Push Mowers
are ideal for flat yards under ¼ acre. Their cutting deck ranges
Self-Propelled Mowers
pushes itself to reduce fatigue that may come with a push mower. You simply
walk behind the mower to control its path. Self-Propelled lawn mowers
offer both front and rear wheel drive to better suit your yard. See below to
determine which is right for you:
are perfect for yards up to ¾ acre. The mower actuallyFront-drive walk-behind mowers
turn. Swivel front wheels make this possible by allowing easy 180-degree
turns. These are perfect for smaller yards with numerous obstacles.
are remarkably easy to maneuver andRear-wheel drive mowers
control, but may make it a little harder to make sharp turns. These mowers
are suited for open yards with steep hills.
If your lawn is larger than ¾ acre you may want to consider a Riding Lawn Mower.
have better traction on hills and better steeringfrom 20-22 inches, which is the perfect size to quickly and efficiently make
your lawn look beautiful. If you are in good physical condition this may be a
great way to save when purchasing a new lawn mower.
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