High/Low Observation

[TheFlatlander]

I tend to use low range more than high only because of the abrupt reverse stop "feature" on my 50 series tractor.

Bummer...Mowing generally requires many direction changes and that would be annoying.

 

[Volfandt]

Hi range and 2wd atleast 90% of the time. That 90% is spent finish mowing sans the FEL & BH. The BX23 is as nimble as a premium GT configured like that

Serious digging usually gets 4wd and Lo.

Generally the engine and HST will let you know whether you can stay in Hi or need to shift to Lo. On the flip side the terrain will dictate operation in 2wd or 4wd.
I prefer to use 4wd only as needed as it effects manuverability but YUMV.....

Just pay attention to the signs, the tractor and Mother nature will let you know what they want

 

[TheFlatlander]

High range for most anything-Mowing, transport, loader, York raking, and definitely snow plowing. These tractors aren't really that fast in high range. Turn the RPMs up like its designed and I cut grass as fast as I can maneuver in high range. That is the reason that these BX's are rated at the HP at a higher rpm than the larger tractors. they like the RPM's to get to the optimum blade speed when cutting. These were designed first to cut grass and than to do other tasks. As for snow plowing, I wish that the high range would move even faster.

Now for the low range, this is very useful for aggressive ground engagement and when pulling on very heavy objects. Its really nice to have this as an option. Truthfully the BX series tractor is very overpowered and can perform many tasks for the size of the platform

 

[timswi]

Never tried mowing in high, would think it would leave some standing grass. I'm in low most of the time, unless running from job to job around the property, or running it down the hard road to remove the Great Dane residue from the tires, that's high range, high RPM

Low & 4wd for FEL work always.

 

[Deano]

I tend to use low range more than high only because of the abrupt reverse stop "feature" on my 50 series tractor.

Holy crap Tod, you are going to get the whole crowd going on that subject again!!!:

I use whatever the job dictates, or if I am in a hurry or not!!

Deano

 

[mswlogo]

I used high on BX24 when running a box blade. It did make me concerned I was over working transmission though. I could smell something when I ran in high. I was told this is warm oil smell coming out the vent and it was not hurting anything.

Should have my gear drive B2320 tomorrow to take over with 9 speeds and a gas peddal, should be interesting.

 

[thavil]

Holy crap Tod, you are going to get the whole crowd going on that subject again!!!:

I use whatever the job dictates, or if I am in a hurry or not!!

Deano

Not wanting to bring that up again at all! Just wanted to chime in why I use low range mainly instead of high range. The "feature" dictates my way of operating the tractor!!

 

[megaboz]

I've tried to use high range when cutting grass, but with the pedal matted to the floor it is too fast. Lo range is a little slow, but at least I can keep the pedal on the floor and have my leg nice and stretched out. The way these things bounce on the bumps, well, I would prefer to keep my kidneys a little longer and it is a harder to regulate the speed when bouncing up and down on rough to terrain. Thank god for the seat belt or I would've been thrown off the tractor already.

Also, I noticed when in high, when taking off can be a bit too quick with certain conditions, so low gives a little slower throttle response and keeps the butt clinching down to a respectable level.

The biggest problem I have with the dang thing in HI is that the hills I have to go up are too steep and I end up going as fast as when I am in low, and that is if I can make it up the hill.

I think that most people will drive the tractor at the speed that best suits their need and what they feel is safe, so for some it is low and some it is in high. I also don't think bouncy through rough or even semi rough terrain in high is all that good on the axles, let alone your own body.

Oh well, that is my opinion, Low usually gets my job done.

 

[DavidAubke]

I only use high for transport. All work is done in low.

I mow about 4 acres in low range with a bush hog. I only make half-width passes so I get a better cut and don't leave rows of clumped clippings. It takes forever but I love it. It's one of my favorite pastimes.

I agree with megaboz. I tried high range but the bumps just beat the snot out of me and my tractor. I don't like having to modulate the throttle.. just put the pedal down and set the cruise lock.

I was out just last evening as the sun was setting. A fog settled in as the full moon rose and lightning bugs started coming out. I got to enjoy it all because my eyeballs weren't shaking out of their sockets as I cruised around the field.

 

[Volfandt]

I only use high for transport. All work is done in low.

I mow about 4 acres in low range with a bush hog. I only make half-width passes so I get a better cut and don't leave rows of clumped clippings. It takes forever but I love it. It's one of my favorite pastimes.

Ultimately, this is what counts the most
(Even tho I arrive at the same results in Hi)