by Loren
(Atlanta, GA USA)
I bought my Ariens 42 Lawn Tractor, in person from Home Depot, about six months ago, and it is still in use. It took some time to research the best choice in mowing large lawns. This seems to have been a good choice, the blades for life program, certainly helped make this an easier decision.
The best points are the multiple speeds, and the choice for blade heights, which cuts down the time to maintenance my lawn, and the smooth ride, almost makes cutting the lawn an enjoyable experience.
The seat is comfortable and it doesn't take too much in gas. A few negatives, and there are very few with this product, maneuverability was a bit difficult, you must be completely seated for the mower to work, and it seems to lull a bit when going uphill.
This mower seems to work best on average sized lawns and gardens, provides a clean cut for grasses, and weeds, as long as there are relatively few stones.