Time to come clean........

[ChuckinNH]

It is often said here that no one ever wishes for less horsepower, but I suspect that there are those that sometimes wish they had a smaller tractor for many tasks.... If you are out there, and honest, let's here about it for the benefit of those who are new, and might not forsee such circumstances. What do you have, and what do you sometimes wish you had for some tasks? What are the tasks you think about something smaller for? The time of year for heavy use of our tractors is about over, so things should be fresh on everyone's mind...
Chuck

 

[dentonsisk]

I find that my m4700 turns about as tightly as my 8N ford or tighter. No comparison in power. Front end loader is the trick. I still like mowing with the 8N better though even with a 5foot rotary vs the Kubota's 6 foot.. Its like a big riding mower after using the Kubota. Also I haven't mastered taking off the front end loader so it hangs out there. If I'm clearing really heavy stuff, pulling stuff, digging stuff, or need a testosterone boost, the Kubota is the thing.

 

[Double 00 Soul]

I have a B3030 but am toying with the idea of also getting a BX1850. While the B3030 isn't a monster by any means, it's just too big for some areas I have to mow and remove snow. My riding lawn mower does not have a locking rear end or 4-wheel drive so I'm concerned about snow removal this winter. I had intended on using the mower for snow removal, which can get nasty in Minnesota. The BX1850 can be had with a small 48" MMM which is about the max for some of the areas I have to mow, otherwise I'm back to the dark ages with a push mower for a couple of hours in the tight spots. Also, the 1850 with 4-wheel drive will be great for snowblowing. There, I've talked myself into it. Love that B3030 though and it has done everything I've asked it to do with ease. Naturally, if I do get a BX1850, the B3030 will remain as big brother.

 

[Jethro]

I have a B1550 HSD and find that it is great for aerating my customer's lawns. A larger tractor would not get into some of the areas that I can get with this one. It also is light enough to allow me to get into some fairly soft areas with minimal impact.

 

[PBinWA]

Aren't we all supposed to have a complete stable of tractors? One for each implemement and one for each task? That's what I told my wife and I'm sticking to it!

 

[ChuckinNH]

I like that approach!!!

 

[kwolfe]

I have a B3030 but am toying with the idea of also getting a BX1850. While the B3030 isn't a monster by any means, it's just too big for some areas I have to mow and remove snow. My riding lawn mower does not have a locking rear end or 4-wheel drive so I'm concerned about snow removal this winter. I had intended on using the mower for snow removal, which can get nasty in Minnesota. The BX1850 can be had with a small 48" MMM which is about the max for some of the areas I have to mow, otherwise I'm back to the dark ages with a push mower for a couple of hours in the tight spots. Also, the 1850 with 4-wheel drive will be great for snowblowing. There, I've talked myself into it. Love that B3030 though and it has done everything I've asked it to do with ease. Naturally, if I do get a BX1850, the B3030 will remain as big brother.

Ever thought about a 1500. You could probably get it cheaper and it should do exactly whhat you want. I have one, and that little thing is a mule. No problems with HP.

 

[Double 00 Soul]

Ever thought about a 1500. You could probably get it cheaper and it should do exactly whhat you want. I have one, and that little thing is a mule. No problems with HP.

Hadn't considered the 1500, thanks for the idea. One thing I like about the BX1850 is the ground clearance but for snowblowing and mowing, ground clearance isn't that much of a problem. If I'm not being too nosy, what did a 1500 set you back? I'm going to a dealer next week and will check out the 1500 if they have one in stock.

 

[GaryE]

I am still kicking myself for getting rid of my B-6000. It was great for dragging logs out of the woods and working on soft ground. This time of year it is just to muddy for my L-3710 unless I am using the backhoe. My Sears GT-5000 is useless for anything other than cutting grass. Often I find myself using my old Rally Roper (which has no cutting deck) to drag things around. It is great for pulling the rollers around on soft ground.....But then again there are times when I can see I do NEED that M series Kubota.


Am I making any sense?


Gary

 

[Dusty]

.........
Am I making any sense?

Gary

Do you really want an answer to that question???