A high-powered machine with a diecast aluminium deck, the Efco AR53-TBX is well equipped to cope with more demanding mowing tasks. It’s fitted with an ultra-reliable Briggs & Stratton OHV engine, which has a cylinder displacement of 190cc and features Prime ‘N’ Pull for consistent first-pull starts; and it employs a mulching blade that shreds cut grass, in turn saving space in the 80-litre collector and reducing the frequency of emptying-stops. This high-specification lawn mower has a power-drive and a substantial 51cm working-width, so large areas can be covered with speed and efficiency. The handlebar has a special rubber grip for comfortable mowing; and the height-of-cut is controlled using just the one lever for ease-of-use.

Combining a power-drive with a high-performance 190cc Briggs & Stratton engine and a huge 54cm width-of-cut, the Masport Widecut 800 ST SP is ideal for large-scale domestic use. Its ‘combo’ design provides three operating modes (collect, side-discharge and mulch), so you can choose the most appropriate one for the grass-type you’re dealing with. Other key features include Dual Mowzone for extended blade-coverage; and a rugged steel deck for maximum longevity. Weighs 43kg.

With its large-sized 51cm cut; high-volume 60-litre grass-catcher; and effort-saving self-propelled drive, this affordable European-manufactured machine from Oleo-Mac will make light work of the more substantial domestic lawn. It’s constructed around a hardwearing steel cutter-deck, so longevity is assured; and it features single-point cutting-height-adjustment for quick and easy setting of the blade-position. Power is supplied by a high-performance 159cc OHV engine and the mower features a 3-in-1 cut (collect, mulch & rear-discharge).

With high-end features like a corrosion-resistant aluminium deck; centralised height-of-cut control; and an Emak overhead-valve engine (196cc); the Italian-designed Oleo-Mac Max 53TK will impress the pro contractor and the domestic lawn-enthusiast alike. Its expansive 51cm cut and self-propelled drive make it ideal for those maintaining extensive grounds; while its very high-capacity 75-litre grass-catcher works to lessen the time that’s wasted due to emptying-stops. A mulch-plug is supplied as standard.

Offering four separate cutting-modes as standard, this premium-grade machine from Oleo-Mac represents exceptional value-for-money and will prove flexible enough to deal with changing grass-lengths and other shifting environmental conditions. It’s driven by one of Honda’s enduringly popular garden-machinery engines; the overhead-cam GCV160 (160cc), so reliability and powerful performance are guaranteed; and it features a self-propelled drive and a generous 51cm cut; a combination that facilitates the speedy, low-effort coverage of large grassed areas. The cutting-modes are as follows: collection; side-discharge; rear-discharge; mulching (all accessories included).

This high-specification petrol lawn mower from Efco is superbly well engineered and has been developed to meet the exacting requirements of the professional gardener. It has an aluminium cutter-deck, so it won’t rust; and it’s powered by a premium-quality four-stroke engine (190cc) from Briggs & Stratton, so you can be confident of powerful performance and exceptional long-term reliability. The Efco AR48-TBX has a self-propelled drive and a 46cm cutting-width; a combination that makes it ideal for those maintaining substantial lawns and rough grass areas. It’s equipped with a mulching-blade, which serves to minimise the volume of clippings inside the 75-litre collector; and it comes with a mulch-plug, so you can close-off the discharge chute if you wish to work without the collector.

This lawnmower from leading Italian brand Oleo-Mac represents great quality at a great price. With a wide cutting width of 51cm, a B&S 190cc 650 series engine and self-propulsion, high performance and ease of use is assured. 4-In-one cutting is a reality with mulching, side discharge and rear discharge as standard as well as rear collection into the 70L grass collector with full indicator and fabric construction to ensure efficient collection. Large sized all bearing wheels mean great handling and durability and the handlebars fold for transport and adjust to the operator’s preferred height. The steel deck is tough and resilient and this mower can handle lawns up to 2000m2 .

A corrosion and impact resistant 4mm aluminium deck is just one of the high-end features that makes this premium-grade lawnmower so attractive. Styling is modern and ergonomic, with the deck streamlined for great performance, but also aesthetically pleasing, as you would expect from Italy’s leading brand. This superior alloy-deck lawnmower offers top power levels with it’s 196cc OHV engine; self-propulsion, at 3.6 k p/h making the job faster and easier, and a 51cm cutting deck for reduced mowing times on larger areas. There is potential for 3-in-one cutting with rear discharge; rear collection plus optional mulching (plug available separately). Ergonomic adjustable handlebars mean the operator works at the right height and there is one centralised height-of-cut lever delivering 5 positions from 28mm to 75mm. The large capacity grass collector takes 80L for fewer emptying stops and a collector full indicator prevents overfill and spillage.

