Tackling a large, overgrown lawn is not for the faint hearted, and the right machinery is key when it comes to making the task as fuss-free as possible.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!With rain, sunshine and lighter evenings all having a big impact on grass growth, it can take just a couple of weeks off for your lawn to become a little unruly. Many lawn mowers on the market simply don’t have the power to tackle large overgrown areas, and in fact trying to cut grass that’s too overgrown can damage your garden machinery. If your lawn is especially unkempt, you’re going to need to think a little harder about which lawnmower to use. In this post we’ll be looking at the very best petrol lawnmowers and garden tractors for large overgrown areas, each one currently available to purchase on Mowers Online.
Mountfield Empress 51 Li 500 Series Cordless Lawnmower Kit
The Mountfield Empress 51 Li 500 Lawnmower is designed for prolonged use in a variety of lawn conditions, with three cutting methods that allow it to tackle long and untruly areas of lawn. Choose to collect clippings, discharge them to the side, or mulch them and return them to the lawn using the included mulching kit.
This mower boasts a 51cm steel deck, with an anti-scalp plate to protect your lawn. It’s easy to use over long periods, and it’s easily capable of tackling dense areas of lawn. The 4 wheels offer good grip even in wet conditions, and the 1500W brushless motor gives this mower enough power to tackle rough terrain.
With a 51cm cutting width and a 60L grassbag capacity, it’s clear that this lawn mower has been built for large areas. There’s 6 cutting height positions, ranging from 22 – 80mm. For your first mow of an overgrown area, work at the highest setting, gradually cutting shorter in each session.
Our price for this heavy duty Mountfield model is £629, and it comes with a 2 year standard warranty.
Key features:
- Suitable for a range of conditions
- 4 wheels offer good grip in wet conditions
- 6 cutting height positions
- Wide 51cm cutting width is efficient across large areas
Toro 22280 53cm Heavy Duty 3 Speed 2 in 1 Lawn Mower
Toro are a brand renowned for their sturdy and reliable lawn mowers, designed for tackling large overgrown areas of lawn. This mower has a cutting width of 53cm which makes it efficient across open areas of lawn. Despite the width, it’s still very easy to manoeuvre around obstacles such as trees.
This mower also has cutting heights ranging from 25 – 114mm. These heights can be adjusted using a dual action single mechanism.
With a self propelled functionality, this mower will feel virtually weightless across open areas of lawn. The traction assist gives extra grip in more rugged areas, while the deck has an engine guard fitted to the front for added protection. There’s 3 speed options, so if the ground is particularly difficult you can move at just 2.4mph.
This mower also has two cutting options; recycle or collection. The collection bag has a spacious 77L capacity.
Our price for this powerful lawnmower is £1,349 and it comes with a 2 year manufacturer’s warranty.
Key features:
- Powerful 179cc Kawasaki engine
- 3 speeds from 2.4 – 4.2mph
- Traction assist feature for extra grip
- Cutting heights range from 25 – 114mm
Stiga e-Ride S300 Battery Side Discharge Lawn Tractor
There are times when a walk-behind mower simply doesn’t cut it (literally), and for very overgrown areas you may be in need of a garden tractor.
The Stiga e-Ride S300 is designed for challenging working environments and ground conditions, but it’s also very versatile, suitable for standard lawns up to 3500sqm in size. The 98cm cutting width means you can move efficiently across large lawns.
This lawn tractor has 7 cutting height options ranging from 25 – 80mm, as well as a range of features to keep you comfortable while you work. The anti-scalp wheels protect your lawn, and the battery and charger come included. Our price for this lawn tractor is £4,009 and it comes with a 3 year domestic manufacturer’s warranty.
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