18 best gasoline mowers

To maintain lawn grass in perfect condition, requires regular cutting. One of the most effective devices is a gasoline powered lawnmower. Technique perfectly combines performance, functionality and mobility. Today, the domestic market has a rich assortment of mowers from different manufacturers. Choose the optimal model will allow expert advice.

How to choose a gasoline mower

1. Land area. The first step is to determine the area of ​​the lawn, which will be regularly maintained. For small lawns (up to 1000 sq. M.) Budget equipment is suitable. For larger areas it is better to choose a lawn mower from the middle price segment.
2. Design. Petrol lawn mowers are produced both self-propelled and non-self-propelled. The equipment equipped with the drive on wheels is intended for equal and big platforms. Wheel models without a drive will have to push the operator. Such machines are preferable to use on the relief terrain, but during prolonged mowing, hands and back can be tired.
3. Functionality. In gasoline lawn mowers there are various additional functions. Some models exclusively mow the grass, randomly scattering it on the lawn. The plot looks more accurate if after mowing the grass is collected in a special container. Rigid grass catchers look more reliable than fabric counterparts. The function of mulching allows you to chop the grass and evenly scatter it over the area.
4. Quality haircuts. Modern lawn mowers allow you to choose the height of the grass that will remain after mowing. The range ranges from 20 to 120 mm. If a variety of grass is sown on the plot, it is better to purchase a lawn mower with a cutting height of 20-70 mm. In case of different vegetation, it is preferable to choose a technique with a cutting height of 50-120 mm.
5. Performance. Gasoline lawn mowers are equipped with motors with a capacity of 2.5 to 7 liters. with. However, performance depends not only on the capabilities of the engine, but also on the width of the deck (40-60 cm). The wider the mowing bar, the more powerful the power unit should be.
6. Build quality. A standard user can determine the quality of a technique by several criteria. First of all, pay attention to the number of plastic parts. The mower and deck should be made of metal. During the inspection it is important to check the reliability of fasteners, as well as to ask the consultant about the presence of engine oil.
7. Ease of use. For the average consumer, mowing the lawn should be a pleasant experience, not a hard work. The technique should be light, compact and maneuverable. Summer residents actual option will be a folding handle. In this position, the vehicle can be transported in the trunk of a car.

Top gasoline mower rating

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best low-cost petrol lawn mowers	1	Hyundai L 4300	16 990 ₽
	2	Makita PLM4120N	17 180 ₽
	3	Huter GLM-4.0	11 538 ₽
	4	DDE LM 46-60	13 541 ₽
The best wheel mowers on a gasoline engine in terms of price-quality ratio	1	Honda HRX 426C SDE	46 100 ₽
	2	Oleo-Mac G 48 PK Comfort Plus	24 990 ₽
	3	Husqvarna LC 153	23 850 ₽
	4	Makita PLM4620	28 050 ₽
The best self-propelled lawn mowers on a gasoline engine	1	Viking MB 655.3 V	82 490 ₽
	2	Oleo-Mac G 53 TK AllRoad Exa 4	44 990 ₽
	3	Daewoo Power Products DLM 5100SV	33 990 ₽
	4	AL-KO 127126 Solo by 5375 VS Aluminum	74 990 ₽
	5	Husqvarna DBS51	64 900 ₽
	6	CHAMPION LM5345BS	24 463 ₽
	7	Daewoo Power Products DLM 45SP	17 990 ₽
	8	Hammer KMT175SB	18 190 ₽
	9	Huter GLM-5.0 S	14 499 ₽
	10	PATRIOT PT 47 LS	17 790 ₽

Our review included 18 of the best gasoline mowers. The position of applicants in the ranking was influenced by expert opinions and feedback from Russian users.

The best low-cost petrol lawn mowers

Most homeowners start caring for a lawn with low-cost lawn mowers. For small areas, this approach is fully justified. Experts have identified several reliable models.

Hyundai L 4300

Rating: 4.8

The best budget lawn mower for areas with difficult terrain is the South Korean model Hyundai L 4300. The technique successfully combines accessibility and reliability. Irregularities she successfully overcomes thanks to large wheels (15 cm front, 20 cm rear). Therefore, for the turns does not require much effort. In addition, the model has a small weight of 28 kg and a convenient handle. The technique is equipped with a 4-stroke Hyundai engine with a capacity of 3.4 liters. with. The swath width is 41 cm, the cutting height can be adjusted in the range of 25-75 mm. The mowed grass is immediately sent to a soft collection with a capacity of 55 liters.

