Electric motored walk behind lawn mowers may be all the rage these days but there is still a place for the classic gas engined push lawn mowers. I will review a couple in this post and see what these machines have to offer.
These gas powered machines have the advantage of being as mobile as battery powered cordless lawn mowers, plus they are usually plenty powerful enough to get the mowing job done. If kept in good nick, they are also very reliable machines.
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Yard Machines 132cc 20-Inch Walk Behind Push Mower
The Yard Machines walk behind push mower has a tough little 132cc OHV gasoline engine. This gives it enough power for lawn mowing duties in a small to medium sized backyard. The height adjuster makes it easy to select the clipping height you desire.
With it being a pretty lightweight machine, quick and easy handling comes standard. Add to that a side discharge chute and cutting deck with leaf mulching capabilities and this becomes a really versatile little gas mower.
Features and Description
- 132cc gas powered OHV engine
- 7 inch front wheels
- 7 inch rear wheels
- 1 year warranty
- 3 position height adjuster with dual lever operation
- 20 inch wide cutting radius
- Side discharge chute
- Capable of doing leaf mulching
- Rubber wheel tread
A rubber wheel tread ensures a longer mower wheel life. The mower can handle mowing duties on slightly uneven surfaces where it’s generous wheel size, low weight and multiple setting lever adjustment shines, giving you comfortable handling and cutting height options.
The loop handle seems to be pretty standard, though comfortable enough. A limited 2 year warranty rounds out the lawn mower features nicely.
Questions and Answers
How much does the Yard Machines lawn mower weigh?
It comes in just shy of 50 pounds at 47 pounds.
What are the lawn mower’s general dimensions?
They are 26 x 22 x 15.25 inches.
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Notes on Quality and Operation
This little lightweight wonder is perfect for mowing duties in a small or medium size yard. Because of its light weight, it is easy to maneuver. Even over uneven terrain. The 3 lever settings for cut height gives you enough options for trimming lawns to your desired spec.
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Features and Description
- 160cc GCV engine
- Generously proportioned 12 inch rear wheels
- 21 inch cutting deck
- Features both side discharge and collection
- Capable of handling mulching duties
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is fitted with a slightly more powerful 160cc engine than the previous Yard Machines model I looked at. It has the a 21 inch wide cutting deck with mulching capabilities, but with a choice of either side discharge or bag collection. A comfortable mowing handle makes operation for long periods of time manageable.Questions and Answers
The 160cc engine must add some weight. How much more does this weigh than the Yard machines model?
This Husqvarna model weighs 65 pounds. So that makes it roughly the same weight as the Yard Machines model – only 6 lbs more. Though that may make a difference in handling.
Its size is roughly 35 x 24.2 x 34 inches compared to the 26 x 22 x 15.25 inches of the Yard Machines lawn mower.
It just needs oil and gas and you’re good to go (mow) right?
Yes pretty much. No cords to plug in or batteries to charge. It is easy enough to check the oil and there is of course a separate tank for the gas. It runs a decently long time on one tank of gas.
Operating Tip : Use SAE 30 for temperatures above 32° F (0° C) and for places where it drops below 32° F (0° C) outdoors you can use SAE 10W-30. |
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Notes on Quality and Operation
Husqvarna is a well known brand around the world, and this gas powered lawn mower offering seems to be up to their usual good standard. The gasoline engine on this mower, rated at 160cc, has some decent power.
The 21 inch cutting deck is a decent size as well, giving you a wider cutting width and therefore less time spent making passes to complete mowing a lawn, cutting down on time and gas.
Thanks for reading my best walk behind gas lawnmower post. Hope you find the right mower to suit your needs! |