Bought mine in 09 after looking at a lot of tractors. Once JD came out with the e series it was much more in line with what I wanted to spend. I bought for loader work but mostly to shred the lot next to me. Of course I live in central Texas and 09 we didn't get much rain and you all know what it is like now. So I don't get to use it as much as I would like. I have used it to clear the lot, spread dirt and landscape. I love the tractor.
Don't be misled that the loader cannot be taken off ,,, although not a quick disconnect , there is a parking stand available, just park loader and drive pins out