So I'll admit I'm a total newb. I rented an old case one time and have put about 70hours on a John Deere 4520 utility tractor (less if you don't count the time running a chipper). We recently moved and, having almost rolled the tractor at the old house (losing the little bit of confidence I had gained), and the new house having softer ground and much steeper terrain I decided on a JD323e track loader. I ran it for a couple hours today, and though a bit tentative (slow and steady is my motto) this thing performed like a beast. It fits perfectly between the vineyard roads and is like a goat on the ground, even with side slope. I couldn't be happier, although there are pros and cons to every model, this one seems to work very well for me. I'm excited to learn more and appreciate any advice.