpful to a newbie in the market who is trying to feel his way along and like everyone else wants the best deal possible but doesn't want to get the wrong thing. Seems the more I find out the more confused I become about what I want/should do.
Thanks again to all.
Rod

If the dealer keeps the price on the B2320 that is pretty darn good. Why don't you just call the folks at Barlow's? There have been a lot of positive feedback from their customers on this site. Some people will say that you should look at a larger machine for that acreage, but the small ones will do a LOT. Don't let the size fool you. I had a B7510 that is the older version of the B2320 and it is a great tractor. Surprised me on many occasion. The bigger ones will do it faster tho.

 

[ChuckinNH]

Kubota B7510's with a standard gear box are not very popular, and usually can be had quite cheaply. One of the problems is that the pto is transmission driven so when you push in the clutch the pto stops. Make sure you know, and understand how this will affect what you will be doing. Perhaps it is no issue at all, but the standard transmission is a very good bargining chip! Don't offer too much.