I did notice that you stated the K46 Tuff Torque transmission as a medium duty unit?
I’ve created a imgur album below with a few photos of the hill below, thank you.Hi Paul, fantastic information!!! The D160 is the best for you with a larger deck, larger engine and the same transmission as the S240 series.
We had to take it in once but it was not of our fault.
I’ll also be sure to check out your other resources as well.Hi Jim, John Deere stands behind their machines. The E130 has one of the best cutting decks in the industry. The dealer will assemble it, test it, deliver it, and show you how to use it.Thanks Paul.
I’m just not sure when spending around $10k if it doesn’t make more sense to have a machine that can do everything. They are commercial machines for about half the price of the “big brands.” Get a sulky with it and you can mow your entire lawn. I’m leaning toward the CC with the K46 HST, 20″ wheels, electric PTO. The E130 has a 42-inch 2-blade deck, an additional front bumper, and the EZ Oil change system. It’s very comfortable to use to use and built well.Great answer! Fab decks are tougher and will last longer. It’s a good deck for up to 2 acres. oil change. Just so you know – the John Deere salesmen are just that – a salesman. Do you know the time difference in cutting between a commercial zero turn and X700/subcompact tractor with a 60” deck? Actually, I’m still very busy with snow blower over at movingsnow.com and haven’t had the chance to show off all the new mowers. The John Deere … With fall coming the plan was to add a mulching kit to get rid of leaves.
The E160 cuts very well. As soon as you start pulling stuff and mowing those hills the transmission will fail. Designed for residential yards and light hauling, the John Deere 100 Series tractors help create an easy-to-use experience every time. We have a new home and new landscaping, most of the grass is sod and the rest shade tolerant seed blanket.
It is very flat. Clump grasses and weeds tend to have a lot more moisture than regular lawn grasses and the mulch plug will just make a mess. While a small layer of thatch can offer benefits, too much of it can bring about insects and diseases that can impact the health of one’s lawn, inhibiting grass growth. Thank you, BobHi Bob, The 2018 E100 series is using the same transmissions as the D100 series did. Link Here: I have about 2 acres to cut weekly and we do have a couple of spots that are steep.
First, the CC website says the XT1GT50 is for mostly flat yards. What would your recommendation be?Hi Brian, You are correct. Cub Cadet XT1 and XT2 are 16 inches. Thanks, DavidHi David, The E160/170 uses the ELS engine. I miss Portillo’s and real Gyros…Great article. I suggest talking to your Deere dealer about the S240 before you buy another E130 tractor.Paul, I love the page with good info. This is known as “grass-cycling” because it reduces the amount of yard waste in landfills while also providing immense benefits to your lawn. I was looking at an e160 VS an s240 vs the electric cub cadet lawn tractor. Hubby is pissing me off .
So the transmissions/lawn tractors are designed for that work.What is the “E” equivalent then of the D-155? The cheap ones are also flimsy and the spouts break after the first year.Well, I’ve found two brands that work great! That’s why they don’t want to fix it.
Sheds aren’t an option unfortunately.Hi Eric, Got it!
But a mix’s of anything from heavy and wet to light and fluffy. What is the reasoning that the E100 and the like aren’t meant for hill? I am not sold on the quick oil change so that would leave me with the E-140. I am seriously leaning to the Cub Cadet 547cc model you pointed out. I guess I am just wanting to pick your brain on buying used or is it better to bite the bullet and get new with warranty.