The walk-behind mower is one of the most widely used
weapons in any turf pro’s arsenal. From the latest models to the
simple, but highly effective non-powered reel mower, you’ll find what
you’re looking for in this month’s Buying Guide to Walk-Behind
Mowers. We’ve also included a section of companies that offer
attachment options for your walk-behind mower.
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Allen
Allen Hover Mowers come in 16, 18 and 21-inch cutting
widths with a variety of Honda engine options, new blade choices for 2009
and new accessories.
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Better Outdoor Products
The Quick Dually features the EZR steering control
system and Speedlock feature. Available in 36 and 44-inch models with
Kawasaki twin engines.
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BOB-CAT
Hydro hydraulic-drive mowers offer 15 or 17 hp
engines; 36, 48 and 54-inch floating or fixed side-discharge decks; and
SoftGrip fingertip controls.
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Cub Cadet
Complete line of wide-area mowers features Vari-Touch
foot controls, decks from 32 to 52 inches, gear or hydrostatic drive and
Command Cut System.
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Eastman
The Eastman ST 21K Striper is a 21-inch,
self-propelled, rotary striping mower with a shaft-drive transmission and
heavy steel roller.
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Encore Power Equipment
The Premier Series features 32, 36 and 48-inch decks;
13, 15 and 17 hp Kawasaki engines; stabilizing z-bar; and 6-gallon,
removable fuel tank.
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EverRide
The EverRide Wasp has a 7-gauge steel deck; five-speed
gear drive; 32, 36 or 48-inch deck; and 13 or 15 hp Kawasaki Kai engine.
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Exmark
The Metro 26 has a 6 hp Kawasaki engine, cast-aluminum
deck with steel guard, belt-driven spindle, three-speed drive system and
Blade Brake Controls.
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Gravely
The GR1332FX offers a 13 hp Kawasaki engine,
five-speed gear drive, 13-inch drive tires, and cut height from 1.5 to 4
inches.
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Havener Enterprises
Bradley mowers include 32, 36, 48 and 52-inch
belt-drive and hydro-drive models with 15 and 18 hp Kohler engines and
grease zerks on spindles.
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Hayter
The Hayter Harrier 56 is a 22-inch-wide rotary
striping mower with a cutting height that is adjustable from .5 to 2.5
inches.
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Honda
The HRC series consists of two models with 21-inch
cutting widths, MicroCut twin-blade mulching technology, and dome-shaped
deck design.
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Husqvarna
Hydro walk-behinds feature fixed and floating decks
from 36 to 61 inches, Kawasaki engines from 15 to 23 hp, and 10cc Kanzaki
tandem-style pump.
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Hustler Turf
The TrimStar offers a 36 or 48-inch, fully floating
deck; H-Bar steering system; 15 or 17 hp Kawasaki gas engine; and
integrated IZT transmissions.
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John Deere
The 7G18 features an 18 hp Kohler Command Pro engine;
reverse assist, 48-inch 7-Iron II deck; five-speed transmission; and
auto-release thumb latches.
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Snapper Pro
The SW20 offers a 13 or 17 hp engine, 36 or 48-inch
cutting width, dual-path hydrostatic transmission, and height of cut
adjustable from 1.5 to 4.5 inches.
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Toro
The GrandStand has a TURBO FORCE deck, twin-lever
steering controls and fold-up platform that offers operators ride and walk
capabilities.
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Worldlawn
Worldlawn’s 33-inch mower features a pistol-grip
turning system, Briggs & Stratton engines from 10.5 to 13 hp, and cut
heights from 1.5 to 4 inches.
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Wright
The gear-driven Velke offers an adjustable axle,
five-speed transmission, Warner MagStop clutch, pistol-grip control, and
32, 36 and 48-inch decks.
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Year-A-Round
The Jari Monarch II is self-propelled and has a
floating sickle bar that glides over rough terrain. Available in eight
sizes from 16 to 60 inches.
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Accelerator Industries
Accelerator’s premium aluminum grass catchers
are light and durable, pack full without clogging, and come in sizes from
3.3 to 11 cubic feet.
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Havener Enterprises
Mower sulkies feature a vertical pivot support with
steel roller bearings, durable powder-coat finish, pneumatic tires and
extra-wide foot platform.
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Humboldt
Side Catchers, for many brands of mowers, lift off or
tilt to dump, have discharge dust hoods, and come in 3.25 and 3.75-bushel
capacities.
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JRCO
The Tine Rake has flexible tines to allow zero-turn
maneuvering while raking and quick-attaches to the JRCO universal mount
bar.
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Jungle Jim’s
Jungle Wheels have a forearm that adjusts to fit
operator height and arm length; large, nonskid platform; and rear-weighted
design for an even cut.
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Rack ‘Em
Rack ‘Em offers durable grass catchers,
available in hammer-painted steel and lightweight stainless steel/aluminum.
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TrimmerTrap
The blade blocker eliminates grass clippings on mulch
and vehicles, operates inside the discharge shield and installs on most
walk-behinds.
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W.E. Chapps
Groundskeeper debris bags are made of coated, durable,
weather-resistant mesh and hold trash and debris, as well as personal items
like drinks and supplies.
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