I have one and I got it in 2021. I most use it for making trails and cutting firewood for the winter heating about 7 cords a year plus anything that comes up. I like it alot I have about 200 hours on it no problems at all
I'm coming up on 100 hours on mine now. I initially used it for site work after I built my log home, but now I mostly use it mostly for mowing about 1.5 acres and some other random tractor duties that come up. And its also been great in the winter for snow removal. Its been a great purchase tho. Its the perfect tractor for my situation.
I actually purchased the same mirrors you have on your tractor for my BOBCAT CT 1021. I love those mirrors and they work great. Great video and advise.
I got the mirrors as a xmas gift from my in-laws. I like them, but I find that I don't really use them much. But they're good to have even for occasional use. I think I'll use them more during the winter months as I'm clearing snow.
I purchase mine mirrors about a year ago. They are handy when I 'm using my loader or snow blowing near my driveway exit. which is near a country highway. Also handy when operating tractor in general. I like being able to see all around me when engaged in work around the homestead.
I got a 2018 with 15 hrs on it for 9k. Gotta love divorce settlements. I have 1 acre and it has done just fine. A friend has 5 acres no tractor just a ride on mower. The 1st year he believed the tractor should've been bigger. It's done enough work on his 5 acres to make him a believer.
Wow.. thats a score. $9k with only 15 hours. Congrats. Ya.. I'm loving this tractor. I always knew I "wanted" one.. but it wasn't until I could actually justify it that I made the move. Super happy with it. Was out doing work with it all day today.
@@randomstuffwithjoe got lucky scanning facebook one night. Thought it was a scam but figured what the heck. Nope woman wanted off the property the next day. Love mine. I look for stuff to do so i can toss on some headphones and zone out.
Like most men, I want more hp. Something bigger. Looking at a used JD 1025r for 16k. Run across one of these used for 13k. Something to think about! Enjoyed your video!
For my usage, HP would really only effect using the rear PTO, which I’m almost certain to never use. I’d ideally like more loader lift capacity but I’d have to jump up in tractor size to the B-series and honestly I don’t "really" need it, its more of a "want". The bx1880 has been a solid tractor for my needs.
As far as mowing is concerned I actually purchased a new zero turn mower before I bought the BX and once you have a zero turn mower you will never own anything else. I have about 2 acres of grass and the the zero turn can easily cut over 2 hours off the mowing time or more.
I’ve heard that before. But if you can only have one machine, I feel like the tractor is a more versatile and practical choice. And considering I’ve never had anything but push mowers.. the bx is a huge upgrade.
@@randomstuffwithjoe Oh I totally agree with you but my wife actually bought me the BX tractor for my second retirement and I had the zero turn because I got a great deal at Tractor Supply because my Daughter worked there and I saved a few hundred bucks with her discount. I'm 71 now and couldn't deal with a walk behind snow blower any longer. I put a rear blade on my BX and also a ABS pipe on the bottom to protect my gravel drive. Those spacers will be your best friend once you pull that trigger.
Thanks for the video, SmartDawg mentioned the wheel weights in his comment and Honestly they do more to bring the center of gravity lower to the ground and that helps prevent tip over . The suitcase weights are convenient but once the wheel weights are on you could get rid of them and use your hitch. It's all about how high the weights are mounted that counts .
I considered wheel weights.. but the suitcase weights seem to be working fine for my needs and I don't think I actually need them at this point. And I'm still able to use the hitch as is. I think wheel spacers would be a good in vestment tho. But I'm not sure I need them either. So I guess its more of a "want" than a "need". lol. But I love this little machine.. its such a great tool. Thx for watching. 🙂
New Subscriber and I've had my 1880 for just over 3 years and I absolutely Love it. I do wish I would have bought the 2380 only because I could have used the back hoe many times. I do have the wheel weights and the spacers. The spacers have pretty much taken away any tipping. I make sure my ROPS are up and always where the seat belt as it will keep you in the tractor if it did tip over.
