B26 vs LX26

big_matt

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Just found this forum. I have 2 acres of mostly lawn that needs major improvement (lawn chem company killed 40% using something a little too harsh for centipede grass, wish me luck getting them to do anything). I have an easily strained back so looking for help in 'lifting' things. I have a 2000 sq ft shop and looking to add a stone border around the 180 ft perimeter. I have some 'gardens' with either landscape block or large, milk crate sized stones as borders to either be removed or reconfigured. Mowing isn't an issue as I have a zero turn and a push mower for any tight spots.
I am in the upstate of South Carolina on relatively flat land south of Greenville. Hard ground usually but being mostly clay ruts up easily in the wet, and the ruts set like concrete when they dry.
Spoke to one of the few dealers in the area and his suggestion was the LX2620, possibly because he had one, not sure if they had the B. He did have a couple of BX2380?? that he suggested would be adequate.
Other brands besides JD don't really seem to be an option around here unless I go the big box, brand of the day, generic route.

So, any ideas, suggestions or experiences to share?
 

Bearcatrp

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Depends how much lift you need. The BX line maxes out around 650 lbs. The B I think top out around 950 lbs. you can go on Kubota web site and compare tractor specs. My BX 1880 does my lifting my old ass can’t. Bad back too. But, sometimes I have to split the load so it takes 2 trips. Figure out what you think will be the heaviest you will need to lift, then add about 300 lbs. then find the right size tractor. I love my Kubota. It may be small but saves my back (fused discs). I don’t mind multiple loads. Some days I wish I bought a little bigger tractor (everyone goes through this) but my wallet is glad I didn’t. Good luck on your decision.
 
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