Trying to decide on a JD SST18 (Spin Steer) replacement - X384 or ZTrak Z540R

[nikdfish]

Finally got to pick up the x394! It has been a bit over 2 weeks since signing the check & recent weather didn't help any. It took over a week to get it in from the other store to the local branch.

Since dealer local delivery times have been slammed, I opted to pick it up with the little trailer. It pretty much fills it up.

but still had enough room to get the straps on & tight.

Really nice set up - I had totally missed that the steering wheel has a tilt function in addition to power steering.

I also hadn't really realized just how wide a stance the rear wheels had. It should really make for good stability on a slope.

The ground is still a bit soft from snow-melt, but it should only be a day or so before I can do the first cutting of the year.

Nick

 

[Richard001]

Wow that looks nice. Is that 4 wheel steering?

 

[nikdfish]

Wow that looks nice. Is that 4 wheel steering?

Yep, kinda feels like driving a forklift at times ...

The cast iron axle mounts front & rear add to the overall weight, 755 lb w/48 deck.

 

[Tractorable]

Nice! I have an X590 with EFI, fly-by-wire throttle, power steering, and diff locked K72. I love mowing my lawn now and the X590 is completely wife-friendly. Just turn the key at any temperature and it fires right up.

 

[crazyal]

Nice! I have to say I enjoy my Deere mower. I bet you will enjoy yours. Not that I want to be picky but your straps aren't set up correctly. When they go sideways like that they really don't hold much weight. When I trailer mine I run the straps from the front trailer hooks to the rear of the tractor and from the rear hooks to the front of the tractor. The only reason I point it out is I would hate to see anything happen to your band new machine.