I am looking at a BX1880. I have one 17.6 degree slope in my yard that I need to mower up and down. Plus I need to be able to tow a cart (25 cubic feet) filled with leaves down the slope. There are flat areas at the top and bottom to turn around in so I don't have to worry about tipping. Where did you get wheel weights and spacers from?
Thx. I've seen a couple of RUclips videos of DIY loaders on zero turns. Looked cool. Having a tractor is super handy. Definitely a great investment if you can justify the purchase.. which I did.
Nice video of your accomplishments with the Kubota Joe. The house and yard look great. Thanks for sharing. I would definitely look into the wheel spacers. It will make a big difference for your stability... Dan 😊
@@danielrapoza8468 Thx Dan. The spacers are definitely on the list of things to do. But the tractor has turned out to be a great investment. I actually wanted a tractor even before I "needed" one. lol. But justifying it to the wife was what sealed the deal. 🤣
You can be proud of what you've done with that tractor, Joe. Have you attached any rear implements such as ripper or grader blade? I'm looking at buying one of these tractors, & want whatever implements it will take to get my lawn as smooth as yours!
Thx for watching. I used a Heavy Hitch landscape rake for some of the work. I realized about halfway thru that it was easier to back drag the bucket for grading. I ended up selling the rake when the job was completed. I hear a box blade does a nice job, but I don't have any personal experience with it. I'd like to get a grapple at some point.
I had the same issue with the snapped loader pin. I think it’s a flaw in the design. My parking arm stop on that side also bent. My local dealer would not cover it under warranty. $250. It wasn’t the dealership I purchased it through though to be fair. Overall great for my .85 acres. Great for plowing snow.
My dealer was pretty good about repairing it under warranty. I'm pretty sure it was beginners error on my part tho. I haven't had any other issues. I was hoping to try snow plowing with it last winter, but we had a very mild winter (unusual in my area) and I didn't get to use it at all for snow. Hopefully this winter I'll get to play in the snow.
Thx. I haven't really found that I need more weight as of yet. I have the Heavy Hitch.. and 4 suitcase weights right now. I still have room on the hitch to add 4 more suitcase weights if needed.. but I'll take things as they come. Its a great little machine tho. Thx for watching.
I've never actually measured it. Sorry I can't help. I'm sure its available on the Kubota website specs tho. If I think of it.. I'll try to take a rough measurement over the weekend since I'll be doing some work around the house with it.
@@randomstuffwithjoe I found the tractor specs but not with the loader. If you measure it, I would like to know the tractor with loader, no bucket. Thanks for the response, and if I buy its probably based on your video!
We have 4 acres, but 2 acres are protected by conservation so I can't really disturb it. So we are maintaining around 2 acres with the bx1880 and I haven't found any reason for needing a larger tractor. It's been fantastic.
I have this exact machine and the ONLY issue I've had so far was, the rear tire valve stems deteriorated because of the beet juice disolved the rubber valve stems and the shrader valve literally shot out of the stem. You may want to inquire with your dealer about it. My dealer replaced mine with metal valve stems because of the issue. I bought mine in 2023, maybe you're ok. My dealer told me they got some with bad valve stems. Other than that small issue, I LOVE my 1880.
These small utility tractors do what they are designed to do.
I have one and I got it in 2021. I most use it for making trails and cutting firewood for the winter heating about 7 cords a year plus anything that comes up. I like it alot I have about 200 hours on it no problems at all
I'm coming up on 100 hours on mine now. I initially used it for site work after I built my log home, but now I mostly use it mostly for mowing about 1.5 acres and some other random tractor duties that come up. And its also been great in the winter for snow removal. Its been a great purchase tho. Its the perfect tractor for my situation.
I actually purchased the same mirrors you have on your tractor for my BOBCAT CT 1021. I love those mirrors and they work great. Great video and advise.
I got the mirrors as a xmas gift from my in-laws. I like them, but I find that I don't really use them much. But they're good to have even for occasional use. I think I'll use them more during the winter months as I'm clearing snow.
