RCR2596 and the RCF3696...

[ccs]

Going to run one of these 8' fixed mowers when not using a 15' batwing...

Any experience in which seems to be a better mower and opinions on running the tow behind model of one of these versus running the 3 point hitch version...

Thanks.

 

[GaBota]

I have owned and operated a RCR2596 for three years. It is a pull type, I love it! No beating and shocking you like the 3 point models. The RCF3596 is the same mower with the heavy duty upgrade.
Since I pasture cut with mine I chose the medium 2596. I hope this helps!

 

[ccs]

GaBota....will I get any nicer of a "finish" to the cut with the 2596 versus the 3696 ?

Based on what I read it doesnt seem like it -- as they appear to have the exact same blades -- its just the 2696 just is more heavy duty with heavier duty gear boxes and etc. -- just in case you want to put it through heavier stuff...but if the blades are the same..would seem to me the cut in a "grass field" would be about the same ....?? You agree...?

 

[GaBota]

Yes, I agree, if you are only mowing grass, small trees, etc. the lighter duty gearbox will work fine. It is my understanding though that the 3000 series is the heavy duty mower.

 

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GaBota...yes, but my question is -- does the heavier duty 3696 give a worse finish cut in just grass..? it appears even though the 3696 is heavier duty - it has same blades as the 2596 -- so should give same "finish cut" in grass - but ability to go into heavier stuff if needed...? You see it the same way?

 

[GaBota]

GaBota...yes, but my question is -- does the heavier duty 3696 give a worse finish cut in just grass..? it appears even though the 3696 is heavier duty - it has same blades as the 2596 -- so should give same "finish cut" in grass - but ability to go into heavier stuff if needed...? You see it the same way?

Yes I do, you should get the same cut.