Bush Hog GREAT BEND 2165 User manual

Great Bend®
Backhoes
Great Bend®
Backhoes
®
For 15 to 100
PTO HP Tractors
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Whether you dig construction footings
or holes for shrubs and decorative
trees, clean out field drainage, install
drainage tile, dig up stumps, trench or
ditch roads, you want more perform-
ance for all your jobs. Great Bend®
Backhoes deliver it.
Great Bend Backhoes handle these
jobs plus dozens of others. And they
give you more in:
Value
Productivity
Durability
Ease of operation
Get more performance for all your jobs
with Great Bend Backhoes.
Great Bend®
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More Performance
For All Your Jobs
More
Visibility
SAVE WITH MORE PERFORMANCE
GREAT BEND PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
(Compared to Popular Brands)
Digging forces Up to 29% greater
Size of key stress point on boom Up to 50% more steel
Foot room Up to 70% more
Visibility of work 30% narrower console
Comparisons based on published specifications and actual measurements, results can vary with models and brands.
More Digging Force
More Value When You Buy
Great Bend Backhoes deliver more value because
you get more performance for your jobs. More
durability. More style. More from smoother opera-
tion. More in digging forces. The differences
between Great Bend Backhoes and other brands
are important to you: up to 29% more digging
forces, up to 50% more steel in key stress areas of
the boom, up to 70% more foot room, up to 30%
more visibility. Don’t just take our word for it.
Experience the difference. Mount the operator’s
seat without having to sling your leg over it, see the
superior visibility, try out the spacious footrest,
grasp the easy-to-reach controls.
More Productivity
Great Bend Backhoes save time. They increase
productivity because they are easy to use, fast and
precise. The superior visibility they provide helps
get things done. The narrow console, carefully
thought out location of the valve, boom and dipper-
stick mean you see more so you can do more.
Smooth operation of Great Bend Backhoes makes
both the backhoe and operator more productive.
And reduces wear and tear on both. Smooth oper-
ation speeds up work. Once you experience the
smooth operation of Great Bend Backhoes you
won’t want to go back to the jerky motion of
out-of-date, high maintenance chain-wrap designs.
This smooth operation is delivered by unique
hydraulic metering and integral cylinder oil ports
that automatically cushion the dual swing
cylinders in the last 20 degrees of arc. They
eliminate the sudden stops that can shake the
backhoe, tractor and operator. Every movement
is fluid, gentle, precise.
The ability to do more than one operation at a time
speeds up work. All Great Bend Backhoes are
built with control valves on the boom and swing
cylinders that are rated at 8 gallons per minute.
The greater digging forces of Great Bend Backhoes
enhance productivity. Greater digging forces mean
you can do more work with each cycle. Multiplied
across the number of cycles used to complete a
job, the savings adds up to real efficiency. Digging
forces of Great Bend Backhoes are as much as
29% greater than competitors.
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Smooth operation of Great Bend Backhoes makes
both the backhoe and operator more productive.
And reduces wear and tear on both. Smooth oper-
ation speeds up work. Once you experience the
smooth operation of Great Bend Backhoes you
won’t want to go back to the jerky motion of
out-of-date, high maintenance chain-wrap designs.
This smooth operation is delivered by unique
hydraulic metering and integral cylinder oil ports
that automatically cushion the dual swing
cylinders in the last 20 degrees of arc. They
eliminate the sudden stops that can shake the
backhoe, tractor and operator. Every movement
is fluid, gentle, precise.
The ability to do more than one operation at a time
speeds up work. All Great Bend Backhoes are
built with control valves on the boom and swing
cylinders that are rated at 8 gallons per minute.
The greater digging forces of Great Bend Backhoes
enhance productivity. Greater digging forces mean
you can do more work with each cycle. Multiplied
across the number of cycles used to complete a
job, the savings adds up to real efficiency. Digging
forces of Great Bend Backhoes are as much as
29% greater than competitors.
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Save Stress
Save Maintenance
Great Bend®
Backhoes
More Durability
You can see the durability built into Great Bend
Backhoes. Large, boxed construction that delivers
maximum strength is used in key stress areas of the
dipperstick. Boom stress areas are 50% larger than
some competition. High-grade steel is used through-
out. Relief valves protect cylinders. It is easy to reach
the control valve. Buckets are made in the Great
Bend factory and feature a 2-1/2-inch thick welded
cutting edge for added strength. Regular duty buckets
for the 652 feature replaceable tooth tips. Heavy-duty
buckets have removable teeth for a smooth cutting
edge. Both regular duty and commercial grade buck-
ets for the 2165 and 2175 have removable bucket
teeth for a smooth cutting edge. Both regular duty
and commercial grade buckets for the 2185 and
2195 feature replaceable bucket tooth tips.
