Lawnmowers

On my thumbnail photograph today, I have a picture from Etesia, basically saying, “Etesia 0% VAT on selected models.” Let’s go to the Etesia website quickly. Here it is, the 0% VAT on the Hydro 80 and MK124. Etesia has announced an exclusive 0% VAT offer available on selected ride-on mowers. This provides customers with a chance to drive away today with top-of-the-line equipment at unbeatable value.

I have used several of Etesia’s range of mowers; I have owned the Hydro 80 and the Bahia. I was using the Hydro 80, and the Bahia, I believe, is the same but not quite as heavy-duty. The Hydro 80 is my preferred choice, and it’s not a lot more expensive. At the time of writing this, there was about a £600 difference between the Bahia and Hydro 80, but I would definitely go for the Hydro 80. It just has a few more heavy-duty features, if that makes sense. It is built slightly stronger, with a cast iron axle, etc., and has one or two other worthwhile features.

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In case you don’t know, Etesia is renowned for its wet grass pickup capabilities. The Hydro 80 that I purchased basically replaced two roller rotary machines. I think it’s about 26 inches wide, or maybe 32 inches—sorry, 32 inches, 80 cm. I’m still working in inches. It will get through the majority of garden gates and is highly compact, which is a real plus point. The great thing is that it can collect wet grass. You can see I’ve have a video review here, which you can watch, and a video review of the Bahia as well—just an honest review of how I found both machines. I often recommend Etesia to people because they are excellent on wet grass cutting and collection performance.

Etesia Attila 124

The other machine on Etesia’s website is the Attila 124. I’ve always liked the idea of this one—a 4-foot cut and the high lift, which is great for either putting your grass straight on the compost heap without needing to use a fork or if you’re loading a truck. If you go to this video here, you can see it in action, picking up. It has a 124 cm cutting width and good speed—12 km/h. I believe they do a diesel version as well as a petrol one. This may be a French video, as some of the videos on their YouTube channel are in French, being a French manufacturer.

If we just forward to the end of the video, you can see one of the good things that I like about it—loading or just piling up your compost heap. There’s no need to fork anything up because you can make a big heap. It’s available in four-wheel drive as well, allegedly.

If you have any comments on this, please feel free to leave a comment on the YouTube video. And contact Etesia if you’re looking for a Etesia 0% VAT on selected models—20% off is quite a lot, so it may be worth looking at. Thanks very much for watching, and feel free to leave a comment if you have any questions.

Today, I want to take you through a quick review of the Weibang Legacy 56 Pro Rear Roller Lawnmower. I have been using the Weibang legacy 56 mowers for 8 years now and overall, I have no complaints whatsoever. Prior to this, I was using Hayter Harrier 56 rear roller mowers. And, before the Hayter Harrier 56 arrived, I was using Hayter Harrier 48 rear roller machines.

Originally the Hayter Harrier mowers were great machines, but in my opinion, they didn’t improve them, they just appeared to get weaker and weaker. I find it amazing that manufacturers cannot make a machine that will barely collect dry grass, let alone wet grass!

This is where the Weibang Legacy 56 PRO Rear Roller Lawnmower is so much better than the Hayter Harriers. Collecting wet and damp grass has always been an issue in the UK, but I have to say the Weibang mower does a pretty good job of collecting wet grass. It is important to keep the collection bag clear so that the collection system can work efficiently. If the collection bag becomes clogged up with dead grass over a period of time, it prevents the air from being able to flow through the grass and, therefore stops the collection process from being efficient. I can definitely recommend the Weibang Legacy 56 PRO Rear Roller Lawnmower!

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Why I Changed To Weibang From Hayter

This is a 56 cm machine or 22-inch cut, which is driven by the roller. I’ve used these machines for about eight years, and, to be fair, I found them really good, especially after using Hayter Harrier 56 for many years. Unfortunately, in the last ten years, or perhaps longer, the drive system on the Hayter Harrier 56 mowers was not very good and the collection system was absolutely atrocious, even when the grass was dry. But more about that in a minute because I want to focus on this machine.

So if we just walk around the Weibang, this is the pro version. This model has the blade clutch on it, so you don’t have to start the engine with the blade engaged. With a blade clutch, you have to engage the blade, which is great if you’re moving from place to place where you’re going across gravel drives, etc. there is no fear of stones flying up with the rotating blade.

Kawasaki Engine

At the front, we’ve got the front bumper, which is something the professional models have for added protection. It has a Kawasaki engine, which I think is around five horsepower. It certainly seems to have enough power to do the job. The Weibang 56 pro has eleven different height settings ranging from 13 to 67 cm, like all Kawasaki engines, which are very good engines. It has its own own oil filter, which has to be good for engine life. Many of the smaller engines don’t have an oil filter, but it’s always a plus point. The engine normally starts first time, and to be fair, I have owned several machines which are powered by Kawasaki engines, I don’t think I have ever had a problem with a Kawasaki engine.

Straightforward Handle Adjustment

Here, you have a very quick handle adjustment; just simply pull out the lever, and you can do it like that. I haven’t adjusted the handles lately, as there is no need to. Once you have released the levers, you just move the handles up and down to the required height. There’s one release lever on each side of the handles; you can move the handles to whichever height you require and fold them right over for transport or storage.

Handlebar Controls

On the handlebars, there’s the throttle lever, then you have a three-speed gearbox. Now, this is a proper gearbox which is properly engineered; it’s the real thing, not a cheap gearbox that so many similar mowers have. Most of the time I use the high speed, but the second speed is good for going around the edges, and the lower speed if you have longer grass. However, I wouldn’t recommend cutting very long grass with any roller rotary. Roller rotary mowers are really meant for regular cutting. In general, I would use a rear roller rotary mower for regular cutting in the growing season, not for long grass.

