Choosing a Riding Mower – Some Considerations

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Riding mowers specifically refer to rear engine lawn mowers that are ridden by an operator. The term ride on mower refers to a lawn tractor with a front mounted engine. If the lawn tractor can do multiple tasks it is called a garden tractor.

Ride On Lawn Mowers come in two types, conventional riding mowers and zero turn riding lawn mowers. The big difference is in the turning radius which can be as much as 28″ to turn around 180 degrees. At the end of each strip the mower needs to turn around to begin the next strip and the larger the turning radius the longer it takes to mow the lawn. A zero turn mower however is designed to turn in place so there is no wasted movement. Zero turn mowers are also much faster than conventional riding mowers, some up to double the speed.

The steering system is the biggest difference between these two types. In a conventional mower the steering system is the familiar steering wheel which turns the front wheels within a radius that depends on the design. A zero turn mower however has no steering wheel but two handles that operate independently to rotate the back wheels. To rotate the mower through 180 degrees while staying in one place one handle rotates one wheel forward while the other handle rotates the other wheel backwards.

How do you decide which type of lawnmower to purchase?

The most obvious consideration is the price. While conventional riding mowers sell for between $1500 and $3000 zero turn mowers are more expensive starting at around $2600 and reaching more than $7000. You need to have a lot of lawn to mow to justify that price tag!

Zero turn mowers are much faster than conventional mowers and undoubtably more fun to operate. With a top speed of around 9mph you’ll zip through the mowing in no time. A conventional ride on lawn mower on the other hand will have a top speed of around 4mph. Zero turn mowers are becoming increasingly popular despite the hefty price tag. Increased competition between manufacturers has led to improvements in design and added features.

Cub Cadet SLT 1550 Garden Tractor Review

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Overall the Cub Cadet SLT 1550 is a good lawn tractor with good performance for large lawns and yards.The powerful 25 hp Kohler engine has twin overhead valves and there is a hydrostatic transmission system. The top forward speed is 5.2 mph and it copes with inclines well. The deck is a large 50″ which can be adjusted for 1.5 to 4″ cutting heights. The deck is stable at all heights but the draft can cause discharges to be inconsistent handling in normal conditions is smooth and this garden tractor is suitable for light duty and medium duty tasks. The machine is quiet even when climbing uphill or when cutting through long grass and thickets. The fuel tank is larger than some at 3 1/2 gallons so you won’t have to stop to refuel very often! The turn radius is rather large at 21″ so cutting around obstacles can be difficult. The large cutting deck and fast speed however should make up for the extra time this costs.

There are many attachments available including snow thrower and snow blades and the engine is powerful enough for efficiently dealing with snow. Other attachments availabe include a sprayer that is pulled behind the tractor, a bagging system and various pull carts. The Cub Cadet SLT 1550 operates smoothly with any of these attachments.

The Cub Cadet SLT 1550 is particularly suitable for large yards and is a powerful, smoothly operating garden tractor.

Advantages

Excellent power, large cutting deck, smooth handling

Disadvantages

Some inconsistency in discharging

Snapper RE200 RE1330 Riding Lawn Mower Review

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The Snapper RE200 RE1330 riding lawn mower is one of the top machines in its class and has many useful features. The thirty inch cutting deck is not as large as some but has an efficient single blade and a tight twelve inch turning area. Distribution of the clippings is to the right side and is generally even. Wet grass of long grass does cause some clogging however so keeping the grass mowed regularly and mowing when the grass is reasonably dry is a good idea. The blade can be adjusted between 1 and 3.75 inches.

The Snapper Ground Hugger Traction lets the rear wheels turn independently from the front axle and the frame. The auto leveling system keeps the mower level when on uneven ground for a cleaner cut and is effective even when performing tight turns. This feature makes trimming around obstacles such as plant beds and garden benches is particularly easy.

The rear mounted Briggs & Stratton 13 hp engine gives a top speed of only 5 mph so the time taken to mow an area of lawn, especially with the small deck, is longer than many other mowers of this class. A hand control is used for forward and reverse operation and it achieves equal speeds in both directions.

The frame of this Snapper riding mower is made from steel and is sturdy. The fuel tank, at 2 gallons capacity is average for this type of mower but slightly small if you have a large yard to mow. The Snapper RE200 RE1330 is reasonably comfortable with an adjustable seat and a high back. It lacks a few extra however such as a cup holder which would be reasonable to expect on a machine in this price range.

The machine itself is quite heavy at 415 pounds so transporting it could be a problem. Overall the Snapper RE200 RE1330 performs well and the auto leveling system delivers an excellent cut.

Advantages

Good traction, small turning radius, excellent cut

Disadvantages

Small tank, lacks some features, pricey

Craftsman DYS 4500 Riding Lawn Mower Review

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Among the best in its class the Craftsman DYS 4500 riding lawn mower is and easy to use riding mower. With its huge 54″ cutting deck and 26 hp Kohler Pro engine it will cut a very large lawn in record time.

The Kohler Pro engine is quiet, even with the cutting deck engaged and is strong enough to easily cope with small hills and inclines. The operation is easy with a single foot control for forward and reverse operation. The automatic transmission is smooth and very responsive and a cruise control is included. very handy for large open areas. The large cutting desk does lead to a larger than average turning radius of sixteen inches. The cutting deck is easily adjustable and can be set for cutting heights between one and four inches in six increments. The lower setting give a good cut even when the terrain is uneven but above three inches the cut is slightly uneven.

This Craftsman riding lawn mower has a sturdy construction and is a tough mower that can easily handle lawns with grass of varying lengths. Even large areas of thickly growing weeds are easily managed and the large cutting deck allows fast and efficient mowing of large areas of grass.

In addition to mowing grass it can be use as a snow remover and for hauling loads although heavier tasks are a little beyond the power of the engine. Snow blower attachments and blades are optional extras. A mulching blade is available and there are two bagging systems. Poly carts can be attached for light hauling tasks.

Overall the Craftsman DYS 4500 riding mower is a versatile, easy to operate machine that will quickly mow any area of grass. The only drawback is the slightly underpowered Kohl engine that limits the top speed and power.

Advantages

Comfortable ride, easy to use controls, wide cutting deck, quiet, good choice of attachments

Disadvantages

Uneven cut when set above three inches, low top speed, underpowered engine

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