Husqvarna Rider R155 AWD Riding Lawn Mower Review
Do you need a maneuverable riding mower that easily copes with slopes, wet grass, and obstacles and also finely dices the cuttings to provide excellent lawn fertiliser? Then the new Husqvarna Rider R155 may be just what you are looking for.
The Husqvarna Rider R155 AWD is one of the best lawnmowers for large uneven lawns. It is a well built mower that is designed to be extremely maneuverable so it is ideal if your lawn has many obstacles like flower beds or trees. The new AWD (all wheel drive) is automatic and loss of traction will force it to engage on all four wheels. The Husqvarna Rider can easily cope with a lawn that is is sloped or when mowing in wet conditions.
The maneuverability is further enhanced by the unique articulated steering system which allows the rear pair of wheels to swing in underneath the machine. The result is superior maneuverability with a 4 inch turning radius at full lock.
The mower has 3 cutting blades and a front mounted cutting deck. Cutting heights can be set from 1-1/2 to 3-1/2 inches. The front mounted cutting deck gives excellent accessibility into corners and under benches and bushes. The use of 3 blades makes for very efficient cutting and mulching and the removable BioChip, when installed, causes the clippings to be chopped into mulch under the cutting deck before falling onto the lawn and quickly turning into fertiliser.
The Husqvarna Rider R155 AWD comes with a pressure lubricated Kohler OHV-engine and wheel weights with ball bearings ensure maximum grip while ensuring minimum stress on the transmission. The blades are engaged automatically when the cutting deck is lowered and all controls are easy to reach from the operator's seat. The seat itself is reasonably comfortable although some vibration from the engine can be felt.
Although the Husqvarna Rider R155 is expensive, RRP $US9500 for the base unit only, it should provide years of excellent service. Slightly cheaper, without the AWD is the Husqvarna Rider R155G2 at RRP $7500 for the base unit only
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