I took delivery this week and I have to say I am very pleased with my decision. I debated between the Deere, Kubota and also considered the NH. I felt comfortable with my decision after driving all of them and I am not disappointed. I haven't had enough time to really learn its abilities and power, but the few times I tried to get in trouble, it reacted well to my efforts to save myself. Got stuck in a ditch with the bush hog in the full up position. No problem, just kicked in the MFWD and locked the rear wheels and I literally jumped out of the ditch! What a machine. I can recommend it unequivocally based on my first few hours, but I will check back at the end of the summer for an update.

Date Purchased: 6/2004
Purchased: New
Price Paid: US$16700
Pros: Controls well placed, plenty of power, MFWD is awesome, hydraulics are great, eHydro makes things easy
Cons: Plastic (but at least it won't rust) pricey, but worth it
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