Today we are looking at the budget-priced Racing 4000P Push Petrol Lawnmower. This is a mower that is suitable for home users with a cutting capacity of up to 500 m². This is definitely not a machine that I would recommend for contracting, however, if you’re looking for a budget-priced lawnmower, the Racing 4000P is a good option. It’s an ideal mower for the smaller garden and for domestic use.
The Racing 4000P Push Petrol Lawnmower is currently on special offer at £169.95, which offers a saving of £50. One of the great things about this petrol lawnmower is the fact that it has a two-year warranty. So if the mower only last two years it has still only cost you £85 per year! For most users I would expect several more years providing you take proper care of the mower. I always tell people to buy the best machine that they can afford, however, in this case, I have to admit you do get good value for money. The reviews are pretty good too!
The powerful 139cc engine has plenty of torque to power the 40 cm cutting deck. The modern overhead valve 4 stroke engine delivers quiet and fuel-efficient power.
Cutting Deck
The 40 cm (16 inches) cutting deck offers manoeuvrability and the ability to get into those tight spaces where other mowers cannot go. The cutting deck offers single-lever adjustment and a cutting range between 25 to 70 mm in height. It’s always useful to have a mower that has the ability to cut high, especially if your grass has been left uncut for a few weeks. The grass collector has a generous 45 L capacity with a vacuum collection facility.
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To Conclude
The Racing 4000P Push Petrol Lawnmower is a budget petrol push mower and suited for domestic use. The Racing mower certainly offers value for money and with a two-year warranty, you cannot go far wrong. However, if you are looking for something a bit more upmarket we offer more four-wheeled lawnmowers here.
Mountfield HP414 – HP41 Push Petrol Rotary Lawnmower
Today we are looking at the Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower. This Mountfield push rotary petrol mower is currently on special offer at just £159, a saving of £20. This is actually the cheapest petrol mower that we sell on our website.
The great thing is with the Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower is that it comes with two years warranty. To my mind, it is much better to have a cheap petrol mower rather than an electric mower. You have the freedom to go where you want to and there is more power and no trailing cable.
The reviews for the Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower average 4.6 out of 5, which excellent good for a budget lawnmower at this price.
With a 123cc petrol engine, this 15 inch (39 cm) has plenty of power and will quickly cover the ground.
Folding handlebars for storage and easy transportation.
Multiposition height adjustment (five positions).
Lightweight and very manoeuvrable.
Two-year warranty
The Mountfield HP41 Petrol Rotary Lawnmower
The Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower is a budget petrol push mower that really does offer excellent value for money. Mountfield also offers the SP41 petrol rotary lawnmower which is on special offer at £199. This has the added advantage of being self-propelled so there is no need to push this machine. It’s definitely worth taking a look at for the small extra cost.
The 15-inch wide deck is not massive, but it does enable you to go where other mowers cannot go. The mower is suitable for areas up to 600 m². I know of people who use a small petrol mower like the Mountfield to cut around obstacles and to get into awkward places. And then use a larger mower to cut the main lawn, which can be another excellent use for this machine.
Four Stroke Petrol Engine
Powered by a four-stroke 123 cc petrol engine, developing 2.5 hp. The overhead valve engine is manufactured by Stiga and comes with an easy pull recoil start. There is no choke on the engine just simply prime the engine and pull the recoil cord and the engine will start.
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Cutting Deck
The mower deck is approximately 15 inches (39 cm) wide and manufactured with a quality steel deck. The cutting deck sits on four wheels which make the mower very easy to push. Due to the straightforwardness of the Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower, it has a very good collection system, even in damp weather.
One of the good features of a four-wheeled rotary mower are the fact that there is no roller that can sometimes act as an obstacle in the grass collection process. The only downside is that four-wheeled rotaries don’t create nice traditional stripes. However, we do have a range of rear roller rotary mowers if you are looking for that perfect striped finish.
With a 40 L collection bag, the Mountfield mower has plenty of space for grass, even when the grass is damp.
The cutting deck has five different cutting positions which vary from 25 to 70 mm. To adjust the cutting height, there is a simple five-stage adjuster on each wheel.
To Conclude
If you have a smallish garden and prefer petrol power over electric power. The Mountfield HP41 petrol rotary lawnmower definitely offers value for money. I have actually used the equivalent machine and the collection system is excellent. Even with thick damp grass mower collects the grass efficiently.
With a two-year warranty and a price of £159, you cannot go far wrong.
Today we are looking at the Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower, one of the most compact or smallest ride-on mowers on the market, today. One of the issues with ride-on mowers is often their size and manoeuvrability for getting around in gardens. However, the Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower overcomes the manoeuvrability problem, due to its compact size, fitting through most garden gates. It’s also fitted with hydrostatic transmission which increases manoeuvrability and versatility.
The Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower is currently available for £1499, complete with electric start and hydrostatic transmission. There is a cheaper gearbox model available, the Mountfield 827M Compact Lawn Rider, which is available for £1199. It does offer great value for money, however, I would definitely go for the hydrostatic version despite the extra £300.
