What size lawn mower do i need?
Summary
Choosing the right size lawn mower depends on the size and type of area you need to mow. Our forum users have different perspectives, with some recommending larger decks for efficiency on bigger lawns, while others prioritize smaller mowers for navigating gates and hilly terrain. Ultimately, the best size mower balances cutting efficiency with the ability to access all areas of your yard.
Some things our forum users are saying:
- For large, open areas, a larger deck size is generally preferred. One user was considering a larger mower for areas of at least 5 acres, noting, "I don't think I can get the job if I am bidding using only my 52" Ferris IS 1500 Z, I just don't think ot is wide enough" -- BeautifulBlooms, Lawnsite.com
- A forum user says, "52" is just a good size mower for most yards...52" is about the right size for residental yards, not to big not to small" -- Z lawn care, Lawnsite.com
- Considering the size of gates is also important. As one user points out, "Out of the 32 residentials we have I would only be able to fit in to the backyard of about 3 with something the size of 52 or 48 since there is no fence." -- Wreak, Lawnsite.com
- One user needed to balance the needs of both small, hilly areas and large, open areas: "I have small and very hilly areas but that I also have big (2-3 acres) of open area...So should I get a walk behind or a ZTR? Its a real toss up. I have more of the hilly yards than wide open but not a huge difference." -- ToughAsStihl, Lawnsite.com
- One user said, "Ever job I had a 48" wouldn't fit. I rather have a larger deck and get done faster...The 52" can do small lawns and still be able to handle the 2.5 to 3 acrers jobs" -- Itsgottobegreen, Lawnsite.com
Post Mentions
- I had 48" walkbehind, but then got 52" standers. Ever job I had a 48" wouldn't fit. I rather have a larger deck and get done faster. The 52" can do small lawns and still be able to handle the 2.5 to 3 acrers jobs I do them with. I have a 32" walkbehind for gated properties. Also a 61" for...
- What would everyone consider to be an optimum size mowing deck for wide open apartment areas. Obviously a smaller mower will be needed for around the buildings and sidewalks etc. but in a place that has at least 5 acres of lawn most of which are wide open what would be a recommended size mowing...
- The only one of those mowers I know anything about is the exmark 36……however….since you already have some walk behinds (push mowers) I would say go with the 52 inch so you can take bigger lawns….keep in mind though…I don’t know anything about ferris. I am just...
- Ok, I need to get a new mower. I don't have much money to spend. Heres the problem I have a few jobs now that range in size. I have small and very hilly areas but that I also have big (2-3 acres) of open area. So what mower do I need? It would be nice to have both a walk behind and a ZTR but...
- 1) you're comparing a used turf tracer to a new turf tigerÂ… not a fair comparison. 2) why go big walk behind vs. small "rider" even though the walk behind is bigger, the slower ground speed isn't going to be cutting that much more grass than the zippy 36" stander. 3) WHY not go with a exmark...
- 52" is just a good size mower for most yards. Even my 36" scag does not fit through all gates. 52" is about the right size for residental yards, not to big not to small
- Gates are a big factor. Out of the 32 residentials we have I would only be able to fit in to the backyard of about 3 with something the size of 52 or 48 since there is no fence. :)
- Simplicity or Massey Fergurson Regent series..... You can get these for under 3000 and they will stripe your lawn like a ballpark! This mower would be the perfect size for your lawn.
- trevor's Lawn is that Gravely 34Z commercial grade? I have considered getting one but I do not want to go with a cheap mower. What are your thoughts?
- Do you want "the best"? Or do you want "the best you can afford"? Posted via Mobile Device
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