I purchase mine mirrors about a year ago. They are handy when I 'm using my loader or snow blowing near my driveway exit. which is near a country highway. Also handy when operating tractor in general. I like being able to see all around me when engaged in work around the homestead.
I got a 2018 with 15 hrs on it for 9k. Gotta love divorce settlements. I have 1 acre and it has done just fine. A friend has 5 acres no tractor just a ride on mower. The 1st year he believed the tractor should've been bigger. It's done enough work on his 5 acres to make him a believer.
Wow.. thats a score. $9k with only 15 hours. Congrats. Ya.. I'm loving this tractor. I always knew I "wanted" one.. but it wasn't until I could actually justify it that I made the move. Super happy with it. Was out doing work with it all day today.
@@randomstuffwithjoe got lucky scanning facebook one night. Thought it was a scam but figured what the heck. Nope woman wanted off the property the next day. Love mine. I look for stuff to do so i can toss on some headphones and zone out.
Like most men, I want more hp. Something bigger. Looking at a used JD 1025r for 16k. Run across one of these used for 13k. Something to think about! Enjoyed your video!
For my usage, HP would really only effect using the rear PTO, which I’m almost certain to never use. I’d ideally like more loader lift capacity but I’d have to jump up in tractor size to the B-series and honestly I don’t "really" need it, its more of a "want". The bx1880 has been a solid tractor for my needs.
@@randomstuffwithjoe And I say for most part it would do all I really need it to do also.. Thanks for your reply.
As far as mowing is concerned I actually purchased a new zero turn mower before I bought the BX and once you have a zero turn mower you will never own anything else. I have about 2 acres of grass and the the zero turn can easily cut over 2 hours off the mowing time or more.
I’ve heard that before. But if you can only have one machine, I feel like the tractor is a more versatile and practical choice. And considering I’ve never had anything but push mowers.. the bx is a huge upgrade.
@@randomstuffwithjoe Oh I totally agree with you but my wife actually bought me the BX tractor for my second retirement and I had the zero turn because I got a great deal at Tractor Supply because my Daughter worked there and I saved a few hundred bucks with her discount. I'm 71 now and couldn't deal with a walk behind snow blower any longer. I put a rear blade on my BX and also a ABS pipe on the bottom to protect my gravel drive. Those spacers will be your best friend once you pull that trigger.
Zero turn mowers are great...
Thanks for the video, SmartDawg mentioned the wheel weights in his comment and Honestly they do more to bring the center of gravity lower to the ground and that helps prevent tip over . The suitcase weights are convenient but once the wheel weights are on you could get rid of them and use your hitch. It's all about how high the weights are mounted that counts .
I considered wheel weights.. but the suitcase weights seem to be working fine for my needs and I don't think I actually need them at this point. And I'm still able to use the hitch as is. I think wheel spacers would be a good in vestment tho. But I'm not sure I need them either. So I guess its more of a "want" than a "need". lol. But I love this little machine.. its such a great tool. Thx for watching. 🙂
New Subscriber and I've had my 1880 for just over 3 years and I absolutely Love it. I do wish I would have bought the 2380 only because I could have used the back hoe many times. I do have the wheel weights and the spacers. The spacers have pretty much taken away any tipping. I make sure my ROPS are up and always where the seat belt as it will keep you in the tractor if it did tip over.
Thx for watching. Happy you’re enjoying your bx too. 😀
I am looking at a BX1880. I have one 17.6 degree slope in my yard that I need to mower up and down. Plus I need to be able to tow a cart (25 cubic feet) filled with leaves down the slope. There are flat areas at the top and bottom to turn around in so I don't have to worry about tipping. Where did you get wheel weights and spacers from?
I have the same tractor but I got it in 2021. I have 127 hours on it no problems at all. Plenty of tractor for me
Same. No issues. It’s been rock solid and reliable.
Wheres all your Paul Short mods? I love all of mine. Paul & Kathy are the best. Their stuff, imo, looks as good or better than oem.
huh?
