Best mowers for steep hills. (Any price range)

[sawtooth]

I know this has been discussed before but wanted to add a little more to the discussion. I currently have 3 Grasshopper mowers which I like a lot. I have a 325D, 725D, and a 900D. The 900D is by far my favorite as I have steep hills and the stability and traction is much better than the others. With that said there are a couple pond banks that even the 900D struggles a little so I have to go up certain areas backwards etc. The problem is the rear tires slide just a touch damaging the grass then erosion starts causing holes or small washed out areas on the dam. Would be nice to have a 4wheel steering mower with better traction. Right now I’m looking at Ventrac and the Kubota F series. Not sure which is better? Keep in mind I would use this mower in big fields to so mowing speed and comfort is important too.

Thanks

 

[Egon]

Sheep, Goats. They do well on the slopes.

 

[sawtooth]

Lol. That maybe what I need.

 

[MossRoad]

Any price range?

TSM Class

Compact Tractors, Slope Mowers, Articulated Tractors, Tractor Attachments, Trailer Packages

power-trac.com

Price sheets are on-line. No surprises. No dealers. Factory direct.

They're located in Tazewell, VA, about 3 hours NW of you. Might be worth a day trip.

 

[LittleBittyBigJohn]

I have a front deck zero turn that does really good. I was not sure if I would like it compared to a mid-mount, but I got a deal I couldn't refuse. I'm glad I did. I think I like it better than a mid-mount. It does still get stuck in the mud, but it does side hills, up and down all very well. I did add the bar tires for better traction.

I know you had said you are looking more for an actual slope mower. I thought I would throw my 2 cents in, as you seem to almost be getting by with a zero turn now. Grasshopper has what is considered to be the best front mount zero turns out there and apparently you already like grasshopper. You might try throwing a new set of Carlisle 101's the 725D and try to side hill with it.

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[sawtooth]

I’ve got two front mount grasshoppers and love them. The 900D is really awesome but these slopes are very steep so to the edge of the 900D’s capability.

 

[sawtooth]

Any price range?

TSM Class

Compact Tractors, Slope Mowers, Articulated Tractors, Tractor Attachments, Trailer Packages

power-trac.com

Price sheets are on-line. No surprises. No dealers. Factory direct.

They're located in Tazewell, VA, about 3 hours NW of you. Might be worth a day trip.

That looks interesting. Thanks as I’m going to investigate these further.

 

[LittleBittyBigJohn]

I’ve got two front mount grasshoppers and love them. The 900D is really awesome but these slopes are very steep so to the edge of the 900D’s capability.

I didn't realize the 900D was a front mount. Whoops.

 

[Torvy]

That goat comment may have seemed funny, but depending on the specific circumstances, it may be the best option.

 

[RjCorazza]

That goat comment may have seemed funny, but depending on the specific circumstances, it may be the best option.

My neighbors rented a bunch of goats for that very purpose. Their backyard was overgrown, and the goats made short work of the mess. I had no idea you could rent goats. They delivered them, put up temp fencing and left igloo type shelters for them.