The walk-behind
lawn mower is a mechanical device for cutting grass and a greening and environmental protection device. So, how to choose a lawn mower? The characteristics of the lawn terrain determine the performance that the lawn mower should have.
Generally speaking, 3.5 to 5 horsepower engines are fully capable of weeding small areas of lawn. An engine suitable for this type of lawn must have the characteristics of stable starting and reliable performance.
For moderate lawns, a 5 to 6.5 hp walk mower or an 8.5 to 12.5 hp ride-on mower is suitable. Since the weeding area is proportional to the engine power, when purchasing a lawn mower, you should pay attention to the durability and working time of the engine.
Large areas of lawn must be equipped with powerful engines (20 to 25 horsepower garden tractors). Using a mower with less power to groom a large area of lawn will not only cause damage to the equipment, but also reduce the life of the equipment.
For lawns with simple terrain such as gentle slopes and few corners, it is recommended that you use a basic walk mower. One of the must-have features of a great walk-behind lawn mower is easy start-up. For lawns with uneven ground and obstacles, the lawn mower is required to have better directional control performance. Walk-behind mowers are easy to move, and smaller ride-on mowers are easier to maneuver.