Blade Clutch

Here, we have the clutch that moves the machine forward, which is driven by the roller, and this is the blade clutch. Normally, when you engage a deck, you just pull the clutch lever back, but on the Weibang 56 pro, you have to push it forward and then pull it again, forward like that, and then like that. Now, it’s under tension, but then you can release it, and then it’s flexible rather than being under tension. I’m not going to stop the machine up, as your going to struggle to hear me. The blade clutch system is a great feature, it’s also good when you’re emptying the grass collector as there is no grass flying around and it is much safer.

Grass Collection

Underneath here, we have the grass chute. It’s not a massive chute, but the great thing is I’ve probably carried out about four hours of cutting with the Weibang pro 56 today. I haven’t had to unblock the chute at all. I can guarantee I would on a Hayter Harrier 56! Now, admittedly, the grass isn’t long, but I rarely have to unblock this unless the grass is really wet, but even with wet grass, it copes pretty well. It is important to keep the box here clear; otherwise, the air can’t filter through, and you end up in a vicious circle. The air needs to be able to blow through into the bag and then be able to filter through. If it gets blocked, it can’t throw the grass in the collector properly, and you’re kind of battling.

Underneath The Weibang Pro 56 Deck

Let’s have a look underneath. Here we have the blade, which hasn’t been sharpened in a year. It just got a few nicks out of it, but it’s not that bad, considering it hasn’t been sharpened for a year. It’s due for a service soon. The Weibang Pro 56 mower deck is a very strong and well-built deck.

The weight of the machine, I believe, is around 68 kg, so it is quite a heavy machine. I have used three of Weibang Pro 56 mowers. This is the only one with a blade clutch, but I can definitely recommend the blade clutch, it just helps to make life easier. You see the gearbox under here, quite a substantial gearbox. It’s not just a flimsy plastic thing like some machines have; it’s the real thing. You can see that it also has a solid metal roller, which has been built for a long life.

Overall, I have no complaints about the machine. The only thing some people might not like is the weight; it’s heavier than a Hayter. But I’d sooner have something that drives well rather than something you’re going to be pushing. Which is a lot of what I was doing with Hayters a lot of the time because they just don’t drive. On many occasions, I have ended up pushing Hayter Harriers, due to the drive being so weak. Whereas with the Weibang pro 56, I could stop it if I wanted to. But it really requires effort, where the Hayter I could stop with my little finger.

To Conclude

In this review of the Weibang Legacy 56 Pro Rear Roller Lawnmower the plus points are that it drives well and picks the grass up well. Including relatively damp or wet grass. The downside, as I said, is perhaps for some people the weight of the machine, but that doesn’t worry me at all. It’s so much easier to have a mower that collects grass easily, doesn’t clog up, and so forth.

The Weibang Pro 56 costs around £1550, or something like that, including VAT. There is a three-year warranty for commercial use and a five-year warranty for domestic use. So, to me, the warranty says a lot. If a manufacturer is willing to put three years on for commercial use, they obviously trust their machine. The only thing is you do have to have it serviced by a main dealer, which always costs a bit of money. But it does give you peace of mind that you haven’t got any excessive bills coming in. Once again, if you have any comments to make, please feel free to leave a comment. I do try and respond to YouTube comments.

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In this video, I want to talk about a lawn mower-buying guide 2024. So, in other words, the main different types of lawnmowers, what types are available, and an approximate cost, etc.

First of all, before I show you any mowers, just remember that there are a lot of cheap mowers on the market that aren’t brilliant. They may last you a year or two, but in my experience, I have found that if you can, and I know we all have a budget, you’re better off buying something solid and good that will last.

Actually, in the long-term, it will work out cheaper, and you will have a more excellent piece of machinery to use. There’s nothing very pleasant about using a cheap lawnmower, but I do appreciate we all have a budget. But overall, in my experience, I’ve found that buying a quality product works out much better than buying a cheap product, and that applies to most things, to be fair. You can see my YouTube lawnmower buying guide 2024 below.

Electric Lawnmowers

So let’s start with the budget-type mowers, which are electric lawnmowers. Now, I think all these mowers are electric four-wheel mowers, and some are also available in batteries. But just be careful with the battery ones because the batteries, a lot of them on the domestic machines, don’t last that long, and it can be frustrating if you can’t get the job finished.

So, although I’m not a lover of electric mowers because you have the trailing cable. However, they are low maintenance and cheap, and the biggest obstacle for me is the cable. But they are reliable and easy to use, and if you’re on a limited budget, you can see you’ve got £49. I have actually used these, and they’re not too bad for what they are. They do offer value for money.

Rear Roller Mowers

So, that’s kind of the basic type of electric mower, and cheap as well. If we go here, we’re going to go kind of upmarket now. We have petrol, or what I call rear roller mowers. So, in other words, they drive off the roller. Let me show you an example of the machine that I use, which is a bit bigger. It’s a rotary mower powered by the roller behind the mower. The grass is thrown into the collector here, leaving a striped finish.

Now, for many people, this is a very practical type of mower. This is one of the more expensive ones, but you can get cheaper models, as you can see here. We’ve got them for £319, £399, etc. So, they vary in price, but this one is a professional model, which I’ve used for some years now, and a very good machine. And you have the added bonus of having stripes, making your lawn look quite nice. It’s not the next best thing to a cylinder mow. These Weibang mowers have five-year domestic and three-year commercial warranties, so they obviously trust their brand.

