Jd2210man, I had the exact same reaction last week when my 2210 was delivered. I took the day off to receive the tractor and to mow my lawn and when I saw it being trailored up my driveway, I thought they had shipped a 4310 instead. /forums/images/graemlins/shocked.gif Fortunately, once I sat in the seat and drove it around my lawn, I realized the size was just right! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif I had previously owned a GX345 and was surprised at how much more comfortable and stable the 2210 was for me on my sloped yard. I guess the larger tire size (height for ride and width for stability)probably helps out both of these issues.