Choosing the mower width to fit through your property's access points
We all want a powerful ride-on mower that will deliver a great finish in a minimal amount of time. Often an unavoidable factor impacts the choice you make. The width of access points across your property may determine the choice you have. Moving your mower from the storage area out the door, through the side fence, and between the boundary and garden beds or trees can often restrict your choice. To help you choose a mower that will accommodate these restrictions you can refer to the following groups of ride-on mowers and the width of their decks.
First, Determine The Narrowest Access Points
When selecting a ride-on mower for your farm or property, one of the first steps is to determine the narrowest access points, such as garden gates or garage side doors, to ensure your mower can navigate through them effortlessly. In Australia, most garden gates and garage side doors adhere to a standard width of approximately 900mm. By measuring your narrowest access points and choosing a mower with an appropriate deck width, you can ensure easy navigation across your property.
Measure The Following Gaps Or Widths
- Garage side door
- Side gate
- Other narrow gaps such as the width between a boundary fence and tree
Once you know the narrowest width that you need to move your machine through, you can then consider a mower that will fit, and the specific performance benefits of each available option.
Up To 900mm Or 32 Inches Wide
Whilst narrow in width, these ride-ons pack a punch. Plus, they will give you a manicured finish. Each with powerful engines to quickly get the job done. These mowers can squeeze through the average garage side door and therefore be easily stored, even in a suburban setting.
30 Inch Wide - Rover Mini 382
The Rover Mini Rider 382 has a compact 30-inch or 76 cm wide cutting deck, and is ideal for small or medium yards where easy navigation through narrow spaces like gates, between boundaries and garden beds or obstacles such as trees. Its 382cc engine delivers power and efficient mowing, while the compact design requires only minimal storage, similar to a push mower.
32 Inch Wide Cox Stockman
The COX Stockman Ride-On Mower has a compact 32-inch or 805 mm wide cutting deck. Perfect for medium-sized properties, the Stockman will powerfully navigate tight spaces with a durable fabricated deck. The Stockman also features swing back blades, where the blades are lower than the deck. This combined with a high blade tip speed produces a very clean cut and discharges grass quickly.
Up To 1060mm Or 42 Inches Wide
The next group of ride on mowers can only be stored in wider access points such as small garden sheds or via wide garage roller doors. Where there is some restriction on storage foot print, it’s worth considering a Cub Cadet ZTS1 or Rover RZ42.
Cub Cadet ZTS1 42 Inch
The Cub Cadet ZTS1 Ultima range offers a 42 inch or 107cm wide cutting deck option. This mid-sized ride-on mower has plenty of power that will quickly cut your lawn or property in an efficient amount of time. Great for tackling undulating terrain, the ZTS1 has Syncro Steer technology for those who prefer a steering wheel over lap bars.
The Rover RZ 42 Zero Turn Ride On Mower, with its 42-inch or 107 cm wide cutting deck and 679cc V-Twin engine, offers exceptional maneuverability and efficiency. Ideal for properties up to 4 acres the zero-turn radius, dual hydrostatic transmissions, and ergonomic high-back seat ensure precise mowing around obstacles.
Rover RZ 42 Inch Wide Deck
Up To 1320mm Or 52 Inches Wide
If you have no restrictions on the available floor space to store your ride on mower, these options allow you more choice. You have the luxury to weigh up the best mower for maneuvering, speed and comfort.
Cub Cadet SX 48
The Cub Cadet SX range offers a 48 inch or 122cm wide option with a strong fabricated steel cutting deck. Powered by the 24 HP Kawasaki V-Twin engine, it is tough enough for residential blocks or acreage up to 5 acres. The SX has Synchro Steer technology and four-wheel steering for zero-turn agility and enhanced stability on slopes, making it safer than traditional lap bar mowers.
Cub Cadet ZT2 54
The Cub Cadet Ultima ZT2 54 is a high-performance zero-turn mower ideal for up to 5 acres. It features a 54 inch or 137 cm wide AeroForce™ fabricated deck for durability and a superior cut. The 23HP Kawasaki twin-cylinder engine and dual hydrostatic transmissions enables agile handling and efficient speeds up to 11 kilometers.
Exploration Done, Now To Decide
It’s worth getting another opinion on any significant investment. Your choice of ride on mower must fit your financial budget, but also the task that’s required. If you’d like to have a chat about the best options, please fill out the below enquiry form and our expert team will call you to discuss in detail.