B5100e

[Aardvark]

I recently bought a B5100E to look after about 2 acres. Mostly rough mowing and some cultivation. I think maybe I made a mistake with this model as it has such limited power I am unable to find any implements for it. I got a B3048 belly mower attachment that looks like it will fit with only minor modification but I am completely stuck for finding a tiller. The smallest ones seem to need around 16hp on the pto. Would it be possible to lower the horsepower requirement by simply removing some of the blades? Any comments would be useful at this stage.

[L4740]

I recently bought a B5100E to look after about 2 acres. Mostly rough mowing and some cultivation. I think maybe I made a mistake with this model as it has such limited power I am unable to find any implements for it. I got a B3048 belly mower attachment that looks like it will fit with only minor modification but I am completely stuck for finding a tiller. The smallest ones seem to need around 16hp on the pto. Would it be possible to lower the horsepower requirement by simply removing some of the blades? Any comments would be useful at this stage.

Here's a few to look at. Woods GTC40-2 and the BushHog RTC40. Both of those actual tilling width is 39". Kubota has the B40C with an actual tilling width of just 37". I used a B40C behind a B6100 for years. The B6100 is just 14 hp and I had no problems at all. It is a very well made tiller. If you are breaking sod with it, make a couple light passes instead of just one. Your soil type can make a difference as well. And yes, you can certainly take off the outside tines if need be.

[todddrummey]

I have a B6000 (12hp engine) with a 42 inch tiller. I have never had an issue with lack of power. Even if you did bog down, you could raise the tiller a little and make repeated passes. Or drop a few tines for the first pass. I am always amazed what my little tractor can do! It would climb a tree if I let it.

[Aardvark]

So what you guys are saying is that only having 10hp to the pto won't be a problem as long as I don't take too big a bite. Just take it easy and make more passes. If you can use these biggish tillers off 11 & 12hp pto then I should be OK. Thanks for the comments.

[eserv]

You have a little tractor that thinks it is a big tractor, You will be amazed how well it will do! Have Fun!:D
Ed

[Kytim]

horsepower ratings on equipment can fool a person. horsepower is avail energy to do the work but the equipment adds mechanical advantage to that energy. much can be done with these little powerhouses!

tim

[Porkchopx]

My little B5001 which is a grey market B5100 is a 4x4 and came with a factory FEL and a 42" factory PTO tiller. I have used the tiller in hard packed soil and have had no power issues. The only problem was I would get pushed forwards if I was tilling too deep. You should have no problem with yours.

[HeyDoc]

I have to agree with all of the above. Power is not a problem for my 5100 either(within reason!). My limiting factor is front end weight when using 3ph implements. Always gets too light/front wheels up. What are you guys using for front weight?

[steve]

I bolted on a wooden box on the front of the frame of my B5001DT and filled it with bricks to hold the front end on the ground. The box holds about 25 bricks and does a great job. Anymore weight on the front end might be a bit much.
Steve

[Aardvark]

Extra front weight might not be a problem for me. I am carrying a belly mower deck and the electric clutch and stuff that drives it is bolted on to the front. It must add a fair bit of weight, I can hardly move the deck on my own.
Thanks for all the comments. All I have to do now is find a tiller and I'm set for the job. :)