@@randomstuffwithjoe RUclipsr Paul Short he does Kubota modifications a bunch of them.
@@kahvac Oh I've never heard of him. Now I have to go look him up. 🤣
Very nice Joe. Homestead is looking amazing! I’d like to have a front loader myself. Probably wouldn’t work to well on my zero turn lol.
Thx. I've seen a couple of RUclips videos of DIY loaders on zero turns. Looked cool. Having a tractor is super handy. Definitely a great investment if you can justify the purchase.. which I did.
Nice video of your accomplishments with the Kubota Joe. The house and yard look great. Thanks for sharing. I would definitely look into the wheel spacers. It will make a big difference for your stability... Dan 😊
@@danielrapoza8468 Thx Dan. The spacers are definitely on the list of things to do. But the tractor has turned out to be a great investment. I actually wanted a tractor even before I "needed" one. lol. But justifying it to the wife was what sealed the deal. 🤣
You can be proud of what you've done with that tractor, Joe. Have you attached any rear implements such as ripper or grader blade? I'm looking at buying one of these tractors, & want whatever implements it will take to get my lawn as smooth as yours!
Thx for watching. I used a Heavy Hitch landscape rake for some of the work. I realized about halfway thru that it was easier to back drag the bucket for grading. I ended up selling the rake when the job was completed. I hear a box blade does a nice job, but I don't have any personal experience with it. I'd like to get a grapple at some point.
I had the same issue with the snapped loader pin. I think it’s a flaw in the design. My parking arm stop on that side also bent. My local dealer would not cover it under warranty. $250. It wasn’t the dealership I purchased it through though to be fair. Overall great for my .85 acres. Great for plowing snow.
My dealer was pretty good about repairing it under warranty. I'm pretty sure it was beginners error on my part tho. I haven't had any other issues. I was hoping to try snow plowing with it last winter, but we had a very mild winter (unusual in my area) and I didn't get to use it at all for snow. Hopefully this winter I'll get to play in the snow.
I have a 2008 1850 with over 1000 hrs and it runs as good as new..
Awesome to hear. That makes me feel like I have many many years of reliable use with my 1880. 😀
Smart man right here!
Thx for watching.
nice view of the cemetery. do you do any grave digging?
When going down hills put the tractor in low gear and go slow.
Add a set of Kubota rear wheel weights (BX8113)
Thx. I haven't really found that I need more weight as of yet. I have the Heavy Hitch.. and 4 suitcase weights right now. I still have room on the hitch to add 4 more suitcase weights if needed.. but I'll take things as they come. Its a great little machine tho. Thx for watching.
What is the overall length with the bucket? And without it attached?
I've never actually measured it. Sorry I can't help. I'm sure its available on the Kubota website specs tho. If I think of it.. I'll try to take a rough measurement over the weekend since I'll be doing some work around the house with it.
@@randomstuffwithjoe I found the tractor specs but not with the loader. If you measure it, I would like to know the tractor with loader, no bucket. Thanks for the response, and if I buy its probably based on your video!
What's the area of your property. I've got 1.8 acres and Im considering this tractor.
We have 4 acres, but 2 acres are protected by conservation so I can't really disturb it. So we are maintaining around 2 acres with the bx1880 and I haven't found any reason for needing a larger tractor. It's been fantastic.
What is the weight capacity for the front loader?> ty
Kubota specs say 684lbs. All the bx tractor models have the same lift capacity.
@@randomstuffwithjoe thank you for the reply 👍
I have this exact machine and the ONLY issue I've had so far was, the rear tire valve stems deteriorated because of the beet juice disolved the rubber valve stems and the shrader valve literally shot out of the stem. You may want to inquire with your dealer about it. My dealer replaced mine with metal valve stems because of the issue. I bought mine in 2023, maybe you're ok. My dealer told me they got some with bad valve stems. Other than that small issue, I LOVE my 1880.
My tires aren’t filled so I’m probably ok. Just air… lol