B2920 in the B series??

[tommyz270]

Anyone go through the purchase decision process of the B2320, 2620, or 2920? I'm thinking if I get a new one, I may go for the 2920 since it's more powerful but only a little larger in size (by just a little bit according to the specs on kubota).

Would be a B2920, R4 tires, hydro-4wd, fel, box blade and possibly mmm later.

Anyone have any problems with the 2920?

Suggestions on the differences or experiences?

 

[Chris86314]

Anyone go through the purchase decision process of the B2320, 2620, or 2920? I'm thinking if I get a new one, I may go for the 2920 since it's more powerful but only a little larger in size (by just a little bit according to the specs on kubota).
Would be a B2920, R4 tires, hydro-4wd, fel, box blade and possibly mmm later.
Anyone have any problems with the 2920?
Suggestions on the differences or experiences?

I was all set on a 2920 until I purchased a B3200 TLB and I'm glad I did. For a little bit more I got (IMHO) a lot more tractor.. and love the B3200.

If the B3200 hadn't been introduced I would have purchased the 2920.

 

[Will_C]

I went through the same process when I bought my 2620. I liked the fact that the 2620 was bigger and was able to work with larger implements than the 2320. I could not understand the appeal of the 2920. The 26 will handle all the same implements as the 29, FEL is the same, and I think the only time the 3 hp would be an advantage is perhaps if you planned on applications like running a stationary implement, such as a chipper or generator. I know Kubota rates the 26 and the 29 as having the same implement capacity. I have all the power I need to run a 54" rotary cutter.

I did consider the 3200 (my dealer needed another $2000 compared to the 2620), but I did not really need the extra "oomph" for my uses.

Will

 

[DELInstallations]

I looked at the BX24/25 then the 2320 and bumped up to the 2620 for about $1500 difference if I remember.

I tried out the 2620 and 2920, both have the same ratings and FEL and BH, including hydraulic ratings. I didn't see a difference and doubt I'd ever see a 3HP difference on the PTO for this size tractor, not to mention I couldn't justify the price difference.

I lose traction before I run out of HP, unless I try to pick up too much with the FEL.

 

[mswlogo]

I was gonna go for B2620 HST until I test drove the B2330 (Gear Drive).

The salesman I work with says he has one and he said it can pull more than the B2920. It was stronger (for pulling which is my main two needs) and was cheaper to boot.

I'm not trying to push the gear, but it depends on your needs.

Take one for a spin.

 

[Evil the Weasel]

I agree with the others. Now that the B3200 is available the B2920 makes little sense. You're not using 5' implements with the B2920 any better than you would with the B2620, and the B3200 is sized for these. The B2620 is the sweet spot.

The only down side is the MMM has had some issues with height accuracy and occasionally ratcheting down during use. That has been well covered on these forums so you can read about it.

 

[nra4ever]

I have to agree with chris. I had a 2920 dropped off and had it picked up for a 3200. I do need to use a 5ft land pride cutter as well as other implements. You also get a lot more loader. if you can get the 3200 get it if you dont need that much tractor get a 2620.

 

[PUSHINDIRT]

I had a BX 24 and ended up with a 2920. It is a great machine, I find the extra HP useful because for just about anything I do, I can run the machine at low RPM's and still get plenty of power out of the machine. The Bx20 series is (for my applications) the perfect height to climb on and off, yet still has enough ground clearance for the typical homeowner. I live in upstate NY and get alot of snow. I opted for the 63" front mount blower. The extra HP should be useful there, otherwise the 2620 will be just fine. For me it came down to availability. The 2920 was in stock the 2620 would have to be ordered and would be affected by one of the price increases last year. If the 3200 were available, I would have gone with that machine! Good luck!

 

[tommyz270]

The problem with the 3200 is that it is quite a bit larger than the 2320 and still larger than the 2620/2920.

Yes, the 2920 is "larger" than the 2320/2620, but the wheelbase is the same and the difference is in the larger tires.

Weight is the same on the 2620/2920 and everything else is except for the engine and HP.

Anyone find a big difference in using the 2320 compared to a 2620 or 2920? Is there really THAT much difference? Maybe I should just go with the 2320? I do like the idea of the wider tires on the 2620/2920, the heavier duty fel and added ground clearance.

 

[Evil the Weasel]

For me, I would not want to try using a MMM with any machine larger than the B2x20 series. I'm not even sure if the mowing deck is suspended on the B3200. It looks like a ground contact unit to me but I'm not positive.