Four Wheeled Rotary Mowers

Moving on to more types of rotary mowers, these are four-wheeled rotary mowers. Some are self-propelled, and some are push models. Obviously, the self-propelled ones are a little bit dearer, but it’s definitely worth paying a little bit extra for the self-propelled machines rather than having to push them. It does make life easier, and in general, there’s not that much difference in price, but it will definitely make your life easier.

Once again, we’ve got a wide range to choose from, all different prices and so forth. But I like the idea of petrol because you can use it; you’re not restricted with a cable. There’s no battery that’s going to run down. All you need is petrol. Obviously, there is a bit of servicing, but it’s very simple on a modern petrol mow, to be fair. And with a rotary mower, you can almost cut grass in the wet, within reason, providing it’s not waterlogged or anything. Obviously, it’s better if you can cut in the dry, but these are quite a good allrounder and offer value for money if you just want to literally cut your grass. No stripes, but just make it look neat and tidy.

Hover Mowers

So the next type are petrol hover mowers, which are also available in electric. They’re not quite as popular as they were a few years ago. Although I don’t own a hover mower, I quite like them as they’re just quite practical for doing banks and things. You can swing them around. I’ve actually always found it easier to pull them backwards because I think as soon as you start to push on them, they push the cushion of air down. So you’re almost better off dragging them.

But they can be quite universal, even though they are not quite as popular as they were a few years ago. It seems like other machines have taken over, but if you’ve got banks and things, it’s worth looking at because you can use a two-stroke engine on a bank, and they’ll still work and be quite effective. I’ve done around ponds and things and even had them on a rope.

It may not be the best idea, but it’s a good way of getting to awkward places. They’re quite universal. Most hover mowers, some of the electric ones, do have collectors, but most of them just mulch the grass. So you don’t really need to collect the grass.

Cylinder Mowers

Right, the next mowers are cylinder mowers. And in some ways, I wouldn’t recommend a cylinder mower unless you have a really fine lawn. It’s the sort of mower that is used on bowling greens and golf courses, etc. But if you take pride in your lawn, they’re worth looking at. But they are certainly not as universal as something like the Weibang rear roller mower would be, or something similar and it would give almost as good a finish. Not quite, but almost!

However, there are people who insist on a cylinder mower, and I fully understand. But obviously, the cutting action is very precise. It’s almost like a scissor action, two metal blades touching each other. So, really, every year, you need to have your cylinder reground to make sure it’s cutting properly and efficiently. If it’s not cutting properly the mower will have a tendency to push the grass down rather than cut it.

So, if you want your lawn to look tip-top, it’s important to look after the cylinder and make sure you don’t any obstacles with it. These are, obviously, in general terms, normally more expensive than a rotary. There’s a 14-inch one, £985, the larger one £1,185, 17-inch, and so forth. Now, there are some seriously expensive ones as well, but if you’re after something long-lasting and good, and you like your lawn looking nice, take a look at our cylinder mowers and I’m here to receive any comments that you might have any questions about.

Ride on Mower’s

The next category is ride-on mowers. We have a range of different ride-on ones, from smallish machines like this Alco, for £1,899 to £1,599. Just be aware with ride-on mowers. Some people like the idea of a ride-on, but sometimes you are better off with a good quality walk-behind if you have many obstacles. Ride-on mowers are not always as practical as people think. Obviously, if you have a lot of land, then you have to have a ride-on, but some people would be better off with a walk-behind, even though they think they need a ride-on.

The fact is that ride-on mowers cost money to maintain and service, and normally, the larger the machine, the higher the maintenance costs. Ride on mowers come in different shapes and sizes. Some of the tractors are rear discharge, some are side discharge, some are mulching, and some have collectors on. I actually quite like the idea of mulching, as there’s no grass to pick up, but we’ll come on to those mowers next.

What I would make sure of is when you have one of these ride-on mowers, make sure you can empty the mower from your seat. There are some models that have two or three bags at the back. You literally have to get off your seat on the mower to empty the box, which, to me, defeats the point of having a ride-on mower. You want to be able to cut your grass, stay on the machine, and not have to keep jumping off. For example, you can empty the box from the seat, which is great. I don’t think we have any ones where there are multiple boxes on the rear of the mower. It’s not a good idea, and to me, it defeats the idea of having a ride-on mower.

Out Front Ride Ons

So the next type of machine is an out-front ride-on. These are mulching mowers, but they are articulated steer, so they’re highly maneuverable. And you can swing in and out, around trees and obstacles, and into awkward places. Probably one of the most practical mowers, apart from Zero Turn Mowers, which we will look at in a moment, but certainly highly maneuverable. There is no grass to collect as they mulch the grass clippings. The prices start around, around just over the £2,000 mark, £2,300 here for the smaller one, and there are all sorts of different sizes. Four-wheel drive ones and wider cut ones, but certainly, the principle of these are brilliant. I have used them, and I can recommend them for manoeuvrability. For example, if you have a large area or an orchard, they may cut grass very straightforward.

Pedestrian Mulching Mowers

So, the next type of mower we will look at are pedestrian mulching mowers, some that drive and some push models. Now, once again, I like the idea of being able to mulch. No grass to collect, which is good. It’s one less job to do. But you do have to cut your grass regularly to mulch efficiently. Otherwise, if you let the grass get too long, you cannot mulch effectively and efficiently.

