Gracie
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I'm currently using an 11HP, 36" cut mower. I mow 2 acres, thick/fast growing grass, mostly flat but have one steep bank that does get mowed as well. My mower ....barely ....makes .....it ......to ......the ......top of the steep bank. Some trees to mow around, but not much else.
I'm looking to spend up to $1,400.
I don't know the first thing about mowers and have no idea "how much" mower I need to do the job.
-Would a 17.5HP, with a 42 inch cut be all that I need? Or do I need something bigger like a 21HP & 42 inch cut? Can I get away with a small HP motor, but get a bigger deck (42"+)?
-What is a "3 in 1 capable cutting deck"? Some mowers say they are "mulch ready" what does that mean?
-Would it be better to buy a used lawn mower? I'd tried out one of those that you operate with your hands (forward/backwards) and it was soooooooooo nice. They're out of my price range, and probably over-kill for what I need anyway.
My husband swears that my little mower works just fine. I beg to differ because "reverse" only works in spurts. You know....it jerks backwards in spurts. Did I mention I have to wear ear plugs because the muffler fell off? The biggest problem is that my 11HP, 36inch cut, 20 year old mower can barely make it through the grass without bogging down.....and it takes FOREVER to get the job done because it goes so freaking slow.
I'd appreciate it if someone could help me out. I guess I'm really wondering how much mower I need. Any advice would be appreciated.
I'm looking to spend up to $1,400.
I don't know the first thing about mowers and have no idea "how much" mower I need to do the job.
-Would a 17.5HP, with a 42 inch cut be all that I need? Or do I need something bigger like a 21HP & 42 inch cut? Can I get away with a small HP motor, but get a bigger deck (42"+)?
-What is a "3 in 1 capable cutting deck"? Some mowers say they are "mulch ready" what does that mean?
-Would it be better to buy a used lawn mower? I'd tried out one of those that you operate with your hands (forward/backwards) and it was soooooooooo nice. They're out of my price range, and probably over-kill for what I need anyway.
My husband swears that my little mower works just fine. I beg to differ because "reverse" only works in spurts. You know....it jerks backwards in spurts. Did I mention I have to wear ear plugs because the muffler fell off? The biggest problem is that my 11HP, 36inch cut, 20 year old mower can barely make it through the grass without bogging down.....and it takes FOREVER to get the job done because it goes so freaking slow.
I'd appreciate it if someone could help me out. I guess I'm really wondering how much mower I need. Any advice would be appreciated.