Not Again! BX2200 vs B7500
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TresCrows
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JudeK, I am happy to hear you took the leap, your wife liked the BX best didn't she? I hope you guys will enjoy it. For something to think about I put 12 hours on my BX this weekend--moved 30 tons of soil, moved about 10 tons of hard clay from my reserve pile, moved 5 tons of rock, mowed my 6 acres and 2 of my neighbors where the grass (weeds) was to tall for his Crapman, moved 5 tons of diesel contaminated soil for him and then graded it into a eroded ditch with my boxscraper and then smoothed it, graded the area beside my driveway after puting out some of my soil there, drug my Furest tine harrow to prep a seed bed and then sowed using my Heard PTO spreader 250 lbs of variously alfalfa/clover/fescue overseeding and --YEP--I have two 2000 lbs. boulders for my rock garden and I surely intend to move them into position with the BX despite the nay-sayers when I am ready for them. Now it is your turn to have some fun. J
richfromPA
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hey judek,
i just got my bx2200 friday the 6th and have 14 hours on it already. it has done everything i expected even more, like cut the invisible fence wire in 4 places. it has dug down in the dirt nice, pulled out a tree stump and the root ball and cage, dug and hauled and spread stone and mowed. i think you would be happy with a bx unless you have plenty of money, then go with the b2410. the b7500 i think isnt much more than the bx. not certainly worth 2000 more. thats alot of inplements and rental money for the big stuff.
rich
i just got my bx2200 friday the 6th and have 14 hours on it already. it has done everything i expected even more, like cut the invisible fence wire in 4 places. it has dug down in the dirt nice, pulled out a tree stump and the root ball and cage, dug and hauled and spread stone and mowed. i think you would be happy with a bx unless you have plenty of money, then go with the b2410. the b7500 i think isnt much more than the bx. not certainly worth 2000 more. thats alot of inplements and rental money for the big stuff.
rich
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Hey Jude,
I think you'll be very happy with the BX2200. Got mine w/ FEL & 60" mower in January after staring very hard and even bidding on iron as big as a B2400. The biggest plus is that my wife isn't afraid of the BX2200 and even likes using it. Of course it's a slower going at the heavy work than a B2400 would be, but there is very little it won't do given will and a little imagination.
Here is my list of major feature diffs.
Model - Gross/PTO horsepower, Steering/Position, Weight,
Lift/Lift@24", Pump Capacity. Tach
BX2200 - 22/16.7hp, PS/DC, 1300lb, 1210/680lb, 5.5gpm, Notach
B7500 - 24/16hp, PS/DC, 1367lb, 1356/1058lb, 7.0gpm, Tach
The BX2200 engine hp rating is a bit on the high side since it is rated at a higher RPM, but as you can see there is only only a little difference in HP & PTO HP. The big differences are in the implement lift and the +27% hydraulic capacity (which translates to hydraulic HP). Of course there's 6" vs 11" roughly of ground clearance.
So far the BX has been all I've expected and it's fun to use too. The FEL is easy to use and powerful enough to roll 8' by 30" oak logs where I want 'em and to carry loaders full of hardwood and unweighed stone. I've had no trouble moving other downed trees into piles with the dragbar.
The FEL bucket works well enough for my needs removing snow from 150ft of smooth driveway and the end of a street, but you'd want a blade or blower for more extensive snow use (too much lifting & dumping w/ the FEL).
I would like to hear about GlueGuy's stump removal technique too.
I think you'll be very happy with the BX2200. Got mine w/ FEL & 60" mower in January after staring very hard and even bidding on iron as big as a B2400. The biggest plus is that my wife isn't afraid of the BX2200 and even likes using it. Of course it's a slower going at the heavy work than a B2400 would be, but there is very little it won't do given will and a little imagination.
Here is my list of major feature diffs.