One of the most compact ride-on mowers available today.
Hydrostatic transmission for ease of use and manoeuvrability.
Ideal for small gardens and tight areas.
Designed for areas up to 300 m².
Electric start overhead-valve four-stroke petrol engine.
150 L grass collector.
The grass collector can be operated from the driver’s seat.
Six cutting heights.
Optional mulch plug.
Two years warranty.
The Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower
The Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower is one of those ride-on mowers where most other ride-on mowers cannot go! Being just 73 cm (approximately 29 inches) wide, this compact ride-on mower can fit through most garden gates. With a turning circle of just 155 cm combined with the variable speed hydrostatic transmission, this ride-on lawnmower can get to most places, efficiently!
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Hydrostatic Transmission
The majority of ride-on mowers are fitted with hydrostatic transmission today. There are a few budget machines that still have the old fashioned gearbox system, however, I wouldn’t recommend buying a ride-on mower with a gearbox transmission. The extra cost for a hydrostatic drive is worth every penny.
Hydrostatic drives work in a very simple way. There is a hydraulic pump which is driven by the petrol engine, which in turn powers a hydraulic motor that powers the wheels of the ride-on mower. The hydrostatic drive gives instant forward and reverse speeds, there is no gearbox and no clutch. The majority of machines just have one foot pedal which gives you the ability to go forward or backwards at variable speeds. My estimation from my experience is that it almost cuts mowing time down by one third.
Electric Start Four Stroke Petrol Engine
The Mountfield ride on mower is powered by a Stiga four stroke 224 cc petrol engine, developing 4.8 hp. It also has an electric key start, so there is no rope pulling.
To be fair, I would like to see a larger engine in the Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower, however, this is a budget machine. And as the reviews mention, the machine does what it says on the packet.
Cutting Deck
The 66 cm (27 inches) cutting deck makes the Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower highly manoeuvrable, going places were most ride-on mowers cannot go. The cutting height varies from 30 to 80 mm which gives a wide range of cutting heights for every condition. There are six different cutting height positions.
There is an optional mulching kit for the Mountfield compact ride on mower, however, personally, I would not recommend a mulching kit for a machine of this power. Mulching takes a considerable amount of power as mulching keeps the grass within the cutting deck and chops the grass into small pieces. This takes a considerable amount of power and I don’t believe that a 4.8 hp engine can really cope with this type of task.
Grass Collector
The Mountfield compact ride on mower has a large 150 L collector that can be emptied from the driver’s seat. This is a good feature as I see too many ride-on mowers where you have to manually remove two or three collection bags by hand. This defeats the object of having a sit on mower! It’s surprising how much time you can save by staying on the mower, emptying a grass box from the driver’s seat saves time and effort, a good plus point for the Mountfield compact ride on mower.
To Conclude
The Mountfield 827H Compact Ride On Mower is a very compact machine that can go where most other ride-on mowers cannot go. Combined with the excellent hydrostatic transmission which helps to bring much more manoeuvrability, efficiency and ease of use making your lawn cutting more pleasurable.
I would like to see a considerably larger engine on this ride on mower. However, it is a budget machine and providing you cut the grass regularly it should be able to cope.
The Mountfield ride-on comes with two years warranty for peace of mind.
Today we are looking at the Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor, a ride on mower that is ideal for cutting lawns up to 8000 m². The Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor is currently on special offer at £1799, this is a saving of £250.
Recently we looked at the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor which again is on special offer at £1449 and again offering a saving of £250. My only criticism of this machine was the fact that it had the old-fashioned and out of date gearbox transmission. The Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor is slightly more expensive but has a much more efficient hydrostatic drive. I would not buy a ride on mower today with a gearbox, I would definitely go for a hydrostatic drive mower, despite the extra cost. I’ll explain more about hydrostatic drives further down this post.
The Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor is designed to be a mulching and side discharge mower. There is no collector on this machine, it’s ideal for cutting paddocks, orchards and areas where grass collection is not required. It is powered by a dependable Mountfield engine. For peace of mind, the lawn tractor comes with a five-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Hydrostatic transmission giving instant forward and reverse variable speeds.
Seven position cutting height.
Powerful 11.2 hp petrol engine.
Electric start.
Twin headlights.
Five-year peace of mind warranty.
The Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor
Mountfield has been making grass cutting machinery for over 50 years. They are a brand that many home users know very well. I know of people still using their roller rotary lawnmower from the 70s. To me, this suggests something good about Mountfield mowers!
The hydrostatic drive Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor is a great machine for areas where you do not require grass collection. As I mentioned, the Mountfield lawn tractor does not collect the grass clippings it only mulches or can be used as a side discharge machine. The machine comes with a tow bar which is great for towing a trailer or collector if required. Other towable equipment can also be used behind the Mountfield tractor.