Characterised by its superior damp-weather bagging capability; powerful performance; and heavy-duty build-quality, this high-specification rotary mower from Efco is aimed squarely at the commercial-use market. It boasts a three-speed power-drive, so there’s an effective ground-speed for every application; and it features centralised height-of-cut adjustment for quick and easy setting of the blade position. Powering the Efco MR55-TBD is an ultra-reliable 160cc four-stoke OHV engine from Briggs & Stratton. Tough metal bumpers confer impressive durability; while a wide 53cm cut and an 80-litre grassbag combine to maximise productivity.

A rear-wheel power-drive, extra-wide 54cm cut and roomy 67 litre grass catcher make the premium-range Masport Widecut 800 AL SP a sensible choice for homeowners maintaining substantial grounds. It has an aluminium chassis at its heart, so strength and rust-resistance are guaranteed; and it boasts single-point height-of-cut adjustment that makes the pre-mowing set-up a breeze. This model is powered by a high-capacity 190cc Briggs & Stratton engine and offers bagging, rear-discharge and mulching as standard.

With a variable-speed drive, four cutting-modes and six height-of-cut positions, the MowDirect-exclusive Oleo-Mac G53-VK AllRoad is one of the most versatile walk-behind mowers available on the market today. It combines a generously-proportioned 70-litre catcher with a wide 51cm cut, so you can expect to cover a substantial amount of grass in quick-time; and it boasts ergonomically-optimised controls that work with the power-drive to ensure the comfortable completion of large-scale jobs. This seriously powerful 196cc model offers the following cutting-options: collection; mulching; rear-discharge; side-discharge.

Smaller lawns comprising slopes and/or rough-grass areas can be quickly and efficiently dealt with using this compact, self-propelled petrol rotary-mower from New Zealand brand Masport! It’s capable of either collecting, mulching or direct-discharging cut grass, so there’s a mowing-mode for every eventuality; and it boasts centralised height-of-cut adjustment for simple selection of your desired blade-setting. The Masport 150 ST SP has a narrow 42cm cut and is fitted with a premium 125cc OHV engine from Briggs & Stratton.

Employing heavy-duty components throughout and running on commercial-duty wheels, this very high-powered 190cc petrol rotary-mower from New Zealand manufacturers Masport has been equipped to handle intensive professional landscaping-applications. It combines a Masport Quick Cut blade with an expansive 52cm cut, so it offers impressive productivity over large areas; and it features centralised height-of-cut for convenience and simplicity of operation. Hard to beat in terms of adaptability, the Masport Contractor boasts three-speed self-propulsion and can either bag, mulch or rear-discharge clippings.

With its sizeable 51cm cut, premium Honda OHV power-pack and self-propelled drive, the British-designed Mountfield SP53 is guaranteed to impress when it comes to productivity, performance and ease of use! It’s both collection- and mulch-capable, so you can choose the mode that best matches the grass-length; and, for even greater versatility, there’s a five-step cutting-height that’s simple to set using only one lever. This manoeuvrable Hi-Wheel model weighs just 35kg and comes with a spacious 60-litre catcher.

The new Cub Cadet XM3ER53 3-in-1 Variable-Speed Petrol Lawnmower will suit anyone with a large area of grass on which it's not suitable to use a lawn-tractor. The 53cm cutting-deck can be used in either rear-discharge, mulching or collection-modes, depending on which is most applicable at the time. The high-grip rear wheels are powered by an 4.5hp Kawasaki four-stroke engine with a heavy-duty recoil starter; while the variable-speed drive facilitates precision setting of the ground-speed. Built for intensive use, this model has a rugged aluminium chassis and ball-bearing wheels.

Offering ease of use through self-propulsion and versatility from three-in-one mowing, this class-leading rotary-mower from British brand MowMaster will appeal to gardeners looking for a low-effort way to tackle lawns and mixed-grass areas. It has a 43cm cut and a 40-litre grassbag; a combination perfect for small and mid-sized domestic lawns; and it boasts simple centralised height-of-cut selection from the five positions available. The steel-decked MowMaster 43PD is powered by an efficient 123cc four-stroke engine and weighs just 27kg.

Enjoy Feider's 5096's flexibility of use conferred by four-in-one mowing and cover a sizeable area in quick-time with this versatile and highly productive 50.2cm multi-function rotary mower from Racing! It offers numerous features that belie its attractive price-point, including a very high-capacity 196cc OHV engine for top-end performance; hassle-free centralised height-of-cut selection; and a deck-wash port for quick and easy undercarriage-maintenance. Supplied with a 55-litre catcher and storage-cover.

Offering four in-one mowing and combining a substantial 50cm cutting-width with a self-propelled drive, the MowDirect-exclusive Feider 5070-AC impresses when it comes to versatility, reduced mowing times and operator-comfort. Although available at an amazingly low price, this mower packs in many premium-features, including extra-large rear-wheels for enhanced manoeuvrability; a ‘bag-full’ indicator that helps prevent overfilling; and a hosepipe link for hassle-free undercarriage cleaning. Powered by a high-capacity 173cc OHV engine.