- 6.5 hp Easy Start Tecumseh Engine
- Exclusive Sens-a-Speed Self-Propel System
- 21-Inch Steel Deck
- Compact Storage with the Quick Stow Lever
- This item is not for sale in California/Non CARB compliant
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The Lawn-Boy 10685 Insight Series 21-Inch 6.5 HP Gas Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower (Non-CARB Compliant) includes a 6.5 hp Easy Start Tecumseh Engine (a powerful, easy starting, long lasting performer) and the exclusive Sens-a-Speed Self-Propel System that adjusts automatically by sensing your walking speed, up to 4 mph. Its 21-inch steel deck is durable, lightweight, and maneuvers easily. Take advantage of compact storage with the Quick Stow Lever: step once for 90° storage and twice for storage at 180°, allowing even the bag to store away neatly. Other exclusive features designed to fit you are the SimpleSet handle and soft comfort grips. Outstanding ease of use features such as one-handed easy lift bag, easy turn wheels, and lightweight maneuverability minimize your effort and make mowing simpler. 3-n-1 system that allows you to mulch, rear bag, and side discharge. Converts quickly and easily between each function without any tools. The Lawn-Boy brand has a long-standing tradition of making it easy for homeowners to care for their yards. Pioneered with determination and imagination, the Lawn-Boy walk power mower has been revered for its quality through the decades. For 68 years, Lawn-Boy mowers have met the toughest mowing challenges with easy to use, reliable mowers that frequently get passed from one generation to the next. Today, Lawn-Boy continues to look for, and find, ways to help homeowners around the world care for their lawns. Right away, you'll notice that our new Lawn-Boy Insight lawnmowers are different.
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Choosing a lawn mower is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let’s break it down a little to make the process easier.
Choosing a lawn mower is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Let’s break it down a little to make the process easier.
What types of walk-behind mowers are there?
There are four basic choices: push reel, electric, cordless, and gas. All have strengths and weaknesses.
- Push reel mowers are powered by you. They’re quiet, they don’t need cords or recharging, and they don’t pollute. But on large lawns, you might not want the workout you get when using a push reel mower. They also tend to be less effective on grass taller than two inches.
- Electric mowers need to be plugged into an outlet to power them, which means you’re constrained by the location of power outlets, the length of your power cord, and any obstacles that may snag the cord. If you have a small yard but don’t want the forced exercise of using a push reel mower, an electric mower may be for you.
- Cordless mowers are powered by a rechargeable battery. You don’t have to deal with the hassles of keeping a cord plugged in, but battery life becomes a constraint. Depending on the battery capacity, the size of your yard, and the height of your grass, you may not be able to complete your mowing job on one charge.
- Gas mowers offer the most power, which is best if you’ll be mowing tall, dense grass or if your yard is larger than 2,000 square feet. But you will have to keep gas and oil on hand as well as keep the engine serviced.
What do all the power measurements mean?
All that matters to you is whether the lawn mower’s blade will spin fast enough to cut your grass. Unfortunately, mowers are rated in far more technical terms.
For gas mowers, there are three power measurements you may see:
- horsepower (hp) refers to the amount of power the engine can produce;
- torque is the amount of horsepower that is transferred to the blade;
- cc (cubic centimeters) is another to measure an engine’s power based on the displacement volume of its cylinders.
There also are two types of engines: two-stroke (also referred to as two-cycle) and four-stroke (or four-cycle). Conventional wisdom is that two-stroke engines offer more power but also more pollution.
For electric and cordless mowers, power often is measured in volts, amps, or watts. To satisfy your inner techie, here’s how to calculate the horsepower: 1. Multiply the volts by the amps to get the wattage.
2. Divide the wattage by 746 to get the horsepower.
More horsepower doesn’t always mean more cutting power. That’s why, starting in 2007, most lawnmower manufacturers began rating walk-behind lawn mowers in torque power or cc’s--not horsepower. If torque isn’t available for a gas mower, higher cc figures usually mean higher torque (and more fuel used per stroke, incidentally).
However, you don’t want to buy a mower based on the power measurement alone. Make sure it has the features, warranty, and quality of reviews you’re seeking.
What features should I look for?
- Cutting Deck
This refers to the blade housing. The wider the cutting deck, the fewer passes it will take to mow a given area. However, consider how many obstacles there are in your yard. The wider the deck, the tougher it may be to fit the mower into tight spaces. - Mulching and Bagging
Want to collect your clippings? Choose a mower with a rear- or side-bag option. Want to leave clippings on the lawn as fertilizer? Get a mower that mulches. A "3-in-1" mower will mulch, bag, or side-discharge. - Wheels
Larger wheels mean easier handling, especially over rough terrain. If you can, go with at least 7-inch-diameter wheels in the rear--larger if your yard is hilly or uneven. Some higher-end mowers have front wheels on casters, which gives you an extremely tight turning radius. - Height Adjustment
Most mowers allow you to adjust the distance between the blade and the ground. Think about how much range you really need. - Safety
Many newer rotary machines are available with a lever or bar that must be depressed to keep the mower running (some models include a handy blade-brake that lets you release the lever without killing the engine).
