B2650 bush hog size?

   / B2650 bush hog size? #1  

Rob 80

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Is a 5 foot bush hog to much for a B2650?
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #2  
I went with 4' because I use in a smaller area. Isn't rule of thumb 5hp per foot?
 
   / B2650 bush hog size?
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I went with 4' because I use in a smaller area. Isn't rule of thumb 5hp per foot?

I know 5 ft is pushing it but i can get one for free.
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #4  
It is-but you mentioned my favorite 4 letter word-free! Just realize that you may have to slow, or take partial passes. I borrow my brother's 5' roto-tiller and use it on B2620. I just have to go slow and watch the temp gauge.

Will
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #6  
I run a 48" Woods with my 2650. You wont have any trouble running a 5 footer.
A five foot bush hog would speed things up a lot. :dance1:
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #7  
a win/win situation for you. for the price, betcha already knew the answer before you posted. find a safe & effective way of removing the blades for sharpening, & as mentioned, take your time & gear down. also, careful on slopes given your size tractor. best regards
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #8  
Here is my advice on how to get more oomph. So that it for what its worth LOL. Make sure angle it so the mower is doing all the cutting on the front. See that the mower is lower on the front and higher on the back. Mow a little slower. Mow a little higher. Sharpen your blades some IF your only mowing weeds and grass. Change out the mower's gearbox oil to a lighter synthetic. Use a synthetic oil in your engine. Use super UDT2 in your trans. Use front weights. If your tractor is light on the front end take off the top link and run the mower simi mount style. Keep that radiator clean. I use water to wash it out. Dirt hides in it and makes it not work as well.
 
   / B2650 bush hog size? #9  
"If your tractor is light on the front end take off the top link and run the mower simi mount style" bilrus61

not sure i'd recommend this practice, & could get you in trouble if you hang up on something. otherwise what you suggest makes sense. careful on lighter gearbox oils on an older gearbox. good luck to the OP
 

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