JDTank
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So, has everyone seen the new X700 series machines?
Scroll down a little more than half-way for photos:
http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=250573&page=9
At first I didn't like it, but now that I have spent the day searching for information, I am pleased with it.
It seems the standard yellow decks are now discontinued for this machine. From now on, every X700 model will come standard with a HC deck (High Capacity) It is identical to the 7-Iron, except that it is 9 gauge steel, and the Auto-connect feature IS AVAILABLE! So basically, every X700 will now be standard with a 7-iron deck, but with thinner steel, and you will gain AutoConnect. Definitely getting more for your money here. The decks will be yellow now instead of green.
I agree with the decision to lighten the gauge of the mower deck. 7 gauge makes for a very heavy thick mower, and even at 9 gauge, it is more than enough thickness for durability and strength.
I for one am excited about this. I am going to try and talk my in-laws into buying my X748 off of me so I can pick one of these up without a loss. I am very interested to see what other changes this machine brings. Apparently the issue with grass clogging the screens on these machines has been resolved now. If you look, the screens are part of the hood now.
I already phoned my dealer and told them to phone me as soon as I can order one, guess I will be the guinea pig!
Scroll down a little more than half-way for photos:
http://www.mytractorforum.com/showthread.php?t=250573&page=9
At first I didn't like it, but now that I have spent the day searching for information, I am pleased with it.
It seems the standard yellow decks are now discontinued for this machine. From now on, every X700 model will come standard with a HC deck (High Capacity) It is identical to the 7-Iron, except that it is 9 gauge steel, and the Auto-connect feature IS AVAILABLE! So basically, every X700 will now be standard with a 7-iron deck, but with thinner steel, and you will gain AutoConnect. Definitely getting more for your money here. The decks will be yellow now instead of green.
I agree with the decision to lighten the gauge of the mower deck. 7 gauge makes for a very heavy thick mower, and even at 9 gauge, it is more than enough thickness for durability and strength.
I for one am excited about this. I am going to try and talk my in-laws into buying my X748 off of me so I can pick one of these up without a loss. I am very interested to see what other changes this machine brings. Apparently the issue with grass clogging the screens on these machines has been resolved now. If you look, the screens are part of the hood now.
I already phoned my dealer and told them to phone me as soon as I can order one, guess I will be the guinea pig!