Zero turn mowers

[Gargamel]

Originally Posted by STEED

I want a A.I mower that comes out my shed and cuts the grass then empty the clippings and finally return to the shed job done.

You maybe thinking STEED hates mowing the lawns and you would be right.

These have been on the market for over a decade. Relatively cheap too. $1000 or so.

[STEED]

Originally Posted by Gargamel

These have been on the market for over a decade. Relatively cheap too. $1000 or so.

It will have to climb a step to get in and out the shed and climb up my wheely bin open the lid drop off the clippings and close the lid. I have a feeling none on the market can do that.

Maybe in 50 years time give or take.

[August]

Originally Posted by STEED

It will have to climb a step to get in and out the shed and climb up my wheely bin open the lid drop off the clippings and close the lid. I have a feeling none on the market can do that.

Maybe in 50 years time give or take.

Given technologies ever increasing rate of advancement i'd bet it'll be a lot sooner than that. Maybe before the decade is out.

[THE_MASK]

How easy is it to get parts/servicing etc .
What about something like a Kubota mower/bucket tractor ?

[fireftr18]

I had experience with the tractor style riding mower, the zero turn mower, and the style em2nought posted.
I hated using em2nought's. I have nothing good to say about it. I never really got used to using it, even after a couple years. I was even injured using it, and didn't do anything wrong.
I loved the zero turn, and if needed would get one. Easy to use, fun to use, comfortable, and fast. The first time I got on one, it took about 5 minutes to learn the controls, then about 10 minutes to get used to them. The drawback is that it can tear up some grass, not that I ever done anything like that.
The tractor style is comfortable and easy to use. For the large area you have, it may be more relaxing to use than the zero turn. The controls are similar to a car. In some, you can set the speed and not worry about it.
You may want to consider Wallace's idea.
Catfish's lawnmower is great, but the one STEED posted is the best one.
For the size area you have, definitely go with commercial grade. You'll thank yourself for spending the extra money.

[STEED]

Originally Posted by August

Given technologies ever increasing rate of advancement i'd bet it'll be a lot sooner than that. Maybe before the decade is out.

August, hope you are right on that one.

[em2nought]

Oh yeah, a Turf Tracer can mess your day up. I've run behind mine in a tight circle at full speed with one hand on one control trying to reach the other control with my other hand because I panicked, and forgot to just let go.

Like a standard transmission, I think the controls makes those mowers a tiny bit more theft resistant.

[nikimcbee]

[Aktungbby]

Dear Onkel: Upon much reflection and having spent time on '70 championship fairway tractor mowing with huge echeloned reel-array in 100 F. humid-heat myself-age 22...the place to look is 'Used machines' since they all require maintenance, PM and minor repairs from the getgo. As an old trucker yourself U know this! With a seven acre problem,( my brother rides a John Deere and his 1 acre takes an hour); so figure 4 hours minimum for your 'week-in week-out' job. The key to saving time is blade swath width: so 60" or bigger is the key on your 'Ponderosa' (my brother's is under 40"):ie 20%+ efficiency per swath: http://www.ebay.com/bhp/used-zero-turn-mowers this appeared to be the gizmo of choice: age, hours, and blade swath : 4 EXAMPLE:
60" DIXIE CHOPPER ZERO TURN 25HP KAWASAKI LAWN MOWER "WORLDS FASTEST LAWNMOWER"

$2,999.00 (won't break you financially)'60" ZERO TURN XWK 2503 QUAD LOOP DIXIE CHOPPER WITH 25HP KAWASAKI ENGINE. THIS IS A VERY STRONG RUNNING COMMERCIAL MOWER THAT IS VERY FAST.' $2,999.00 Try it once After adding seatbelts!...then hire some 18 yr old kid who drives and loves fixing his own car- and appreciates a steady gig! Make sure he wears a bike helmet to prevent sunstroke and the beer-can holder has bottled water! I see already the seat's been duck-taped: Texas sunlight and heat at 50+ years R the enemy to U...and any vinyl yer sittin' on! http://www.ebay.com/itm/60-DIXIE-CHOPPER-ZERO-TURN-25HP-KAWASAKI-LAWN-MOWER-WORLDS-FASTEST-LAWNMOWER-/201808501954

[Onkel Neal]

Originally Posted by August

Yeah is zero turning that important on such a big field? Might be unnecessarily limiting your options.

It has quite a few trees. Plus there will be a house, some patio and garage buildings eventually.

I'm going to go have a look at these next week. Several people have recommended them for the best ride as well as a good cut.
https://sleequipment.com/ferris-is70...70XhoCeCTw_wcB

[Platapus]

zero turn? Bah



Only have to do it once or twice a season.

[vienna]

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[THE_MASK]

Ahhhhhhhh vienna .

[Catfish]

Originally Posted by Platapus

zero turn? Bah



Only have to do it once or twice a season.

This is a Warthog turn, not a Zero

[Onkel Neal]

Seriously, guys, if you have anything to add about mowers, thank you. Let's try to allow non-joke threads to remain on topic. We have lots of whacky threads for the humor.