 

[jas67]

The problem with the 3200 is that it is quite a bit larger than the 2320 and still larger than the 2620/2920.

Yes, the 2920 is "larger" than the 2320/2620, but the wheelbase is the same and the difference is in the larger tires.

Weight is the same on the 2620/2920 and everything else is except for the engine and HP.

Anyone find a big difference in using the 2320 compared to a 2620 or 2920? Is there really THAT much difference? Maybe I should just go with the 2320? I do like the idea of the wider tires on the 2620/2920, the heavier duty fel and added ground clearance.

If you look the numbers, there is about 13% difference in power between the 2320 and 2620, and 12% difference between the 2620 and 2920. I doubt that 13% is noticeable.

 

[mswlogo]

After reading the specs on the B2920 vs B3200 and the difference in price I think the 3200 is a no brainer. Although the larger backhoe and FEL might seperate them more in price.

 

[jas67]

After reading the specs on the B2920 vs B3200 and the difference in price I think the 3200 is a no brainer. Although the larger backhoe and FEL might seperate them more in price.

I just priced 'em out online. Wow! I'm amazed there is such a small difference in price (approx $500). The LA504 loader that the B3200 is much more capable, both in lift height, and force.

 

[phyxer]

Depends on your needs. If you want something that is on the upper end of the "can be used as a lawn tractor" range then the B2320 or B2620 is the choice. I chose the B2620. My dealer had the B2320, B2620, B2920 and B3200 all lined up in a row. The B3200 is NOTICABLY larger than the 2x20s and feels much larger when moving around in less than wide open lots. Good Luck! Enjoy the hunt! Post pictures of your choice

Troy

 

[PUSHINDIRT]

Just wanted to add a few more comments. I had to stop at my dealer to pick up some pallet forks and the dealer had 2 3200's out back. One was prepped for customer pick-up, the other was just equipped with the loader. Once I climbed on the first thing I noticed between the 2 was the lack of operator room on the 3200. I also noticed the ability to move more dirt (bigger bucket). It felt narrow compared to the 2x20, even with the seat all the way back. The machine was bigger, and as the dealer said it's really a 7800 in drag (his words not mine).
If you are looking at a machine that big why not look at the 2630? My dealer mentioned it seems to be the one machine people keep!

 

[bstrom]

Just wanted to add a few more comments. I had to stop at my dealer to pick up some pallet forks and the dealer had 2 3200's out back. One was prepped for customer pick-up, the other was just equipped with the loader. Once I climbed on the first thing I noticed between the 2 was the lack of operator room on the 3200. I also noticed the ability to move more dirt (bigger bucket). It felt narrow compared to the 2x20, even with the seat all the way back. The machine was bigger, and as the dealer said it's really a 7800 in drag (his words not mine).
If you are looking at a machine that big why not look at the 2630? My dealer mentioned it seems to be the one machine people keep!

I like this idea(2630) -plus you know you will get a smooth running 3 cylinder engine.

 

[tommyz270]

Phyxer - Since you saw all 4 lined up, which is probably going to be impossible for me to do, and you say the 3200 is noticeably larger, which I noticed also in looking at a 2320 and the 3200, what about the 2320/2620/2920?

Based on the specs, looks like the 2920 is larger only because of larger tires. I would think it would feel and act the same as the 2320 and the 2620 when sitting on it and looking at it...

Can you elaborate more on the line up when you saw them all together?

..... wish I had a dealer like that here....

 

[Evil the Weasel]

The 2620 and 2920 have the same size tires. You're going to pay substantially more for a 2630 then the 2620 to get the deluxe features. By the time you do that, you'll be itching for the B3030 cab. Don't ask me how I know...

 

[phyxer]

The 2620 and 2920 are the same size as near as I remember. The 2320 was only slightly smaller. I agree with the others that the 2620 is the pick of the 2x20 litter. Good Luck!

Troy

 

[taborekle]

I have the B2920 and have been enjoying using it. It was right at the limit of what I could afford. I've also found that sometimes, it's good to not be so, well, big. My B2920 fits into my garage with the ropes up, and I've recently opened up a vary narrow overground road back to a very small gravel pit. Having a small tractor that I can get into some tight places, yet has the HP that I need to get the jobs done has proven to be a very good fit, for me.