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Learn All About the Best Lawn Tractor Ratings

In the pecking order of lawn equipment, a garden tractor is usually bigger and more powerful than a lawn tractor which in turn beats out a riding mower in size and horse power.

To help you sort out this category of the lawn and garden gear that comes with brawny engines and all sorts of accessories here's a quick overview of the lawn tractor segment

Facts to keep in mind about lawn tractors.

They are usually rated by things like the width of their cutting deck and the horse power of their engines. Usually more is better as you can accomplish more in less time.

Which is best for you depends on your anticipated usage. You've got residential or consumer grade and then commercial or professional grade. The former are better for smaller yards that present few terrain challenges. In other words lighter use. The later tend to be brawny brutes that can take some punishment in stride. Being able to be used more frequently and for longer periods than residential machines.

Some features to watch for include electric starting, cut quality and how long a tank of gas should last.

You might research how easy it is to access, remove and/or replace the blades.

What about battery replacement? What do they cost and has easily can you access it?

Oil changes, how often (usually measured in running hours) and where can you pick up the parts you need.

How reliable is the machine reputed to be? And if repairs are needed, can you do the work or will you need to invest in a pick up truck to haul you wounded lawn warrior off to the shop?