I have a 270DTC that just turned over 200 hrs. The tractor has been very dependable, and is quite a workhorse. Only trouble I've had is sheered bolts in the front end loader brackets (I think this was mostly my fault for not checking them for tightness more often), and a broken clutch pedal return spring. I couldn't find a dealer with the spring in stock, but found one that worked at Home Depot for $1.25 I was supposed to have another year warranty on the tractor, but I'm not worried about it. I just replaced all the filters (oil, hydraulic, fuel and air) for less than $50.