Model - Gross/PTO horsepower, Steering/Position, Weight,
Lift/Lift@24", Pump Capacity. Tach
BX2200 - 22/16.7hp, PS/DC, 1300lb, 1210/680lb, 5.5gpm, Notach
B7500 - 24/16hp, PS/DC, 1367lb, 1356/1058lb, 7.0gpm, Tach
The BX2200 engine hp rating is a bit on the high side since it is rated at a higher RPM, but as you can see there is only only a little difference in HP & PTO HP. The big differences are in the implement lift and the +27% hydraulic capacity (which translates to hydraulic HP). Of course there's 6" vs 11" roughly of ground clearance.
So far the BX has been all I've expected and it's fun to use too. The FEL is easy to use and powerful enough to roll 8' by 30" oak logs where I want 'em and to carry loaders full of hardwood and unweighed stone. I've had no trouble moving other downed trees into piles with the dragbar.
The FEL bucket works well enough for my needs removing snow from 150ft of smooth driveway and the end of a street, but you'd want a blade or blower for more extensive snow use (too much lifting & dumping w/ the FEL).
I would like to hear about GlueGuy's stump removal technique too.
Charliebrn
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One advantage of the BX..
Just for fun, my wife took this as she was playing with the new camera, but it is an example of how stable the BX is on a hill. The picture is deceiving in that it doesn't look as steep as it feels, but when the dealer let me try a B7500, it was obviously going to tip, and I'd have to get this ditchbank head-on if I were to by that model. The BX feels just fine, with only maybe a little slip involved.
Now, of course, I don't recommend anyone do this with their BX, I'm sure I'm outside of Kubota's recommendation, but still I do it (with seat belt on, of course). /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif
Just for fun, my wife took this as she was playing with the new camera, but it is an example of how stable the BX is on a hill. The picture is deceiving in that it doesn't look as steep as it feels, but when the dealer let me try a B7500, it was obviously going to tip, and I'd have to get this ditchbank head-on if I were to by that model. The BX feels just fine, with only maybe a little slip involved.
Now, of course, I don't recommend anyone do this with their BX, I'm sure I'm outside of Kubota's recommendation, but still I do it (with seat belt on, of course). /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif
Roy
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Can't get to the pix. /w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif
Roy
Can't get to the pix. /w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif
Roy
Charliebrn
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Kay guys, trying it again...
Kay guys, trying it again...
Charliebrn
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Obviously, Muhammed is having some issues with the posting of attachments on the new server. I'll try again after he's had some time to work them out.
Obviously, Muhammed is having some issues with the posting of attachments on the new server. I'll try again after he's had some time to work them out.
Re: One advantage of the BX..
I finally have my new BX2200 and, after only 5 hours use, can't believe what I've accomplished!
At this rate, I'm going to have all my (and my wife's) projects done by mid-summer!
Thanks again to everyone - your collective knowledge has really been and will continue to be a great asset! Hopefully, after a few more hours on the BX, I'll be able to give some good "advice" on this machine and its proper use.
I finally have my new BX2200 and, after only 5 hours use, can't believe what I've accomplished!
At this rate, I'm going to have all my (and my wife's) projects done by mid-summer!
Thanks again to everyone - your collective knowledge has really been and will continue to be a great asset! Hopefully, after a few more hours on the BX, I'll be able to give some good "advice" on this machine and its proper use.
DaveNH
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
CharlieBrn,
Can you try uploading that BX picture one more time?
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CharlieBrn,
Can you try uploading that BX picture one more time?
We're all in this together! (3)
Executive Ex-Yuppie Tractor Owner
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Charliebrn
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Just for fun, my wife took this as she was playing with the new camera, but it is an example of how stable the BX is on a hill. The picture is deceiving in that it doesn't look as steep as it feels, but when the dealer let me try a B7500, it was obviously going to tip, and I'd have to get this ditchbank head-on if I were to by that model. The BX feels just fine, with only maybe a little slip involved.
