Product Review – Lawnmowers

Published on Mon, 04/25/2011 - 12:57pm

When people drive by your property, the care of your lawn is one thing they’re sure to notice. You want your yard and/or property to look welcoming to your friends, family and neighbors and one easy way to keep things looking up to par is to keep on top of your mowing. You’ll need a mower that’s dependable and gets the job done with as little hassle as possible, but looks like a professional landscaping crew was just at your place. With one of these models, you can enjoy that look, and you may end up enjoying your property and tending to it even more.

 

Dixon - Ultra 61

 

Speed: 10 mph

Cutting deck size: 61 in

Cutting height: 1.5 - 5 in

Engine hp: 27 

Height: 42 in

Width: 62.25 in

Length: N/A

Weight: 770 lb

 

Ultra is the ultimate in comfort, performance and productivity for the large estate owner. The oversized welded steel frame, a silky smooth hydraulic drive system, super sized tires and plush seat add up to a ride that’s hard to beat.

 

Other features include a welded steel deck and a high powered V-twin engine, control levers with hydraulic dampeners for smooth finger-tip operation and convenient foot pedal deck lift that allows for quick deck adjustment without taking hands off the steering levers.

 

704-921-6864

Dixon

9335 Harris Corners Parkway

Charlotte, NC 28269


 

 

Dixie Chopper - Dominator

 

Acres per hour: 5.0*

Cutting deck size: 56 in

Cutting height: 1.5 - 5 in

Engine hp: 33

Height: 78 in

Width: 62 in

Length: 112 in

Weight: 1,735 lbs

*Acres per hour is calculated on 80% efficiency

 

The new Dixie Chopper Dominator combines four-wheel-drive versatility with zero-turn maneuverability in a unique lawn-mowing machine, making hillsides and inclines readily accessible to quality mowing. A custom front-end mechanism activates the mower’s front casters, allowing it to operate on four full-size wheels with four-wheel motors when the casters are raised, and two full-size rear wheels in unison with the front casters when those casters are in the down position.

 

The Dominator’s unique front-end mechanism has been designed for versatility, providing an interchangeable connection for a blade to increase the unit’s productivity. An optional dual-wheel kit is also available.

 

765-246-7737

Dixie Chopper

6302 E. County Road 100 North

Coatesville, IN 46121


 

 

Exmark- Lazer Z S-Series

 

Speed: 10 mph

Cutting deck size: 60 in (48 - 72 in decks available)

Cutting height: 1 - 5.5 in

Engine hp: 27

Height: N/A

Width: 60 in

Length: N/A

Weight: 1,133 lbs

 

The Exmark Lazer Z S-Series is available with a range of 48” – 72” full-floating UltraCut™ Series 4 cutting decks allowing you to mow up to 7.3 acres per hour. The series is powered by 22 – 29 hp Kohler® Command™ Pro V-Twin or Kawasaki® V-Twin engines (Electronic Fuel Injection, propane, or traditional carbureted options) allowing speeds up to 10 mph forward and six mph in reverse. The Lazer Z S-Series also features a heavy-duty steel frame design and canister air filtration system, Exmark-exclusive Parker unitized pump and wheel motor system with no hoses, integrated cooling fans, and an integrated reservoir for improved performance and reduced maintenance.

 

402-223-6300

Exmark Mfg. Co Inc.

2101 Ashland Avenue


Beatrice, NE 68310
 

 

Ferris - IS3100Z

 

Acres per hour: 7.2*

Cutting deck size: 61, 72 in

Cutting height: 1.5-6 in

Engine hp: 33.5

Height: N/A

Width: 61, 72 in

Length: 73 in

Weight: 1,325, 1,400 lbs

*Acres per hour is calculated on 80% efficiency

 

The Ferris IS3100Z packs plenty of features to help you get your lawn looking great and on to the next item of your to-do list. Some of these features include an automotive style hood latch for easier service access, adjustable 360-degree anti-scalp rollers, a patented four-wheel suspsension system, and ¼-inch thick tubular steel frame rails. There’s also a heavy-duty rear bumper and debris shield to keep your mower and you protected. For operator control and comfort, the IS3100Z comes with ergonomic control panels, a deluxe high back seat, a folding ROPS, and creature comforts like a cup-holder, cell phone pocket and 12-volt outlet.

 

800-933-6175

Ferris® Industries

5375 N Main Street

Munnsville, NY 13409


 

 

Kubota - ZD 321

 

Speed: 9.3 mph

Cutting deck size: 54, 60 in

Cutting height: 1 - 5 in

Engine hp: 21

Height: 75.4 in

Width: 67.1 in

Length: 86 in

Weight: 1,517 lbs

 

The Kubota ZD 321 zero turn lawnmower brings a variety of features to make you actually look forward to mowing your lawn. Just some of these include an extra wide and reclining high-back deluxe suspension seat with lumbar support, a full flat operator platform for legroom and comfort (no humps to straddle or obstacles where you place your feet), increased grip size to reduce hand fatigue, and an ergonomically angled control panel for easy access to adjust cutting height, speed control, and all gauges. The Kubota 300 Series is also durable - a hydraulic PTO clutch means the mower will work longer but not harder because it smoothly transfers power for maximum efficiency. The PTO clutch is also equipped with a brake that ensures your mower blades stop quickly after your mower is disengaged.

 

888-465-8268

Kubota Tractor Corporation

3401 Del Amo Blvd.

Torrance, CA 90503


 

 

Scag - Turf Tiger 61-inch deck

 

Speed:12 mph

Cutting deck size: 61 in (52 - 71 in decks available)

Cutting height: 1 - 6 in

Engine hp: 25-35

Height: 67.5 in (w/ROPS)

Width: 73.5 in

Length: 87.5 in

Weight:1,350 - 1,700 lbs (w/ROPS)

 

The Scag Turf Tiger can cover major ground with its 12 mph ground speed (29hp and larger models) and large 10-gallon fuel tank. The shaft drive cutter deck is designed for minimum maintenance requirements and a wide range of cutting heights, while the double tube steel mainframe gives the mower strength and durability. Some other features include the heavy-duty Tri-Plate Velocity Plus™ cutter decks, the Command-Comfort Operator’s Station (on 29 hp and larger and diesel models) featuring a suspension seat and adjustable levers and pedals, and an operator-friendly instrument panel.

 

920-387-0100

Scag Power Equipment

PO Box 152

Mayville, WI 53050

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