Mowing 3 point mower deck for B7100

[clarkvg]

I have a 5' farm king side discharge finishing mower for my B7100. I used it briefly last fall in heavy grass and it bogged down pretty good. I noticed the the B7100 owners manual recommends a 48' mower deck for the 3 point and 5' for a belly mower.
What experiences are out their with 3 point mower decks?
Thanks, Clarkvg

 

[MikeInEburg]

If you keep the blades sharp, RPM high and ground speed low, the 5' should be fine. Any sized mower can bog down in heavy grass conditions.
Mike

 

[clarkvg]

Thanks Mike,
I was hoping I didn't need to buy a 4' mower.
Sorry about the delayed response, I was gone.

Thanks again, Clark