Now, of course, I don't recommend anyone do this with their BX, I'm sure I'm outside of Kubota's recommendation, but still I do it (with seat belt on, of course)
Just for fun, my wife took this as she was playing with the new camera, but it is an example of how stable the BX is on a hill. The picture is deceiving in that it doesn't look as steep as it feels, but when the dealer let me try a B7500, it was obviously going to tip, and I'd have to get this ditchbank head-on if I were to by that model. The BX feels just fine, with only maybe a little slip involved.
Now, of course, I don't recommend anyone do this with their BX, I'm sure I'm outside of Kubota's recommendation, but still I do it (with seat belt on, of course)
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TresCrows
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Dave your picture is exactly one of the reasons I got the BX instead of the 7500. When I demoed the slightly used 7500 on my ditch, canal and lagoon and several other areas it felt very tippy even before I got onto the main part of the incline--the BX goes right in there and get the job done with or without the loader. I have one place that is a bit steeper than your ditch and deeper too--no way a higher center tractor could get in there. We give a little ground clearance to get a more stable tractor that is true but when guys like me and you tell people the BX really is more stable on hillsides and inclines, usefully so, it is not just hype on our part--it is a fact. Maybe someday after I finish my next airplane I will get a 2900 big wheel tractor to go with my BX small wheel tractor. I guess Kubota recognized the need for a small home owner tractor that is very stable, a place for everything, not better but different for different needs. J
Dave your picture is exactly one of the reasons I got the BX instead of the 7500. When I demoed the slightly used 7500 on my ditch, canal and lagoon and several other areas it felt very tippy even before I got onto the main part of the incline--the BX goes right in there and get the job done with or without the loader. I have one place that is a bit steeper than your ditch and deeper too--no way a higher center tractor could get in there. We give a little ground clearance to get a more stable tractor that is true but when guys like me and you tell people the BX really is more stable on hillsides and inclines, usefully so, it is not just hype on our part--it is a fact. Maybe someday after I finish my next airplane I will get a 2900 big wheel tractor to go with my BX small wheel tractor. I guess Kubota recognized the need for a small home owner tractor that is very stable, a place for everything, not better but different for different needs. J
Charliebrn
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Actually, my first name is Scott, but your comments are well received and right on the money. The pic by my wife doesn't show an even steeperslope i have on the other side. that one makes me nervous, but the BX handles it just fine, with a little wheel slip perhaps if the grass is a bit wet.
As I said, i demoed a 7500. Just going into this area of the ditch, I started to tip, the right rear going off the ground before turning straight down to save the damage and embarrasment of rolling it. (another good reason to wear seat belts)
After everyone laughed at seeing my BX "garden tractor" as they called it, my neighbors and family are just in awe of what I've done with that little BX..they are used to my fathers L2900 getting jobs done, and here I am, doing 90% of what he did, maybe just a little slower. No more laughing on their part! And not only that, I can also mow my grass without ruts in the lawn. My father had to buy a ZTR for that....
Scott
Actually, my first name is Scott, but your comments are well received and right on the money. The pic by my wife doesn't show an even steeperslope i have on the other side. that one makes me nervous, but the BX handles it just fine, with a little wheel slip perhaps if the grass is a bit wet.
As I said, i demoed a 7500. Just going into this area of the ditch, I started to tip, the right rear going off the ground before turning straight down to save the damage and embarrasment of rolling it. (another good reason to wear seat belts)
After everyone laughed at seeing my BX "garden tractor" as they called it, my neighbors and family are just in awe of what I've done with that little BX..they are used to my fathers L2900 getting jobs done, and here I am, doing 90% of what he did, maybe just a little slower. No more laughing on their part! And not only that, I can also mow my grass without ruts in the lawn. My father had to buy a ZTR for that....
Scott
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
<font color=blue>Maybe someday after I finish my next airplane</font color=blue>
Hey 3 Crows! You a homebuilder too? Whatcha building (I have a Long-EZ that I finished in 1989)?