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Powerful Four Stroke Engine
With a powerful four-stroke 452 cc engine developing 11.2 hp, the Mountfield lawn tractor has plenty of power. The engine comes with electric starting for ease of use, there is no recoil start to pull. The overhead-valve engine gives excellent economy and efficiency and smooth running.
Mulching Deck
I am a great fan of mulching as it saves having to empty the grass collector which is a very time-consuming job. To mulch properly and efficiently you need to cut your grass regularly, or at least once a week. When the cutting process is carried out on a regular basis, mulching can act as a green manure that will help to keep your grass greener in dry weather. It also saves a huge amount of time in disposing of the grass clippings.
With a 3 foot (98 cm) cutting deck, the Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor quickly eats up the grass. The cutting deck has seven different cutting heights ranging from 25 to 80 mm. I like the idea of having a good range of cutting heights. If the weather has been poor the high cutting height gives you the ability to be able to bring your grass back to its normal height, very quickly.
There is a hose connector port attached to the mower deck which helps to keep your mulching deck clean. Simply attach the hose to the deck, engage the electric clutch and let your lawnmower run for a few minutes and it will clean the inside of the deck.
Deck engagement is carried out through an electric clutch. Simply flick the switch and your cutting deck will be engaged. Just take care to make sure that your engine is running at a low speed so that the cutting deck doesn’t snatch in. In other words, it’s much more gentle on your clutch and prolongs clutch life.
Hydrostatic Drive
Hydrostatic drives have been powering mowing machines, combine harvesters and many more machines for over 30 years. It’s a very efficient way to drive a ride-on lawn tractor. A hydrostatic drive consists of an oil pump and a hydraulic motor that powers the mower’s wheels. This is normally then controlled through a foot pedal which gives you instant forward and reverse and at variable speeds.
Once you have used a hydrostatic drive mower will never want to go back to the old gearbox type. With a hydrostatic drive, there is no clutch, just a foot pedal that will give you instant forward and reverse at variable speed. This is great for cutting around obstacles and it also makes the machine much more efficient. For example, if you have a lush area of grass you can instantly slow the mower down, no gear changing, just all controlled on one foot pedal.
To Conclude
The Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor offers great value for money, especially with the current special offer. The lawn tractor has great reviews and a five-year warranty which are both valuable plus points. As I mentioned. I would definitely go for a hydrostatic ride on mower as the benefits are huge. Despite the increased cost over the gearbox model, I would say the benefits far way out the extra cost.
Once again this lawn tractor has excellent reviews coming out at 4.8 out of five, which is pretty good.
The Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor is a highly popular tractor lawnmower. With 32 reviews averaging 4.8 out of five, the Mountfield tractor is definitely worth taking a look at. Especially as the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor is currently on special offer for £1499, a saving of £250.
Mountfield had been making lawnmowers for over 50 years, I have seen many of their old rear rotary roller mowers from the 70s still working today. So there has to be something good about the Mountfield brand. The Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor comes with a five-year manufacturers warranty, for peace of mind.
The 98 cm cutting width quickly makes large areas seem like small areas of lawn. The manufacturer recommends this lawn tractor is suitable for areas up to 8000 m². It is ideal for mowing long wet grass found in orchards and paddocks and in areas where collecting is not required. The mulching feature helps to keep your grassed areas green in winter and of course, there is no collection box to empty, which is a great time saver.
Powerful purpose-built four stroke 452 cc engine developing 11.2 hp.
36 inch (98 cm) cutting width suitable for areas up to 8000 m².
Mulching feature keeping your grass greener for longer.
Side discharge capabilities for longer grass.
Perfect for mowing orchards and paddocks.
Five forward and one reverse gear.
Electronic clutch for easy cutter deck engagement.
Tow bar included or optional attachments.
Twin headlights.
Five-year peace of mind warranty.
The Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor
I believe that the most attractive features of the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor are the fact that the lawn tractor has a mulching facility. This can save a huge amount of time due to the fact that there is no collection box to empty. The price is very attractive for a ride on tractor due to the special offer. And finally, the five-year warranty which gives total peace of mind and suggest to me that Mountfield trust that our products.
The only thing that lets this lawn tractor down is the fact that it has a gearbox rather than hydrostatic transmission. We will talk about hydrostatic transmission further down this post. If I was purchasing this machine I would go for the Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor which is equipped with hydrostatic transmission.
Mulching Capabilities
In the last few years mulching mowers have come a long way. One of the great things about mulching is the fact that there is no grass collector to empty and your grass stays greener for longer in dry weather. The mulching feature acts as a green manure for your lawn. Emptying a grass collector on a lawn tractor can be time-consuming, I appreciate there are times when it is necessary to pick up the grass clippings. However, I actually find it much easier to mow the lawn on a regular basis rather than having to collect the grass clippings and spend time emptying the collector.
The Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor has the ability to be used for a mulching machine or a side discharge mower. If your lawn is slightly long then you’re better off to use the side discharge feature and then to come along and mulch the grass a few days later.
