X530/X540 Qustions

[Eric Barney]

Looking around the forums, you can find lots of complaints about the K46, & K58 hydro transmissions. None about the K72's found in the X5's They are significantly more HD than their smaller cousins. They are also designed to be serviced, with a filter built in. Built to last, and perform heavy work like: pulling, and plowing. Just another reason I chose the X540.

 

[MariahZ212]

I know. I could not believe when I found it. He had a diesel gator and the 540 that he got in return from some work he did for a guy that was getting a divorce. He was asking $4500, but I saw no reason to really negotiate as it was a good deal to begin with. It is complete overkill for what I generally mow, but I could not pass it up. Inwas actually looking at a 300 or 320. Powerflow bagger works on the leaves as we have 37 oak trees. I had a Craftsman for 11 years and the deck pin kept slipping. The Kohler engine was still good and the mower was actually in perfect condition. I gave it to my Father in Law to use. The baby moon hub caps are completely over the top, but they came with the mower. There is a difference in JD and other mowers!

 

[TnWV]

Thats a good looking machine and you got a great deal to boot. Right place at the right time. Since my mower died on me I just decided to quit looking and go ahead and buy new. So far I love my 530! You are right about a difference in JD mowers. I couldn't find another rider that was anywhere near as nice and some were not much cheaper either. I hope it serves me well. Problem is, no rain equals the grass will not grow and I can't use it, I do want to get the 14 bushel Bagger and power flow system before next spring. I think it will be about $1,300. Do you feel it's a quality unit worth the price?

 

[MariahZ212]

It is expensive, but is easy to install. The power flow works well. The bags fill up quickly and there is some blow out. The "fill gauge" is useless to me as I can never see it while mowing. I would recommend it unless you have a yard goat

 

[Boris1]

I know. I could not believe when I found it. He had a diesel gator and the 540 that he got in return from some work he did for a guy that was getting a divorce. He was asking $4500, but I saw no reason to really negotiate as it was a good deal to begin with. It is complete overkill for what I generally mow, but I could not pass it up. Inwas actually looking at a 300 or 320. Powerflow bagger works on the leaves as we have 37 oak trees. I had a Craftsman for 11 years and the deck pin kept slipping. The Kohler engine was still good and the mower was actually in perfect condition. I gave it to my Father in Law to use. The baby moon hub caps are completely over the top, but they came with the mower. There is a difference in JD and other mowers!

Nice looking tractor, Any idea what model gator he had and what he wanted for it?

 

[MariahZ212]

I purchased this late last year and the Gator is sold.

 

[DeereNYC]

Been doing research and reading the threads. I am deciding between the x530 and x540 as well. Currently i have two offers on the table. x530 for $6250 and x540 for $6850. They are both before taxes, hdap tires, 48" deck, delivery and setup included. Its a $600 difference between the two. So is LC engine, better looking hood, tilt steering, front weight bracket, 21" seat worth $600 more. Is there anything else different between the two i may have missed? Thanks again guys and great forum.

 

[JDTank]

Been doing research and reading the threads. I am deciding between the x530 and x540 as well. Currently i have two offers on the table. x530 for $6250 and x540 for $6850. They are both before taxes, hdap tires, 48" deck, delivery and setup included. Its a $600 difference between the two. So is LC engine, better looking hood, tilt steering, front weight bracket, 21" seat worth $600 more. Is there anything else different between the two i may have missed? Thanks again guys and great forum.

For the price difference, yes. Your only paying $600 more, a lot of people get dinged an extra $1,000 to step up to the X540.

 

[DeereNYC]

Thanks. Is $6850 a good price or should i try and work it down?

 

[Eric Barney]

Thanks. Is $6850 a good price or should i try and work it down?

That is a bit less than I paid for my X540. I am very pleased with my choice as well. The liquid cooled engine is worth the extra $$ imo. It has plenty of power, is very quiet, and runs very cool. My X540 feels and works like a tractor that also cuts grass. Not just a riding mower, It is a real work horse and a pleasure to use.