I'm just curious....................

[don716]

I\'m just curious....................

What's some of the differences between the BX models and the compact B7500?? Other than the size. Can the BX do more or is it because it's better to mow with? I'm just wondering since I see alot of postings on the BX models. They look like great little machines
What can the BX do that the 7500 cannot? Maybe that's my question?

 

[surfran]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

For me it is more that the BX gives me everything I want at a few thousand more than a quality lawn & garden machine. I couldn't justify something like a B7500 as my properties are only 3/4 acres each (of course probably can't justify the BX1800 either, but I got the wife to say yes /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif Actually I think she was just paying me back for getting me to say yes.......at least that is what I tell myself)

Anhow, the BX's are less expensive than the B7500 and weigh less. Smaller plays into somes decisions I'm sure as they may be more maneuverable in tight places. I was on the lower end of the scale, and scaling up to the BX was a BIG step.

Bottom line is I think most will agree that go as big as you can afford to and your projects/land will support. For me that was stepping up from something like a JD 4 or 5X series Lawn & Garden Tractor to the very competent BX1800. Of course even that was $3,000 more than my CFO had budgeted me for!! But as I said above I managed to convince her it was worth it. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Heck I even had to have the dealers talk me into a FEL as I started out wanting a front hydraulic angling blade as that is what I knew from my fathers JD425 and JD318 I used so many times. When I talked to the dealers(Kubota ones at least), they said for the cost of the front blade, I could add a few hundred and have a Loader. I said what do I need that for I just want to move snow. They said you can move snow and a lot more! Well I listened after about the 3rd or 4th one told me (momma didn't raise no fools /forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif )

I have really enjoyed the FEL and have used it quite a bit this year moving everything from stone for a drainage ditch to a keg of beer at my pig roast, and I haven't even tried snow yet!!! Of course now I am I will have to still get a back blade or even a front blade. Time will tell, but my snow removal is only about 30x70' so I think I can manage.

Well my wind is finally dying down, so what was the question again??? Oh thats right you were wanting to know what to ask for Christmas.........well if Santa can afford it, I would ask for a B7500...but you can't go wrong with the BX either.

Good luck hunting!

 

[Henro]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

<font color="blue"> What can the BX do that the 7500 cannot? Maybe that's my question?
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The bx mower is a suspended type, whereas the larger tractors have mowers that run on the ground supported by their own wheels when cutting...

The bx is a little smaller...can get between things a larger tractor probably can't...

The ROPS is probably a little lower...get into an existing shed for storage, one that a larger tractor might not, or not as easily?

The BX is a little cheaper...drains your bank account less...

Now if you asked "What can the 7500 do that a BX can't..." you would probably get a lot more answers! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[surfran]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

Don,

I see now that you already have the B7500. Didn't look at your profile before I replied, but I happened to see another of your posts and realized.

I would say the only thing you may be missing is the lighter smaller tractor for mowing, but if your interested, I am sure you could find a BX owner willing to trade..... Just kidding /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif Of course that wouldn't be me as I said above, mine is big enough for my lots.

Enjoy that 7500!

 

[SUPERNUG]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

I had a hard time deciding between the BX22 and the 7500 as I really like the 7500. One reason I chose the BX22 because I thought the suspended mower mounting system would mow better and other members said it was a nice mowing machine and I would be doing a lot of mowing with it. The second reason I chose the BX22 was that I liked the frame mounted TLB unit from the factory as opposed to an add on backhoe I would have gotten with the 7500. The total cost was also less. The bottom line is I made the right choice for me and I love my BX. I do believe I would have been very happy with the 7500 had I gotten it. You would have trouble finding 7500 owners that are not happy with it. /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[gsxr1100]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

BX is good for tight spaces etc. Nice machine. B7500 might give you more ground clearance and digging power etc. Depends on what you want to do with it.

Think about storage space, $$$$, etc.

 

[SethO]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

Henro,

You are right that there will be a lot of answers, but it is arguable whether those answers are right.

If one compares the two tractors on paper there is little to choose between them. However when you compare them physically, one will see the difference in size and may assume that there is a significant difference in ability.

I wonder!!!

SethO

 

[Charliebrn]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

A few things the others forgot to mention:

1. The BX has a lower center of gravity, and that means you can handle mor of a slope while using the tractor. I can mow the ditch in front of my home with the BX just fine, I tried and couldn't with the 7500.

2. Revers air-flow design of the BX is nice when the grass fines end up clogging the intake screen. When this happens, I just lean over and wipe them away. If i had the 7500, I'd have to stop and get off, clean them, get on, restart the mower, etc....

3. Gas tank location. Its a lot easier to lift the 5 gal diesel tank up to the rear fender than it is to lift it over the steering wheel on the 7500.

Just a few...I'm sure there's more. Keep in mind that this doesn't mean the 7500 isn't better suited for more things...like tromping through woods... /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

 

[Henro]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

<font color="blue"> 1. The BX has a lower center of gravity, and that means you can handle mor of a slope while using the tractor. I can mow the ditch in front of my home with the BX just fine, I tried and couldn't with the 7500.
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I am pretty sure the center of gravity of the BX is lower than say the B7500 or larger B series tractors. Almost 100 percent sure.

BUT the BX is also narrower so I am not sure the net result is much, if any different than the larger B series tractors, as far as rolling over on a slope. There is no doubt my B2910 feels more unstable than the BX...but that could just be because I sit higher on the larger tractor.

Since I have not [ and don't intend to] rolled, or almost rolled either tractor, I really don't know how stable either is on a slope. I do know I chicken out pretty easily...I am afraid to cross a 20 degree slope. Or if I do it is at about 0.5 mph...glad I have an HST... /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

Charliebrn, what happened that you could not cut the ditch with the B7500? But could with the BX? Very curious to know the answer. Were the conditions the same both times?

Last fall I was amazed when I was going down a slope I always go down and suddenly I was sliding like on a sheet of ice...and it was just wet grass that decided to teach me a lesson.

Got chains soon after that...now that I think about it...almost time to get those chains back on... /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[TresCrows]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

It is better to mow with, more manuverable and more stable on slopes. The suspended 60 inch MMM is much better than the ground contact type on the 7500. The BX is a great little tractor that is also a great mower. J

 

[Hootie]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

The BX 2200 is nothing short of an awesome mowing machine. Mine has 320 hrs. on it and I just got the 1 year owner questionnaire in the mail. I mow 5 acres and it never ceases to amaze me. I find myself trying to get the maximum 60" on every pass. Keep the blades sharp and she will do the job! /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif

 

[Charliebrn]

Re: I\'m just curious....................

When i first was looking seriously for a tractor, One dealer I had dropped in on had a brother that lives not far from me, so he dropped of a 7500 for me to try for a day. It was a nice tractor for sure, but when I tried to cut my front ditch (lengthwise, someithing I was able to do with my old Cub) it started to roll, the right rear tire actually started to lift off the ground, I went forward and turned into the ditch and up the other side, so I didn't roll it, but it was enough to make me change my shorts. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Anyhow, I am able to do this easily with the BX, under any conditions unless it is extremely wet, and even then, it just slides sideways, not going to roll over at all. I don't think that the 7500 is appreciably wider, since the brochures show minimum tread width narrower on the 7500 by 3 inches. I know the 7500 will adjust out, but not sure how much more, and with it sitting quite a bit higher, I wouldnt ever try one in my ditch again. Like I said, the extra ground clearance of the 7500 would be an advantage in rough terrain, but it's a definate disadvantage on slopes. The original poster asked why anyone would want the BX over the 7500, and I feel this could be a factor....