Riding Lawn Mowers

Types of Riding Lawn Mowers

The type of riding lawn mower you choose, depends on your lawn care preferences and desired mowing time.

• Zero-turn riding lawn mowers - allow the driver to turn 180 degrees making it ideal for lawn caretakers who want to achieve the perfect striping look with reduced mowing times.
• Mulching riding lawn mowers - have the capability to collect and dispense grass clippings onto your lawn, which then act as a natural fertilizer returning valuable nutrients to the soil.
• Rear engine mowers - are built with less powerful engines than front engine mowers and makes it easier for the driver to breathe more freely through a major reduction in gas fumes.
• Lawn tractors - include a mid-mounted cutting deck and are good for plowing, mowing, and mulching larger lawns that require heavy duty horsepower.

How to Choose a Riding Lawn Mower

By Cutting Deck Size

When choosing a new riding lawn mower, consider the cutting width, which can range from 28 inches to 60+ inches. The standard riding mower cutting width for an average lot size spanning from a quarter of an acre to half an acre. 

Small riding lawn mowers are ideal for mowing between 0 to 2 acres of land.

Medium riding lawn mowers are ideal for mowing between 2 to 4 acres of land.

Large riding lawn mowers are ideal for mowing 4+ acres of land.

Riding Mowers for Different Yard Type 

By Terrain Type

• Flat terrain - look for a standard horsepower engine made up of a flat head and small side valves (LHV)—this engine construction is perfect for mowers that only need 15 to 20 minutes to cut the grass. For typical walk-behind lawn mowers, horsepower should range from two to seven. For riding lawn mowers, aim for 15 to 30 horsepower. 
• Uneven or hilly terrain - look for a lawn mower with an efficient engine manufactured to include premium features like large overhead valves (OHV) for minimal gas consumption and carbon emissions.

Cut to the Best Riding Lawn Mower Brands 

Husqvarna riding lawn mowers come fully equipped with a cutting edge design and proven performance that make lawn maintenance a sport instead of a chore.

CRAFTSMAN riding lawn mowers are powered by strong engines for optimal cutting endurance, comfortable maneuverability features, and optional mulching kits (sold separately) allowing you to cut and finish the lawn like a paid professional.

Ariens riding lawn mowers bring power and flexibility to all yard sizes while providing the ultimate sense of comfort and stability.

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