Jd X475 2ws

[Dirtboy]

Hi all, I have just under 2 acres of lawn w/big trees (lots of leaves) . Now I have A john deere commercial walk behind w/48in deck. Wife wants something she could use (with A steering wheel). /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif Im gonna keep the walk behind but thinking of getting A x475 2ws. Does anybody have one of these and if so how do they like it? Im also gonna get the 7 bushel collection system. Will this collection system suck up maple and walnut tree leaves? Thanks Mike

 

[keerym]

That machine would work great for your yard. The powerflow on the collection system will work very well to suck up your leaves, but you may want to consider a larger collection system if you have a lot of leaves. The 7 bushel system may require frequent unloading. The MC519 (19 bushel) may work better for a large yard like you have. It uses the same powerflow, but has a much larger collection capacity, meaning fewer dumps. Just something to consider. I've used a few of them and love 'em.

 

[Dirtboy]

Thanks Keerym, I just got off the line with the dealer. Here is what we came up with: x475 2w steer w/ 54in deck and 3 bag 14 bushel power flow collection. $9361 + tax. for $500 more I can get the x485. No intrest, no payment until april 06 sounds attractive. Anything that would make A huge diff. between the two ? Thanks Mike

 

[keerym]

Fuel injection. I see your in New York, would you plan on adding any snow removal attachments like a blade or a blower? If you do, you might appreciate the extra 2 Hp from the 485. Also, the 485's fuel injection eliminates the choke, so it starts very well in cold weather......but the 475 does too if you do it properly. I guess it comes down to your needs, otherwise the skies the limit. For an extra......you could have the 495 diesel model too /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif Or four wheel drive /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[Charlie_in_TX]

Have you considered the sub-cut? For the price you are talking about I think you can get a Kubota BX1500, MMM and FEL. I was in the market early '04. I was quoted close to the same price for a JD 2210 or Kubota BX 2230 with a 60in MMM.

Just something to make your choise a little harder.

 

[LBrown59]

I just got this price on a Kubota BX1500 with a 54'' mid mount mower deck $7299. This would move you up out of the garden tractor class into the sub compact class for less money than the garden tractor.

I was talking to my local dealer the other day and he offered me the BX1500 tractor alone for $6200.
The BX1500 comes standard with four wheel drive and power steering.

I never priced a Bagger because I just leave grass clippings and leaves lay.
Has worked excellent on my place for the last 39 years.
To me a bagger just isn't worth the extra money nor is it worth the extra time and effort required to use it.

 

[Dirtboy]

Thanks for the replys guys, I thought about A 2210 ( I prefer green) /forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif My plan is to buy A compact in the spring of 06 for field work and have this unit for mowing and possibly snow blowing. I have several mature maple and walnut trees in my yard, that produce many leaves. wet leaves on the ground over the winter on the grass is no good. I also use the leaves for the garden. Im out of work now recouping from ankle surgery. Then in january I will be out for shoulder surgery. So the wife and 14 yr old son will be handleing the chores. Thanks Mike

 

[JohnSinVA]

If you're going to be using this unit in the snow you might want to step up to a 5xx machine that has 4wd. It's a little more cash but you likely won't have to deal with putting on weights and chains. The subcompacts would be preferable if you wanted an all around machine but for a MMM (mostly mowing machine) the X series Deere or the GR2K Kubotas are the way to go.

You would do well to look at the GR Kubotas...they might just make you go orange.

 

[tomnky]

You won't find a 2210 next Spring.The 2305 is arriving supposedly in the middle of September.

I Myself am interested in seeing the 2305. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[Dutch445]

2305's are on dealers lots NOW!
they have been out for about 2 or 3 weeks now...

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[wolfe1]

The fuel injection is worth every penny on my X485-

 

[jcmseven]

My neighbor just picked up his 2305 today. It is a nice looking machine. I am interested to see how it does for him. I must say, though, that the X series machines do not seem to get the credit they perhaps deserve. They are great machines and will do what many of these sub cuts will do, if not more, assuming that it does not involve hydraulic work. I would probably still have my 595 x series if it would have been able to lift two attachments at once and if the loader would have lifted more. It pulled a box blade like crazy and would move dirt or snow better than I could have hoped. It pulled out neighbors' cars in winter (and my wife's-twice) and did so on very little fuel. In the summer it cut the grass as well as a walk behind mower. All in all, an excellent machine. I just wish John Deere would upgrade the hydraulics and then it would be almost perfect.

John M

 

[tomnky]

Haven't seen any in this area: Dealers tell me it will be the middle of September before they have any on hand.

 

[ArkCivEngr]

That's odd. I consider my home state to be more than just a little bit backward and behind-the-times, but my local JD dealer had a 2305 on his lot almost a month ago.

PS Ditto the raves on the X-series. My X495 is nothing short of awesome. /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

 

[x585guy]

I have had my x585 since Oct 03 and have played with it out in deep snow and with the 4wd engaged, boy does it go. Had only got stuck one time and realized that I forgot to put it in 4wd. I engaged the 4wd and had no problem after that. I had to take back the 585 to the dealer because it had problems lifting 250 lbs to full height. They checked the hyd. pressure and it was only putting out 995 psi so they ordered and installed shims in the pump and now I can lift 640lbs to 52 inches. The dealer said the bucket would probably lift higher but needed more ballast in the back. The machine was getting a little tipsy. I have both rear wheels filled plus the six weights hanging off the back. So if you want more lift capacity have the dealer check out the system and ask them to install some shims, you will be surprised. P.S. The HDAP tires helps out alot to.

 

[tomnky]

We are always behind here!

You should see the look on some folks face when You ask about a product & they have obviously never heard of it, even though they are a Dealer for the Brand.

I think We must be the ones bringing up the rear. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif