Amazon.com Product Review
There are many ways to cut your grass, but once you've used this Swisher, it's the only way.
This top-of-the-line mower has everything but air conditioning: an unbelievable cutting swath, more horsepower than you thought possible, a zero turn radius, a V-twin engine and a seat comfortable enough for Monday Night Football.
Where to start? It's all extraordinary, but what stands out most to us is the whopping 25 horsepower Briggs & Stratton V-twin engine. Most riding mowers have somewhere in the 13- to 18 HP range, so we were duly impressed with the awesome power here. Even better, it handles like a dream: responsive, beautifully maneuverable and exceedingly nimble.
That kind of horsepower and its ensuing vehicle speed of up to 6 mph already cuts your mowing time significantly, but it's paired with an unheard-of 60-inch cutting swath to get you off the mower even faster. Three acres? You'll be done in no time, and with professional-quality results. Everybody loves the zero turn radius, of course, because you can get into tight spots, get right up to planting beds and other landscape features and get gorgeous results. There are eight cutting height settings, from 1-1/2 to 5 inches, and changing the height is no trouble at all, because the deck lift is spring-assisted.
And from where we were sitting, comfort takes no back seat to performance. The seat's got a great high back and even armrests, adjusts for legroom, and everything you need to control the cut is right at your fingertips, so there's no stretching, no awkward positions - it's just that easy to operate. (Did we mention fun?)
And of course, what's a riding mower without attachments? This Swisher can tow, too. Check out the Lawn Vac for the fastest cleanup we've ever seen.
The fit and finish are outstanding; the welded deck is made of 11-gauge steel, and the whole unit weighs just over 900 pounds. A mower like this one was the domain of the professional landscaper just a couple of years ago, and we applaud Swisher for making it possible for the discriminating homeowner to enjoy it as well. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
Product Description
Swisher mowers offer easy handling and great maneuverability for mowing around trees, shrubs and obstacles. You get user-friendly controls and mid-mount mowing deck for a smoother cut. U.S.A. Engine: Briggs & Stratton ELS V-Twin, HP: 26, Cutting Width (in.): 60, Cutting Height (in.): 1 1/2 - 5, Transmission: Hydrostatic, Blade Engage Control: Electronic, Deck Lift: Spring-Assist, Turning Radius (in.): Zero, Fuel Capacity (gal.): 4, Max. Forward Speed (MPH): 6, Front Tire Size (in.): 4.10 x 3.5 - 5, Rear Tire Size (in.): 20 x 10 - 8