I will post some pictures soon but here are my first impressions. The engine is very smooth compared to the Kubota and I thought I would not like having to run it at 1800-2200 RPM for DPF reasons but it isnt an issue and it seems to like it there. The synchro geared transmission is very smooth and I like the shuttle shift; it has 12 forward and 12 reverse gears because of the three range selections but I doubt I would ever use the high range. I do find myself using the complete low and medium range selection of gears though. The loader is a little jerky and not as smooth in the raise and curl function but the added lift capacity has already been useful for me. The draft control for the three point is every bit as useful as my IH 424 but the plastic stops are cheap feeling and I figure they will get replaced at some point. I am a big guy and though the tractor fits me fine it just fits me and I think it would be cramped for a 6 footer or someone wider of girth....obviously designed to a Korean physiology. The loader lifts so high that it is easy to dump on your hood; especially with the tractor at higher RPM and the loader control valve so jerky (I already did it with hay). I do not typically lift things that high but I will have to remember to be more careful because even hay can be heavy and cause damage. Two minor things I was surprised about; there is no tool box of any kind and there is no cup holder; the former I will be taking care of quickly but I have not figured out where to put a cup holder. Sounds minor except I will be using this open station machine on my farm in the summer and carrying water is a necessity. So overall I like it, I have a very good dealer close by which makes a difference to me, and it is exponentially more capable than my little Kubota was and it gives me some breathing room as I repair my 424. Next up will be the purchase of pallet forks to add to my implement inventory. Edited to add: One more thing, The slow vehicle sign is offset to the left side of the tractor and interferes with your rear vision if you look over your left side but it easily slides out of its holder and I do not use it unless I plan on going down the road.
