How big is the lawn?
Q. How do I know what size mower deck to get?
Look for a mower with at least 14-16 hp and a wide mowing deck – at least 38 inches – to get your lawn work done quickly. Yards larger than three acres are best handled by a larger zero-turn rider or a garden tractor. Look for models that have at least 18hp engines and mowing decks in the 44-54 inch range.
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Q. How big of a deck do I need for 2 acres?
A small, 1/2-acre lawn is suited to a deck size of 40 inches or fewer. If your lawn is 1/2 to 2 acres, then a riding mower with a deck that is 42 to 48 inches wide would be appropriate. If the lawn is 3 acres or larger, the deck should be at least 50 inches wide.
| Lawn Size | Mower Type |
|---|---|
| 1/2 to 1 acre | gas powered push mower, powerful battery mower, powerful robot mower |
| 1 acre to 3 acres | 30″-42″ riding lawn mower |
| 3 to 5 acres | 42″-54″ riding mower / zero turn mower |
| 5+ acres | 42″-61″ zero turn mower / lawn tractor |
Q. Is a 72 inch mower worth it?
Do you have more than 3-acres of lawn and are looking for a zero-turn mower worth its money, the 72-inch zero-turn mowers are an ideal. Not only do they allow you to mow your lawn more quickly, but they also trim around various obstacles better than smaller zero-turn mowers.
Q. What is the fastest zero turn?
The Scag Cheetah is the fastest and most comfortable cat in the Scag family. Clocking in at speeds up to 16 mph and featuring a coil-over shock suspension system, the Cheetah is truly a remarkable zero-turn mower….What size mower do I need for 5 acres?
| Lawn Size | Mower Type |
|---|---|
| 5+ acres | 42″-61″ zero turn mower / lawn tractor |
Q. What is the fastest mowing zero turn?
March 7, 2006 The Dixie Chopper Xtreme is the world’s fastest lawnmower. It has a 990cc 33-hp engine with the capability to mow grass at 15mph.
