I have reached the strength and energy portion of this earthly life where I no longer enjoy pushing a self-propelled lawn mower around my yard, even though it is only approximately 1/4 acre. I do not wish to pay a professional landscaper at this time. I still enjoy the outside and fresh air and sunshine. I have visited Home Depot, Lowes, talked with several small engine repair persons, gotten opinions from 5 neighbors who have also made this same decision, as well as searching for lawn tractor ratings online. I want to purchase new and be able to stretch the payments over several months interest free. At this point, here is what I believe I want:
42 to 46 inch cut
18.5 to 22 hp
hydrostatic transmission
v-twin cylinder
able to use mulch kit [do not intend to use a bag]
dual blades [triple if package deal]
4 anti-scalp deck wheels
cruise control [ if package deal]
no more than $2000
Your thoughts/opinions/experiences welcome. If some of the above specs seem overkill, I want to also be able to help my elderly neighbors and my daughters as needed, who have mowable areas up to 1 acre. Thanks.
42 to 46 inch cut
18.5 to 22 hp
hydrostatic transmission
v-twin cylinder
able to use mulch kit [do not intend to use a bag]
dual blades [triple if package deal]
4 anti-scalp deck wheels
cruise control [ if package deal]
no more than $2000
Your thoughts/opinions/experiences welcome. If some of the above specs seem overkill, I want to also be able to help my elderly neighbors and my daughters as needed, who have mowable areas up to 1 acre. Thanks.