CT230 backhoe?

[IslandTractor]

Also just between us, I have not mentioned my plan to the wife. That right there may put a stop to things!

Ask SWMBO if she'd like any new gardens dug or trees planted, bushes moved, rock wall built etc. Get her thinking about digging projects and suggest you work on them together with pick and shovel before you ever bring up the purchase of a piece of machinery. When you do mention the BH point out well before discussing cost that it will allow you to accomplish the tasks while she sips ice tea on the porch and directs you. When discussing cost, lie. It's easy to forget about buckets, subframe etc on the initial quote. You can add the subframe cost later when she understands it will be better for the tractor. The bucket you can just claim was an oversight. Lie, lie, lie. Otherwise you will be using that pick and shovel alone now that you've introduced the project ideas.

 

[Gittyup]

The BC loader is mid-mounted, like the CK's FEL, so I would be surprised
if a hoe subframe for the CK would not fit that for the CT. I have not
seen the subframe from Rhino, Woods, or Bradco, however. The bigger
BCs, like the CT335 use an FEL that has a subframe that extends
rearward...totally different.

As for specs and fitment, BC's hoe would be the easiest path to take,
but be careful with specs. Digging depth is standard, but other specs
are hard to compare. Manufacturers don't always give hyd pressure
requirements....don't get a hoe that is designed for less than 2500psi.
Your tractor can do 8.3 GPM at 2711 psi, assuming the RV is set
correctly.

I wasn't thinking about RV setting, just max specs at max pressure without regard for relief valve protection, which probably is the wrong way to look at it as its doubtfully ever spec'd that way. You are right, its RV should be designed to protect it from any extra pressure, assuming it is set that way. Still makes no sense to put more hoe on a tractor that can't use it (weight wise).

My Rhino is 7'6", not 7', which is even less of a difference from the 80X. Not sure if that is what BC is still using. However, I'm a big fan of maximum reach, as it makes jobs easier and quicker ....but not at the risk of voiding warranty.

 

[VictorW]

I don't disagree that since Rick mentioned that the BC hoe is a rebranded/painted Rhino that it is the safe bet to go with, however I am also looking at price. So far I have not been able to find a Rhino BH for the cost of the Woods BH. Even one of the smaller Rhino's are still more than the BH80X this guy has.

I have read reviews about both BH's and both have gotten good reviews so I don't think one is better than the other but again it comes down to price.

I am still looking around though and getting prices so who knows what I may end up with. Also just between us, I have not mentioned my plan to the wife. That right there may put a stop to things!

I would have no worries putting that BH80x on my CK30hst. My Kioti 2375, 7.5 footer, doesn't beat up the tractor unless you purposefully tried to. Both Rhino and Woods are good hoes. Regardless of either brand and after using mine, I'd go for an 8 footer over the 7. And the price mentioned is good.

Once the bh arrives, what can she say...take it back. You may have to cook a few of your own dinners but once she sees what you can do with it, you'll be back in her good graces. (unproven wishes for you)

 

[galaxie428]

Can I ask what SWMBO means? I have been trying to think what it stands for but can't come up with anything.

She is pretty tight when it comes to money, must be the accountant in her. But that is why we have a yours, mine and ours account! The ours account is for bills and anything to do with the house and while you would think that the tractor and hoe which are used for grounds maint would fall into that category, is somehow was not approved by corporate. If I wanted it, corporate said I had to pay for it out of my account!

You do make a good point about only telling her part of the price though. $5200 doesn't sound too bad for a hoe but then when you start adding the subframe and the hydraulic thumb and possible an extra bucket the price starts getting up there.

Maybe I should start off by telling her that I have been sleeping with a younger woman and then the news about the hoe might not sound too bad. Of course that may depend on if I make it through the first part!

 

[IslandTractor]

Can I ask what SWMBO means?

She who must be obeyed!:confused2::laughing:

 

[wallace]

I would have no worries putting that BH80x on my CK30hst. My Kioti 2375, 7.5 footer, doesn't beat up the tractor unless you purposefully tried to. Both Rhino and Woods are good hoes. Regardless of either brand and after using mine, I'd go for an 8 footer over the 7. And the price mentioned is good.

Once the bh arrives, what can she say...take it back. You may have to cook a few of your own dinners but once she sees what you can do with it, you'll be back in her good graces. (unproven wishes for you)

OMG
Vic do you realize what a backhoe can be used for?? One word..GRAVE!

 

[IslandTractor]

OMG
Vic do you realize what a backhoe can be used for?? One word..GRAVE!

And Mr. Wallace, I imagine you know that from close calls yourself with Mrs. Tractor.

 

[VictorW]

OMG
Vic do you realize what a backhoe can be used for?? One word..GRAVE!

I guess if your life insurance is paid up, you really have to start to worry. But I did write a disclaimer! :laughing:

 

[wallace]

And Mr. Wallace, I imagine you know that from close calls yourself with Mrs. Tractor.

:ashamed::ashamed:

 

[galaxie428]

I think I just about have the wife convinced to buy one even thought she still doesn't think we need one. But, she has agreed there will be no divorce over it if I do.

I am looking at an additional 9" bucket to go along with the 18" that comes standard on it. I think the 9" would come in handy for trenches to run drain pipe or wires or stuff like that. What are your thoughts?

I am also trying to decide if I would use the additional hydraulic thumb. It seems like a nice to have but is it $980worth of nice to have? For those of you that have them, do you use them much? What do you use them for?