BX2360 or B Series? (I know you all get tired of these)

[rpoage]

How well does the B series mow in the high speed? When I tested the BX2350 it seemed like the top speed on it was a little slow compared to my riding mower that I was used to.

I take care of 2 acres of field converted into a lawn and I would say if the BX (smaller tire size) beats the tar out of me. I go slow and run lower tire pressure to compensate. I also dream of the day I can afford a real lawn. I was trying to buy a used B but couldn't get the job done so I bought a new BX. I would look at the B if I was to take a do over. Bigger tires look good to me now. One of the other considerations is BX has a suspended floating style deck and B's have a suspended ground following style deck. (I'm sure my terms are off on this one). On this one the BX is the winner to me?

 

[ChuckinNH]

The new B2x20 series have suspended decks just like the BX.

 

[KeithInSpace]

Is the fuel economy about the same between the two?

Not sure anyone has done a mileage comparison...tough to do...but I would assume the B2630 would sip a little more fuel given that it has a few more HP and has a higher capacity hydraulic pump (creating a bit more load, I would think).

I will offer that my BX2230 (22HP previous-gen version of the BX2350/2360) uses 5 gallons of fuel in about 10 hours in mixed use. Generally speaking I am either mowing at WOT, using the BH at 80% throttle, or using the loader at 50% throttle...probably an even mix between the three for any given tank.

Given the amount of work performed for that amount of fuel, I would consider that exemplary use of fuel. I'm coming up on 250 hours in 4+ years of ownership, so for the EXCEPTIONAL amount of work performed by my machine, I've invested $375 worth in diesel (at $3/gal) or under $100 a year. Drop in the bucket.

My tank is 5 gallons and the B2630 is 8 gallons...I'd figure you'd get 10 to 12 hours of use per tank, depending.

 

[phyxer]

I know that mine has the "suspended" 60 inch deck

Troy

 

[bx24d]

On paper, it sounds like you need a B to me. As soon as you mention "farm" I think B. But to be honest, since the bx will do anything a B can do, you would never go wrong with a bx. It's easier to go wrong with a tractor that is too big for some chores/spots on your property.

 

[lagomasino]

I found this forum a couple of months ago when I was going through the same dilemma you are going thru - BX or B. I just joined and here is my $0.02on what and how I decided. I decided for a B2620 mainly because of the clearance, lift capacity on the FEL and 3-point hitch, and PTO HP. I have 42 acres on very hilly and bumpy terrain in which I mowed about 4 acres. I also plan to maintain the road to the house, which has been a hefty drain of money every time I ask a contractor to do it for me. Through this forum I also found that a Wallenstein BX42 wood chipper works well with the B2620, which I plan to add to maintain the rest of the wooded area. All in all, the B2620 was definitely a better choice, in spite of the added cost. I paid $16540 for tractor, LA364 FEL and 60" MMM.

This past weekend I was scrapping/leveling the road with a 72" Woods rear blade, and going uphill, scrapping very dry compacted soil and gravel, the engine did not slow down a bit - very powerful machine.

The dealers I visited were very helpful discussing the capabilities of both models based on the needs I explained. If possible, it would be good to visit 2 or 3 dealers to get different opinions and get quotes. Definitely drive both models to get a feel for them.

Good luck!

 

[donn12]

Argeux - you need a 72" ZTR if you are mowing 8 acres. You will be done in 1/4 of the time!

 

[argeaux]

Argeux - you need a 72" ZTR if you are mowing 8 acres. You will be done in 1/4 of the time!

My plan (so far based on my research) is to get a B3200 with a FEL and BH, and either a MMM or a RMM. I may still use the JD as a finish mower in tight areas.

 

[TigerfaninAR]

Argeux - you need a 72" ZTR if you are mowing 8 acres. You will be done in 1/4 of the time!

What would be an approx. time difference between mowing 8acres with a few trees and obstacles with your avg. 60 in ZTR in comparison to a B or BX with a 60in MMM?

 

[redharley]

I would also agree that for lawn mowing the BX can't be beat in the tractor line,But feild mowing I'd go with the B. I have a BX and mow 2 acre's of lawn around my house it's great,I also mow parts and sometimes all of a 6 acre feild next to my house I purchased some years back, BX gets a little jumpy or hoppy going back in forth in that feild not as smooth as a lawn.But it does work no problem with power or such just ride.