Users praise the mower for easy start, trouble-free operation, reliable design. Not everyone is happy with the grass catcher, the hole is often clogged in it.

Makita PLM4120N

Rating: 4.7

In many ways, the Japanese lawn mower Makita PLM4120N is not inferior to the leader of our rating. Easy-to-use fuel technology weighs only 26.8 kg, while providing a 41 cm wide swath. The manufacturer supplied the model with a useful mulching function, although it is possible to collect mowed grass into a soft collection of 50 liters. It is possible to adjust the cutting height in the range of 25-70 mm, for this there are 5 lever positions.

The weak side of the unit was the low power of the American Briggs and Stratton engine (2.7 hp). Users complain of problems when mowing tall and thick grass. In addition, the mower is supplied without oil, so the owner must first carry out maintenance.

Huter GLM-4.0

Rating: 4.6

The Huter GLM-4.0 lawn mower is equipped with a powerful powertrain. Due to the 4-stroke gasoline engine 4 liters. with. the device makes a wide swath (46 cm), while the cutting height is regulated in the widest range (20-85 mm). The mowed grass enters a rigid collection with a capacity of 60 liters, sheet steel provides reliability of the mower's body. Experts note the quiet operation of the mower, in operation it is simple and convenient. The model is somewhat inferior to the leaders in terms of weight (33.9 kg) and reliability.

Users complain about the plastic starter, often have to adjust the carburetor. The problem is finding parts. But in general, the device deserves flattering words and an honorable third place.

DDE LM 46-60

Rating: 4.5

The gasoline lawn mower DDE LM 46-60 can handle a large area (up to 2000 sq. M.) Of the lawn. High performance of the unit is achieved by a powerful (4 hp.) Motor and a wide swath (46 cm). Roomy collection box (60 l) of soft material allows long time to work without stopping.The model has the function of mulching, in this case, crushed grass can be thrown sideways or back. Thanks to the central adjustment (5 positions), the cutting height is selected in the range of 25-75 mm. The handle is easily adjusted for the growth of the operator.

It was not possible to get into the top three of the rating of the model due to the large weight (33 kg), poor-quality assembly. This is evidenced by reviews of domestic users.

The best wheel mowers on a gasoline engine in terms of price-quality ratio

If the area of ​​the lawn exceeds 1000 square meters. m, then more productive mowers are required. They differ in reliability and durability. Experts have noticed the optimal ratio of price and quality in the following devices.

Honda HRX 426C SDE

Rating: 4.9

Japanese Benkhinovaya lawn mower Honda HRX 426C SDE gained popularity in Russia due to its high quality and reliability. The model received a lot of positive feedback from the owners, the experts highly appreciated the balance of its technical parameters, giving the laurels to the winner rating model. The equipment has a powerful Honda engine (5.5 hp.), Which easily copes with thick and tall grass. The cutting width is 42 cm, the height of the grass can be adjusted from 18 to 73 mm with a 6-position lever. The model is remarkable in that it is equipped with a catalytic converter, due to which the exhaust gases become less toxic.

Users also praise the mower for maneuverability, the front and rear wheels have a diameter of 20 cm. Of the minuses, you can select only the high price.

Oleo-Mac G 48 PK Comfort Plus

Rating: 4.8

The most accurate lawn mowing can be done with a gasoline mower Oleo-Mac G 48 PK Comfort Plus. The equipment is equipped with an American engine, it loses a little in power (4.5 liters. P.) To the leader of the rating. The model is equipped with a somewhat smaller range of cutting height adjustment (from 28 to 75 mm). To protect the mower from damage, a steel case is installed; bearings in the rear wheels are responsible for easy movement of machinery around the lawn. Experts highlight the stylish mower design and easy operation.

Domestic owners praise the device for quiet operation, ergonomics, economical fuel consumption. Over time, the throttle cable is stretched, the engine does not always start at the first attempt. When filling the grass collector by 70-80%, spontaneous emission of grass occurs.

