Strengths Comfort, ease of use, mulching capability.

Weaknesses This thing eats at least two belts a season and it's a bear to replace!Had the blade drive spindle go out under warranty. JD Dealer still charged me $356 for repairs. Said it wasn't lubed. It had been used twice. I wash it and lube it after every cutting of my residential lot. Argued wtih JD to no avail.

Overall Dissatisfied. Will sell it and go to a more reliable machine that doesn't eat belts or at least is easier to change if it does.

Strengths none

Weaknesses This thing stinks! Breaks and slings deck belt all the time! Trying to sell for $500.00, going to buy a cub!

Overall

Strengths Very easy to use and maintain.

Weaknesses So far none.

Overall This is a great little lawn tractor but you must remember that it is a light duty John Deere. Its not built to take the punishment that higher priced riders are built for. If you have under an acre of property that is flat and well maintained then you may want to look at this model. If you have more property that is hilly, rocky or over grown then don't expect this rider to satisfy your needs.

Strengths Strong built, solid

Weaknesses Only 2 deck wheels 4 would be much better and wouldn't cost that much more

Overall I find it a good mower but like anything these days could use improvements

Strengths Looks good, Has good reputation.

Weaknesses Front wheels toe in. No adjustment on rods,just preformed. The toe in looks like you turned the wheel to the left for one wheel and turned to the right for the other.When you go forward the tires drag side ways.Would probably tear grass as you go forward.Had to buy a 79.00 mulch kit.

Overall Dealed said that was normal. Told them to put it back on the trailer and want my 1850 money back. Very saddened by the quality of the front end.Looked at other lawn tractors and had adjustable front rods to correct the problem.My old 15 year old MTD never looked like that.