What is the widest cutting self propelled mulching mower you can purchase and who makes it?

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I need to purchase a new walk behind, self propelled, mulching mower. The widest I have found is 21". I currently have a 21" and would prefer a wider cutting mower since I have such a large yard. What is the widest cutting width you can purchase in a walk behind, self propelled, mulching mower and which manufacturer makes it?

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This is a bit more of a professional level mower but it's a 34".

http://www.ariens.com/products_lawn/l_walkbehind_group/l_wideareawalk_34/Pages/default.aspx

Otherwise if you have an acre or more to mow I'd seriously consider getting a zero turn mower.

What should I look for in a lawn mower?

Sarah

I am needing to buy my first lawn mower, can anyone please tell me what I need to look for? I'd like a decent quality, but I don't need anything super-fancy, I would like it to be self-propelled of course, but other than that...

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Self propelled, as you mentioned, is a big thing with me. Also, the horsepower of the engine. I wouldn't buy anything less than a 4.5 hp, and prefer at least a 6.5. I have had best luck with mowers having Briggs & Stratton engines. Also, the larger the swath of the mower, the less trips around the yard you have to make. Buy at least a 22-24 in. mower. If you have a yard on a slope, or an uneven yard, mowers with larger rear wheels may be better suited to your needs.

Good luck!

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