Weekend Swisher Mower test = very positive.

I have a 12.5 hp, 44" cut (pictured above - thanks Dwight), it puts all the power to the mower, never bogged down. I ran it through medium sized grass and weeds + a couple of strips of 2' high density field brush, no worries on power.

I was able to mow both ponds down past the water line and in spots that I prevoiusly could not safely reach with a tractor/brush hog. I never felt like I was tipping. Excellent on rough/steep terrian.

Can mow at about 5 mph.

Easy to use, simple design. Rugged. We set it up for the first time and was mowing in 30 minutes. Can disconnect and reattach in about 5 minutes.

Has offset pull behind capabilities, works fine.

Additional comments:
- Pull start, no problem, but, the electric start would be nice too.

- It would be optimal if you have a 4 wheeler dedicated to pulling the mower as the setup and disconnect is a little extra work (5 minutes).

- They offer two cutting types, rough cut and finish cut. Make sure you get the right mower for your intended use.

All-in-all, The mower is is a work horse. Built for the job. Think of it in terms of a small brush hog. My dad was absolutly giddy over the whole thing, said its the best thing we bought in all our years of equipment. (I think he was extra happy that he dosnt have to risk his life mowing dams with the Kabota!)

Gator

The Swisher gets two claws up from Gator.

: )

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