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Originally Posted by DFB FGXR6
I had one of those 19inch steel based Masport's, mine had the larger 190cc Briggs and Stratton 850 on it.
https://masport.com.au/outdoor-garde...st-s19-2-n1-ic
I had that thing for less than 3 months before the axle ground into the chassis, it was basically scrap after that and couldn't be repaired. Now, my usage case is more than most homeowners, but nowhere as much as a full time lawn contractor. However, that's not something I have had happen with any of the countless other mowers I have had over the years. And for that reason I just can't recommend them.
Considering how you mention having a larger yard, I would be aiming for a 19 inch base, preferably alloy and with a larger engine than the 150cc on the Masport you linked above.
Victa Corvette 400 with the 163cc engine. The base is steel on this one -
https://www.victa.com/au/en_au/produ...vette-400.html
Victa Mustang with the 190cc engine. I have had a number of these over the years, this is an alloy base that is very high quality, a step above the cheaper steal bases. You pay more for this one, but it will last a LOT longer than a steel base mower. The engine also has a cast iron bore for longevity.
https://www.victa.com/au/en_au/produ...stang-850.html
Bushranger 48AL7M with a 196cc engine with a cast iron bore. Alloy base and built like a tank.
https://bushrangerpe.com.au/browse-p...loy-base-mower
I can vouch for both the Victa Mustang and Bushranger, both very good machines. |
Thanks DFB, much appreciated. I like the look of the Victa Mustang, might check that one out. The bushranger looks to be a nice bit of kit too, but that added weight does put me off.
The yard has a mild slope to it and the added weight might mean more effort required, even when mowing sideways along the slope.
Thanks muchly for the advice!