HayFarmer
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My brother would be alive now if the 2240 had come with a Rops.
Remove ROPS
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I would never remove the ROPS, Mine can be folded down. I do fold it down occasionally, but it's up 99.99999% of the time. If yours doesn't fold modify it but don't take it off.
coast40
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dj1701
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When I was in the market for a mower I decided to go with a sub-compact tractor. I looked at zero turns, but I did not want to spend my money on a one trick pony.
I wanted at least a 60" belly mower and 4x4. I mow trails and a zero turn would fail miserably. I also wanted the option of Implements at a later date if I so desired.
It came down to either John Deere or Kubota. Since I did not need a loader, I was already planning on removing the ROPs. On the John Deere the lower part of the ROPs is welded to the frame and even removing the upper would leave the lower to just be in the way around trees. I looked at the Kubota and was pleased it could be completely removed.
In the winter, I put the ROPs back on when I set up the tractor for snow removal.
If mowing your lawn was that big of a hazard, all tractors would have them as well as an ejection seat and parachute. The best safety mechanism is always what's between your ears.
Dave
I wanted at least a 60" belly mower and 4x4. I mow trails and a zero turn would fail miserably. I also wanted the option of Implements at a later date if I so desired.
It came down to either John Deere or Kubota. Since I did not need a loader, I was already planning on removing the ROPs. On the John Deere the lower part of the ROPs is welded to the frame and even removing the upper would leave the lower to just be in the way around trees. I looked at the Kubota and was pleased it could be completely removed.
In the winter, I put the ROPs back on when I set up the tractor for snow removal.
If mowing your lawn was that big of a hazard, all tractors would have them as well as an ejection seat and parachute. The best safety mechanism is always what's between your ears.
Dave
