I am debating btwn the GC 2400 and the JD 2305 and the BX2300. Here is a quote I rceived last week
The GC2400 with DL100(curved frame like JD and Kubota) loader, Grill guard, R4 industrial tires, 60" mmm. List $16436.00* Your cost $14172.00 w/ (financing?)
A better price than was posted on this thread. Anyway, I am waiting for this dealer to give me a call when he has it in stock so I can check it out. The drawback with the 2300 was the seat comfort and position of the loader control--was "reaching" for it versus the JD--very comfortable seat and with the JD loader control you could keep your arm tucked by your side---far more comfortable. Same with the Kubota but just a little less comfortable than the Deere but far more comfort than the MF. With alot of mowing and loader work it comfort is definately a factor. I know the JD came in 1k more ( I guess 2" of mower deck width and a wider bucket is what you get for your grand) than the others but if this is a purchase that will be around for 10-20 yrs, to me its worth it.
So , with all that said it looks like MF didnt upgrade the seat and I will be checking out the loader control position and overall comfort when I get a test drive. If anyone cnan address these issues or has or will be taking the 2400 for a test please post