options for BX2200 front blade

[Builder]

Just got my used BX2200. So far so good. I have the loader valve & 60" MMM.
First attachment I'd like to look into is a power angling front mount blade-something that can push gravel & light piles of dirt around, maybe some snow as well.

What do they cost new from Kubota? Are there other brands that fit?

 

[Verticaltrx]

Just got my used BX2200. So far so good. I have the loader valve & 60" MMM.
First attachment I'd like to look into is a power angling front mount blade-something that can push gravel & light piles of dirt around, maybe some snow as well.

What do they cost new from Kubota? Are there other brands that fit?

I think the 60" blade for the Bx series is about $1400 and the sub frame is around $600. I've been looking at the 60" blade for my B3200, and they are about $2600 :confused2:

I've also found that dealers really aren't willing to negotiate much on the price of attachments, not like they would with a tractor. I can't get any dealers to come much below list price.

 

[Builder]

WOW! Thats ridiculous. :laughing:

Looks like I'll have to keep an eye on CL.

 

[aczlan]

WOW! Thats ridiculous. :laughing:
Looks like I'll have to keep an eye on CL.

Also look for Deere, Massey and (larger) Cub Cadet plows on CL. It wouldn't be overly difficult to adapt a power angle plow made by one of them to a BX2200. I can send pictures and measurements of the Kubota mounting system for the BX2660 (which is the same IIRC) if you need them.

Aaron Z

 

[CHDinCT]

Builder, Kubota does offer a 54" lighter duty front blade, which is fine for snow and probably moving loose material. However, it comes with hydraulic lift only, no hydraulic angle. Price is somewhere a bit north of $1K I believe and uses the same quick hitch as the 60" blade and front snowblowers.

I picked up a 54" blade slightly used from Messicks and a new quick hitch, then added the hydraulic angling by having mounting tabs welded to the hitch and plow frame. Cost me around $175 with paying for the welding. If you can weld yourself, you could do it for less. Here's a few pics.

 

[Builder]

So if I understand you, the 54" blade is light duty non-power angling and the 60" blade is heavy duty and power angling?

 

[CHDinCT]

So if I understand you, the 54" blade is light duty non-power angling and the 60" blade is heavy duty and power angling?

Yes, but like I said the 54" is fine for snow and loose material and hydro angling can be added aftermarket. I got the idea from another member here at TBN. Another option would be to buy the quick hitch and adapt a used truck plow blade to fit it.

 

[keyman1808]

Last year I think Barlows quoted me 1800.00 for the 60 inch with hitch delivered here to Mass. I would check with them. Also CL in New Hampshire is a good start. Usually some there about this time of year.

 

[bp fick]

Kubota Tractor BX2763 60

$300 less than what i sold mine for last February. These are rare and do NOT depreciate. FWIW

This sounds high, but if gotten for another $100 off, it would be a good buy, believe it or not.

 

[Builder]

Kubota Tractor BX2763 60

$300 less than what i sold mine for last February. These are rare and do NOT depreciate. FWIW

This sounds high, but if gotten for another $100 off, it would be a good buy, believe it or not.

So at $1,500 a good buy?