Size of finish mower for my L3400?

tomfifield · Apr 11, 2012

Kubota L3400 has 29 PTO HP. I run a 60" Bush Hog just fine. Would a 72" finish mower be to big or should I get a 60"?
I am thinking a rear discharge mower would be best, what do you think?

RoyJackson · Apr 11, 2012

I'd go with a 72" RFM. You've got plenty of PTO HP for it. If fact, you can handle an 84" RFM...

Now, there are caveats:
1) If your lawn is uneven (lots of dips and rises), a larger RFM can span the dips and scalp the rises..that makes for an uneven looking cut.
2) If you have areas that are narrow, a larger RFM may not work for you.
3) If you park your RFM in a garage or building, make sure the door is wide enough!

I had an 84" RFM that came with the 30 PTO HP Deere 4400 I own. I had problems 1) and 3).
I ended up selling the big RFM and going with a 72" model which works much better for me.