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After talking with the local John Deere dealer, he advised that I get a GX255 Garden Tractor that has a locking diff. and 50% more torque than the L130. He also told me the L130 wouldn't last 5 years and that it was made only to compete with lower end stuff.

Luckily, I was able to return the John Deere to Home Depot. I had only used it once to mow the lot once (4.7 hours). So, I am back at square one. Thanks to the advise on this forum, I am becoming more educated.

Thus far, I have read recommendations for a Ventrac 3000 and a Wright Stander for slopes. However, these are very expensive...

The JD GX255 is $6,500 as well, but the Ventrac is over $9,000. I did see a used JD X585 for around $8,200 with only 20 hours on it.

I'd love to have some of these machines, but just not sure I need to invest all that money. On the other hand, I can't put a price on safety.

Re Need 4WD for mowing a sloped lot but not much more
John Deere Tractors
Replies 7 Post by dadoffourkids

45 degree angle. Thats great! In fact, I had to leave part of the hill for my Shindaiwa Grass Trimmer because I was afraid to mow it with the John Deere.

Luckily, I was able to return the John Deere to Home Depot. I had only used it once to mow the lot once (4.7 hours).

If the Wright will do that kind of slope, I may not need the trimmer at all... I'll start searching for a nearby dealer.

In your opinion, would the same apply to the Ventrac 3000. It seems to have a bit lower center of gravity, etc.

Need 4WD for mowing a sloped lot but not much more
Kubota Tractors
Replies 9 Post by dadoffourkids