k0ua
Epic Contributor
I started on a rather balky non-syncronized Gear model, but got used to it pretty quickly. It did have power steering. But I would recommend starting on a Hydrostat equipped Transmission. Like others have said, if you want to stop just take your foot off the pedal and it will come to a nice stop on its own, you dont even have to press the brakes. With power steering and a hydrostat it is actually easier than driving a car and somewhat more fun. Learning to run a Front End Loader takes a while longer. Most people can do something with one in 30 minutes. but to really get good with one can take a while. It just depends on the person. But to operate the 3 point hitch and the Power Take Off like for a rotary cutter (bush hog) only takes being shown how once, and you are usually off and running. Most dealers around here will put you on a tractor pretty quick for a test drive. All in all you will do fine. In my mind because you have expressed the fact you are not a macho "know it all" you are already well ahead of many others, and will probably have a safe operating experience. Good luck and enjoy your first "check ride"
James K0UA
James K0UA