JD 3-bag power flow bagger

[ArkCivEngr]

I'd really like to have one of these for the X495, so I popped into Deere's confuserator--uh, configurator--to check out the price. It lists the power flow bagger itself for $755, which wouldn't be too bad. But down under "Accessories" it shows a "High Performance Blower Assembly for 62C mower" for another $428.

I thought the blower was included as part of the collection system. Is it? /forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif

Also, what sort of safeguards (if any) does this thing have to protect from the occasional stick or gravel? Or do I have to have an Augusta National-type lawn to have one?

 

[hhw]

Hi,

I have the two bag power-flo system on my 445/54". As I recall, the "kit" without the high performance option, which is what I have, utilizes the outside pulley for the blower belt.

The high perfromance option uses a seperate blower motor. I don't believe you use both, you get one or the other. I could be wrong on this, but this is how it was explained to me.

Regarding how well the unit works I can only attest to the basice unit like I have. I have run the thing since 2000. It has always worked well for me. The only time I plugged it was when I was cutting some thick wet clover. Other than that I have run it hard and at times neglected the maintenance side, but it keeps on ticking!

It can be a little "cumbersome" if you frequently dettach/attach, but it is not terrible. The only option I saw that I thought was better was the hydraulic dump hopper system. It is a fair amount more $$$, and I just don't bag enough to justify it. Hope this helps.

 

[Dirtboy]

Hello, I just bought A JD X485 w/ 3 bushel power flow system today. I cant wait to try it out this fall. The cost for the collection system was $1150.

Adios Mike

 

[RICK SPAIN]

where did you find bagger. do they have baggers for 757 zero turns. thanks.

 

[tdurham]

Hello, I just bought A JD X485 w/ 3 bushel power flow system today. I cant wait to try it out this fall. The cost for the collection system was $1150.

Adios Mike

Mike,
Are you still using the Powerflow with your X485? I have had an X485 for a number of years now but looking for an effective way to get my leaves up :0 I don't want to spend a ton of money and thought I could find a used Powerflow system. I mulch when cutting grass (54c deck) and would only use this in the fall for leaves.

Thanks,
Tim