We can all agree that if you’re going to mow a lawn having the right lawn mower makes a huge difference. You wouldn’t use a large zero-turn mower in a postage-stamp yard or waste your time push-mowing a lawn several acres in size. You use the right took for the right job.
For years, if you ran a commercial lawn mowing business your main options were walk-behind mowers and sit-on riding mowers. And those certainly still have a place. But there’s another category of mower that also deserves consideration. Stand-on mowers have been around for quite some time and they’re just getting better and better. Today, there are a number of reasons to think about buying a stand-on mower and we’ll look at five of them in this post.
1) Easy-To-Transport Sizes
One of the things people love about stand-on lawn mowers is that they’re easy to transport. They’re about the same size as, or a little larger than, mid-size commercial walk-behind mowers. This keeps them smaller than sit-on riding mowers while still letting operators ride. The platforms that riders stand on are either located between the rear wheels or are retractable so they’re out of the way for transport.
2) Fast Cutting and Large Decks
Even though stand-on mowers are compact, you’re not sacrificing cutting performance. They don’t cut quite as fast as zero-turn mowers, but some of them come close. And not only can you get them with decks designed for wide cutting swaths, but you can fit more of them on a trailer than zero-turns with the same deck size.
3) Provide Good Visibility
Because you’re standing up to operate strand-on mowers, you get a higher vantage point when cutting. They also put the deck out-front where it’s very easy for you to see. That makes it much easier to keep an eye on the area you’re mowing than if you were sitting on a riding mower. And because the standing platform is elevated, these mowers also provide better visibility than a walk-behind.
4) Good Maneuvering In Tight Spots
A combination of compact size, quick speeds, and increased visibility makes stand-on mowers the perfect choice for cutting in tight spots. They’re highly maneuverable and can make quick work of mowing lawns where there are trees, landscape beds, children’s play sets and other obstacles. Some contractors will keep stand-on mowers in their fleet for cutting heavily landscaped yards and then use zero-turns for more open properties.
5) Handle Hillsides Effectively
One of the big disadvantages of zero-turn mowers is that they’re not recommended for mowing on hills or slopes. While you won’t want to use stand-on mowers for very steep slopes, they are much better for mowing hilly terrain. The mowers are less likely to tip and it’s easier for the operator to balance their weight while mowing.
Ready to add a stand-on mower to your commercial fleet? Get in touch with us or drop by our location in Richardson, Texas. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you have and help you pick the best stand-on mower for your needs.