You are supposed to cut your grass really once a week in the growing season to get the right effect. But it’s definitely worth looking at. And we don’t actually have that many mulching mowers, but we have a few here to choose from. Straightforward petrol push ones. This one’s a self-propelled one. So, it’s definitely worth looking at, but you can’t stripe your lawns with this type of mower. They are just wheeled mowers. There’s no roller on them, so you won’t get stripes.

Zero Turn Mowers

Now, zero-turn mowers are the most manoeuvrable mowers on the market. These are Zero Turns. Basically, let’s click on this Stiga zero-turn mower. So you’ve got two large wheels at the back, each with a hydraulic motor. You’ve got the caster wheels at the front, and you’ve got these levers. And literally, you’ve got instant forward and reverse, and you can literally go around trees. The mower will turn around on itself. They are highly maneuverable. I’ve had several zero turn mowers, not a Stiga but similar machines, they really are great mowers for manoeuvrability. But they are mainly designed for larger areas.

Let’s just go back to see some of the larger models. So, there are all different types here. Stiga, Greenworks, Snapper, once again, all mulching mowers. Now, this is a battery one. Once again, I would just be a little bit careful with batteries because you never quite know how long they’re going to last. But a lot of people like battery-powered equipment. I have my reservations, to be fair, especially when you get to machines of this size. I know there are some commercial battery ones, but they are well we’re talking about getting on to £30,000 for a commercial battery mower, so a lot of money. But I can definitely recommend the principle of zero-turn mowing for manoeuvrability, speed, and getting around obstacles. They are absolutely brilliant and my preferred type of mower for large areas.

Robotic Mowers

Finally, robotic mowers are becoming more popular. I go to quite a few different gardens where I see robotic mowers. The biggest thing with a robotic mower is to make sure that you have the time to do a proper installation, in other words, to make sure it’s set up well.

Most robotic mowers have a perimeter wire that runs all around the perimeter of the lawn, and the mower follows the perimeter wire. In years to come, you may not need the perimeter wire; it may just be from a GPS signal. But at the moment, most robotic mowers need a perimeter wire around the outside of the lawn, which you can’t see, as the grass grows over it.

Remember, it’s important to take time doing the installation so you can cut right up to the edges to minimize strimming and any trimming around the edges afterwards. So if it’s carried out properly you will have very low maintenance. You can set these robotic mowers to come out at a given time. I know someone who lets his mower out daily because he likes it cut regularly.

Obviously, these mowers mulch; you don’t have to collect the grass or do anything else, it’s purely robotic. So it’s all very much a labour-saving idea. And the people who have robotic mowers, who I’ve spoken to, really seem to like them. Some people enjoy going out to cut their grass, but this could be the answer if you want to see your grass neat and kept tidy, with no stripes.

There are many different manufacturers out there, so have a look at our range. There are many that are worth looking at. And one of the most popular robotic bars I probably see our the Husqvarna models. I don’t think we’ve got any Husqvarna models in stock at the moment, but they seem to be quite popular with people. So, once again, they are definitely worth having a look.

To Conclude

So, if you have any questions on the lawn mower-buying guide 2024, please let me know the YouTube comments. This isn’t particularly a detailed review of mowers; it’s more just what’s available. So, in other words, it is a buying guide of what’s available. But once again, buy the best you can afford, as I believe it’s cheaper long-term, and carry out some research before you buy. If you’ve any comments on this video and blog post, please feel free to comment in the YouTube comments area. I would be pleased to help.

Today my blog post title is John Deere JX90 or Weibang Virtue 53 Pro self-propelled 4-wheel lawnmower. I receive a terrific amount of web searches for the John Deere JX90 self-propelled wheeled mower. However, it appears that these walk-behind mowers are no longer being made by John Deere or under the John Deere badge. You can find out more here from an article that I recently read. John Deere is still very much in the turf care industry, but I’m not producing these smaller behind mowers any more.

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The Weibang Brand

Over the past seven years, I have been using Weibang mowers and so far, I have been very impressed with them. Most of the time, I have been using the Weibang Legacy 56 pro, which has proven to be an excellent machine. They actually now have the same machine available with a blade clutch which is a useful option for many users.

The Weibang Virtue 53 pro is a self-propelled four-wheel lawnmower is available for £1269, including VAT.

Prior to using the Weibang Legacy 56 pro, I had used Hayter Harrier 56 rear roller rotary mowers for many years. Sadly it appears that the Hayter Harrier range has not moved with the times and is not particularly effective. The biggest problem being with the Hayter Harriers was their ability to cut wet grass and collect at the same time. And a very poor drive system that could barely pull the machine along. The Weibang legacy Pro 56 is definitely far superior!

I would certainly recommend the Weibang Virtue pro three-speed lawnmower. One of the main things is that I consider is that these machines are well built and they come with a five-year domestic warranty and three-year commercial warranty. To me this is assurance that the company believes in their machines. One particular Weibang mower that I have been using has been regularly used for seven years with no problems.

Features

• A well-built and strong commercial mower.
• Five-year warranty for domestic use and a three-year warranty for commercial use.
• 53 cm (21 inch) cutting width.
• Heavy duty pro three-speed gearbox.
• Mow and collect or mulch.
• 70 L grass collection box.
• Aluminium airflow mowing deck.
• Antivibration system.
• Kawasaki 4-stroke engine.

Aluminium Deck

The Weibang Virtue 53 pro features an aluminium mowing deck which is designed for maximum airflow for optimum grass collection and performance in various conditions. The cutting deck has anti-corrosion properties which ensure a long working life.

