A double-bar scythe attachment for Stiga Silex tractor-units.

This self-propelled sickle-bar mower (or 'scythe' mower) will cut long grass, tall weeds and light scrub across paddocks, orchards, meadows and other areas where an ordinary mower just won't cut the mustard. Equipped with a beefy 190cc (5hp) Briggs & Stratton Quantum XM engine, the Apache M210 has a pivoting, double-reciprocating mulch-bar with height adjustment skids and a cutter-bar clutch. The cutting-width is highly productive 87cm; and the drive system operates via a clutched v-belt. The handles are height-adjustable and can be offset to the left or right. The wheels have solid track-grip tyres that facilitate the negotiation of inclines and rough terrain. Weighs 56kg.

This powered scythe-mower from Lawnflite features an ultra-reliable Briggs & Stratton engine and has a 87cm width-of-cut to get the job done with impressive rapidity. Ideal for tackling the sort of long, thick grass found in meadow- and paddock-areas, the Lawnflite BM87-35 has a fully-floating head to help cope with uneven ground and will also tackle brambles and other vegetation that would not be suitable for a conventional mower or ride-on tractor. Self-propulsion means minimal effort expended on the part of the operator; while pneumatic tyres and an adjustable handle confer superior user-comfort. This product receives a Pre-Delivery Inspection and is delivered assembled and ready to use in accordance with the manufacturer's stated requirements.

If your garden contains untamed areas that would defeat a brushcutter or a conventional mower, then the impressive Bertolini BT401S Scythe Mower provides the perfect solution. Its heavy-duty cutter-bar gives a working width of 95cm, so large areas can be covered with speed and efficiency; while its oil-bathed transmission confers the durability that’s essential when regularly tackling intensive landscaping applications. Power for this model comes from a high-specification 4.8hp Honda OHV engine that will prove ultra-reliable; clean-burning; and quiet-running.

Enjoy the powerful performance provided by a high-capacity 196cc four-stroke engine and superb productivity conferred by an extra-wide 87cm cut with the MowDirect-exclusive Feider FT200 Scythe-Bar Mower! It runs on large-diameter pneumatic tyres that ensure high-grip traction and a smooth rough-ground run; and it benefits from an ergonomically-optimised handlebar arrangement that means even the most arduous and time-consuming jobs can be completed in comfort. Weighs 59kg.

This professional two-wheel tractor from Apache is powered by a durable 150cc Briggs and Stratton engine that will deliver improved fuel-economy and superior longevity when set against a comparable petrol-driven machine. The Apache P70 is particularly suited to everyday use in a commercial environment. A wide range of attachments is available for undertaking cultivating and grass-management tasks; as well as sweeping, snow-clearance and transporting bulky loads. This seven-speed model is supremely manoeuvrable and boasts a differential that gives the sought-after zero-turn capability.

Thanks to its compact design and zero-turn capability, the Italian-engineered Bertolini BT413S-9H will enable you to access areas that would be impossible to reach with a bulky ride-on or lawn tractor. It’s equipped with a heavy-duty 115cm scythe-blade, which will cut with ease through well established undergrowth; and it’s fitted with a powerful and smooth-running 270cc Honda engine that will prove ultra-reliable and consistently easy to start. This rugged, commercial-grade machine has a six-speed transmission (3 + 3) with a differential lock for extra traction on tricky terrain. Oil-immersed gears confer exceptional longevity; while comprehensive vibration-damping ensures you’ll be able to complete the task in comfort.

This heavy-duty, diesel-driven scythe mower from Italian manufacturers Bertolini is fitted with an extra-wide 115cm scythe-blade, so it’s ideal for the sort of large-scale brush and grass-clearance applications that are regularly tackled by professional landscapers. It’s fitted with a hugely powerful 349cc engine, which drives the wheels as well as the blade for effortless handling; and it’s equipped with a six-speed gearbox for superior manoeuvrability and enhanced flexibility-of-use. Independently-controlled wheels make it possible to perform zero-turn manoeuvres; while a height-adjustable, vibration-insulated handle works to maximise operator-comfort. Numerous easy-to-fit attachments are available.