New BX1860 on order

[James Loehr]

Thanks all.
Well, i was really torn about the 48" mmm vs. 54" mmm and decided the 48" is what I have now. Never have i thought- gee; " I wish i had a bigger deck", although only 6" wider, will fit easier in my shed (next to two classic cars), and WORSE case- OMG- I have to spend 15 minutes longer cutting grass
So, i decided 48" would suit me just fine.

54 deck wheels turn for removal from under the tractor. It makes that job much nicer to do. Had a John Deere 48 that needed to be dragged out from under the tractor,not very handy to work with. I was not going for a loader when buying my BX becouse I have a larger tractor with one but when the dealer packaged it together I went for it. It's my best tool for landscaping projects ect. I know you will love your new BX. Bet you can't wait.

 

[TripleR]

The wider deck makes it easier to cut around obstacles without getting close with the tractor. That's the main advantage, not the time.

Yep, I went from a 48" to 54" and then 60" with less trimming by a second machine decreasing each time. With a 60", my push mower has not been used in years and recently gave it away; not second guessing anyone, just an observation.

 

[MerkurRS]

Hmmm, I think that I may be re-considering the 54" deck now after all. I can think of a few areas where it might be nice being a few more inches away from bushes (especially the raspberries).
Well, I have until Monday to think and call the dealer. The model on the floor had the 54" on it, I don't think they swapped the 48" on since the mulch kit was on order.
Either way, I'll be happy with a new 'bota.

 

[TripleR]

Hmmm, I think that I may be re-considering the 54" deck now after all. I can think of a few areas where it might be nice being a few more inches away from bushes (especially the raspberries).
Well, I have until Monday to think and call the dealer. The model on the floor had the 54" on it, I don't think they swapped the 48" on since the mulch kit was on order.
Either way, I'll be happy with a new 'bota.

With a 54" you will get fewer scratches on you and your tractors for sure and don't really see an up side to the 48" unless you have gates a 54" won't fit through.

 

[bcal2]

With a 54" you will get fewer scratches on you and your tractors for sure and don't really see an up side to the 48" unless you have gates a 54" won't fit through.

I just picked up my 1860 with a 54 inch deck 3/12/10 and I was tickled inside out, mainly because this is my first tractor. I shopped about a 100 mile radius and my local dealer had the best price and frankly were some great folks. I could use some advice about a disk harrow. The dealer says he'll have to weld some pin hole in order to fit the 3 pt hitch. I also was wondering how heavy a harrow I should get for the 1860? My yard has some decent slopes but it holds quite well. I think I made a good choice.

 

[MerkurRS]

Yes, I changed the deck to a 54" fine cut with mulching kit. It'll take a few extra days for the deck to get here, not a problem as there is NO snow and NO grass to cut.:laughing:

 

[bp fick]

I just picked up my 1860 with a 54 inch deck 3/12/10 and I was tickled inside out, mainly because this is my first tractor. I shopped about a 100 mile radius and my local dealer had the best price and frankly were some great folks. I could use some advice about a disk harrow. The dealer says he'll have to weld some pin hole in order to fit the 3 pt hitch. I also was wondering how heavy a harrow I should get for the 1860? My yard has some decent slopes but it holds quite well. I think I made a good choice.

Those "small" disks can be brutally heavy. I have been searching/studying them for over 6 months. I would be very cautious about size and weight. FWIW

 

[JayStank]

OK, so I have always wanted a Kubota, who hasn't?

Last week I stopped in a local dealer "just to look". Got a price and ok, they have 60 months 0% too. I like 0%!
Still just looking.....
I wondered, " if i cleaned up my old tractor (1992 520H) and got a good price, i could use that as down money and finance the rest (small $$left)".
Still considering.....
Last weekend I detailed my 520H and put it on a WH forum and it sold in 4 days.
Oops, I still hadn't made up my mind....
Did I mention I forgot to run all this past my wife?
She gave me the OK last night and I bought one today.
I emailed Barlows and received a great price, but coupled with about $400+ in fuel and 11 hour trip (each way) I decided the extra $500 was well spent buying local.

Soon to own: 2010 BX1860, FEL, 48"MMM (fine for me- 2 acres), weight box, grill guard and mulch kit for $12,500 and free delivery.:thumbsup:

I am also looking to buy a bx1860 and went to my local dealer, was you price of $12,500 including taxes and other fees? I was quoted $12,900 plus taxes - for bx 1860, fel, grill guard, 54" mmm, and tire ballast, and the out the door price would be $13,843.60 after taxes. I live near Pittsburgh so I would guess our prices should be similar. Does anyone think this is a good price or can i get it down further?

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

I am also looking to buy a bx1860 and went to my local dealer, was you price of $12,500 including taxes and other fees? I was quoted $12,900 plus taxes - for bx 1860, fel, grill guard, 54" mmm, and tire ballast, and the out the door price would be $13,843.60 after taxes. I live near Pittsburgh so I would guess our prices should be similar. Does anyone think this is a good price or can i get it down further?

Did you contact Barlows to check their price?

 

[JOHNTHOMAS]

Those "small" disks can be brutally heavy. I have been searching/studying them for over 6 months. I would be very cautious about size and weight. FWIW

So what have you come up with on the disc harrow?I've decided I want/need a 60" 16 blades with 16" blades around 500-525 lbs. So far pricing has been from $550 to $700 but haven't been to Barlows yet. Will go there tomorrow or Thursday. What am I not entering into my decision making process?