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Message: <blockquote data-quote="TonyCT322" data-source="post: 139024" data-attributes="member: 19714">The others summed it up best, Dealer network and support; maintenance and care given to the machine will determine what is best for you at this time. Other factors will include tracks or tires, width of the machine and access to areas of work, ability to haul the machine and if a CDL is required, emissions installed. Have you thought about renting when you have a job needing one. Let someone else maintain it and gives you a chance to try different models and features to see what will work best for you.  I did that for projects around the farm while I took my time looking for a good quality used machine. After four different machines, my initial "ideal machine" changed dramatically.   After owning it for four years it still checks 80% of the boxes for me. They are amazing pieces of equipment and the multitude of accessories make them my most used tool. It is rare that I get on a tractor now. Last thought, for mowing and concrete breaker you want an enclosed cab with safety door. Lots of debris will be thrown at high velocity at your head. A breaker is brutal on the pins, bushings and the rest of the machine. I rent one for that kind of work. I want mine to last. Good luck with the search.</blockquote>