2 bottom plow vs. tractor size

[GEPM64]

Hi folks,

What are the chances I can pull a 2 bottom plow with my B2601? Is there a rule of thumb for tractor size vs. implements size particularly with ground engagement implements?

Thanks in advance,

Glenn

 

[85Hokie]

Hi folks,

What are the chances I can pull a 2 bottom plow with my B2601? Is there a rule of thumb for tractor size vs. implements size particularly with ground engagement implements?

Thanks in advance,

Glenn

somewhere I read .......1" - 1.5" per HP ......so a 14" single would need 14 to 21 HP at the drawbar

but it will depend on the soil and type of conditions too!

 

[mbu]

Kubota presents their recommendations in the Owner's Manual for your tractor.

If you don't have a copy for your B2601, it can be downloaded at the following link:

https://kubota.ca/getmedia/200b91ce...87755/B2301,-B2601-OPS-EN-6C54063111?ext=.pdf

 

[skeets]

Watch this,,, they are using a 50HP 12 inch plows

https://youtu.be/9_xSxGHNy_E?t=26

 

[Fordtech86]

I use a two bottom plow on my l3200,it works but needs to be in 4wd

 

[SDT]

Hi folks,

What are the chances I can pull a 2 bottom plow with my B2601? Is there a rule of thumb for tractor size vs. implements size particularly with ground engagement implements?

Thanks in advance,

Glenn

No.

Pulling a 2X14 moldboard plow will require close to 30 PTO HP and over 20 drawbar HP in good ground and much more of both in many grounds. The tractor will also need to be properly set up for plowing, e.g., AG tires, ballast, etc.

Not sure what you plan to do but a rototiller may well be a better alternative.

SDT

 

[GEPM64]

Thanks everybody,

I came across a used one for sale for $350 and thought it was a good deal. I may pick it up anyways.

Thanks,
Glenn

 

[D2Cat]

If you want a nice one bottom 16" plow, find a scrapper who has the old pull type plow(usually two bottom). Remove one beam and make the 3pt arms.

Not much to a plow.

 

[mbu]

Be careful about buying old plows. Moldboards and shears do wear out and you'll most likely never find replacements. If you do find an old plow that's in fair condition, make sure you hardface the wearable parts to make it last as long as possible.

 

[GEPM64]

Be careful about buying old plows. Moldboards and shears do wear out and you'll most likely never find replacements. If you do find an old plow that's in fair condition, make sure you hardface the wearable parts to make it last as long as possible.

I did not think of that. Thanks for the info. I don’t really need it, I just found it and thought it was cheap enough to add to the fleet.

Regards,
Glenn