Strengths * * I just purchased this thing after pining over it for about 2 years. I've owned tractors in the past but never one this small. The tractor is pretty heavy duty for the size. The loader will lift an impressive amount (I use a brush hog for ballast because it needs it!). The speed of the hydraulics are unimpressive. I think it could really use a 3 range hydro trans but the 2 range works okay. I only use low gear for almost everything. Headlights are useless with the bucket on. PTO engagement is very nice and smooth, first one I ever had that is independent like that. I don't really like the 3ph control, needs a position control but others have said that too. I love that little Yanmar diesel, it has plenty of power, sips fuel and starts instantly no matter the temp. The side by side hydro pedals are a nice touch as is the loader lever beside the seat. I have R4 tires on it and while they are no bulldozer tracks, they will do anything you ask in reason and not tear up the lawn too bad. Power steering is good and the brakes are good, but I never use them because its a hydro. As others have said, I'm not sure the hydro filter position was well thought out. There is a product on Ebay to guard it, but I may make one of my own. Then again, I don't use the machine in a lot of heavy brush where it could be damaged so I may not bother with it, we'll see. The hood raises easily enough and the lower cowl comes off with minimal fussing which allows adequate access to service the engine. Loader and mid deck go on and off with a snap. As far as using the machine, I'm very pleased with what it can do and it's pretty easy to operate. My wife even likes to drive it. Controls were well thought out. In the end it was the refinement of the operator station over the Kubota that sold me on the Deere. I didn't even look at the New Hollands even though I used to own a N.H. 1720. I was told by two dealers that N.H. is going through a lot of restructuring right now. Also the fact that they have changed model numbers many times lately like they are having an identity crisis or something. But that's another thread....

Weaknesses Hydro filter position. No position control for 3 point hitch. Headlights suck with loader on. What is high range for besides the road?

Overall Despite my criticism, I really am quite happy with it. It is well built and reliable. It is certainly the Cadillac of the SCUT's in my opinion. The loader makes my life easy for lifting stuff into and out of my truck. I haven't used the mower deck yet but it looks like it'll be a nice mower tractor when spring rolls around. I've notice that some people that write these reviews are so smitten by the green paint that they have nothing negative to say about the machine. I have tried to give an unvarnished review to let the perspective buyers know what to expect. Having said that, I gave it a thumbs up if your looking at buying one.

Strengths tough for a little tractor. I have a farm and have used this thing extesively for many things

Weaknesses light weight, traction. This should only be for harry homeowner..Its not good for real work..bucket is pretty small for real work

Overall Its definitely been reliable

Strengths

Weaknesses need to purchase flasher guards to keep from knocking off the lights and wish it had a foldable rops for mowing around trees but a chainsaw can cure that problem

Overall great little machine...very versatile. one minute you are mowing a beautiful 5 acre lawn and the next you can drag and smooth 1/4 mile driveway...then off to the garden to till and plant. plenty of power for the size and not a bad price. got it even cheaper than kubota!

Strengths REviewed By: Bill in TN Price paid: $9800 Years Owned : 60 Days Implements: 54" Mower, CX200 Loader, Tiller Strengths: Very Strong little tractor. I'm amazed at the power/mowing ability and pushing power it has. years Owned

Weaknesses Warning lights on the outside of ROPS. Needs Skid plate under transmission filter

Overall I love it. I haven't had it long only about 2 month but so far it has worked great.

Strengths DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THERE IS A GURAD AVAILABLE I CAN BUY TO PUT AROUND THE HYDRAULIC FILTER UNDER MY 2305 ?

Weaknesses DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THERE IS A GURAD AVAILABLE ICAN BUY TO PUT AROUND THE HYDRAULIC ILTER UNDER MY 2305 ?

Overall GREAT LITTLE TRACTOR

Strengths Lot

Weaknesses The seat turns real hard when operating back hoe

Overall Great deal from North Country Tractor Sanford Maine has lots of power to get the job done with the back hoe and fron loader.I am very happy with my new 2305 I have removed large rocks and stumps

Strengths L

Weaknesses Seat:Hard to move to the rear when running Back Hoe

Overall Very pleased with all of the equipment 2305 has lots of power

Strengths More Power than expected. I have a 250ft driveway, and easily put brand new crush gravel on the whole thing in 6 hours. it was fun. Backhoe si also very strong, digging even larger stumps with it. It far exceeded my expectations. My wife can drive it with great ease, thats how i got her to buy it!

Weaknesses What is the deal with the seat turn around? makes trenching frustrating.

Overall Great machine, found very useful in my yard of 5.5 acres of hemlock forests. Moving firewood with forklift, cleaning up fallen trees, digging drainage. great machine!

Strengths this is one tough little tractor. i purchased it to dig and cover graves. since them I have purchased everything under the sun that you can attach to it. i have very pleased with the performance of this great machine.The joystick for the front end loader is the easiest to use as any machine i have ever operated.

Weaknesses Like others have mentined, lights on front does not offer much light unless you remove the front end loader.PTO engage lever catches my pants 100% of the time.

Overall Great machine, strong, versatile, user friendly,

Strengths R Real tough tractor. Moved over 10 cords of wood for my sugaring business, plowed over 150 yards of driveways and mowed 2 acres of lawn each week. Very rugged, dependable and ready to work hard.I have owned this tractor for 15 months.

Weaknesses Do not like having to take front loader and mowing deck on and off, although pretty friendly to do so.

Overall I own 2 acres of land where I live and have a part-time Maple business for the last 20 years. This tractor makes most any prodject from mowing to splitting and taking care of wood to maintaining gardens and such a pleasure. When I go to push a large log or a very large stump, it will move in like candy. Very easy.My dealer has always been terrific in any dealings I have had with them.