Re: Anybody use a 5Â’ Brush Hog on a BX?
Hmm. where to start?
Would think your B2910 would be FAR superior when using this size implement.
The only advantage I could ever see by using a small BX is maneuverability and if you are mowing over something like I do such as a septic tank that can hold 3000 lbs maximum.
Both of those things apply to me.
I have a 48" rotary mower with dual blades which has a minimum 18hp requirement and weights 525 lbs.
I'm not sure where everyone if getting the "to heavy" from?
I would think the weight was not as much of a factor as the PTO hp.
The specs below are for the BX 1880 rear pto from tractor data . com and as you can see it can lift 680 lbs.
3-Point Hitch:
Rear Type: I
Rear lift (at 24"/610mm): 680 lbs [308 kg]
Power Take-off (PTO):
Rear PTO: independent
Rear RPM: 540 (1.375)
Mid RPM: 2500
Having said all that.
My rotary does work fine with weeds, light brush etc, where I can't go is anything over 3 foot weeds or larger brush.
I also use a 41" flail mower which is about 390 lbs and requires 13 pto hp and it works great!
I use my bush hog for a large area because it's quicker and covers more.
But it gives my little monster a BIG ASS
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and a larger turning circle so I consider it only when using in a long straight line mowing.
I use my flail for everything else because it requires a lot less pto and has a smaller profile (smaller ass!
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) and I can get around much smaller areas with it!
Having a small tractor requires you to use most of your capacity of lift and hp most of the time.
Also you have to be very aware of weight balance on these micro tractors, front, rear side etc.
Just me careful as the BX's are prone to tipping!*
Good luck!
*(not to be confused with cow tipping which will result in both the BX and cow on their side!)