I have owned a lot of zero-turn mowers: Dixie Chopper, Bob-Cat, John Deere, Husqvarna. This one handles sooo much better than any of those. It was not even on my list to consider. I was at the dealership looking at another make. They told me to try it out and I thought I would give it a shot. Great move. I had to replace my Dixie Chopper after the Kohler engine cracked the head and the block. This one has all indications it should last. I'm very surprised and impressed.