More In Ease Of Operation
Operators are an integral part of backhoe operations.
Great Bend Backhoes have features that reduce oper-
ator fatigue for maximum productivity through long
days. The platform provides more room for feet—up
to 70% more than a competitive brand. Feet are kept
secure on the footrest by vertical plates and perforat-
ed flooring. The open space around the seat means
operators can mount and dismount the seat without
having to sling a leg over it. Seats adjust fore and aft
as well as up and down for comfort and an easy
reach to the controls. The jerkiness that makes many
backhoes infamous is eliminated. Great Bend
Backhoes also eliminate the fatigue of straining to
see work and stretching to reach controls.
Perfect Match
For Tractor And Job
Great Bend Backhoes deliver maximum performance.
You get all the lift, reach and digging power you need
in a backhoe. Great Bend Backhoes fit your tractor
like a glove. They fit literally hundreds of tractor
models. Large models for heavy-duty farm and
fieldwork fit tractor three-point hitches and deliver
maximum digging performance on the farm.
Models for compact tractors mount on subframes.
They bring a new standard of digging power,
versatility and ease of operation to landscape and
construction operations.
See the visibility, feel the
smooth operation at your
Great Bend dealer.
2165
For 25 - 35
PTO HP
Tractors
2175
For 25 - 50
PTO HP
Tractors
2185
For 35 -100
PTO HP
Tractors
2195
For 55 -100
PTO HP
Tractors
652
For 15-35
PTO HP
Tractors
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Perfect Match
For Tractor And Job
Great Bend Backhoes deliver maximum performance.
You get all the lift, reach and digging power you need
in a backhoe. Great Bend Backhoes fit your tractor
like a glove. They fit literally hundreds of tractor
models. Large models for heavy-duty farm and
fieldwork fit tractor three-point hitches and deliver
maximum digging performance on the farm.
Models for compact tractors mount on subframes.
They bring a new standard of digging power,
versatility and ease of operation to landscape and
construction operations.
See the visibility, feel the
smooth operation at your
Great Bend dealer.
GET MORE DIGGING FORCES
Compared To Popular Brand
GREAT BEND DIGGING FORCE DIGGING FORCE
MODEL AT BUCKET AT DIPPERSTICK
2165 24% more 19% more
2175 35% more 25% more
2185 8% more same
2195 2% more 3% more
Comparisons based on published specifications and actual measurements, results can vary with models and brands.
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1 More Operator Productivity Great Bend
Backhoes help make operators more productive. They
provide 70% more room for operator’s feet. Operators
can mount the seat without having to sling one leg
over it. The seat adjusts fore and aft, up and down.
Controls are easy to reach. Visibility is 30% better.
2 Easy Valve Access Valves are located at the
foot of the console and are easy to access. Only high
quality valves and hoses are used.
3 Cylinders Protected For Long Life
Cylinders on all Great Bend Backhoes are protected
by relief valves.
4 Secure Operator Footing Vertical plates
and a perforated floor on the operator’s platform
make footing more secure.
5 Top Quality Cylinders The top quality
cylinders used on all Great Bend Backhoes deliver
fast response and long-term durability.
6 Three Point Hitch And Subframe
Mounts Are Easy To Use
Great Bend
Backhoes fit literally hundreds of tractor models
and all major brands. Three-point hitch is used
for large models, sub frame mounts are used for
compact models.
7 Independent Power Backhoe hydraulics
can be delivered by optional pump kits. Attachment
is quick and easy.
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Great Bend Backhoes deliver more
performance: up to 29% greater digging
forces; up to 50% more steel in key stress
areas of the boom; up to 70% more foot
room; up to 30% more visibility of work.
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Smoother,
More Precise Operation.
Dual swing cylinders, unique
hydraulic metering and integral
cylinder oil ports automatically
cushion the cylinders in the last
20 degrees of arc for fluid,
precise movements.
More Durability
Rugged design and construction
of the dipperstick means
long-term durability. Boxed
construction spreads load
forces over four surfaces.
More Productivity
Great Bend Backhoes
perform multiple functions
simultaneously.
More Digging Forces
More digging forces means more
work done per cycle. Great Bend
Backhoes provide up to 29% more
digging forces.
