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FAQs

Who makes the most dependable riding lawn mower? ›

The very best time of year to buy a lawn mower for a great price is in the early fall, when the cooler temperatures stall the growth of grass until the following spring.

Standard riding lawn mowers, also called lawn tractors or garden tractors, have a traditional ride-on design and operate with a steering wheel, making them easy to drive and maneuver over un-even terrain. They work well for lawns from 3/4 acres to 2 acres or more.

The lifespan of a well-maintained riding lawn mower typically falls in the range of 10 to 15 years. Several factors influence the longevity of these machines, including the frequency of use, maintenance practices, storage conditions, and the quality of the mower.

The John Deere L111 was the quietest gas powered riding mower we tested, even quieter than several walk behind models at 25 feet (operator levels are still higher than walk-behind models because the operator's ear is closer to the engine and deck).

A riding lawnmower with anywhere from a 43-inch to a 48-inch cutting deck is a great size for a ½ acre yard. The size of your mower depends on things such as the size of the lawnmower deck. A lawnmower deck protects the mower's engine from the sharp mower's blades and the debris that gets kicked up when mowing.

While both riding mowers and lawn tractors have the capability to connect with a variety of attachments, riding mowers are primarily designed for mowing. On the other hand, lawn tractors are often equipped with a rear hitch allowing them to use attachments like a snow blower, aerator, or trailer.

Rear Engine Riding Mowers

Rear engine mowers have a low center of gravity, which makes them less likely to tip over hills than traditional riding mowers. They also tend to be smaller and slower than other types of riding lawn mowers, making them preferable for smaller or medium-sized yards.

Engine Power

As a rough guideline, a lawn that's less than an acre can be handled by a riding mower with at least 13 horsepower, but a 3-acre lawn needs at least 18 horsepower to get the job done, and even more if your lawn has slopes or rugged terrain.

Is my yard too steep for a riding mower? ›

As a general rule, avoid slopes that are steeper than one foot of incline for every three feet of horizontal width. Most lawn tractors and zero turn mowers can handle slopes that are only one foot of incline for every four feet of horizontal width.

The top setting for most mowers gives a cutting height between 3.25 and 4 inches. This is best for your lawn, but at a setting of 4 inches you may sometimes see some “laying-over” of turf blades that some people find undesirable. For this reason, some people prefer to mow at 3 or 3.5 inches.

Recommended Commercial Push Mowers: The 30-inch Toro TurfMaster HDX and Exmark Commercial 30 X Series are reliable and competitively priced mowers that will save you a LOT of mow time. For smaller yards or yards with access/obstruction issues, Toro and Exmark also offer commercial 21-inch models.

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