What Size snow blower?

[Kraftybota]

We are looking for a snow blower for our B3200 and are wondering what size PTO blower will work? We did get a tip on a 6ft PTO blower for sale for $700 and are wondering if the tractor will handle it? Any info will help!

 

[rookiejeff]

Hello Kraftybota:

I recently purchased the B3300SU which is almost identical to the B3200. I purchased Kubota's 64 inch rear-mount blower which is obviously a little smaller than the one you're looking at. However, I personally don't think I'd go any bigger then 64 inches....although the B3200 has lots-o-power, a 6 foot blower may be a little too much.....you don't want to over-stress the engine, 3-point hitch, etc....hope this helps

 

[Jimmysal]

After looking at your tractor's specs, I came away with 23hp at the PTO and 1655lbs. lift at the 3PT hitch arms. Those are your main constraints when sizing a snowblower. Units in the 60's would probably fit your tractor pretty well based on this. You could probably even run a unit in the 70 inch range making slower passes. That said, I'm pretty sure 7' is a little too much.

That said, if you have an operator's manual, there should be an implement sizing table in there.

 

[Kraftybota]

Thanks for the replys. We ended up passing on it figuring it was too big for our machine. Going to look for one in the 5ft range.