Pro Three Speed Gearbox

The Virtue 53 pro mower features a heavy-duty three-speed gearbox which is designed for long life. I have seen these gearboxes and they really do look like a well-engineered gearbox. Many similar machines of mower have a very cheap type of gearbox which is not always impressive. From what I have seen and from what I understand, these gearboxes are very well-engineered and designed for many years of trouble-free use.

Kawasaki Engine

The Weibang is powered by a quality Kawasaki FJ180V engine. The 179 cc single-cylinder engine develops 3.4 kW, which is just over 5 hp. It’s a straightforward recoil start engine. The fuel tank capacity is 1.7 L and the dry weight of the engine only is 17 kg.

I have owned several machines that have been powered by Kawasaki engines. These machines included ride-on lawnmowers and large walk behind machines. I have never had a problem so far with a Kawasaki engine. They are easy to start and appear to be very fuel efficient.

Antivibration System

The Weibang Virtue Pro is a quality machine that is fitted with a heavy-duty antivibration system. This helps to keep the vibration from the engine and the mower to a minimum to maximise operator comfort. Many cheaper machines will not have this feature.

Robust Build Quality

For a long life, it’s important to have a mower that has a robust build quality. The Weibang Virtue is fitted with a heavy-duty front bumper, aluminium side deck skirts, and steel in the deck liner. And heavy-duty aluminium wheels that provide excellent traction.

The weight of the machine is 56 kg.

Five Year Warranty

As I mentioned earlier in this post, many Weibang machines have a five-year warranty for domestic use and a three-year warranty for commercial use. To me, warranty is worth a lot as it guarantees that there are no hidden bills for at least five years. Just remember that you do have to have your mower serviced at a dealer annually to keep the warranty running.

To Conclude

As I have said many times before, I believe it works a lot cheaper to buy a quality product that will give you plenty of trouble-free mowing. There are cheaper products available; however, in general, you get what you pay for!

As I mentioned earlier, I have been using Weibang mowers for seven years and I have been very happy with the results.

Specification

One of our most popular searches is for the John Deere X165 ride on lawnmower, you can find out you more about it here. Maintaining a pristine lawn can be a joy, but it requires the right tools to make the job efficient and hassle-free. When it comes to ride-on lawnmowers, the John Deere X165 stands out as a reliable and high-performance machine. With its blend of power, precision, and durability, this lawnmower is designed to tackle large lawns with ease. In this blog post, we’ll explore the features and benefits of the John Deere X165, and why it’s a top choice for homeowners and professional landscapers alike.

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Robust Performance

The John Deere X165 is equipped with a powerful 22-horsepower V-twin engine, providing ample power to tackle tough grass and challenging terrains. This ride-on lawnmower offers excellent traction and maneuverability, making it suitable for large, uneven landscapes. With its hydrostatic transmission, the X165 allows for seamless speed and direction control, ensuring a smooth and effortless mowing experience.

Superior Cutting Capabilities

One of the standout features of the John Deere X165 is its cutting system. It comes with a 48-inch Accel Deep mower deck, specifically designed to provide exceptional cut quality. The deep deck design ensures efficient grass flow and even dispersal of clippings, leaving behind a beautifully manicured lawn. Additionally, the mower deck can be easily adjusted to various cutting heights, allowing you to customize the length of your grass to perfection.

Comfort and Convenience

Mowing a large lawn can be time-consuming, but the John Deere X165 is designed with user comfort and convenience in mind. The lawnmower features a comfortable high-back seat, providing excellent support during long hours of operation. The ergonomic placement of controls and pedals ensures effortless operation, reducing operator fatigue. The X165 also comes with convenient features like cup holders and storage compartments, allowing you to keep essentials within reach while you work.

Durability and Longevity

When investing in a ride-on lawnmower, durability is a key consideration. John Deere is renowned for its robust construction and reliable performance, and the X165 is no exception. Built with a sturdy frame and quality components, this lawnmower is designed to withstand regular use and harsh mowing conditions. The John Deere X165 can serve you for years with proper maintenance, making it a valuable long-term investment.

Versatility and Attachments

The versatility of the John Deere X165 goes beyond mowing. This lawnmower can be equipped with a range of optional attachments, expanding its functionality and allowing you to tackle various landscaping tasks. Whether you need to bag grass clippings, spread fertilizer, or clear debris, the X165 can be customized to suit your needs, making it a versatile tool for maintaining your outdoor space.

To Conclude

The John Deere X165 ride-on lawnmower combines power, precision, and durability to deliver outstanding performance on large lawns. With its robust cutting system, user-friendly design, and versatility, this lawnmower stands as a reliable and efficient choice for homeowners and professionals alike. Invest in the John Deere X165, and experience the joy of effortless lawn maintenance and a beautifully manicured yard.

..Recently I created a video entitled what type of Lawnmower 2023. My aim is to explain the various types of popular lawnmowers that are available. There are certainly quite a few different types. It’s important to have the right type of mower for the type and size of the lawn that you are cutting. I have seen far too many people struggle in the garden just due to the fact of using the wrong tools or machines. You can see all the different types of mowers in the video. I will put the various categories and types of mowers below the embedded video.

Cordless Lawnmowers

Cordless or battery lawnmowers are a great idea. Due to the fact that you have low maintenance and no trailing electric cable. However, care needs to be taken as often domestic battery mower’s do not have very long lasting batteries. There are some manufacturers that have a range of attachments for the battery tools, so the same battery fits all the tools. It’s always better to have a machine that is overpowered rather than underpowered. The commercial battery lawnmowers have come along way over the last couple of years. However, these machines are not cheap. So take care to make sure you have enough batteries or battery power to be able to cut your lawn in one go. There’s nothing worse than having to stop halfway through a job due to the fact of running out of fuel. In this case, battery power!

