PTO water pump

[scootr]

Thinking this might solve a seasonal problem
Looking to learn about PTO trash pumps. Need only 2" 150-200 gpm type.
I'm unclear on what's available and what's best. Any help appreciated.

 

[loggin]

Thinking this might solve a seasonal problem
Looking to learn about PTO trash pumps. Need only 2" 150-200 gpm type.
I'm unclear on what's available and what's best. Any help appreciated.

just wondering why a pto pump? I noticed that they are quite expensive unless you are buying just the pump and building the frame and drive yourself. A gas powered pump seems to be cheaper and allows more flexibility in positioning and location.

 

[scootr]

I wanted to avoid the problems associated with occasional use of gas powered engines if possible. I may use this next month and again in 1 or 3 yrs from now. When I need it I need it to work right now not after I fix it.

 

[diesel85]

If you want to build it yourself, you'll need a pump, a 2 pulleys, a belt, and you need to make a 3pt sled for it. While not complicated, it will take time and possibly trial and error to get it at it's optimal speed.

From what I can tell, you are looking at $2000 to $3000 if you want to buy one one pre-made.

 

[AndyMA]

Thinking this might solve a seasonal problem
Looking to learn about PTO trash pumps. Need only 2" 150-200 gpm type.
I'm unclear on what's available and what's best. Any help appreciated.

200 Gallons per Minute, I assume you mean per hour

 

[scootr]

It's minutes. Bigger pumps do more.

 

[sea2summit]

200 Gallons per Minute, I assume you mean per hour

That's easy numbers for a 2" pump depending on lift and head needed.

 

[mikester]

I bought one of those dirt cheap disposable ( I think I only spent $180 pre-covid) honda clone 2" chinese water pump with a plastic pump body for refilling my 1,000L totes. It was too cheap to pass up on and PTO pumps cost $$$$. Hasn't died yet. I'd go PTO if I needed something like a 4" pump. I don't think a 2" PTO pump is worth the wear and tear on my tractor.

 

[scootr]

I see those clone pumps... and Ive seen some on CL too - some pretty cheap if you want to drive a distance to get them.
I have an electric 1/2 hp trash pump. I'll keep an eye open for a used PTO pump at this point.

 

[Sawyer Rob]

It's minutes. Bigger pumps do more.

Even small pumps will pump a lot of water, my Kubota 4" pump is rated at 479 gallons a minute, so 200 for a 2" pump is certainly possible.

SR