Comparison BX2680 vs 1025R

[gocards1177]

Wow it's been a long time since I've posted! So I've got my better half on board with the idea of upgrading from our x300 for mowing - all the way to a subcompact. I like the idea of having a diesel, 4wd, rops mower that can do other tasks around the house and garden like a smaller loader than what's on my bigger tractor, tilling, etc.

I like both the Deere and Kubota dealers, I have purchases with both previously, and they're both near me. Up until today I was sold on the 1025R and was about to pull the trigger but we happened to be driving by the Kubota dealer and I stopped and noticed they had a BX2680. Both my wife and I drove it and liked it. The quick detach for the loader and deck was slick. I need to go back and drive the 1025R again but I liked the controls and operators station on the BX better.

As for prices they're very similar. The 1025R with H120 loader and 60 inch deck is 16700 plus the frontier RT1149 for 1800.

The BX2680 with 334 loader and 60 inch deck is 16350 plus a land pride tiller for 2000.

The two things worrying me about the BX are both somewhat minor. First off I dislike buying the first version of something. I like for things to be out a while, prove themselves, and get the kinks worked out. Secondly the front guard looks silly and feels flimsy. I suppose it might grow on me. I doubt I'm the only one that feels this way so maybe a third party will come out with a replacement?

Otherwise there's things I like and dislike about each. But I did prefer the BX's operator station and feel.

PS no I'm only interested in Deere or Kubota thanks.

PPD no I don't plan on getting a BH. As much fun as getting the BX23S would be I can rent a mini ex locally twenty times for the price difference of a BH

 

[CADplans]

Otherwise there's things I like and dislike about each. But I did prefer the BX's operator station and feel.

Which HST pedal did you prefer?

I can only use the JD,, as I have a large shoe size,,,
unless the pedal has been changed on the newer Kubota??

 

[gocards1177]

I can't remember what the pedal was like on my L3800 but I don't think it was like the BX's today. I think maybe they both have a treadle pedal but the BX's is mostly below the deck. I honesty didn't have a preference. The 1025Rs is like my x300 and is slightly more ergonomic. The BX's though is more intuitive. I have to admit sometimes on my x300 I would briefly hit the wrong direction pedal.

 

[dodge man]

They have been making BX's for a lot of years. Each new model usually just has a few changes.

 

[dragoneggs]

Difficult to compare other than to get seat time in both, or at least drive both around the dealer lot and get a good idea on controls. I'm 6'2" and found the BX platform better fit for me than the JD. I have the BX25D but I'm not set on color.

Yes the BH is a luxury and I have no regrets. That said, you better have lots of digging in your future to make it pay off because as you mentioned, one can rent more than a few mini ex's to cover the cost difference. Not so convenient though and that is an understatement. You won't rent one to do little projects that take 15 min. You will get more far more seat time in a BX w/BH than in a rented mini ex. Definitely not trying to sell you on a BH though. Have fun shopping!

 

[Tractorable]

Why not just keep the X300 for mowing the lawn and get the 1025R or BX for bigger tasks? That's the setup my neighbor has and it works well for his 6 acres.

I have an X590 that I use for around the house and I plan on getting a 40-50hp CUT for mowing pastures, maintenance of my 1/3mi gravel driveway, and snow removal.

Good luck on your decision.

 

[s219]

The two things worrying me about the BX are both somewhat minor. First off I dislike buying the first version of something. I like for things to be out a while, prove themselves, and get the kinks worked out.

The BX '80 models are just a "refresh" really -- the core stuff has been around and has been well tested by time. I bet if we did a poll, the BX might be the top owned tractor here on TBN. Surely it's the most popular subcompact on TBN. Seems like half the posters here have one!

 

[gocards1177]

They have been making BX's for a lot of years. Each new model usually just has a few changes.

True true. Like I said it's probably a silly concern being a new model.

 

[gocards1177]

Difficult to compare other than to get seat time in both, or at least drive both around the dealer lot and get a good idea on controls. I'm 6'2" and found the BX platform better fit for me than the JD. I have the BX25D but I'm not set on color.

Yes the BH is a luxury and I have no regrets. That said, you better have lots of digging in your future to make it pay off because as you mentioned, one can rent more than a few mini ex's to cover the cost difference. Not so convenient though and that is an understatement. You won't rent one to do little projects that take 15 min. You will get more far more seat time in a BX w/BH than in a rented mini ex. Definitely not trying to sell you on a BH though. Have fun shopping!

I think Iliked the BXs operator station best. It just felt more open. I'll be back from our trip later this week. The two dealers are 15 minutes from one another. I'll try driving them one right after the other for comparison.

 

[gocards1177]

Why not just keep the X300 for mowing the lawn and get the 1025R or BX for bigger tasks? That's the setup my neighbor has and it works well for his 6 acres.

I have an X590 that I use for around the house and I plan on getting a 40-50hp CUT for mowing pastures, maintenance of my 1/3mi gravel driveway, and snow removal.

Good luck on your decision.

Thanks and yes we were thinking the same - at least this season. Depending on how the SCUT handles the mowing jobs we can either keep it or I'd sell it myself this time next year. It's only got 110 hours on it and really has been a nice machine. It's just small and doesn't have locking diff.