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Impressively flexible in use, the German-engineered Einhell GE-SA 1335P combines separate aeration- and scarifying-rollers with three-step working-depth adjustment so as to ensure it will meet all your lawn-care requirements. It features a highly-robust plastic housing that helps to keep the weight down for low-effort pushing; and it’s fitted with a comfort-enhancing height-adjustable handlebar that folds down for space-saving storage. This model is powered by a high-torque 1.7hp four-stroke engine from Einhell themselves. Thatch-catcher included.

Available exclusively through MowDirect, this high-specification petrol-driven mower from leading brand Mountfield offers top-quality features and superior build-quality at a remarkably low price. It’s fitted with a powerful 100cc engine, which is smooth-running and fuel-efficient; and it boasts a self-propelled drive that makes it possible to work on the sort of rough terrain you’d struggle to cover with a push-type machine. A rugged steel mower-deck brings impressive strength and durability; while a roomy 55-litre grass-catcher ensures large areas can be cut with very few stops. The Mountfield SP45 has a 45cm cut; ideal for the averagely-sized domestic lawn.

This large self-propelled lawnmower from Mountfield is on Special Offer at MowDirect and represents fantastic value for money. It has an extra-wide 51cm cut and a powerful 160cc OHV engine that's very easy to start. A drive to the rear wheels makes the job practically effort-free; while a large 60-litre collector means fewer stops for emptying. Ideal for a fast cut on medium-large lawns. Mulch-plug included.

With its super-compact 60cm cutting-width – not much wider than that found on the largest walk-behind mowers – the Lawnflite 60-SDE Ride-On will come into its own on grass areas with awkward corners and restricted access. It boasts a six-speed change-on-the-move transmission that works with its compact design and tight-turning radius to optimise manoeuvrability. Power for this model comes from a high-performance 196cc OHV unit from MTD.

Utilising premium-grade components throughout and offering impressive Italian build-quality, the powerful but lightweight and easy-handling Oleo-Mac BC241T represents exceptional value for money. Its economical 21.7cc two-stroke engine works with a capacious 0.4-litre fuel-tank to give an extended 50-minute run-time on one fill; while its low-weight build (5.2kg) and pro-style 'cowhorn' handlebar combines with an adjustable harness to confer the very best in user-comfort. This model comes as standard with a twin-line strimmer-head - metal brush-blade optional.

Enjoy quality German engineering at an affordable price with the high-powered and easy-handling Einhell GH-BC 43AS Brushcutter. It’s fitted with a high-performance 42.7cc two-stroke engine that incorporates a double ball-bearing crankshaft for low-noise, low-vibration operation; and it comes equipped with a pro-style ‘bike’-type handlebar that can be adjusted to suit any operator and any application. Suitable for both light-duty trimming and aggressive brushcutting, this model comes with a metal blade and a line-head as standard.

Employing an impressive 40v of cutting-edge lithium-ion battery power, this groundbreaking cordless chainsaw from garden-machinery innovators Redback offers petrol-equivalent performance without the weight, noise, fumes and ignition-headaches. It employs premium Oregon-brand cutting-gear, so durability and and superior cutting-capability are assured; and it boasts a dual-action chain-brake (manual/inertia) that brings complete peace-of-mind when it comes to safety. Weighing just 4.8kg and featuring a wrap-around handle, the Redback E216C excels in terms of comfort and manoeuvrability. Comes with a lengthy 40cm guide-bar - batteries and chargers available separately.

The cutting-edge Redback E137CQ-4Ah Cordless Lawnmower employs the latest Samsung-based lithium-ion battery technology and has a compact 37cm cutting-width; a combination that makes it a great choice for if you’re maintaining a smaller lawn and don’t want to deal with the inevitable hassle that comes with petrol-power. A high-specification machine, it boasts numerous top-end features, such as simple single-lever height-of-cut selection; an easy-read handlebar-mounted battery-capacity gauge; and an efficient and long-lasting brushless motor. This 40v model weighs only 15.5kg and comes with Redback’s Quick Charger and a 4ah battery.

Built around with a corrosion-resistant galvanised-steel deck and featuring a seriously powerful 201cc Honda engine, the premium-quality Mountfield SP555V has been designed to give years of top-level performance under the most arduous working conditions! It blends three-in-one mowing with with variable-speed self-propulsion so as to ensure it excels in terms of versatility; and it employs a Mountfield Twinclip blade that works with an aerodynamically-sculpted deck-underside to provide excellent mulching- and collection-capability. Developed for large-area use, this model has an extra-wide 53cm cut and comes with a roomy 70-litre grassbag.

The high-quality but nevertheless affordable Einhell GC-PM 46SM offers impressive German engineering-solutions at a price that won't break the bank. It harnesses OHV power for reduced emissions, noise and fuel-costs with no compromise in performance; and it blends ball-bearing wheels with a rugged steel deck for superior durability. This model has a generous 46cm cut and self-propulsion; a combination that facilitates the fast, low-effort coverage of the averagely-sized domestic lawn. Einhell's provision of nine preset cutting-heights means you'll be able to manage the prevailing conditions; while a fold-down handlebar and fabric grass-catcher work to maximise available storage-space. Weighs only 31kg.

Aimed at domestic gardeners seeking high-end build-quality and performance, the Italian-designed Oleo-Mac MH175RK Front-Tine Tiller is a fast, low-effort way to maintain veg-plots and flowerbeds. It combines fully adjustable handlebars with a reverse gear, so even inexpert operators will find it easy to manoeuvre; and it boasts an extra-wide 80cm working-width that can be reduced to 60cm depending on the nature of the application. This powerful cultivator has been equipped with a high-capacity 183cc Emak OHV engine and features rugged steel blades. Weighs 60kg.