Beagles 72 #1 Posted February 24, 2015 Hi Looking for a little info on a 1973 model 8 with a k181s motor I am thinking of buying this tractor, looks really nice in the photos. What is your thoughts on this year and moel? Thanks for any input Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #2 Posted February 24, 2015 4 speed or 8 speed? I like the 8 speed version. ("normal" size tires & "long" frame) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #3 Posted February 24, 2015 I called them and they said four speed Do you think that would take a sickle mower ? The rig looks nice in the photos, his wife's dad got it new. They have all the manuals for it and also a trailer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #4 Posted February 25, 2015 What is the size difference in the 4 speed and 8 speed? Wlll the 4 speed still take most of the attachments I think I need to grab this rig Just wish it was a little bigger I would like to confront if it could take a side sickle Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #5 Posted February 25, 2015 4 speed or 8 speed? I like the 8 speed version. ("normal" size tires & "long" frame) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #6 Posted February 25, 2015 A few photos Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 4,498 #7 Posted February 25, 2015 (edited) Can you post some pics? Glenn lol,,,you beat me. Edited February 25, 2015 by JERSEYHAWG / Glenn 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,162 #8 Posted February 25, 2015 Shorter wheelbase / 6" front rims (vs. 8") and 10" rear rims (vs. 12") You could probably install a sickle bar mower but my experience with them mounted on a 3 or 4 speed tractor (no low range) is that the ground speed is too fast. There should be pictures of both (4 and 8 speed) models in the gallery. If it's a good price, buy it anyhow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #9 Posted February 25, 2015 What's your thought on 500 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slammer302 2,156 #10 Posted February 25, 2015 I have a b-80 and b-60 with a newer k181 pull start these are pretty much the same as what ur looking at and I love them both the b-80 is a 4 speed the b-60 is a 8 speed I wouldn't think its a deal breaker having the 4 speed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bean 85 #11 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) I've owned a couple of the "73 8hp 4 sps. it is a pretty small tractor. I ran a 42" deck and it handled it well. if you are over 5'8", I would look for a b80 or c81, etc. the "73 also has a combination clutch/brake pedal, instead of 2 separate pedals. if you are stopped on a hill with a load, it can be al little dangerous getting started again. rear tire choices are somewhat limited. there aren't any 20x8x10 ags for the 10" wheels, although you could use 10" atv tires I don't know what tractors sell for in your area, but I would think $500 is high. Edited February 26, 2015 by bean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beagles 72 #12 Posted February 26, 2015 Thanks, I passed on it, I thought the same thing it was a little small. It was a very clean rig one owner with all the books and a dump trailer It did sell the next day I will keep looking for one with a sickle mower as that is what I am looking for Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