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Mulching grass does consume quite a bit of engine power due to the fact that the grass is being kept inside the deck and being chopped up into tiny pieces. Regular mowing is the key to successful mulching, with no grass collector, the Mountfield garden tractor can quickly cover the ground.
The 98 cm (3 foot) cutting deck can quickly cover the ground, it is suitable for areas up to 8000 m². The seven-position cutting heights ranging from 25 to 80 mm give a great variety of cutting heights to suit almost every needs.
The mulching deck has an electronic clutch for ease of engagement. There is also a hose lock fitting to attach a hose and wash the inside of the deck out. A great feature for keeping your deck clean underneath.
Gearbox Transmission
As I mentioned earlier in this post, the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor has a five forward speed and one reverse speed gearbox. This is okay, however, if I was going for a ride on tractor I would personally go for a hydrostatic drive model.
Hydrostatic drive machines are almost like driving an automatic car. There is no clutch and no gearbox, just simply an oil-driven motor powered by an oil pump. A hydrostatic drive system offers variable speed in forward and reverse speeds. Hydrostatic mowers can outperform gearbox models by a long way. A hydrostatic mower makes it so easy to cut around awkward flower beds and obstacles, by simply just varying the speed on a foot pedal. There is no clutch to depress or no gears to change.
Another great benefit of hydrostatic transmission is the fact that if you’re cutting thick grass you can immediately slow the machine down instantly. There is no stopping to change gear, everything is on one-foot pedal giving you instant variable speed in forward and reverse. Once you have used a hydrostatic drive mower you will not want to revert back to the old gearbox style.
If you would like to purchase a lawn tractor with a hydrostatic drive, it’s definitely worth taking a look at the Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor. This is identical to the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor, apart from it was powered by hydrostatic drive.
Four Stroke Petrol Engine
With a powerful 452 cc overhead valve engine the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor has plenty of power to cut grass. The 11.2 hp Stiga engine has been built on 10 years of rigorous testing. The engine has been specially designed for ride-on mowers and offers minimum vibration and excellent economy.
More Features
The twin headlights on the Mountfield ride on mower means you can even cut your lawn in the dark. The wide profile tyres help to keep the machine on top of the lawn causing minimum damage even in wet conditions. Another great feature is the towbar that comes with the ride on mower, this is ideal for optional accessories like trailers and towed collectors.
To Conclude
I have used many Mountfield products over the years, as I mentioned earlier, I have seen many roller rotary mowers from the 70s still in use today! Mountfield makes good quality products for the home user. I like the fact that the Mountfield 1538M-SD Lawn Tractor has a five-year warranty, a good warranty is always a massive plus point for me.
I would definitely look at the hydrostatic drive version of this lawn tractor. Although the cost is slightly more, I believe that it is definitely money well spent. It makes your mowing experience much more pleasurable, much easier and the output is also considerably more. You can see the Mountfield 1538H-SD Lawn Tractor here.
Today we are looking at the Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower, this is a professional mower designed for golf and cricket clubs and bowls clubs. The Allett Shaver is available in 20 and 24-inch models. The 24-inch model is available for £5840.40 including VAT.
Yesterday we looked at the Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower. A fine British engineered mower designed for long life and an excellent cut. The Allett Westminster is available for £4308.36 which offers a saving of £240. The price includes VAT.
The Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower is a highly specialised mower that is designed for that extra special fine cut. The Shaver 24 would normally be used on areas like golf greens, bowling greens and cricket-wickets. It is not a machine to cut your average lawn with! However, it is a machine that is built and engineered to last for many years. I appreciate that is not a cheap machine, however, investing in a machine like the Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower could give you many years of trouble-free service.
Features
A British built mower engineered for professionals.
24 inch (610 mm) cutting width.
10 bladed cylinder.
Designed for bowling greens, golf greens etc.
Honda 4.8 hp petrol engine.
Adjustable handlebars.
Dual clutches.
Two piece aluminium rear roller.
39 L grass box.
Two year warranty.
Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower
If you’re looking for a machine that is well balanced and giving a first class professional finish, then the Allett Shaver could be your answer. As I mentioned earlier, this is a specialised machine for specialised tasks that will give you an excellent bowling green finish.
Allett Shaver Height Adjustment
24 Inch And 20 Inch Models Available
The Allett Shaver is available in 24 inch and 20-inch models. The 10 bladed cylinder gives 217 clips per minute which is quite impressive, irrespective of the forward speed. The cutting heights range from 2.4 mm to 19 mm, the cutting height adjuster features the Allett micro-adjustment system.
Independent Clutches
One of the features of the Allett Shaver is the fact that it has independent clutches. In other words, the machine can be moved around areas without engaging the cylinder cutting blade. This ensures smooth and positive control at all times which is very useful when moving around between various grassed areas.
