Chris you asked about RFM That tractor can handle a 6' if that's what will fit your property 5' may be more appropriate easier to negotiate around and such,then you have to decide whether or not you want rear discharge or side discharge depending on your mowing pattern ,personally I like rear discharge,grass wouldn't have to go from one end of deck to other end to get out from under mower perhaps leaving a row of freshly mown grass or if its damp it could ball up in clumps out of the chute (not very attractive)I'm sure rear discharge has its own troubles with damp grass like getting thrown to one side before exiting at rear causing a line or row also(moral of story mow when its dry)...
Then you have to decide on brand of mower landpride$,bushog$,excellent mowers but exspensive,first choice,kingkutter,and more than I can think of right now.I have an older 6' kingkutter that mows fine And havn't had much trouble with it,it has one belt for all blades stout deck & spindles ,wheel & axle could be better(bushing on bolt w/grease).I would like a new one but not ready yet..You'll just have to get out there and kick some tires and pick one you think will fit your situation best.Bearings are better than bushings if you can get them except when your replacing them /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif$$ but they should last longer /forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif Good luck REDRYDER...Mark
