Small engine vehicles have been revitalized and revamped over the last several years. Golf carts and hauling vehicles once innovative in the 1980s were still able to be improved upon in the areas of design, steering mechanism, vehicle weight and basic functionality. Mowers, however, have remained constant in their design and mechanics for quite some time. The single biggest area of improvement for golf course and large area mowers is in the engine.

Recent small engine mechanics innovation has allowed designers to create more powerful, easier to maintain, and more efficient engines for these pieces of equipment. Though older model mowers may have quality engines that are still getting the job done, many landscapers or greens keepers may find that the engine does not provide the power or efficiency that a newer vehicle could. Buying a new mower in order to get the power of a modern small engine is not necessary if you consider repowering the vehicle instead. Read the rest of this entry »

The Toro LX426 lawn tractor is a strong, dependable mowing machine for the entry-level consumer. Packed with all the features you need to get the job done, this tractor is a trim little machine that offers consistent performance. Since it doesn’t include a lot of the bells and whistles found in other models, Toro is able to keep the price and weight of this machine lean, making it a good buy for those who don’t mind forgoing a luxury or two.

The LX426 comes with plenty of performance-oriented features. A cast-iron front axle provides a long life and stability on slopes, while the Toro’s linear balancing system helps ease side-to-side motion. A three-gallon fuel tank allows you to stay out in the field for quite some time. Read the rest of this entry »

The John Deere X500 is the top of the line in garden tractors. The large 48-inch deck allows for a fast, precise cut, and the 25-hp Kawasaki engine gives it the right amount of power to ensure that the job gets done quickly. The deck allows for a few different operating modes, including side discharge, mulching and material collection. The 48-inch front blade can be raised and lowered to cut in .25-inch increments from 1 to 4 inches in height. We find that it is simple to adjust the blade height by using the deck-leveling gauge, and if you want to adjust the mower deck, the spring-assisted foot lift system is easy to use. This is a great riding mower for a large, challenging yard since it maneuvers nicely on hills and around landscaping.

The X500’s large 5-gallon fuel tank is another aspect of this machine’s construction that makes it ideal for users with expansive mowing needs. This tank has a 3-inch fill opening, so refueling is a clean process. The easy-to-read, dash-mounted fuel gauge helps you to make sure that you always have enough gas to finish the job. Read the rest of this entry »

The Swisher lawn roller attachment is a heavy-duty roller perfectly designed for use with the Quadivator. The height adjustment feature on the Quadivator allows you to conveniently adjust this tool’s pressure on the soil. This attachment connects quickly and easily. Swisher Lawn Roller was developed for leveling out those flat spots in your lawn or field and helping the lawn to come back even thicker than before for next season, when seeding beforehand.

If you have a lawn that is always being trampled on, this is the thing to own, especially if you have your own sports field on a homestead, reminiscent of Field of Dreams or look to produce something productive and healthy for the rural community you live in; in the end, its all about sustainability. Read the rest of this entry »

The Craftsman 28846 garden tractor is one of a growing line of improved Craftsman garden tractors that evolved from the company’s DYS series. By tweaking the areas that needed improvement and keeping the functional elements intact, Craftsman has made a fine machine that does a good job with ground-engaging attachments.

At the heart of this machine is a 26-hp Kohler engine that gives the transmission a good punch, even when this tractor operates heavy-duty ground-engaging tools. The extra-large 54-inch cutting deck is the main attachment, and it does a great job in normal residential conditions. Medium-to-light heavy-duty mowing jobs are simple, thanks to the triple-bladed cutting deck. Unfortunately, as with many other tractors with large cutting decks, the side discharge is a bit unpredictable because of the strong draft that is created under the machine. The disk harrow and crop cultivator tools do little to slow down the powerful engine, even in rough conditions. Read the rest of this entry »

Poulan’s PO500N22SH gas-powered push mower has a lot going for it. First of all, its engine is made by Briggs & Stratton, one of the most reliable names in the business. Furthermore, the deck assembly is a stamped steel construction, so you know that this mower will take the inevitable bumps that come along with yard work without showing wear and tear. This steel deck measures 22 inches across, a wide swath that allows you to cut more grass with fewer passes, which is always an asset to those who mow on foot, especially when you consider current gasoline prices.