Electric And Petrol Hover Mowers

Hover mowers used to be very popular in the 70s and 80s, though they are not quite so popular now. Hover mowers are designed to work on a cushion of air. However, that’s not always quite the case, I have often found it easier to pull the mower rather than push it. In this way, the mower tends to float on a cushion of air. Hover mowers are great for doing banks and around trees and obstacles. Some hover mowers mulch and others have a collection box. Traditionally, a hover mower would mulch. There are electric hover mowers and petrol hover mowers, personally, I prefer the petrol models as there are no trailing leads or cables to deal with.

Electric Lawnmowers

Electric lawnmowers come in all different types, the majority of electric mowers are rotary mowers with a collection box. However, there are a few lightweight cylinder models available and hover-type mowers that mulch or collect the clippings. I’m not a great fan of electric mowers. However, they do potentially do the job and offer value for money. In general, electric mowers are designed for the smaller garden and will normally average around 12 to 14 inch cut. The plus points are that electric mowers offer value for money and are cheap to run. The downside is that you have a trailing cable and you need a nearby power source.

Four Wheeled Rotary Mowers

Four wheeled rotary mowers are powered by 4-stroke petrol engines. Most of these machines have a collection system or a mulching system and some of them both. They are available in push models and self-propelled models. I would definitely pay the extra money and go for the self-propelled models. We have a wide-ranging of these mowers on our website.

Rear Roller Mowers

Petrol rear roller mowers are great for that perfect striped finish that really helps to finish off a lawn. They are not ideal for really long grass. However, they will cut grass that has been left for a few weeks. However, they are really designed for once-a-week or fortnight cutting. Rear roller mowers are powered by the rear roller by a four-stroke petrol engine. They come in various sizes, from around 15 inches to 22 inches. Most of the roller mowers are powered through the rear roller, although there are a few of the smaller models that you need to push. I would personally go for a mower that drives; it’s so much easier and much better for the operator. I appreciate that there is an extra cost, but I do believe that it is definitely worth the extra cost.

Ride On Mowers

Ride on mowers are designed for the larger garden, although they offer a bit more manoeuvrability than lawn tractors due to a slightly smaller size. It’s important that you find the right ride-on lawnmower for your garden. If you have too many obstacles in your garden, sometimes you are better off with a decent walk-behind machine. In some cases, you can spend half the time manoeuvring your machine around obstacles. The majority of ride-on mowers collect the grass clippings, however, there are some models that are available for mulching.

Lawn Tractors

Lawn tractors are for larger gardens and, in general, don’t offer quite so much manoeuvrability as the smaller ride-on mowers. I must admit over the years that, lawn tractors have improved and become more manoeuvrable. Lawn tractors generally have collectors or sweepers to collect the grass. Some models have a mulching option which is always useful as mulching helps to keep your grass greener in the summer. There are also some models that are purely mulching machines. Take care before you purchase to make sure you purchase the best machine that you can afford.

Mulching Mowers

Mulching mowers are great as there are no grass clippings to collect, which can be a huge timesaver. Some manufacturers offer dual functionality, so you have the option to collect or mulch the grass, this is quite a useful feature. Mulching mowers are available in walk behind versions, ride-on mowers and out-front mowers.

Push Mowers

Push mowers are available as rotary mowers, electric mowers and cylinder mowers, the most popular being the electric models and the four-wheel petrol models. For most people, I would always recommend purchasing a mower that is self-propelled. However, in general, push mowers are designed for small gardens.

Self-Propelled Lawnmowers

Self-propelled lawnmowers are normally petrol four-wheeled mowers, or at least they are categorised in this way on our website. Unless you have a very small garden, it is definitely worth paying extra money to have a mower that is self-propelled, it makes life a lot easier. It also doesn’t add a huge amount of money to the cost of the machine, especially if you are purchasing a budget mower.

Petrol Cylinder Mowers

Petrol cylinder mowers are fantastic if you want that Bowling Green look on your lawn. However, for most people, a rear roller rotary mower is more practical than a cylinder mower. I don’t want to deliberately put you off a cylinder mower. As they really do give a fantastic finish, especially when they are set up correctly. If your lawn is flat and smooth and you really want a Bowling Green finish, then it’s definitely worth looking at a cylinder mower. With a cylinder mower, you need to cut your lawn regularly as a cylinder mower will not be able to cope with longer grass. The maintenance is also much higher on racial the mower. They have a very precision cutting action, so is important that the blades do not come out of alignment by hitting obstacles etc.

Scythe Or Sickle Bar Mowers

Scythe or sickle bar mowers are great for cutting long grass or tough grass and scrub areas; you can even use a sickle bar mower to make hay. The sickle bar mower will not chop your grass like a rotary mower, so in most cases, you will have to clear up after using the mower. However, they can cut through brambles and small saplings, which is great if you are clearing an area.

Robotic Mowers

Robotic mowers have been available for several years now, if you don’t like cutting grass or you’re very busy, they are definitely a good option to look at. Technology is improving all the time. The majority of robotic mowers have a perimeter wire which runs all around the garden and around flower beds and any other obstacles. If you have lots of obstacles, it may not be practical to use a robotic lawn mower.

It’s important to take time to carry out the setup process as this can be a real-time saver if it’s carried out correctly. In other words, if the installation is carried out properly, you will have minimal strimming and missed bits of grass to deal with! Most robotic mowers have their own base station and can be set up to come out at various times of the day. Due to their mulching feature, it pays to use the mower regularly to keep your lawn in tip-top condition. I have seen many robotic mowers used successfully in domestic and commercial gardens.

