John Deere X728 4 x 4 lawn tractor, John Deere 

This is one tough tractor. Mine had 405 hours on it as a 2011 when I got it. It was used on a farm and had some scratches and tire wear but overall was in good shape. Yours is in very good shape and would hang on to it! I put an aftermarket 60" plow blade on it and it plows like a beast with no added weights, although I may add a rear box for weights this next winter to help it out. I did add a receiver hitch and that works like a champ. I would use some Sea Foam in the fuel to keep things cleaned up in the carb or other good fuel additive. I mow on a fairly steep angle but go slow and it handles the slope pretty easily. You're right tho, going up and down is a safer way to mow. Very nice unit you got there, I like the side shifter too. Cheers!

Great overview video! I've got a 2007 X728 that I bought 4 years ago at ~415 hours. I wasn't sure of the maintenance history when I bought it, so I did a full fluid change, including the transaxle fluid, and have stayed on top of the annual maintenance checklist (spark plugs, oil, filters, etc..). Like you said, maintenance is key to keeping a awesome machines running strong for years and years. Since I bought it, I've added another 200+ hours and actually just bought a pre-owned 45 Loader (2011) earlier this summer that is a direct bolt-on for the X728. The loader has been the best investment I've made since the tractor, and has saved my back countless times already. I, too, have a 54" snow blade, but my tractor came with the quick attach mount, which makes it a breeze to take on and off. Question: Have you had any problems with your parking brake "sticking" and being a pain to disengage? I always have to fight with mine, but they could have fixed that between the years that ours were manufactured.

Thanks so much

just picked up one of these and the brake light is one. any idea what will cause that. seems like the brake is stuck on

These will support the 45 loader FYI 😊

ust got one and a great video, But I cannot figure out what to do to remove the mower deck?

I bought one too. Same story. Old guy bought it, used it a bit and returned it. No manual. Can you show me how to charge the battery? How to find the battery? I’m probably as old as your grandma, but I’m up for learning something new. I’m off to put on my plow, but the battery is not happy. I’ll subscribe so I can see if you have time to do that video.

Wanna sell it?