Great questions. I am 5' 3" and have rented some serious tractors to brush hog and barely lived to talk about it. The last year has been focused on looking at every tractor ad on Craigslist and researching for the perfect tractor to get the job done and fit my frame.
A man down the street was selling his used tractor and I took it for a drive. He was kind enough to drop by to look at my land and be honest enough to say "Don't buy my tractor, you need a 4 WD Kubota with Hydro and a FEL."
I debated and finally took the exciting plunge this week on the Kubota L3700 with quick attach bucket and easy 3 PT hitch set up. I also got the fluid in the tires for extra weight. The L3800 is replacing the L3700 so you can get a really good deal right now.
I laughed and asked the saleman that now that I have the Kubota do I really need a man too? He said, now that you have a tractor you are a real catch. Good luck and once you sit in the seat you will know if it's the tractor for you. The power will be there for your husband and the comfort and safety there for you.
Welcome fellow New Member - and my gosh at 5'3" you're quite tall (in my book). CONGRATS on the new tractor - sounds like you made a great choice! :thumbsup: