New B2650 Owner

[Huskerfan]

Thanks for the advice, I've ordered the 60 inch bucket with turf tires and a 72 inch MMM deck. How much weight did you add in rimguard ballast? Do you mow with yours? If so, does the extra weight compact the turf?

 

[check 6]

I went from a BX 25 to a B 2920 and have never looked back The power and higher ground clearance of the B 2920 makes all the difference. I have added work lights, a 12 volt take off for the electric motor on my sprayer and a rear looking camera ( easier on my back and neck then always turning around to see how the plugger is running. Next mod will be a more supportive and suspended seat. I have the quick disconnect 54" bucket with the pallet fork option. The tractor does everything I need it to do

 

[XSFMED18D]

Tom,
I've been looking at a used B3300 and a new B2650. One is obviously a cash transaction vs 0% financing. How do you think your 2650 compares to your old 3300? Power, comfort etc?

Thanks!
John

 

[Huskerfan]

Tom,
I've been looking at a used B3300 and a new B2650. One is obviously a cash transaction vs 0% financing. How do you think your 2650 compares to your old 3300? Power, comfort etc?

Thanks!
John

Can't comment on the B3300 but after 14 years of a BX2200, traded it and implements yesterday for a B2650 HSTC, turf tires, 60" quick change bucket, pallet bucket and 72 in MMM. Mowed today in ac comfort. FEL hydraulics, engine and hydrostatic seem very smooth, and powerful. Going from a BX to a B is a big step up for me but going from a B3300 to a B2650 should still allow you to appreciate the well thought out operator ergonomics like dual brakes on left, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, accessory outlet, upgrades on 3 pt hitch etc, and 3 range hst. Are you considering the cab model?

 

[XSFMED18D]

Considering the ROPS model. I've had the opportunity to buy a used 3300SU and new 3350su but really like the 2650 and its more deluxe features. Plus I had read about the 3300's 4 cyl engine being rough and regen issues with the 3350.
I wish the incentives were as strong as they are for the L2501, which has a $1300 CIR and I think a $1500 multi implement rebate. For the 2650, If you finance at 0% you dont get a CIR and the implement discount is $500. I only have 5 acres, which are wooded so I think the 2650 is about as big as I should go.

 

[Huskerfan]

For me with 2 acres, lawn and wooded, the 2650 is bigger than needed, but the cab was the key.

 

[vacman]

The 2650 has been a great tractor for me so far. I'm pretty sure the big advantage over the B3300 is the position control of the three point. The previous generation used the quarter inching valve. I think the SU configuration also does away with the mid pto which would be a consideration if you are going to want the mid mower.
FWIW, I have about the same property you describe but maybe not as wooded. I strongly considered the 2601 as well which I know would have been enough tractor. It might even be a little maneuverable in the woods. Just food for thought.
As to incentives a) I don't if you've checked in the last few days, but Kubota changes those quarterly and the 2nd qtr just ended so possibly they are better now and b) the incentives were better last fall so that might possibly be a better time to buy if you can wait.

Good luck.
John

 

[check 6]

I went from a BX 25 to a B 2920 and have never looked back The power and higher ground clearance of the B 2920 makes all the difference. I have added work lights, a 12 volt take off for the electric motor on my sprayer and a rear looking camera ( easier on my back and neck then always turning around to see how the plugger is running. Next mod will be a more supportive and suspended seat. I have the quick disconnect 54" bucket with the pallet fork option. The tractor does everything I need it to do

Well, I need to amend my last post. As you know it gets hot and dusty here in Texas and I'm getting older so this past week I made a decision and I'm trading in my B 2920 which has served me well ... a great tractor that does all I ask of it, on a B 2650 WITH A CAB . Yes it is warm as in heat index above 105 this month. The dealer will install the pigtail and switch for my sprayer and the power cable for my rear view camera which I am transferring from my B 2920. The main reason i chose the B 2650 over the B3350 is the 2650 does not have all the pollution devices the 3350 is required to have. While losing three Hp I gain a hydraulic system that provides more power to the front bucket and three point hitch PLUS climate control YEA . I am getting a 60" middle mower with the B2650 as a back up for my ten year old and still faithful ZD1800 mower. I should take deliver this week

 

[Huskerfan]

Great choice! Stay cool!