The PO500N22SH comes fully assembled right out of the box; you simply have to fold up the collapsible handles and adjust the grip to the right height. This feature works in reverse as well, so once you finish mowing, this machine folds nicely for easy storage. This mower offers both side-discharge and a mulching operations. We also enjoy the PO500N22SH’s advanced maneuverability, which is made possible by its large 12-inch rear wheels; thanks to this feature, homeowners with hilly yards should have no trouble pushing this mower on any incline. Read the rest of this entry »

Lawn-Boy Gold Series Self-Propelled Mower is a quiet yet powerful lawn mower that does all the work for you be it, side-discharge, mulch or rear bagging.

This Lawn-Boy gold series self-propelled lawn mower allows you to mow the lawn at your own speed — you simply walk at the pace you want and it moves with you. It features a quiet, easy-start Honda GCV 160 engine and a simple lever that folds the handle up for compact storage and easy bag access. This three-in-one mower converts in seconds so you can mulch, side-discharge, or bag your grass clippings. The durable, 14-gauge steel deck easily maneuvers in all types of mowing conditions and soft, comfortable grips prevent your hands from tiring. The Lawn-Boy also has a cutting width of 22 inches and cutting height of 1-1/4 to 4-1/4 inches. For consumer confidence, it is backed by a 2-year complete coverage warranty. Read the rest of this entry »

The Suffolk Punch 17SK is a powerful self-propelled professional grade petrol cylinder mower, suitable for medium to larged-sized gardens. The Suffolk Punch 17SK features the Atco-Qualcast QX Scarifier Cassette system for easy maintenance and conversion to powered scarifier. 

Fear not. The Qualcast Suffolk Punch will come to the rescue. Featuring an efficient 340 watt electric motor, adjustable cutting heights of 1cm to 3.5cm, a heavy steel rear roller bar for those perfect stripes, a long 22.5 metre cable, and of course the Qualcast Quick Exchange (QX) system. In a matter of seconds the Qualcast Suffolk Punch transforms from a powerful electric lawnmower, into an efficient lawn raker, simply by swapping the cutting cylinder with a scarifier reel. The lawn raker setup is excellent for clearing dead leaves, litter, and other unwanted debris. Remember, a tidy lawn means a healthy lawn! Read the rest of this entry »

Bully Lawnpup 13-Inch Electric lawn mower is lightweight (27 lbs) and strong, never rusting, scratching or bending, taking on the wear of the years without aging and still doing the same job as yesterdays generation, with an eye on the environment of tomorrow.

The right mower for today’s smaller lawns. The lightweight but powerful LawnPup has all the power and performance you could ask for, without the weight and bulk -or the gas and oil- of other mowers. If you can mow your lawn in 20 minutes, then the LawnPup is exactly for you! Why buy a heavy oil-burner when you can mow quickly, quietly, and cleanly with the famous LawnPup? Easily goes where other mowers can’t -up steep hills, between flower beds, under lawn furniture, and under shrubs. And it weighs just 27 lb., so anyone can maneuver it with ease. But don’t let the small size fool you: LawnPup has a super-powerful 10 Amp motor, more than enough for even the toughest turf. Easy-adjust cutting height. Grass catcher included. Meets or exceeds all UL, ANSI, CSA, and CPSC standards. Read the rest of this entry »

Atco Balmoral 17SK The self propelled Atco Balmoral 17SK is larger than the 14SK model, extra cutting width make it more suited to dealing with larger lawns.Impeccable breeding, impeccable performance - the Atco Balmoral is undoubtedly one of the best petrol cylinder lawnmowers on the market today. This superbly built machine features an all new and powerful Kawasaki engine as well as the revolutionary QX cassette system. one of the best self-propelled petrol cylinder mowers available, powered by a Kawasaki engine. 17 inch cut. Solid front roller & heavy steel 2-piece power-driven differential rear roller produce classic stripes. Read the rest of this entry »