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Dear Board: What can you tell me about how the JD755 and Kubota B2100 compare? Thanks.

JD755 vs Kub B2100
John Deere Tractors
Replies 1 Post by gill barlow

Dear Stan: You mentioned that the B7500 has a high center of gravity. Do you think that this compact is less stable than the others? I am looking at 20-25 hp units?

B7500 - experiences
Kubota Tractors
Replies 12 Post by gill barlow

Dear Board:I am narrowing my tractor choice down to Kubota BX2200, Kub B2100, Kub 7500, JD755, JD855, and JD4100.Which would you pick?What do you think of the BX front end. It sure looks like there are shiny delicate components on that front end which would not survive thrashing around the bush....does anyone have experience with this?Is the BX more stable than the rest on a hillside.Are these machines stable on slopes?Thanks,gill barlow<br>gcbarl@aol.com<br>802.425.3543

BX2200 Front End
Tractor Projects
Replies 8 Post by gill barlow

I too am trying to choose tires...between turf and R4s....my thinking is that chains will be needed at some point and they will work better on turfs than R4s because chains can work their way into the deeper R4 grooves.

IS THIS TRUE?????

gill barlow

Which Tires to buy
Parts and Repair
Replies 10 Post by gill barlow

Dear Board:I continue my struggle with picking a compact tractor. My finalists are the KB7500, JD4100 and NHTC18.I am concerned about stability and turning radius. I would like take my tractor in the woods to make trails and pull a tree or two out. I have steep slopes and rough land. I am not doing this commerically. Are these compacts stable enough for this. Some folks are telling me that I need that extra length and width of a 30 hp to do this and yet I want to mow with my tractor and save the money.Are any of the brands substantially more stable than the others?My other question is turning radius. I am not into special turning options. How can I get turning radius info. Is there a brand that is more manuverable?thanks,gill barlow<br>gcbarl@aol.com

Compact Tractor Stability
Tractor Projects
Replies 6 Post by gill barlow

Folks: I am another one of those who is struggling with the final tractor decision. I think that I am in the B7500..JD4100..NHTC21 range for a tractor. Mowing is VERY IMPORTANT. I want a loader. I want power steering and hydro. I want to brush cut with a cutter the width of the rear wheels. I want to clear snow from my 800 foot driveway in Vermont. However, I have been scouring the discussion boards and there is a tremendous amount of interest in the BX2200. So I have questions when considering the BX:<br>-Is the BX2200 really more stable on slopes than the above? I will be loading the tires on the higher rigs.<br>-I assume that the larger bucket capacity is significant when it comes to building stone walls and digging.<br>-Is the BX2200 that much easier to mow with? I mow right up to the house.<br>-Is it true that the implements for the BX are easier to remove.<br>-Is it true that the design of the BX is more up to date than for the more traditional tractors mentioned above.<br>-it sounds like people have trouble with the ergonomics of the BX....is this true?<br>-Are the bugs worked out of the BX?With regard to the big 3 does it really matter which one I pick? <br>-does the lighter weight of the B7500 really matter?<br>-do the implements change out more easily on brand than another?<br>-STABILITY....is one more stable than another. I have read that the B7500 has stability issues. I have heard that with the narrower belly mower on the B7500 you need to keep the wheels in at the narrowest width.<br>-How does the 60 mower do on these? I hear that a little extra width helps with the trimming.<br>-are the warrantees and manufacturing support any different between the 3?The people who contribute to this discussion board seem to be very good. I would love your advics.All this said the cost of a new tractor is staggering. Does it make sense to get the belly mower later if we can wait? Will it still be available? What used models are comparible? Is a 17 hp tractor a consideration? Can I get power steering and use that 42-48 inch brush cutter. thanks,gill barlow

Getting down to the final decision
Kubota Tractors
Replies 4 Post by gill barlow