Ok. I'm looking for a sub or compact tractor that can do it all. I'm kind of locked into the John Deere for the side by side pedal configuration and brand recognition. I will be purchasing a MMM and FEL as well. I cut about 2.5 acres that is partially wooded and will be using the FEL for hauling/getting wood, moving mulch and other odd jobs. I would love to go with the bigger 2032r but I have several very steep slopes that I have to cut parallel to the hill and also numerous trees and yard obstacles that I need to manuver around as well. So my main issues is slope stability and manuverability. I have seen on some forums that others have claimed that the 2032r (or old 2720) is more stable than the 1026r which is hard to believe considering how low the 1026r sits. I anticipate loading the tires and adding wheel spacers if necessary. Does the added weight of a 2032r make that much of a difference on the hills?