Riding Lawn Mowers Dismantled Machines

About Riding Lawn Mowers

With decks that support cutting swaths generally measuring 42 to 54 inches (106.7 to 137.2 centimeters) in width, riding lawn mowers are considered a solid, timesaving choice for those who routinely mow fairways, yards, and other grassy areas measuring a half-acre or more in size, as well as for those with hilly or rough terrain to maintain.

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2006 John Deere X300 Riding Lawn Mower

Typically featuring comfortable seats, an intuitive steering wheel for navigation, and a front-located engine, riding lawn mowers are usually less expensive than zero-turn mowers. Riding mowers are slower and lack a zero-turn mower’s ability to make sharp turns (although some riding lawn mowers include four-wheel steering to enhance maneuverability), but they have greater versatility because they can be used in combination with attachments to handle a variety of turf maintenance jobs.

Options 

In addition to front-engine models, riding lawn mowers are available in rear-engine configurations. Known as rear-engine riders, these mowers are generally smaller and less powerful than front-engine models and include a smaller cutting deck. On the other hand, they’re often more affordable and require less storage space.

Tractor Types 

Available with manual, automatic, and hydrostatic transmissions to support a range of operating speeds, riding lawn mowers often fall into two subcategories: lawn tractors and garden tractors. While both types resemble small tractors and can be used with various attachments to aerate soil, spread seed and fertilizer, haul materials, plow snow, and perform other tasks, garden tractors include more powerful and durable engines, components, frames, and overall construction. 

Garden tractors also sport larger wheels, can accommodate a wider range of attachments, and are capable of handling tougher jobs. Unsurprisingly, they are also more expensive and require more storage space.

Trends

Riding lawn mowers are increasingly replacing speed control levers with pedals. Many models also come with various maintenance-related features, including meters and mobile device apps to track usage and maintenance requirements.

Find The Right Riding Lawn Mower

Leading manufacturers with front-engine and rear-engine riding lawn mowers for sale on NeedTurfEquipment.com include Cub Cadet, Craftsman, Husqvarna, John Deere, Kubota, Simplicity, Snapper, Troy-Bilt, and others.