You will really like the rear diff lock . I also have a sloped yard with one section that is quite steep . I installed ATV style rear tires along with 150 lbs of wheel weights per side . The grass can be soaking wet and I can climb or go down the inclines with no slippage at all . The foot controlled transmission is a dream , so much easier than the older hand controlled hydros .
I have had a 317/318/320/332 and a 430 . They were all good machines but all hand controlled hydros . I really think JD hit a sweet spot with the X series . Enjoy the new toy , come on spring time
