Strengths Superb and surprising power for a smaller tractor (both loader and implements), wonderful ease of handling.

Weaknesses Any weakness I could list would take this tractor out of the economy class, but I'll list them anyway: 1.) No standard cruise control 2.) Needs and air ride seat (you get bounced around a bit on rougher terrain) 3.) Needs telescoping hitch link arms These don't affect the performance of the tractor at all, but they're frills that I wouldn't mind having.

Overall Overall, this tractor and the 3038E are the best values in compact tractors on the market. Best bang for the buck by far!

Strengths PRICE, POWER, EASE OF OPERATION... AND YES, YOU CAN PUT A BACKHOE ON THIS TRACTOR. IT MAY HAVE TO BE 3 POINT HITCH MOUNTED BUT IT'S CERTAINLY AN OPTION.

Weaknesses THE 3032E IS A CUSTOMER SPECIFIC TRACTOR, FRONT MOUNTED IMPLEMENTS (SNOW BLOWERS, BROOMS, ETC.) AND MID MOUNT MOWERS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE. THE 305 LOADER IS BUILT SPECIFICALLY FOR THE 3E SERIES AND IS STRIPPED DOWN IN COMPARISON TO THE C/CX MODELS. IT'S A BOLT ON LOADER AND CAN'T BE PARKED.

Overall GOOD TRACTOR FOR THE PRICE. A GREAT ADDITION TO THE 3000 SERIES FROM JOHN DEERE.

Strengths It has plenty of power for a 5 foot bush hog, and a 5 foot tiller, even in thick tough conditions. It's easier to operate than the 790 tractor. The cruise control is handy for cutting large areas. Loader works surprisingly well for a small tractor.

Weaknesses Can't put a bellymower on it, or a backhoe. In my case I don't need them.

Overall Nice simple tractor. Not much fancy electronic stuff to tear up. It's smooth and easy to operate. My wife and I both use it several times a week.

Strengths Powerful Yanmar 32 hp. Ability to use all 5 foot implements. Loader controls easy to use.

Weaknesses Loader Lift capacity. Unable to have belly or mid-mount mower.

Overall I could not see spending the same or more for another brand. It's price and power will be hard to beat.