Honda Petrol Engine
The Allett shaver is powered by a reliable Honda petrol engine. The engine develops 4.8 hp at 3600 revs per minute. For many horticulturalists and greenkeepers, the Honda engine is the preferred type of engine. I have had Honda engines on fitted on several machines that I have owned, I have never encountered a problem with the Honda engine. I’ve actually seen Honda engines left unused for a couple of years and then only to start at first pull. The Honda engine also offers excellent economy and smoothness.
Allett Shaver 20 And 24 Inch Models
Adjustable Handlebars
With adjustable handlebars and fitted with antivibration mountings makes the Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower a pleasure to use. The handlebars can quickly be adjusted to suit the operator.
To Conclude
The Allett Shaver 24 Cylinder Mower is a specialised machine designed for greenkeepers. I would not recommend this product for the average homeowner as it is highly specialised. You can take a look at our range of cylinder mowers that are better suited for home use and general professional use. If you’re looking for something more rugged and adaptable is also worth taking a look at our rear roller rotary mowers. These machines give an excellent striped finish, although not quite so good as a cylinder mower. However, in many cases, a rear roller rotary mower can be much more practical.
The Allett Shaver comes with a two-year manufacturer’s warranty.
Allett Westminster 20H Semi-Pro Petrol Cylinder Mower
Today we are looking at the Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower. This cylinder mower is British engineering at its finest. The Allett Westminster is suitable for the maintenance of cricket wickets, bowling greens and golf greens. It’s also excellent for those extra-fine formal lawns.
At the time of writing the Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is available for £4308.36, which offers a saving of £240. I appreciate this cylinder mower is not cheap, however, it’s built to last and it’s built to give your lawn an outstanding finish.
Over the years I have seen people’s various buying habits. If you want to machine to last and give you many years of service then it’s always best to buy a quality machine. I appreciate that not everyone’s budget can afford to do this. However, I believe in the long run it’s a cheaper option to buy a quality product.
I know of many customers who have purchased quality machines like the Allett range of mowers. If these machines are looked after well they will give you many years of good service. I have customers who are using 35-year-old machines and they are still running absolutely perfectly today. If you work out the annual cost, this makes the machine seem pretty cheap!
Recently looked at the Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower, another fine British built mower. This machine is currently retailing for £4399 which offers a saving of £310.
Suitable for bowling greens, cricket wickets and fine lawns.
12 bladed cutting cylinder.
Impressive 145 cuts per metre.
Ideal for lawns up to 400 m².
Honda petrol engine.
84 L grass box.
Double section aluminium rear roller.
Two years warranty.
Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower
The Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is designed to give you the finest lawn cut possible. With a 12 bladed cylinder the Allett Westminster gives a highly impressive 145 cuts per metre. The more blades per cylinder, the finer the cut. A typical cylinder mower will have a six bladed cylinder, this Allett Westminster has 12 blades per cylinder, hence, the extra-fine cut.
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Honda Petrol Engine
I know of many gardeners and horticulturalists whose preferred engine is the Honda range of engines. Honda produces an excellent range of four-stroke petrol engines, which offer economy and efficiency. I have used many machines that are powered by Honda engines over the years. In some cases, I have left a machine unused for a couple of years and yet the machine still started on the first pull. Over the years, I have never had a problem with a Honda engine, which really suggests how reliable they are.
The Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is powered by a Honda GX200 four-stroke engine. The 196cc engine develops 5.5 hp and has a fuel tank with a 3.1 L capacity.
20 Inch Cut
The Allett Westminster 20H has a 20-inch (51 cm) cutting width. The 12 bladed cylinder has cutting heights between 2.4 mm and 19 mm. The Allett Westminster features variable micro-cutting height adjustment.
Allett Westminster Transport Wheels
Adjustable Handles And Transport Wheels
For maximum comfort, the Allett Westminster offers handlebar height adjustment to give the operator maximum comfort which helps to avoid unnecessary fatigue.
One of the great features of the Allett Westminster is the transport wheels. The transport wheels enable the machine to be transported easily across hard surfaces without damaging the roller or the cutting cylinder, which is of utmost importance.
This protects the aluminium double section rear roller.
To Conclude
The Allett Westminster 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower offers superb and excellent fine cutting for that bowling green finish. However, I would not recommend this cylinder mower to the average homeowner. The Allett Westminster has a very fine cut which is achieved with the 12 bladed cutting cylinder. This machine really is designed for people who want an extra-fine cut. The majority of people better off with a six-bladed cylinder, you can see more six-bladed cylinder mowers here.
This British built so the mower comes with a two-year peace of mind warranty.
Specification
Ideal for lawns up to 400m2
Self Propelled 20” cylinder mower
No cartridges
196cc Honda GX200 easy start unleaded petrol engine- recoil start
3.1-litre fuel tank
51cm (20”, 508mm) cutting width
Twelve-bladed cutting cylinder
145 cuts per metre
2.4mm – 19mm cut height
84-litre grassbox
Fixed grass rake- adjustable
Zinc-plated steel front roller
Double section aluminium rear roller
Variable height positions. Bale bar for cylinder and/or roller drive
Ideal for ornamental lawns or low cut sports surfaces e.g. cricket wickets/bowling greens
Allett Buckingham 30H Semi-Pro Petrol Cylinder Mower
Today we are looking at the slightly larger cut Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower. The Allett Buckingham 30 is available for £4399 including VAT, which is a saving of £310. This is a professional mower for the keen gardener, contractor, estate owner etc.
