New rider under 2k?

[Kaboom]

Hello folks.Murray finally bit the dust after 16 yrs.Briggs engine.Time for a new riding mower before spring.

Whats the best option for less then $2000 out the door?

Acre and half.Few obstacles.Mostly flat to 20 degree slope.

Close to me is a tsc,kubota,sears and cub cadet dealer.

Thank you.

 

[scott47429]

i and alot of others on here will advise you to buy from a dealer not a big box store since the big box stores dont do the service work its sent out and a pain in the butt always deal with a dealer that services what they sell it may cost you more at first but will be worth it in the long run good luck

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

Hello folks.Murray finally bit the dust after 16 yrs.Briggs engine.Time for a new riding mower before spring.
Whats the best option for less then $2000 out the door?
Acre and half.Few obstacles.Mostly flat to 20 degree slope.
Close to me is a tsc,kubota,sears and cub cadet dealer.
Thank you.

That is going to be hard to accomplish for your budget for many reasons. To start off, 1.5 acres is a lot for a < $2000 mower. Also, they won't be able to be safe on a 20 degree slope....15 degrees is USUALLY the max. A lot of the lawn tractors are above that price, also. I doubt you will be able to get a Kubota for in your budget! I will let others decide what is best for you and I will contribute when needed.
Good luck! :smile:

 

[Ric]

Hello folks.Murray finally bit the dust after 16 yrs.Briggs engine.Time for a new riding mower before spring.

Whats the best option for less then $2000 out the door?

Acre and half.Few obstacles.Mostly flat to 20 degree slope.

Close to me is a tsc,kubota,sears and cub cadet dealer.

Thank you.

As lmf said that's going to be hard to accomplish for your budget. I don't know what you have for a 20 degree slope but most lawn tractors are rated at 15 degrees for safety and the same for GT's.
I can tell you you will never buy a Kubota for that budget and I sure wouldn't waste my money at a big box store so that about leaves you with a cub cadet and if your heart is set on a lawn tractor you could buy the CC LTX1045 or 1046 with that budget. Personally I'd check on Craigslist and look for a good solid used commercial walk behind maybe 36" to 48" in size it would be the only mower that I know of that would handle a 20 degree slope and be half way safe.

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

As lmf said that's going to be hard to accomplish for your budget. I don't know what you have for a 20 degree slope but most lawn tractors are rated at 15 degrees for safety and the same for GT's.
I can tell you you will never buy a Kubota for that budget and I sure wouldn't waste my money at a big box store so that about leaves you with a cub cadet and if your heart is set on a lawn tractor you could buy the CC LTX1045 or 1046 with that budget. Personally I'd check on Craigslist and look for a good solid used commercial walk behind maybe 36" to 48" in size it would be the only mower that I know of that would handle a 20 degree slope and be half way safe.

Yes......I agree with Ric. columbus all for sale / wanted classifieds "walk behind" - craigslist

• 52" Scag Hydro Walk-Behind Mower $2000
• 52" Scag Walkbehind $1200
• 52" Scag Hydro Walk $1000
• TORO PROLINE 44" COMPLETE FLOATING DECK $300
• Walk Behind Commercial Mower $1000
• walk behind mower $1000

 

[Kaboom]

Thanks for respones.

Stopped at the cub dealer.Dealer suggests a LTX1042kw $1799.Not available for a few weeks.

He based it off of previous mower of murray select 16.5hp(briggs)with 42" deck.

He did have a LTX1040 with kohler engine(19hp) for $1499.Said the kw model fit my needs better.

The murray did the job just fine for me.I may be slightly high on the grade.Only a small portion has a incline.Mostly flat.

Is LTX1042kw a decent mower for the money?

Is there wiggle room at a cub dealer?The LTX 1046kw is just out of my budget.

 

[Ric]

Thanks for respones.

Stopped at the cub dealer.Dealer suggests a LTX1042kw $1799.Not available for a few weeks.

He based it off of previous mower of murray select 16.5hp(briggs)with 42" deck.

He did have a LTX1040 with kohler engine(19hp) for $1499.Said the kw model fit my needs better.

The murray did the job just fine for me.I may be slightly high on the grade.Only a small portion has a incline.Mostly flat.

Is LTX1042kw a decent mower for the money?

Is there wiggle room at a cub dealer?The LTX 1046kw is just out of my budget.

The LTX 1042 is a good mower, that Professional grade Kawasaki 18hp v-twin should do everything you need and more. You'll be real happy with that mower. :thumbsup: Great Choice

 

[jakesmurray]

Hello folks.Murray finally bit the dust after 16 yrs.Briggs engine.Time for a new riding mower before spring.

Whats the best option for less then $2000 out the door?

Acre and half.Few obstacles.Mostly flat to 20 degree slope.

Close to me is a tsc,kubota,sears and cub cadet dealer.

Thank you.

Heck, go to walmart and buy a Murray!
16 years isn't too bad.....

 

[Kaboom]

Surprise surprise.

Picking up a 2013 LTX1046KW($1999 + goverments strong arm) saturday at local dealer.Thank you for your input.

 

[lawn mower fanatic]

Surprise surprise.

Picking up a LTX1046KW($1999 + goverments strong arm) saturday at local dealer.Thank you for your input.

I think that will be good for you! Please post back and let us know how you like it once you get to use it! And maybe post some pictures!