DaBear, If you have a 30 degree hill, I would not even consider the 500 series deere mower. They are not 4WD. The GR2110 will struggle pulling that hill if it is long. If it is short and you don't have the weight of the bagger, it may pull it. For the money, the BX is the way to go. As I said earlier, I have experience with both and hands down the BX wins. It may cost a little more but in the long run you will be happier.