Our verdict
The bottom line
For estate-size lawns and people who want the best mid-size ride-on you can buy. The 4-wheel steering really does help around obstacles. Pricey but earns it back in time saved.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 4-wheel steering manoeuvres tightly
- 107cm deck cuts large areas fast
- JD V-twin is bombproof
- Premium ride quality
Cons
- Expensive new and used
- Needs a barn
- Service is dealer-only realistically
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 107 cm |
| Engine / Power | John Deere 16kW twin |
| Weight | 265 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£2800–4200 used. Engine hours under 400 is excellent. 4WS linkage components wear — check tracking on a flat surface for pull. Insist on full JD service history. Anti-scalp wheels on the deck show heavy use; replacements are £30 each.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.