Buying Advice BX1850?

[Vonniewabbit]

I will make sure to heed the advice. If those issues prove to be more than I am willing to settle with (reverse stop and plastic body) what would be another comparable alternative? Remember, I only have .6 acres and will be using it for landscaping projects around the house. I really don't want to go bigger than a sub-compact unless I have to. Thank you for the input and advice. This will probably my most informed purchase next to my house thanks to all the feed back.

 

[TheFlatlander]

I will make sure to heed the advice. If those issues prove to be more than I am willing to settle with (reverse stop and plastic body) what would be another comparable alternative? Remember, I only have .6 acres and will be using it for landscaping projects around the house. I really don't want to go bigger than a sub-compact unless I have to. Thank you for the input and advice. This will probably my most informed purchase next to my house thanks to all the feed back.

Tha alternative is to avoid anything BXxx50. there are older and newer series that don't have these issues if you are wanting to stay Kubota Subcompact.

The other BX series are BXxx00, BXxx30, both older and BXxx60 which is newer.

Good hunting,

 

[Chugbug]

Test drive before you buy.....when I was looking last year, this site was so valuable. I test drove the BX24 and as everyone said the abrupt stop was very noticeable and I ended up spending about 1200. more for the BX25 but well worth the money. Good luck and don't forget to post pictures

 

[timswi]

With all due respect to everyone about the abrupt stop...Let up on the pedal slower and you'll be fine. It will be your machine and you'll have nothing to compare it to, so you'll adapt to it.

Everyone said that my RTV1100 would throw you through the windshied when you let off the gas. True the first couple of times, but I got used to it and it's no issue.

A BX is fine for anything from 1/2 acre to 3 acres and most likely more. Great machines, almost a mini farm tractor for your purposes. Go for it. You'll love it.

As far as chippers and such, the cover has never been off of my rear PTO, so I can't speak to that.

 

[Vonniewabbit]

So I got to a Kubota dealer and got to see a BX1850 up close. Absolutely perfect for my purposes. I love the compact size and you can't beat Kubota orange. However I am in Arizona and he looked at me funny when I asked how much they cost new with a MMM and turf tires. Apparently they don't get much grass here in Arizona, who would have guessed. So anyways, with out any implements they are running just shy of $13,000. however he did say they offer 5 yrs 0% interest. I discussed the reverse problem, and I agree, since it is a HST, just like my mom's older Deere mower, if you let up fast, it stops fast. I work in aviation, and hydraulics is something I understand. So I think that could be a minimal concern. But however I appreciate the input and will investigate further prior to purchasing, as I am the one with out the tractor and asking you all for advice. He did caution me however, which could be a sales tactic (however he has nothing to gain since I won't be buying here), about individuals selling items that they still owe money on. As I understood, tractors don't have a registration, so I will have to do some research prior to purchasing from an individual. Any advice from experience? Thanks again for all the input.

 

[CHDinCT]

He did caution me however, which could be a sales tactic (however he has nothing to gain since I won't be buying here), about individuals selling items that they still owe money on. As I understood, tractors don't have a registration, so I will have to do some research prior to purchasing from an individual. Any advice from experience? Thanks again for all the input.

Put a statement in the bill of sale that he is selling it free of any encumbrances/debts, or he has clear title. Not a lawyer, but this should give you some coverage I would think. The other option would be to get the serial number and call Kubota Finance and have them run the SN before you pick it up.

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Each state usually has an office where liens are recorded for tractors. Ask a dealer where he/she checks for liens against equipment or where they record liens.

 

[montelatici]

After about 20 hours, the abrupt stop syndrome seems to disappear because you learn how to drive the thing.

 

[thavil]

Personally, I don't think the plastic hood and fenders are an "issue" as a few have stated. Plastic doesn't rust or dent. It may crack with a severe hit but it's very durable.

The "abrupt reverse stop" is another story. Even though I've had my tractor for 2 1/2 years, this issue still exists for me. I rarely use high range because of this. The only time I use high range is when using my drag harrow in my pastures, no reverse is used.

