John Deere X758
The X758 felt like the same jump going to from the 105 to the 580! This thing is an absolute TANK for it’s size! This machine has it all. Under the hood is a 3 cylinder, 24 horse Yanmar diesel engine, which rather than a drive belt going to the transaxle, this machine has a proper driveshaft, something many enthusiasts regard as the distinguishing factor between lawn and garden tractors, though the majority look at transaxles. The transaxle is almost right there in line with sub-compacts, capable of dragging ground engaging implements, hooking up hydraulic attachments, feeding hydraulic power to the front axle for 4wd as well as power steering, and much more!
If you are looking for a cutting Cadillac, a mowing Maserati, a lawn Lamborghini, look no further than the X700 series! I’m in love with this thing as it cuts like a dream, but can also do larger tractor stuff as well.