The GlueGuy
<font color=blue>Maybe someday after I finish my next airplane</font color=blue>
Hey 3 Crows! You a homebuilder too? Whatcha building (I have a Long-EZ that I finished in 1989)?
The GlueGuy
TresCrows
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Yes, Glueguy I am. I have a Kitfox I completed in 96, I recently sold my 90% complete RV4 cuz the wife said she wanted to sit beside me instead of behind me, this after about 10 yrs of labor, will be sending Van's a big check soon for the new RV7A. Sorry for the non tractor post and yes I had noted your aviation interest, flew an EZE once--very nice machines, you still have it?. In fact, this Kubota infatuation has become an unsatisfactory distraction from the only thing in life really worth doing--flying airplanes. J
Yes, Glueguy I am. I have a Kitfox I completed in 96, I recently sold my 90% complete RV4 cuz the wife said she wanted to sit beside me instead of behind me, this after about 10 yrs of labor, will be sending Van's a big check soon for the new RV7A. Sorry for the non tractor post and yes I had noted your aviation interest, flew an EZE once--very nice machines, you still have it?. In fact, this Kubota infatuation has become an unsatisfactory distraction from the only thing in life really worth doing--flying airplanes. J
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Scott (AKA CharlieBrn)
Thanks for reposting the picture.
Approximately what is the grade of the slope in your picture?
Looks steep to me. Guess you have a little more guts than me as I don't think I would have ever even tried that! /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif
Noticed you have turf tires, do you think ags would hold any better?
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Scott (AKA CharlieBrn)
Thanks for reposting the picture.
Approximately what is the grade of the slope in your picture?
Looks steep to me. Guess you have a little more guts than me as I don't think I would have ever even tried that! /w3tcompact/icons/smile.gif
Noticed you have turf tires, do you think ags would hold any better?
We're all in this together! (3)
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Charliebrn
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
Not sure the degree of the slope, I'll check it when I get home. As far as the ags, I'm sure they would hold better than the turfs, but the turfs hold this slope just fine! It's a bit steeper on the other side, and even then the turfs hold ok. If i were to go steeper, maybe the ags would hold better, but what good would the ags be if i rolled the tractor? /w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif
Yesterday I put on the box blade, dropped the scarifiers and removed a lot of clay hills out back that were giving me trouble mowing...enough clay that it filled my box up and bubbled over the sides and back! All this with turfs! I can't see the advantages for me to switch to ags...the turfs have done everything I've asked for and more...without tearing up my turf.
Scott
Not sure the degree of the slope, I'll check it when I get home. As far as the ags, I'm sure they would hold better than the turfs, but the turfs hold this slope just fine! It's a bit steeper on the other side, and even then the turfs hold ok. If i were to go steeper, maybe the ags would hold better, but what good would the ags be if i rolled the tractor? /w3tcompact/icons/laugh.gif
Yesterday I put on the box blade, dropped the scarifiers and removed a lot of clay hills out back that were giving me trouble mowing...enough clay that it filled my box up and bubbled over the sides and back! All this with turfs! I can't see the advantages for me to switch to ags...the turfs have done everything I've asked for and more...without tearing up my turf.
Scott
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Re: One advantage of the BX..
TesCrows,
Yes, I still have the EZ. Have flown it just about everywhere, but like you, the tractor gig is seriously cutting into air time... /w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif. Here's a pic of me in the EZ over the Pacific Ocean near Pigeon Point (roughly 1/2 way between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz).
Sorry to others for the diversion /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif. I can move this to off-topic if it gets out of hand....
The GlueGuy
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TesCrows,
Yes, I still have the EZ. Have flown it just about everywhere, but like you, the tractor gig is seriously cutting into air time... /w3tcompact/icons/frown.gif. Here's a pic of me in the EZ over the Pacific Ocean near Pigeon Point (roughly 1/2 way between Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz).
Sorry to others for the diversion /w3tcompact/icons/crazy.gif. I can move this to off-topic if it gets out of hand....
The GlueGuy
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