The only feature that robotic mowers do not offer at the moment is stripes. However, I am told that this may be something that will be available very soon.

Zero Turn Mowers

Zero turn mowers are the most manoeuvrable mowers on the market. They can literally turn on a sixpence or at least within their own length. A zero-turn mower has two hydrostatic motors on the rear wheels and two caster wheels at the front. Each rear wheel can be individually controlled by a lever which gives you variable speeds in forward and reverse and also enables the machine to dodge round obstacles exceptionally easily. There are now some models that actually have a steering wheel rather than two levers. I haven’t used a zero-turn with a steering wheel. However, I am told that they work well. These machines are available in petrol, diesel and there are now some commercial battery models available.

Out Front Mowers

Out front mowers are not quite as manoeuvrable as a zero turn mower. However, they are still very manoeuvrable when it comes to going around trees and various obstacles. The majority of out-front mowers have an articulated body, which enables the whole machine to turn easily. The majority of the out front mowers are mulching machines which I have been very impressed with. They certainly seem to be very popular at the moment and of course, with no grass to collect, they are very quick and efficient to use. These mowers are available in petrol and diesel; I’m not sure if there are any electric models available as yet.

To Conclude

As you can see, there are huge amounts of mowers available. It really is important to purchase the right machine for the job and make sure that the machine does what you want it to. There are many people with larger gardens who will have two or three different mowers. But the majority of people, we just use one lawnmower. My personal favourites for lawns are the rear roller rotary mowers, these mowers leave a good finish and are probably the most practical machines for the majority of lawns. If you have a large lawn or paddocks and orchards, then the zero-turn mowers and the out front mowers are brilliant, especially if you have a mulching deck.

As I always say to people, by the best machine that you can as it works out cheaper in the long run. I appreciate that we all have a budget to stick to. However, in my experience, it pays to buy a good machine will give you many years of service.

Today we are going to look at budget electric hover mowers. Karl Dahlman first invented hover mowers in 1964. They were very popular in the 80s; people liked the principle and the ability to be able to cut banks with a hover mower. Flymo is the original brand of hover mowers, which is part of the Husqvarna group of companies.

The hover mower has a traditional single blade underneath the cutting deck. However, attached to the blade is a fan which blows air downwards, making the mower float on a cushion of air. The mower’s housing has a skirt-like cutting deck, which is similar to a hovercraft principle. Flymo’s claim is that they are easier to manoeuvre than a traditional wheeled rotary mower. And, of course, they have the added advantage of being able to cut banks fairly easily.

Although I’m not a fan of electric mowers, the Flymo range of hover mowers does offer value for money, minimum maintenance and ease of use. Petrol versions of hover mowers are available if you have large areas or you don’t want the bother of a trailing electric cable.

Flymo 300 Hover Mower

The Flymo 300 hover mower is designed for small to medium-sized gardens. It has a 30 cm width of cut and the ability to collect the grass clippings. If you cut your lawn regularly with the Flymo, it is not essential to use the collector as grass clippings are almost mulched.

The Flymo 300 hover mower is powered by a 1700 Watt motor, which equates to approximately 2.5 hp. The Flymo 300 is equipped with dual lever handles which makes easier when cutting around overhanging shops etc.

Flymo has made the hover mower extremely compact. The 20 L grass collector fits neatly onto the top of the mower. For storage, the Flymo can be mounted on a wall or folded down to take up minimum space.

Specifications

• Power: 1700 W
• Mower Type: Hover
• Cutting Width: 30cm
• Blade Type: Metal
• Cable Length: 10m
• Cable StorageYes
• Cutting Heights: 1-3 cm
• No. of Cutting Heights: 4
• Foldable Handles: Yes
• Grass Box Capacity: 20 litres
• Handle Control Switch Lever: Dual
• Height Adjustment: Spacers
• Made in the UK: Yes
• Product Weight: 8.3kg
• Sound pressure level at operators ear: 92 dB(A)
• Sound power level, guaranteed (LWA): 96 dB(A

Features And Benefits

• Floats on a cushion of air, making it highly manoeuvrable
• High-performance motor capable of cutting through thick, dense grass
• Durable metal blade
• Dual lever handles allow you to operate with either hand comfortably
• Flat folding handles allow the mower to hang up on the wall
• Equipped with cable storage hooks to quickly wind and unwind the cable
• Top-loading grass box, which makes it quick and easy to remove and empty

Contents

• EasiGlide 300 Electric Hover Mower 240v
• Lawnmower Blade
• Grass Collector (20 litres)

Flymo Glider Compact 330AX Mower

Here we have a slightly larger Flymo with a 33 cm cutting width. The easy glide Flymo 330 floats on a cushion of air make it very easy to push and manoeuvre around obstacles. The Flymo 330 comes with a 20 L collection box which is mounted on top of the machine.

Powered by a 1700 Watt electric motor, which is equivalent to around 2 ½ hp. The Flymo should have plenty of power to cope with normal lawn conditions.

Specifications

• Cutting width 30-33 cm.
• Power mains electricity.
• Self-propelled – no.
• Watts – 1700.
• Grasp capacity – 22 L.
• Cutting width inches – 13 inches.

One of the questions that people often ask me is how can I have nice stripes on my lawn? It’s very easy to create stripes on your lawn; all you need is a mower with a rear roller. I normally recommend a roller rotary lawn mower rather than a cylinder mower. For most people, a roller rotary mower is more suitable and more universal.

