Bully 16-Inch Cordless Electric Lawn Mower 2020

by Bully

Product Features

• Cordless lawn mower ideal for smaller city and suburban lawns
• Lightweight design; fully adjustable cutting height from 1/2 to 3-1/2 inches
• Includes high-output 12-volt motor and high-performance battery; approx. 40 minutes mowing time per charge
• Padded handle folds down for compact storage
• Cutting deck: 16 inches; weight: 36 pounds; comes fully assembled; 2-year warranty

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 50 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000INZFAO
• Item model number: 2020
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (49 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #34,006 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)

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Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Bully cordless lawn mower is ideal for smaller city and suburban lawns. This mower runs quietly and is easy to push at just 36 pounds, while providing the strength of the hi-output 12-volt motor and hi-performance battery. The battery provides approximately 40 minutes of mowing time on a single charge; it plugs in easily to recharge and can be compactly stored in cabinets at least 14 inches tall with the handle folded down. This lawn mower is built with a 16-inch cutting deck, fully adjustable cutting height from 1/2 to 3-1/2 inches, and a padded handle for added comfort. This product comes fully assembled and is backed by a 2-year warranty.

Amazon.com Buying Guide

Five Tips for Buying a Mower
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:
75. Multiply the volts by the amps to get the wattage.
76. 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.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

50 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars The jury is still out..., April 23, 2006

By	Meg Spencer - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I've only had my Bully lawn mower for a week now, and am still trying decide whether or not it was a wise purchase. I've already had several plastic bits & pieces fall off after only cutting my grass one and half times, and have had to scour the lawn trying to find them. The most recent piece that fell off held the handle together, which made for an awkward cutting of the grass. I am REALLY hoping Bully is telling the truth about how the battery builds up power after multiple chargings, as right now I am barely able to get my small front yard cut before the battery dies. I also think it doesn't have the power to cut some of the thicker grass in my back yard. I probably wouldn't recommend it, at least not so far, which bums me out as I really liked the idea of not using GAS to power a lawn mower...

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Buy - Lawn Mower Heaven, May 29, 2006

By	C. Turnbull (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase

A 3/4 size quiet, light-weight economical cordless electric mower that works great on my 50'x100' lawn. The wheel adjustments, with a shot of WD-40, are a BREEZE (the same for any other new mower - so plan ahead!) :) I'm 50 and semi-arthritic, but no problem after a shot of oil to the wheels.

I've had a similar mower for two years and have rediscovered the joys of mowing. Quiet enough that I can get the job done at 8 am before heading to work on a Saturday, even with neighbors who hate noise. I'm so happy to be done with pull-cords, numb hands, ringing ears, gas, oil, and yearly maintenance!

After charging for 48 hours, I gave my new mower a real test. I work 50 hrs/wk and after three weeks of rain, the lawn had gone to 6-12 inch grass (yes, I measured it to be precise here) with thick patches in front, and nearly all thick growth in back. It does great ... keep in mind you are no longer pushing around a heavy mower so its easy to get used to zipping over the grass ... just slow back down a bit going over the thick spots. Set the front wheels on highest setting, and back wheels on lowest, to get best cutting/speed performance.

The full charge did my front/side overgrown lawn in about 35 mins on 1st charge, and after recharging a few hours (and waiting through a thunderstorm) it finished up the back yard jungle in 25 minutes - wet and thick growth sure didn't slow this one down! Fantastic, fast, half-hour sprints.

After ordering I found to my surprise the company is local and was able to pick up my mower on-site. Excellent customer service, communication, flexibility and access. No, I have no affiliation, just very grateful to find this excellent mower available! Its a gem for busy people with smaller lawns.

15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Give it some time..., July 12, 2006

By	Linda Johnston (Oregon Coast) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Even though I did read the info saying it would take the battery some time to come to a full charge I was initially diappointed with the power of this little mower. I have a good sized yard and planned on mowing half at a time. It still seemed lower than my expectation of the power described but perhaps that is because I had a Black & Decker cordless electric for 6 years. The cost to have it repaired was more than the Bully so I decided to give it a try. I cannot believe this is the same Bully mower I was using a month ago! It will do my whole yard if I do not allow the grass to get too high. I do not know why it took so long for the battery to fully charge but it is now the mower I had hoped for, so lightweight compared to the B&D and convenient to use. Just give it some time before you make a final judgment.