I've been following the BX22 and now BX23 discussions but haven't heard much about the unique way that Kubota quick attaches the backhoe to the frame. I'm used to seeing a full subframe attached backhoe and was curious if BX22 owners that work out their backhoes on a regular basis can see any wear on the mounting areas of the hoe or the tractor.
BX22/23 backhoe attachment - rugged?
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theboman
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I don't believe they are designed for a workout. These are estate machines and not industrial machines.
If I'd ever want to purschase a pure BH/FEL combo designed for a workout I'd go with a Terramite. Basically a 20-25hp hydraulic pump on wheels. I've seen them do amazing things and they will out work any compact/subcompact of similiar size. They are mighty.
I don't own one. Work for them. Just a fan.
If I'd ever want to purschase a pure BH/FEL combo designed for a workout I'd go with a Terramite. Basically a 20-25hp hydraulic pump on wheels. I've seen them do amazing things and they will out work any compact/subcompact of similiar size. They are mighty.
I don't own one. Work for them. Just a fan.
MessickFarmEqu
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We sell them as fast as they come in and I have yet to see one have a problem with the mount. The tractor is specificly engineered to handle that backhoe. Thats the only difference between it and the BX2230.
</font><font color="blue" class="small">( Before somebody takes me wrong, I am in no way knocking a BX22/23, just pointing out that it's not designed for continued rugged use. It's not an industrial piece of equipment. )</font>
So the Kubota has designed a tractor that, in its design, is not utilized for continued rugged use? Well, define rugged use and maybe I would comment more. Never-the- less, it is not an industrial piece of equipment? Hm, well define industrial and again……..Also de fine continued use. Is it 4 hours per day with dirt or 8 hours per day with rock…etc
It was not deigned to stay up with “earthmovers” if that is what you mean; however, neither are most farm equipment.
I do not know what you are comparing it to.
So the Kubota has designed a tractor that, in its design, is not utilized for continued rugged use? Well, define rugged use and maybe I would comment more. Never-the- less, it is not an industrial piece of equipment? Hm, well define industrial and again……..Also de fine continued use. Is it 4 hours per day with dirt or 8 hours per day with rock…etc
It was not deigned to stay up with “earthmovers” if that is what you mean; however, neither are most farm equipment.
I do not know what you are comparing it to.
Fruitacres
New member
In reality the "unique" way the backhoe attaches is the same as the B21TLB, L35 and L48 as well as very similar to Bradco and other quick removal backhoes. When it is on it is on tight! Because it is closer to the tractor our sales experience with them is that they will out perform the B4672 hoe on a B2410 which is rated for more digging force. Also you can't mow or blow snow with a Terramite.
John Pero
Fruit Acres Tractor johnpero@velocity.net
John Pero
Fruit Acres Tractor johnpero@velocity.net
theboman
Veteran Member
4 hours a day digging with a BX, a no no. It's not designed for that type of wear and tear. It's an estate tractor designed for landscaping projects, mowing grass, gardening etc.
Industrial. Heavy duty everything especially frame, hydraulic arms, pumps etc.
I'd hate to see somebody shuck out $15,000 and destroy it.
I'm sure Kubota has info on warranty and normal use.
I work with video equipment daily and there's a pile.
Consumer: You buy off the self at Walmart, etc.
Prosumer: A bit more features.
Professional: More control over the features and a little sturdier.
Industrial. The strongest built. Lots of advances. Made to use 8+ hours a day.
Industrial. Heavy duty everything especially frame, hydraulic arms, pumps etc.
I'd hate to see somebody shuck out $15,000 and destroy it.
I'm sure Kubota has info on warranty and normal use.
I work with video equipment daily and there's a pile.
Consumer: You buy off the self at Walmart, etc.
Prosumer: A bit more features.
Professional: More control over the features and a little sturdier.
Industrial. The strongest built. Lots of advances. Made to use 8+ hours a day.
I agree with.. theboman. I was going to get a BX23 but with further research found out that it is exactly as theboman stated. $15,000 for a glorified lawn tractor? I don't think so. Therefore, I went and bought a KIOTI CK20 TLB. "The pack is coming". /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif
jlbota
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The BX22 and BX23 are stout little machines. They are built very much like the bigger machines just in a smaller package.
I bet there are guys out there that use these on a daily basis for the smaller jobs that it can handle. As far as Kubota stating they are small estate machines for planting trees and such...I really think that is just a sales tactic for potential customers. ( Just my opinion ) /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif
I bet there are guys out there that use these on a daily basis for the smaller jobs that it can handle. As far as Kubota stating they are small estate machines for planting trees and such...I really think that is just a sales tactic for potential customers. ( Just my opinion ) /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif