B's and Backhoes

[beckmurph]

I have been looking at the B2x20's and have a few questions. I noticed that the boom on the b65 backhoe is not curved. The b77 on the B3200 beside the B2620 had a curved boom. The boom on the BX25 is curved also. Isn't the B2x20 series fairly new in design?
I also noticed that even though I was looking at an HST, the PTO is engaged by a clutch. This would sure make it easier to engage a mower

 

[Verticaltrx]

The BH77 on the B3200 is a very new design, it's only been out a few months. The BH65 on the B2x20 series was the smaller equivalent of the BH76 (for the B3200 and up). I would be they will come out with a new curved boom hoe for the B2x20 series within the next year or two. With that said, I wouldn't hesitate to get one of the older units. Sounds like there have been a few issues already with the BH77.