Riding Lawnmowers
Spring is just around the corner and with that comes the ever present need for lawn upkeep. Riding lawnmowers are a popular model because of the ease of use which allows many people to help with the chore. They do use gas so they are not as environmentally friendly as other lawn mower models such as the electric lawnmower, but that hasn’t stopped its popularity. This article is going to discuss five of the newer models of riding lawn mowers.
John DeereX304
John Deere is a brand that is recognized across the nation as a quality brand. This model is no exception. It has passes rigorous testing and scored highly according to http://www.consumersearch.com/lawn-tractors/john-deere-x304 . This model features an automatic transmission and cruise control so it is easy and comfortable to drive. The one drawback to this lawnmower is its price, approximately $3500.00.
Poulan Pro PB22H54Yt
This model is very easy to work with. It has an automatic transmission and there is a foot pedal to switch between forward and reverse. Because of this automatic transmission this riding lawnmower offers a very smooth ride. The Poulan Pro PB22H54Yt has a 54-inch deck, a turning radius of 16 inches, and shoots the clippings away from the mower to the side. This is a model for a large lawn. The mower holds four gallons of gas. According to a review at http://products.howstuffworks.com/poulan-pro-pb22h54yt-riding-mower-review.htm this model is “one of the most comfortable riding mowers that we have tested. The deluxe steering wheel makes the ride more enjoyable and aids in cutting down the vibrations in the steering wheel. There is a cup holder on the right side, and we also appreciate the handy hour meter that counts the time we were on the mower.” This model is large and does require adequate storage and is really only required for a large lawn.
Craftsman DYS 4500 riding mower
This model is purported to be the best in its class. It has a 54 inch cutting deck and a turning radius of 16 inches, it also has easily adjustable cut height. There are easy-to-use controls as well. There is a 26-hp Kohler Pro engine powering this machine. This engine allows the mower to work on flat surfaces, hills, and other surfaces in a very quiet manner. There is one foot pedal to move forward and reverse, the model also has an automatic transmission, and cruise control is another feature on this model. The Craftsman DYS 4500 is sturdy enough to mow in most kinds of terrain. In winter there is an options blade and snow thrower that can be attached to the mower.
Snapper RE 200 RE 1330 riding mower
This model has a 30-inch cutting deck with a 12-inch turning radius. The blade can be raised or lowered for a 1-3.75 inch cut. If mowing wet grass or too tall grass “the blade chokes a bit and the side-discharge gets clogged. This is a problem, but if you maintain your lawn consistently and don’t mow it after a large rainstorm, you shouldn’t have any problems.” (http://products.howstuffworks.com/snapper-re200-re1330-riding-mower-review.htm) The Snapper RE 200 RE 1300 weighs 415 pounds but has “Snapper Ground Hugger Traction” this allows the rear wheels to turn independent from the fame and the front axle. This model is especially great for mowing on uneven terrain. The Snapper RE2000 RE 1330 is powered by a 13hp Briggs and Stratton Intek engine situated in the rear of the mower. This engine only allows the Snapper RE2000 RE 1330 to have a max speed of 5 MPH, in addition to the fact that the gas tank only holds two gallons, means that it will take a long time to mow a large lawn. The Snapper RE2000 RE 1330 has a hydrostatic transmission operated with a hand control. The seat has a high back and there is a cup holder as well. The Snapper RE2000 RE1330 “with its Ground Hugger Traction and Auto Leveller Sytem, it will almost certainly deliver an evenly cut lawn.” (http://products.howstuffworks.com/snapper-re200-re1330-riding-mower-review.htm)
Bolens M762F
This is a low cost option for a riding lawnmower. It has a six-speed manual transmission. Users have rated this model as a noisy model with an uncomfortable seat. It is primarily good for mowing flat lawns that are up to 1.5 acres according to http://www.consumersearch.com/lawn-tractors/bolens-m762f. This mower has a 1.5 gallon gas tank, a Briggs and Stratton Engine, with twin blade cutting deck, and five position cutting height adjustments.
Riding Lawnmowers are great options for making the chore of lawnmowing easier. Determine exactly what you want and how much you want to pay and then get to work. Have a great Spring.
Resources
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId;=183629-270-13AM762F065&lpage;=none
http://www.consumersearch.com/lawn-tractors/bolens-m762f
http://products.howstuffworks.com/riding+mowers/All/award-all
