*How does it compare to the BX24 you say can't be beat?I'm still amazed at the price vs. capabilities ratio of theBX24. It can't be beat.
It's the best machine package around for the money.
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Did a lot of research on the GR models recently when I was looking for a dedicated mower. I looked hard at the BX1850 as LB suggests because the price is close and the versatility is better
*I ended up with an AGCO/Simplicity 2027 or Legacy XL diesel 4wd as a dedicated mower for my hills. The price is more than either Kubot I looked at.
*When I bought my BX 23 I checked out the SimplicityFor mowing slopes/hills, I feel the Legacy XL is more stable...may be the COG is lower and the way I have it set up. Legacy XL also leaves a better cut for me. I no longer mow with my BX24 for these reasons. However, if I had only one machine, for overall versatility,
* BX24 is head and shoulders above due to included FEL and backhoe for just 1-2K more than the Legacy without these features.
I was mowing the slopes here with a 46'' MTD lawn tractor which worked fine except for poor traction at times and an engine that never ran rite.For mowing slopes/hills, I feel the Legacy XL is more stable...may be the COG is lower and the way I have it set up. .