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

After about 20 hours, the abrupt stop syndrome seems to disappear because you learn how to drive the thing.

Not true. I did over 20 hours and it did not disappear, it became more noticeable. I've bought/owned eleven Kubotas and one of them was a BX2350, it was not right and I knew it was not right and I got rid of it. I also never drove it in high speed, it would have been to painful. You guys that have them is OK by me but to imply or tell other potential buyers that they are not wrong is a disservice to this forum or the people coming to this forum for honest experienced information. Out of 5 BX's I owned or own,, it's the only one that stopped so abrupt in reverse.

 

[montelatici]

Not true. I did over 20 hours and it did not disappear, it became more noticeable. I've bought/owned eleven Kubotas and one of them was a BX2350, it was not right and I knew it was not right and I got rid of it. I also never drove it in high speed, it would have been to painful. You guys that have them is OK by me but to imply or tell other potential buyers that they are not wrong is a disservice to this forum or the people coming to this forum for honest experienced information. Out of 5 BX's I owned or own,, it's the only one that stopped so abrupt in reverse.

The abrupt stopping disappeared because I learned to drive the BX24 and then when I got the BX1850 it wasn't an issue. I drive both my BX1850 and BX24 in high with no problems and no abrupt using the pedal appropriately. Learn to operate the tractor and you wouldn't have to buy 11 of them to get the right feel.

By the way, no problems when I go from my L to the BXs no problem at all.

 

[TheFlatlander]

The abrupt stopping disappeared because I learned to drive the BX24 and then when I got the BX1850 it wasn't an issue. I drive both my BX1850 and BX24 in high with no problems and no abrupt using the pedal appropriately. Learn to operate the tractor and you wouldn't have to buy 11 of them to get the right feel.

By the way, no problems when I go from my L to the BXs no problem at all.

Your very fortunite and extreemly patient. I hated mine. Found it unacceptable at delivery and was sent back with in a couple of days after arrangements were made. Sure glad that I didn't try to get used to it or learn to drive and than be disappointed as so many have months later and than have to take a financial bath trading in to finally get a better driving tractor as so many have done. But with that said, there are definately some good deals to be had on the 50 series for those that can tolerate the abrupt stop when changing directions mowing grass.

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

The abrupt stopping disappeared because I learned to drive the BX24 and then when I got the BX1850 it wasn't an issue. I drive both my BX1850 and BX24 in high with no problems and no abrupt using the pedal appropriately. Learn to operate the tractor and you wouldn't have to buy 11 of them to get the right feel.

By the way, no problems when I go from my L to the BXs no problem at all.

Obviously your a lot smarter than me.:thumbsup:
I will clear up one of your statements, I didn't buy 11 to get the right feel. My needs changed as I completed tasks and recontured my property and completed projects. My property looks considerably different now than it did 7 years ago.
I've finally learned how to operate these tractors and they seem to be working good for me now, especially since I got rid of the 50 series. Glad you have yours and are such a smart and wonderful operator. Guess we'll never see them on the used for sale market..

 

[harpoonalt]

Having just traded a BX 2350 in for a B2320, I'll weigh in. The abrupt stop was very pronounced and you could get used to it. However, I never wanted to let others drive it or my wife because they fought it all the time. As much as I was used to it, it would get me at times too. In certain situations it was dangerous and other times, just an annoyance. The BX was and is a great tractor. I think Kubota dropped the ball on the xx50 line though by not fixing the problem. You should be able to get on a tractor and drive it like most and not have to be constantly aware of something.
I ended up trading because the one guy who looked at my tractor commented on the abrupt stop and worried (like I did) about his wife and kids operating it. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a BX now, but would never recomend the XX50 line.

 

[dodge man]

I have had my BX2350, and I don't consider it a major problem. I had my tractor a few months before I got active in this forum. I knew about it, but didn't consider it a problem until I started reading about it on here.

Someone gave a tip on here, that works well for me. Instead of stomping on the reverse pedal, lift up with your toe, hooked underneath the forward pedal, to back up. For some reason, its easier to control and fixed any issues I ever had.