Yesterday we looked at the slightly smaller Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower. The Allett Buckingham 20H is available for the slightly cheaper price of £3795 including VAT, this is a saving of £264.
I appreciate that the Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower is not a cheap machine. However, I always tell people to buy the best machine they can afford. Over the years I’ve seen people invest in quality machinery and literally they are still using the same machine 30+ years later. Not everyone can afford this type of investment for a cylinder mower. However, in the long run, I believe the investment is much cheaper than buying something of cheaper quality.
Just one word of warning, not every lawn suited to a cylinder mower. There is absolutely no doubt that a cylinder mower gives a very prestige and razor-sharp cut. However, cylinder mowers require a reasonably smooth lawn to cut efficiently and properly. If you have lots of children and animals and twigs etc on your lawn, it may be worth looking at a rear roller rotary mower. These machines can withstand rougher areas and the blade can quickly be sharpened if it is unfortunate enough to hit an obstacle. A rear roller rotary mower will also leave a decent striped finish to your lawn. I’m not trying to put you off purchasing a cylinder mower, it’s just important to purchase the right machine for the job.
A well-engineered British semiprofessional cylinder mower.
Powered by a Honda four-stroke engine.
30-inch cutting width.
Six bladed cutting cylinder.
73 cuts per metre.
118 L grass box.
Triple section rubberised steel roller.
Micro-cutting height.
Variable handlebar positions.
Optional trailer seat.
Two-year warranty
Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower
The Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower is a fine piece of British engineering at its best. Allett has been making cylinder mowers since the 1970s and built up a good reputation across the world. The Allett Buckingham can bring an excellent and fine professional finish with stripes to your lawn. The Allett Buckingham 30H is recommended for lawns sizes between 650 – 1500 m².
The well-engineered cylinder mower is designed for the serious gardener and professionals who are maintaining formal lawns, gardens, bowling greens and more.
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30 Inch Cut
With a 30 inch (76 cm) the Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower is capable of cutting lawns up to 1500 m². The six-bladed cutting cylinder produces 73 cups per metre, giving your lawn a razor-sharp cut. The cutting height ranges between 5 mm to 35 mm which offers micro-adjustment to get the perfect finish.
The generous 118 L grass box gives plenty of space for the grass clippings.
Unfortunately, the excellent Allett cartridge system is not available on the Buckingham range of cylinder mowers.
Honda Petrol Engine
I know of many gardeners and horticulturalists whose preferred engine is the Honda range of engines. Honda produces an excellent range of four-stroke petrol engines, which offer economy and efficiency. I have used many machines that are powered by Honda engines over the years. In some cases, I have left a machine unused for a couple of years and yet the machine still started on the first pull. Over the years, I have never had a problem with a Honda engine, which really suggests how reliable they are.
The Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower is powered by a Honda GX200 four-stroke engine. The 196cc engine develops 5.5 hp and has a fuel tank with a 3.1 L capacity.
Allett Trailer Seat
Adjustable Handlebars And Trailer Seat
For optimum operator comfort, the Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower comes with adjustable handlebars. So whether you’re using the optional trailer seat or just walking, you can find the perfect position.
An optional trailer seat is available for the Allett Buckingham 30H Petrol Cylinder Mower. The trailing seat is designed to follow the movements of the cylinder mower to the millimetre when turning. In this way, it enables the operator to be able to cut closely to flower borders and other obstacles.
To Conclude
The Allett Buckingham 30H is a very fine piece of British engineering that is built to last. I appreciate that the price is not in everyone’s budget, however, you could potentially have a machine that will give you many years of reliable service and will work out cheaper in the long run.
As I mentioned earlier, make sure your lawn is suited to a cylinder mower. If you are looking for a machine that stripes your lawn but is slightly more versatile then it may be worth taking a look at our rear roller rotary mowers.
The Allett Buckingham comes with a full manufacturers warranty.
Specification
Recommended lawn size up to 650-1500m2
Self propelled
No cartridges
196cc Honda GX200 easy start unleaded petrol engine-Recoil start
3.1-litre fuel tank
30”/ 76cm/ 760mm cutting width
Six-blade cutting cylinder
73 cuts per metre
5mm – 35mm height of cut
118 litre grassbox
135kg in weight
Zinc plated steel front roller
Grass rake fitted- adjustable
Triple section steel (rubberised) rear roller – no wheel marks
Variable height positions. Bale-bar for cylinder and / or roller drive
Today we are looking at the Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower. The Allett Buckingham 20H is a semiprofessional mower, which is ideal for lawns up to 450 m². The Allett Buckingham is currently available for £3785 including VAT.
