BX24?

ToolDad · Nov 9, 2005

I keep seeing reference to the BX24, but the Kubota web site does not show any reference to it nor does my dealer have any information. Anybody have infor on this new model, and where did you find it?

I am primarily interested in the R4 tires/rims it supposedly comes with (ref other threads). /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

dougj7 · Nov 9, 2005

Hi, There is some bx24 info here: bx24

and a good picture here: bx24

Pks · Nov 10, 2005

What do you want to know about the R4s? I have a B2400 with R4 tires...

ToolDad · Nov 10, 2005

Interesting that you have one as my dealer does not have them on their price sheet yet (i.e. not available). Must be a regional rollout isse. I want to purchase a set of the R4 tires and rims, but my dealer, as I said, does not have them on his price sheet, thus he cannot order them. Where can I buy them?

jim_wilson · Nov 10, 2005

I don't believe that you can buy a BX24 yet anywhere. There was the annual Kubota dealer meeting just recently and I believe that info was given out to dealers at that meeting. I know there is a BX24 brochure making the rounds ( I have a PDF version) but the tractor itself is not due to show up in dealers for a few more months yet as far as I know. I am sure the dealers will not have price sheets on them until they can actually order them from the factory. There currently is a $500 promotion going on the current gen of BX tractors - probably trying to clear out the inventory to make way for the new models. If it comes down to it you would be able to put the R4 tires from a BX24 onto a BX23/2230.

DannyD · Nov 10, 2005

the tires on the photo you have are BIGGER than the ones on my bx 23, at least on the front. Kind of wish mine had them.

LBrown59 · Nov 10, 2005

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I am primarily interested in the R4 tires/rims it supposedly comes with )

Why the r4s?
The r1s on my BX23 are just fine-wouldn't want anything else instead.

Volfandt · Nov 10, 2005

The R4 tires in the BX24 pic are the same height as the turfs or ag's that come on the BX23/BX22. The difference is in the wheel which is two inches taller, from 8" to 10". So since the overal dimension of the front wheels are the same, the newer wheels should bolt right on up to the BX23/BX22.
I say "should" 'cause I ain't seen it done yet /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

It would seem that the R4's could handle sharp objects better..

Volfandt

73jeep · Nov 10, 2005

I think these new R4s for the BX24 are the same R4s used as an option on JD2210 and new JD 2305.

kcook · Nov 10, 2005

( I keep seeing reference to the BX24, but the Kubota web site does not show any reference to it nor does my dealer have any information. Anybody have infor on this new model, and where did you find it?

I am primarily interested in the R4 tires/rims it supposedly comes with (ref other threads). /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif )

My local dealer did not know anything either! Im also interested in the changes they made in the BX line!!!

KC

ToolDad · Nov 10, 2005

I would think the R4 tread would be less likely to damage the turf, since that is where I spend most of my seat time. True or false? Had any problems with the R1s in this regard?

Also, the taller rim means shorter sidewall, thus a stiffer tire for FEL work. How do the R1's hold up to FEL work? The turfs are kind of spongy.

Mike_C · Nov 11, 2005

I'm glad I have my bx-22, that bx-24 is Ugly!!! I hate the rounded hood and rounded arms on the FEL.

Volfandt · Nov 11, 2005

I've had no problems w/ the Ag's damaging the lawn. The only time I see any kind of indentations is in very wet turf. In normal mowing they don't leave any kind of markings.

As for flex in the Ag's when doing FEL work, I've seen them flex quite a bit with a fully loaded FEL.
I originally wanted the R4's because I'd think they be less likely to get punchured but was told they weren't offered on the BX23, so I went with the Ag's over the turfs.

The Ag's work fine for me and the only reason I'd change over to R4's is when these are worn out, but that said I wouldn't turn down a great deal on a set of R4's mounted on a set of orange rims that'll would fit the BX23 /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Volfandt

ToolDad · Nov 11, 2005

Thanks for the reply. My problem is that I need/want something other than the turfs now, or at least before hard winter comes. I just know that as soon as I purchase the R1s, the R4s will suddenly become available. Decisions, decisions. /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Mike_C · Nov 12, 2005

I've been studying this picture of the bx-24 to see what physical changes they have made since the bx-22. It looks like the pulley covers on the MMM are now plastic instead of metal; I'm not 100% sure but those curves are very indicative. Also they have changed the way the backhoe attaches. Instead of the opening jaw clamps that hold it on, it looks like now there is a pin you have to pull out on each side. Did anyone notice anything else non-cosmetic ?

Mike_C · Nov 12, 2005

Oh yeah, what is that new pedal in the middle of the floorboard?

LBrown59 · Nov 12, 2005

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LBrown59 · Nov 12, 2005

( I'm glad I have my bx-22, that bx-24 is Ugly!!! I hate the rounded hood and rounded arms on the FEL.
)Same here: I hate anything that looks like a blimp on wheels.

DannyD · Nov 12, 2005

Pins would make that very not fun to install, I would think. But you are right, sure looks like it. As for the xtra pedal, one is missing on the left also. Parking brake set pedal or the differential lock. My bet is the diff lock is now behind the hst.