Hello, I have an M9540HDL (Low Profile) with the ROPS system. I am not sure of the year of the tractor as it belonged to my Father-in-law. All the specs say that the transmission is a 12 speed (6 high and 6 low). Mine has a 6 speed shifter with a H/M/L right side floor shifter, making it 18 speeds which is not even listed as an option on the TractorData site. The insurance company lists it as 2002 but I don't think Kubota made the M9540 in 2002. I think there was a misprint and it's actually 2012. I also cannot find the VIN anywhere on this thing. I spent an hour going up and down both sides and even found the engine plate on the valve cover but no VIN. I'm waiting on the dealer it was purchased from to call me back to see if they have a record of the purchase.