Also, look for models with a rubber flap at the back to block objects thrown from the blades. You should always wear safety goggles when mowing and follow all the manufacturer’s safety instructions regardless of the mower you’re using. - Batteries
If you’re buying a cordless mower, think about how long it will run on a single charge. Most batteries take several hours to recharge, so you want to make sure it’s going to get the job done before it runs out of juice. As a rule of thumb, a typical 24-volt mower will run up to one-and-a-half hours and cut up to a third of an acre; a 36-volt mower will go for three hours and cut up to a half an acre. - Cord holder
A cord holder is useful for keeping the cord of your electric mower out of the way when you make turns. - Starters
Gas mowers are available either with recoil (pull-cord) or electric starters. Newer recoil motors start much quicker than those you remember from summers past. However, go with electric if you can afford it: your mower will start with the push of a button or the turn of a key. - Self-propelled or push?
A self-propelled mower moves forward without you having to push it. All you have to do is steer. If you have a relatively flat lawn, save a few bucks by skipping this feature. However, if your landscape has a slope or an irregular contour, a self-propelled model may be the best choice. Rear-wheel drive tends to offer better traction. - Variable Speed
If you want a self-propelled mower, look for models with variable speed. This feature allows you to make adjustments within a continuous range so you can find the exact speed that’s comfortable for you.
What servicing and maintenance is necessary?
Always buy a mower that comes with a manufacturer’s warranty and follow the manufacturer’s routine maintenance instructions for
- Cleaning the mower after usage;
- Keeping the blade sharp;
- Keeping the engine tuned up (gas mowers); and
- Keeping the battery charged (cordless mowers).
While Amazon.com does not accept returns on gas-powered mowers, the manufacturer’s Website or product manual will list the nearest service center.
What does CARB-compliant mean?
CARB is an acronym for California Air Resource Board, whose stringent air-quality standards have been adopted by many states. If your state requires compliance for gas mowers, confirm that your model is CARB-certified before you buy. While CARB-compliant mowers run cleaner than noncompliant models, they still emit pollutants. If you want to go green, an electric or push reel mower is the way to go.
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62 of 62 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy to maneuver,
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This review is from: Lawn Boy 10685 Insight Series 21-Inch 6.5 HP Gas Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Sens-a-Speed (Lawn & Patio)
The mower itself is pretty heavy for push mower. But thanks to its Sens-a-Speed transmission, I didn't have hard time maneuvering it around my yard. I can engage the self propel gracefully and stop it gracefully without lurching. And because it is rear wheel drive, it can climb up hills easily even with full bag. This is the same mechanism as time proven TORO Personal Pace transmission. (FYI: TORO accquired Lawn-boy.)
This 10685 bags very well. It fills the bag literally full even when grass is wet. However, mulching is not its strong point. It tends to leave grass clippings on its rear wheel tracks. Insight(10685) uses Tecumseh 195cc(6.5HP) engine while Insight Gold(10695) uses Honda 160cc(5.5HP) engine. Mine is less expensive model with Tecumseh engine but I don't feel any need to upgrade to Honda. The engine is very powerful and not louder than any other engines in my neighborhood. Also it starts at first pull after priming. Many features are carefully designed. Engine pull start handle is oversized and lined with rubber. Push handle is padded and the sponge is durable(does not tear nor become sloppy.) Fold-up handle is attached securely and the fold-up hinge did not get sloppy after an year's use. There is nothing filmsy in this mower.
32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Easy easy easy to use,
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This review is from: Lawn Boy 10685 Insight Series 21-Inch 6.5 HP Gas Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Sens-a-Speed (Lawn & Patio)
I replaced an 11 year old 5hp Murray mower.....I'm getting a bit old in the tooth to push it, and besides, its basic design is not really good for mulching.
After careful consideration, I bought this Lawn Boy model and I'm really happy with it. My lawn is not patricularly big, but it's an old bumpy lawn that very compacted and this Lawn Boy's big wheels and self-propelled drive glides right over my lawn with ease. I generally mulch, but I tried the side discharge (my Murray didn't have this feature), and it's easy as pie to install the shoot and it works swell. Also, the bagging feature is quite similar to my old Murray....I'll only use it at the end of the season when I have lots of leaves and at the beginning of the season...when I have lots of leaves! All in all, it's a swell mower and it's a good mower for the money all around.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Skeptic at First...but now i am a believer,
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This review is from: Lawn Boy 10685 Insight Series 21-Inch 6.5 HP Gas Powered Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Sens-a-Speed (Lawn & Patio)
I bought a Craftsman a couple of weeks before, with more horse power and it could not handle high grass, cutting out on me and leaving piles of grass around. I have always been told that the lawn boy is superior when it comes to mulching but i was skeptical about this sensa-speed thing. well, let me tell you, it is awsome. While mowing, i was constently searching for that other bar or lever to move my mower. This invention works great without tugging you up hills and around a bush. Again with the mulching, it shredded up my grass very well. No need to bag with this one. I haven't had it long, so we will see how well it holds up. But with a complete 2 year warrenty....i have no worries. Lawn-boy still rules.
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