New for 2008 - introducing John Deere Rear Roller Walk Behind Mowers - "Nothing runs Like A Deere. Or Rolls Like One.!
Integrated at the rear of the mower deck, the robust roller leaves a perfectly striped finish on your lawn. Designed to follow the contours of the ground, the roller complements the TurboStar fan assisted collection to produce a perfect cut. The rear roller also allows easy operation along garden borders, eliminating the risk of scalping the edges.
Features of John Deere Rear Roller Mowers:
Powerful engines designed for reliable and sustained operation as well as being very easy to start.
Variable speed allows the operator to select a mowing speed suited to individual requirements.
Cutting height can be easily adjusted to suit varying conditions.
Integrated lift handles allow easy handling of machine when lifting and lowering.
Strong wheels feature ball bearings for smooth operation and are fully enclosed to prevent the build-up of grass clippings around them.
Comfortable operation is ensured with the convenient handlebar design and simple control layout.
Large, durable and lightweight collection bag incorporates a fill indicator to alert the operator when the bag is full.
Folding handlesbars enable easy storage of machine when not in use.
Die cast aluminium decks resist rust and dents and have a 15 year warranty for residential applications.
TurboStar System: A robust fan built into the mower deck provides powerful suction for superior grass collection - particularly in wet conditions.
John Deere R42RVE Model Specifications:
Briggs & Stratton 5.5hp (4.0kW) 4-stroke engine
Electric key start
Drive: self-propelled
Variable speed: 3.3 - 5.1 km/h (2 - 3.2 mph)
Cutting width: 43cm (17 inches)
Fuel capacity: 1.5 litres
Aluminium cutting deck
Rear discharge
Rear bag capacitty: 65 litres
Cutting height adjustment: central, 9 positions
Cutting heights: 12 - 66mm (0.5 - 2.6 inches)
Adjustable and folding handlebar
Wheel bearings, Front/Rear: Ball bearings/Steel roller
Net weight: 41 kg
Recommended mowing area: up to 1000 sq.metres
A bottle of 4-stroke engine oil is included with this mowerManufacturer's 2 year warranty
