Whatever you feel like thread.

[CloverKnollFarms]

Back to an Ego zero steer mower review. Got the machine out and the OEM batteries were down to about 80% while the aftermarket 2 were 100% dead and not take a charge. The company who sold them on Amazonie were gone and I could not write a review of them, or send them back. They were close to one year old. Have now mowed twice this spring using the 4 OEM batteries and I am reminded just how nice this unit is to use. Did order 2 more batteries and blades for it.

What does a battery cost? Looks like OEM is the only viable option

 

[ArlyA]

What does a battery cost? Looks like OEM is the only viable option

These cost $225 for the two.


ULATI 2Packs 56V 9.0Ah Replacement for EGO Battery Compatible with EGO Batttery BA2800 BA4200 BA1400 Replacement Battery Compatible with EGO 56V Tools Lawn Mower Leaf Blower Chainsaw (Black)

 

[MossRoad]

These cost $225 for the two.


ULATI 2Packs 56V 9.0Ah Replacement for EGO Battery Compatible with EGO Batttery BA2800 BA4200 BA1400 Replacement Battery Compatible with EGO 56V Tools Lawn Mower Leaf Blower Chainsaw (Black)

If they save you 69 gallons of gas at $3.25 a gallon over their lifetime, you break even. Everything after that is gravy.

Of course there's the electricity charge, but I imagine you'll break even if they last a few years.

My neighbor across the street is on his 3rd year with his original batteries. Still smiling.

 

[WinterDeere]

These cost $225 for the two.


ULATI 2Packs 56V 9.0Ah Replacement for EGO Battery Compatible with EGO Batttery BA2800 BA4200 BA1400 Replacement Battery Compatible with EGO 56V Tools Lawn Mower Leaf Blower Chainsaw (Black)

Honestly, not that bad if you get a full season out of them. I burn $500 - $600 in gasoline mowing 3+ acres each year.

What's the OEM battery cost? It'll be interesting to see how their total lifetime cost compares to total lifetime cost of new aftermarket batteries each year. I predict OEM is cheaper, if they last more than 2 years.

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

How many batteries does it need to cut say, two acres at a time?

I burn about 48 gallons of gas per year as it stands.

 

[ArlyA]

How many batteries does it need to cut say, two acres at a time?

I burn about 48 gallons of gas per year as it stands.

I don't really know but our yard is small, like 100+ x 300+ft with buildings in it. If the grass gets tall, I can't mow it with 4 batteries. It can carry 6.

 

[WinterDeere]

Do yourself a favor and start writing birthdates on your batteries with a paint marker or engraver, if they're not already marked as such. You're going to want to keep track, as the OEM batteries age over a presumed 3 - 5 year lifespan.

 

[shooterdon]

I cut about 2 acres of grass. In four years, I have put 60 hours on my 54" Bad Boy ZT. I do not keep track but estimate less than two gallons of gas per hour. 15 hours a year works out to about $100/year. Add in an oil change every two years for $20. $110/year.

Ego 10 Ah batteries cost $200. If they last four years, $800 every 4 years. And the Ego will not mulch leaves like the gasser will. If cutting 30 times a year, an electric might cost less but I only have about 15 cuts a year where I live.

The Bad Boy should last 30 years with my use. I am in my seventies and will never need to buy another ZT. The Ego looked a bit flimsy to me but should be good for most lawns. My lawn is reclaimed forest area and a bit rough in spots so a heavier duty machine made sense.

One size does not fit all.

 

[CloverKnollFarms]

I cut about 2 acres of grass. In four years, I have put 60 hours on my 54" Bad Boy ZT. I do not keep track but estimate less than two gallons of gas per hour. 15 hours a year works out to about $100/year. Add in an oil change every two years for $20. $110/year.

Ego 10 Ah batteries cost $200. If they last four years, $800 every 4 years. And the Ego will not mulch leaves like the gasser will. If cutting 30 times a year, an electric might cost less but I only have about 15 cuts a year where I live.

The Bad Boy should last 30 years with my use. I am in my seventies and will never need to buy another ZT. The Ego looked a bit flimsy to me but should be good for most lawns. My lawn is reclaimed forest area and a bit rough in spots so a heavier duty machine made sense.

One size does not fit all.

15 hours per year, cutting 2 acres? How?

I run about 40 hours per year with my 72" Hustler. I also mow the yard at the barn which is about an acre, on top of that. After 6 years I'm at 250 hours. Just did my 6th oil change yesterday

 

[ArlyA]

Some people will give overly low number for maintenance and operational costs.