Yesterday we looked at the Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower. A cheaper machine priced at £1239 which includes a £90 reduction. The Allett Kensington has the great advantage of having the lawn accessory cartridges. These cartridges help to make your Kensington mower a unique power unit that can carry out many lawn care tasks.
All Allett mowers are built and manufactured in the UK, the company has been making mowers since the 1970s. Allett machines are used in private gardens, golf courses, parks, bowling greens and many more places. If you’re looking for a well-engineered British built cylinder mower that can give your lawn a bowling green look. Then it’s definitely worth taking a look at the Allett range of cylinder mowers.
A well-engineered British semiprofessional cylinder mower.
Powered by a Honda four-stroke engine.
20-inch cutting width.
Six bladed cutting cylinder.
73 cuts per metre.
84 L grass box.
Double section rubberised steel roller.
Micro-cutting height.
Variable handlebar positions.
Optional trailer seat.
Two-year warranty
Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower
The Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is a semiprofessional mower can give an exceptionally fine finish to your lawn. The Allett Buckingham is suitable for lawns up to 450 m², the mower can create a traditional, professional striped finish.
Just one word of warning before you purchase a cylinder mower. Cylinder mowers are designed for cutting lawns rather than cutting grass. In other words, your lawn needs to be reasonably level and clear of any debris. If you have a lawn with lots of children and animals and debris on the lawn it may well be worth looking at one of our rear roller rotary mowers. These machines offer a striped finish and are more versatile than the traditional cylinder mower. I’m not trying to put you off purchasing a cylinder mower, I just want you to purchase the right machine for the right job.
In many cases, larger gardens may have two or three different types of machines for various grass cutting tasks around the garden. I know many of us are working on a budget so this is not always possible.
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Petrol Engine
The Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is powered by a Honda GX 200 easy start four-stroke overhead valve petrol engine. The Honda engine develops 5.5 hp and offers excellent fuel economy. The engine is started by a straightforward recoil start which is actually effortless. I have had many machines which have been powered by Honda engines, I don’t ever remember having any problems whatsoever with Honda engines.
There have been occasions when I haven’t used a particular machine for a couple of years. A Honda engine will often fire up first time even after a couple of years!
The air cleaner is a dual-element air filter which offers extra protection to your engine. I cannot stress the importance of keeping air cleaners clean. Failure to do so can result in poor engine performance and shorter engine life. A dirty air filter is a buildup and accumulation of dead grass and leaves etc that will stop the mower taking in clean air. A few minutes cleaning the air filter can save huge amounts of time in the long run!
The Honda engine comes with a three-year warranty.
Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower Split Rubberised Roller
Cutting Cylinder
The cutting cylinder gives a 20 inch (50 cm) cut. The six-bladed cylinder produces 73 cuts per metre which produces a very fine cut indeed. Cylinder mowers have a very precision, scissor-type cutting action. The rotating cylinder is placed above a bottom blade which in turn cuts the blades of grass. It’s important to take care of your cylinder mower as this is a very precise cutting system. Failure to do this will impair the finish to your lawn.
The majority of people will have their cylinder reground on an annual basis to keep the cutting cylinder in peak condition. However, this does depend on how much use your mower is used.
The cutting height is variable between 5 mm to 35mm and offers micro-adjustment.
Variable Handlebar Adjustment And Trailer Seat
The handlebars on the Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower are fully adjustable for the comfort of the operator. This is also a useful feature when the optional trailing seat is being used. The trailing seat enables the operator to be able to cut accurately right up to the edges while riding comfortably on the trailer seat.
To Conclude
If you are looking for a fine piece of British engineering and the Allett Buckingham 20H Petrol Cylinder Mower is a good choice. The cylinder mower in design for professionals and a long-term investment. I know that everyone has a budget. However, in my experience, when you buy a quality piece of machinery, it can give many years of service. To me, this is far cheaper in the long run and you have the pleasure of using a quality piece of equipment.
The Allett Buckingham comes with a two-year warranty for peace of mind.
Specification
Ideal for lawns up to 450m2
196cc Honda GX200 easy start unleaded petrol engine- Recoil start
No cartridges
Cutting width 20”, 50cm, 508mm
Up to 450m2
3.1-litre fuel tank
51cm (20”) cutting width
Six-blade cutting cylinder
73 cuts per metre
5mm – 35mm height of cut
84-litre grass box
103kg
Zinc-plated steel front roller
Double section steel rear roller (rubberised)
Grass rake – adjustable
Variable height positions. Bale-bar for cylinder and/or roller drive
2 years parts and labour
Optional trailing seat available
Optional side front roller kit for cutting longer grass (SFRK20)
Allett Kensington 20B Self Propelled Petrol Cylinder Mower
Today we are looking at the Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower. This is the largest of three mowers in the Allett Kensington range. The Allett Kensington 20B is currently available for the price of £1239 which offers a saving of £90.