Husqvarna LC 153

Rating: 4.8

The Swedish gasoline mower Husqvarna LC 153 is designed for mowing a lawn up to 1000 square meters. The technique is reliable and affordable. The cutting width is 53 cm, but the minimum grass height is limited to 32 mm. But with high greens (up to 95 mm) there are no problems, despite the rather small motor (3.2 hp) of the American firm Briggs and Stratton. The technique has good maneuverability due to the large rear wheels (30 cm). The model occupies the third line, losing to the leaders in weight (29 kg) and power.

Users are pleased with the easy start of the engine, maneuverability, the possibility of grinding the grass. But for mowing high dense vegetation there is not enough engine power, and it is difficult to load equipment into the trunk of a car alone.

Makita PLM4620

Rating: 4.7

Japanese lawn mower Makita PLM4620 hit our rating thanks to its practicality. Experts point out a convenient grass throw, mulching function, a wide swath (46 cm), a steel body and an aluminum deck. The model is equipped with an American engine, its power (3.16 liters. Pp.) Allows you to cut a lawn with a height of 20-75 mm on an area up to 1200 square meters.The ease of movement is provided by wheels with bearings, the cutting height is adjusted by the 5-position center lever.

The model is located a step away from the top three rankings for several reasons. This is not enough power, a lot of weight (29.1 kg), the wheel track remains on the wet lawn. The lawn mower has earned praise from users for its quiet operation, easy start and convenient operation.

The best self-propelled lawn mowers on a gasoline engine

Self-propelled lawn mowers successfully work on flat lawns. They are easy to use, while the operator is less tired. One of the main conditions for trouble-free use is the absence of stones on the site. Here are some quality models.

Viking MB 655.3 V

Rating: 4.9

The Viking MB 655.3 V self-propelled lawn mower allows you to cut the grass over a large area (up to 2500 sq. M.) Experts mark the perfect selection of mowed grass that comes in a container. A special indicator will remind the operator of the need for emptying. The equipment is quite heavy (47 kg), so the manufacturer installed a carrying handle in the front of the device. Mulching function allows you to evenly distribute the green mass on the surface of the lawn. Narrow wheels rotate easily due to double bearings.

Users are satisfied with the reliability, functionality and durability of the mower. Only the high price becomes an obstacle to purchase.

Oleo-Mac G 53 TK AllRoad Exa 4

Rating: 4.8

The lightweight (36 kg) and maneuverability of the Oleo-Mac G 53 TK AllRoad Exa 4 are self-propelled lawn mowers. The technology is driven by a 6.5-liter EMAK engine. with. The model is somewhat inferior to the leader in performance rating. With its help, you can cut the lawn on an area of ​​up to 1600 square meters. In a single pass, a swath width of 51 cm is obtained, and the height of the grass can be adjusted within 28-75 mm. The model is equipped with a soft collection box of 70 liters. Reliability of a design is provided by the steel case and a deck. The strong point of the car is the all-wheel drive transmission.

Users like the maneuverability of the mower, its power, availability, ease and reliability. The disadvantages of the technology owners include cloth collection box. The model takes the second place.

Daewoo Power Products DLM 5100SV

Rating: 4.8

Korean engineers have developed a new 4-stroke engine for Daewoo Power Products DLM 5100SV self-propelled lawn mowers. A powerful unit (6.5 hp. Pp.) Makes the technique dynamic when mowing the lawn. The mower moves at a speed of 3-4.5 km / h, mowing the grass 50 cm wide in one pass. The height of the lawn can be adjusted in the range of 25-75 mm. In a soft collection box can hold up to 70 liters of green mass. The equipment is equipped with rear-wheel drive transmission.

Users note the stylish appearance of the mower, 4 speeds, economical fuel consumption. By cons, the owners attribute the lack of power on the tall grass, and with a full grass catcher, the wheels begin to slip. Experts gave the model a third place in the ranking.

AL-KO 127126 Solo by 5375 VS Aluminum

Rating: 4.7

A wide range of functions is available in the AL-KO 127126 Solo by 5375 VS Aluminum petrol lawn mower. German-Austrian technology is able to mow, collect, mulch and throw grass through a side tap. Roomy grass catcher (75 l) is equipped with a filling indicator. The manufacturer has provided the ability to adjust the handle to the height of the operator. Easy rotation of wheels is provided with reliable ball bearings.The width of the deck is 52 cm, cutting height varies in the range of 30-85 mm.

Lawnmower owners appreciate the reliability of the American engine, a decent number of functions. But a large weight (51 kg) and a modest engine power (4.15 hp) did not allow the vehicle to rise to the podium of the rating.