The lawn that you can see in the photograph was cut with a Hayter Harrier 22 inch lawnmower. It leaves a good finish, however, I wouldn’t particularly recommend a Hayter Harrier lawnmower. I used to use Hayter Harriers all the time for lawn cutting. Unfortunately, they haven’t really kept up with the times and there are much better models available.

You can see a couple more lawns here that are striped up with a roller rotary mower. In the last two photographs, I used a Weibang Legacy 56 Pro 3 speed Self-Propelled Rear Roller Lawn mower. In my opinion, they are a much better rotary mower than the Hayter Harrier. I have been fairly faithful Hayter Harrier brand for many years, however, I just don’t find that they are up to the job now and there are much better alternatives.

Many British people really appreciate a traditional striped lawn. I have to say that I really think a striped lawn really enhances a garden. The garden can almost be quite untidy and yet if you have a nicely cut striped lawn, you don’t actually see the untidy bits of the garden!

We Have A Range Of Roller Mowers

You can use two types of lawnmowers to create a striped lawn. However, I do really recommend a roller rotary mower for most people’s needs. The other type of mower is the cylinder type of mower which do give a brilliant finish. However, they generally need a little bit more maintenance and they cannot cope so well if the grass has become a bit long. Cylinder mowers are often used on bowling greens and cricket pitches and golf courses. If they are set up right, they can give an absolutely brilliant finish. However, once again, I would say for 95% of people, are better off with a roller rotary lawnmower.

All the lawns in the photographs that I showed on the screen were mowed with a roller rotary mower. You can see the finish isn’t bad as none of the lawns are bowling green-type lawns.

Various Models Various Prices

There are various models of roller rotary bars on the market. I would recommend customers purchase the best quality machine they can afford. I always believe that it’s cheaper to buy a more expensive machine in the long run than it is to buy a cheap machine. However, I appreciate that we all have to work to a certain budget and that is not always possible to buy the best machine.

You see that we do have the Hayter Harrier 56 lawnmower on the website, however, unfortunately, I would not recommend purchasing one now. A few years ago, I would have definitely suggested purchasing one, but they have really not moved forward with the times; they have actually gone backwards! You can see the mower that I now use, it’s a Weibang Legacy 56 Pro 3 speed Self-Propelled Rear Roller Lawn mower. It is a larger rotary mower and a professional machine, it may be too large for your needs. However, it’s a well-engineered machine that could potentially give you many years of good service. They also come with a five-year domestic warranty and a three-year professional warranty. So, they obviously believe in their products.

We do have a range of roller rotary mowers at all different sorts of prices. Hyundai do several budget lawnmowers, I would not recommend them for contracting, but they do give a three-year warranty for domestic use. It comes down to the same old story, in most cases, you get what you pay for.

To conclude

If you want a mower that stripes, you either need a roller rotary or a cylinder mower. However, once again, I would recommend the roller rotary mower is great for most people. If you have any questions, I’m here to help; you can leave a comment in the YouTube comments area. I do try and respond to comments.

Today we are looking at the John Deere battery zero turn mower, known as the Z370R Electric ZTrak. Over the last 20 years or so, zero-turn mowers have become very popular due to their excellent manoeuvrability. I have owned several zero-turn mowers; you will not find a mower that is more manoeuvrable than a zero-turn machine.

I’m amazed at how quickly manufacturers have adapted to producing battery lawnmowers. The technology really is coming along quickly. I wouldn’t say that I’m a fan of battery power, however, the fact that the machinery is much quieter, can’t be a bad thing! I also believe it’s easier to transmit power by electricity rather than through gearboxes, hydrostatic drives and belts etc.

You Can Find More Zero Turn Mowers Here

The Z370R electric ZTrak™ mower comes with a 42-inch deck is designed for the domestic market. I’m sure that zero-turn models will also be manufactured for the commercial market in the near future.

The John Deere battery zero turn mower is aimed at property owners who want to maintain their lawn easily with minimal maintenance. The battery mower it’s very simple to use, and has minimal maintenance and increased operator comfort due to low noise and minimal vibration.

A Wide-Ranging Of Mower Options

John Deere has a huge range of various types of mowers, from zero-turn mowers to walk-behind machines. It appears that customers are demanding more from their equipment, so John Deere wants to deliver what the customers want.

Battery Life And Charging

There is no need to remove the batteries when it comes to charging the John Deere battery zero turn mower. The batteries are charged by using an outdoor extension cable and a 110 V grounded outlet. This makes charging very easy as there is no need for an external charger.

The batteries enable the operator to mow up to 2 acres of grass. The sealed 3.2 kWH lithium-ion battery offers protection from the outdoor elements and allows the unit to run under damp conditions. The mower can be stored outside and washed down with confidence. The sealed battery keeps the battery protected from dust and debris.

The John Deere battery zero-turn mower battery carries a five-year/200-hour battery warranty for peace of mind. Apparently, if you want a 10-year warranty, that is available from John Deere dealers. Personally, I like to see a long warranty for peace of mind; batteries can be expensive.

More Features

The Z370R Electric ZTrak features a large LCD screen which is used for monitoring battery levels. There are three different modes, which allow the operator to adjust the settings based on preference and grass conditions.

There is even an app to monitor the charging of the Z370R Electric ZTrak. The app works through a Bluetooth connection.

To Conclude

As I mentioned earlier in the post, I’m not particularly a fan of battery machines and equipment. However, the great thing is that technology is improving almost daily. And there are benefits, like minimal servicing, no oil, no filters and belts and, of course, quieter mowing. You can find more information on the  Z370R Electric ZTrak here.

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