BX25 front weight bracket

[Code54]

Do any of you know of a front weight bracket for the BX25's? Maybe built one?
I put a EA aerator on my BX25 and while it works great it also causes the front end (wheels) to lift about 18" off the ground on a hill so that is a little bit of a problem. I could use the front end loader but would like to keep the machine shorter so thus the idea of a front weigh bracket.

 

[bcp]

There is only about 3 inches space when the loader is fully down.



Bruce

 

[zoltanthegypsy]

I got a factory bracket and suitcase weights for my BX24. Not cheap, and the bracket and weights didn't fit each other Once I got the bracket modified I could use it but ... not only does the loader come off (that was the idea as you indicate) but the brush guard has to come off too. Major PITA. Can't even leave the weight bracket on when the loader goes back on.

Used the setup once with the tiller and never again. Just too much fuss. Maybe Kubota has done something different now or better yet someone here has fabbed up something that works well.

Z.

 

[Gator6x4]

Do any of you know of a front weight bracket for the BX25's? Maybe built one?
I put a EA aerator on my BX25 and while it works great it also causes the front end (wheels) to lift about 18" off the ground on a hill so that is a little bit of a problem. I could use the front end loader but would like to keep the machine shorter so thus the idea of a front weigh bracket.

Get out the old credit card and prepare to make UPS or FED-EX rich. Brackets, Front Weights, and Wheel Weights for Kubota BX25

 

[zoltanthegypsy]

Get out the old credit card and prepare to make UPS or FED-EX rich. Brackets, Front Weights, and Wheel Weights for Kubota BX25

That _looks_ like the set I got for the '24. I hope they've changed the bracket by now. The one they shipped me (which the dealer verified was the only one at the time) was not compatible with the weight hold-down bolts and clamps. Had to be modified.

Z.

 

[Code54]

Just had a thought - front receiver hitch - they are not real deep and the front loader clears it. If I take the loader off I can make an adapter that slide into the front receiver and holds plate weights. (think weight lifting weights) Can keep them low and real easy to take on and off.

Kubota Tractor BX Series Front Receiver Hitch - Can also custom build for others | eBay