Great Bend®Built Buckets
Great Bend makes its own backhoe
buckets. They feature 2-1/2-inch
thick welded cutting edges. Regular
duty buckets for the 652 feature
replaceable tooth tips. Heavy-duty
buckets have removable teeth for a
smooth cutting edge. Both regular duty
and commercial grade buckets for the
2165 and 2175 have removable teeth
for a smooth cutting edge.
Both regular duty
and commercial
grade buckets for
the 2185 and
2195 feature
replaceable
tooth tips.
More Stability
Great Bend Backhoes are more
stable in the field and on the
street. They are equipped with
strong outriggers with flip-over
field or street pads. Optional
bolt-on street pads are avail-
able for hard surfaces.
Sizes and colors that match your tractor
Great Bend Backhoes match your job, your tractor and your tractor
color for more performance and an attractive appearance.
More Strength In Booms
Great Bend Backhoes offer
more boom strength. They
feature up to 50% thicker
steel at key stress points.
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Dealer Info:
©April 2006 Bush Hog, LLC
GREAT BEND®BACKHOES
Compact Backhoes for Landscaping & Contracting Applications 652 2165 2175
Maximum Digging Depth 7’0” 7’0” 8’0”
Digging Depth (two foot flat bottom) 6’6” 6’6” 7’6”
Swing Arc 180 ° 180 ° 180 °
Loading Height (bucket at 60 ° )5’0” 4’4” 5’4”
Reach From Center LIne of Swing Pivot 8’6” 9’4” 10’0”
Transport Height (maximum) 4’11” 5’6” 6’7”
Bucket Rotation 180 ° 180 ° 180 °
Loading Reach (bucket at 60 ° )3’2” 4’6” 3’9”
Transport Overhang 3’5” 3’8” 3’9”
Undercut 2’4” 2’6” 2’9”
Stabilizer Spread (down position) 6’6” 7’2” 7’2”
Stabilizer Spread (up position) 3’11” 3’7” 3’7”
Bucket Cylinder Digging Force 2450 lbs 2970 lbs 3380 lbs
Dipperstick Cylinder Digging Force 1250 lbs 1480 lbs 2240 lbs
Craning Force (boom lift ability) 654 lbs 350 lbs 675 lbs
Angle of departure (subframe mounted) 18 ° 17 ° 18 °
Hydraulic Volume Requirements 4 to 5 GPM 6 GPM 6 to 8 GPM
Hydraulic Pressure Requirements 2250 psi 2400 psi 2400 psi
Recommended Tractor PTO HP Requirements 15-35 25-35 25-50
Reinforced Buckets (regular duty & commercial grade buckets) Yes Yes Yes
Removable Bucket Teeth (regular duty & commercial grade buckets) Yes* Yes Yes
*Heavy duty buckets only
Big Backhoe for Farm & Field Applications 2185 2195
Maximum Digging Depth 9’0” 10’0”
Digging Depth (two foot flat bottom) 8’6” 9’6”
Swing Arc 180 ° 180 °
Loading Height (bucket at 60 ° )6’8” 7’6”
Reach From Center LIne of Swing Pivot 11’1” 12’4”
Transport Height (maximum) 6’11” 8’0”
Bucket Rotation 180 ° 180 °
Loading Reach (bucket at 60 ° )4’1” 4’7”
Transport Overhang 4’5” 4’9”
Undercut 3’0” 3’0”
Stabilizer Spread (down position) 8’9” 8’9”
Stabilizer Spread (up position) 4’7” 4’7”
Bucket Cylinder Digging Force 4023 lbs 4668 lbs
Bucket Cylinder Digging Force (in “power dig” position) 4319 lbs 4853 lbs
Dipperstick Cylinder Digging Force 2445 lbs 3261 lbs
Craning Force (boom lift ability) 800 lbs 1000 lbs
Angle of Departure 18 ° 18 °
Hydraulic Volume Requirements 6 to 8 GPM 6 to 8 GPM
Hydraulic Pressure Requirements 2400 psi 2400 psi
Recommended Tractor PTO HP Requirements 35-100 55-100
Reinforced Buckets (regular duty and commercial grade buckets) Yes Yes
Replaceable Bucket Tooth Tips (regular duty and commercial grade buckets) Yes Yes
Great Bend®Manufacturing Company
A division of Bush Hog, L.L.C.
101 Bush Hog Boulevard T
elford, TN 37690
(423) 788--7100
®www.greatbendmfg.com
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