Yesterday we looked at the Allett Kensington 17B Petrol Cylinder Mower, a slightly smaller mower but offering the same qualities. The Allett Kensington 17B is available for £1239 which currently offers a saving of £90.
The Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower is designed for keen homeowners with medium to large size lawns. There is no other type of mower to give a better bowling green striped finish than a cylinder mower. One of the best features of the Allett Kensington mower is the fact that there is a cartridge system. The cartridge system allows various lawn care accessories to be fitted to your cylinder mower using just one power unit.
A cylinder mower is the best way to give your lawn a prestige cut. Just a word of warning, not every lawn is suitable for a cylinder type mower. In many cases, if your lawn is a bit up and down, has children playing and dogs running around and other debris, it may be worth looking at a rear roller rotary mower. These rear roller rotary mowers will give a striped finish and are more versatile than a cylinder mower. I don’t want to put you off purchasing a cylinder mower, it’s just important to purchase the right type of mower for the right job.
Quick cartridge system enables you to multitask with your cylinder mower.
Seven different accessories are available.
20-inch cutting width.
Six bladed quick-release cylinder.
79 cuts per metre.
Steel front and rear roller.
Three setting handlebar adjustment.
Fold-down handlebars for storage and transport.
Two-year warranty.
Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower
British manufacturer, Allett has been engineering and building mowers since the 1970s, the company is going from strength to strength. The Allett Kensington 20B is suitable for lawns up to 350 m² with an unbeatable cutting performance. The mower comes with two steel rollers for a perfect striped finish. The rear roller is split into two to minimise turf damage. If you are looking for a perfectly cut lawn with a striped finish the Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower could be for you.
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Cutting Cylinder
The 20 inch (51 cm) cutting cylinder is the largest mower in the Kensington range. The six-bladed cylinder comes as standard, the cylinder produces 79 cuts per metre. There is a 10 bladed cylinder available for an even tighter cut, which is available as an optional extra.
Cylinder mowers have a very precise cutting action, almost like a scissor -type action. The cylinder rotates and cuts the grass against a rigid bottom blade which should give a perfect cut. It’s important to make sure and clear any debris from your lawn before start cutting. Failure to do this can impair the cutting performance due to cylinder mowers having a very precise cutting action.
It’s advisable to have your cutting cylinder ground and reset and sharpened once a year. Or maybe less if you are not using your machine for huge amounts of time. It is important to take care of your cutting cylinder to maintain a peak cutting performance.
Allett Kensington 20B Split Roller
Briggs & Stratton Engine
The Allett Kensington 14K Self Propelled Petrol Cylinder Mower is powered by an XR 550 Briggs & Stratton petrol engine. The 127cc overhead valve engine develops 4 hp. The XR 550 engine has a cast-iron sleeve that adds to the life of the engine. A dual-element air cleaner gives maximum protection to the engine. It’s important to make sure your air cleaner is kept clean at all times. Failure to do this will result in poor engine performance and shorter engine life. A few minutes servicing can save a lot of pain and expense in the long run.
The magnetron electronic ignition system ensures easy starting even on the coldest morning.
Cartridge Range
There is a range of enhanced lawn care products for the Allett Kensington which can be fitted in place of the standard cutting cylinder. The cartridge range includes; 10 bladed cutting cylinder, aerator, dethatcher, scarifier, verticut cartridge and lawn brush. One of the great things with all these accessories is the fact that you have one power unit to carry out multiple tasks.
To Conclude
As I mentioned at the beginning of this post there’s nothing better than a cylinder mower to give your lawn a prestige finish. Not every lawn is suitable for a cylinder mower due to their precise cutting action. It’s definitely worth looking at our rear roller rotary mowers which are more suitable for rougher areas and are more universal. Many larger gardens have two types of machine, a cylinder mower for the prestige lawn and a rotary mower for the rougher outlying areas.
To me, one of the best features of the Allett Kensington 20B is the fact that it can take various lawn care accessories. In other words, one power unit can carry out multiple lawn care tasks.
The Allett Kensington 20B Petrol Cylinder Mower comes with a piece of mind two-year manufacturers warranty.
Specification
Suitable for lawns up to 350m2
Self-propelled
The ultimate lawn-care cylinder mower– takes ALL the cartridges in the Allett range including; a 10 blade cylinder, scarifier, aerator, lawn brush, dethatcher and verticut cartridge
127cc XR550 Briggs + Stratton petrol engine- recoil start
2-litre fuel tank
51cm/20”/508mm cutting width
Cylinder cutting system
Six-blade (Quick Cartridge) cylinder
79 cuts per metre
6mm – 32mm (¼“ to 1 ¼”) Height of cut- variable micro-set adjuster- the incremental height of cut
Fixed grass rake- adjustable
70 litre grassbox
54kg
Comes with auxiliary wheel kit
Zinc plated steel front roller
Double section steel rear roller with differential- no wheel marks
3 handlebar height positions plus folding for storage/transport