Husqvarna DBS51

Rating: 4.7

The original design stands out from the competition of the Swedish lawn mower Husqvarna DBS51. The equipment moves on three wheels, thanks to which it effectively cuts the grass on the relief terrain. Good cross is provided by large rear wheels (42 cm), which are leading. The model is powered by a Subaru engine with a capacity of 5 liters. with. The mower is best suited for mowing high grass (60-120 mm), but it will be necessary to collect the mowed mass manually. Not provided and the function of mulching. Therefore, the experts put the Swedish mower on the fifth position.

Even in the absence of a grass catcher, the vehicle has a large weight (54 kg), the operator has 4 cutting heights to choose from. In this case, the price of an unusual unit is quite high.

CHAMPION LM5345BS

Rating: 4.6

Under the very root (19 mm), the CHAMPION LM5345BS self-propelled lawn mower can cut the lawn. The advantages of technology experts include gasoline engine Briggs and Stratton with a capacity of 6 liters. with. It works quite quietly, it is easy to start and emit exhaust gases into the atmosphere with a minimum level of harmfulness. Rear-wheel drive wheels have a deep tread that prevents slipping on wet grass. At the user's choice, the bevelled mass can be collected in a soft bag (70 l) or mulched with discharge to the side. The ergonomic handle can be easily adjusted to the height of the operator.

The model took only the sixth position of the rating for the complexity of the assembly. Not all parts fit perfectly, so users have to "wise" in the assembly process.

Daewoo Power Products DLM 45SP

Rating: 4.5

The Korean manufacturer Daewoo has another petrol mower, worthy of falling into our rating. The Power Products DLM 45SP model is a lightweight (28 kg) and compact unit that can be operated by a woman or teenager. It loses to the leaders in motor power (4.5 hp. P.), Swath width (45 cm). To achieve an attractive price, the equipment was equipped with a soft grass collector with a volume of only 50 liters.

Owners of a lawnmower note easy start-up of the engine, smooth mowing, high-quality assembly and an affordable price. Among the shortcomings of the technique is the lack of adjustment of the speed of movement, lateral ejection and mulching function.

Hammer KMT175SB

Rating: 4.4

Self-propelled petrol lawn mower Hammer KMT175SB is addressed to owners of private homes. The model combines two main functions: mowing and mulching. Four-wheel chassis has rear-wheel drive. Loncin engine capacity is 4.1 liters. s., while the deck grabs grass 51 cm wide. The height of mowing can be adjusted in the range of 30-80 mm. Fabric collection box holds up to 50 liters of green mass. Thanks to a combination of plastic and fabric, the manufacturer managed to reduce the weight of the unit to 32 kg. Technique convenient to carry in the trunk, just fold the handle.

The model is located far from the pedestal of our rating due to consumer feedback. Along with the positive properties (design, sharp knife, high-quality grass assembly), there are also disadvantages (a lot of damage).

Huter GLM-5.0 S

Rating: 4.4

Universal garden equipment is the German-Chinese lawn mower Huter GLM-5.0 S. It is designed for mowing different types of vegetation. Of the strengths of the experts say 4-stroke engine with a capacity of 5 liters. with. and rigid collection box with a capacity of 60 liters. Using the 5-way adjustment, you can select the optimum lawn height (20-85 mm). The equipment is located in the lower part of the rating due to the lack of mulching and unreliable plastic wheels.

Frequent breakage becomes the deformation of the wheel, the rapid wear of the bearing. Owners complain about the lack of consumables in the distribution network, clogging of the grass collector hole.

PATRIOT PT 47 LS

Rating: 4.3

The petrol lawn mower PATRIOT PT 47 LS closes the rating of self-propelled machines. The model attracts buyers with an affordable price, economical engine 4.5 liters. s., reliable rear-wheel drive and a spacious grass collector. After the passage, the technique leaves a 46 cm wide bevelled strip. The height of the grass can be adjusted in the range of 30-75 mm. The manufacturer has provided a useful function of mulching, the release of green mass through a side or rear outlet.

During operation, the owners are faced with a number of shortcomings. The equipment is equipped with flimsy bolts, many of which will have to be replaced. Wheels slip on the wet grass, so mowing the lawn is very problematic. To achieve a lawn height of 30 mm will have to do 2 passes.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.