Strengths Scag frame is well built. Good access for maintenance. Deck cuts very well and can take lots of hard use.

Weaknesses Kohler engine. I think we got a lemon and Kohler service has been very poor. 80 hours total on the machine. Engine has been in for service four times (twice because it lacks power and won't hold the rom setting, plus it has two major mechanical repairs (blew an engine seal & carburetor valve gave out). The last repair the engine was 7 days past the one year warranty and Kohler simply said "too bad it's out of warranty." Kohler doesn't consider the failure to maintain engine rpms an issue covered under warranty either.

Overall My opinion of Kohler engines has changed dramatically from this experience. I always believed in their stellar reputation but after dealing with Kohler many times I'd have to say that at least this Kohler engine is cheaply made and is best suitable for light residential use and that Kohler no longer stands behind their engines.

Strengths Easy to use, Easy to change oil. Dependable, This machine is built like a tank.

Weaknesses Paint does not stick, Heavy machine, will get stuck in soft mud.

Overall I have looked at a lot of z-turns. I paid a little more for this machine. But it was worth it.

Strengths Alotta fun. Its smooth, the controls are easy to use and intuitive. It's built like a tank. Its really respronsive. It cuts beautifully.

Weaknesses MAJOR GAS GUZZLER. This thing uses about 3 gallons an hour. If it wasnt for the too-large cutting deck I would have gotten the diesel engine model. The dual gas tanks ought to be tied together and have a GAGE. When one tank runs out, you stall and have to get off the machine and switch it. Then you have to choke the engine again to get it going but BEWARE...flames shot out of mine when I choked it too long one time. The step down is awkward. There should be a foot tread someplace and its easy to slip off and twist your ankle if you arent paying attention.

Overall A keeper.

Strengths Great mower, very powerfull, easy to use, liquid cooled is great, adjustable handles work well, cuts grass like there's no tomorrow

Weaknesses grass doens't grow fast enough so i can play more

Overall great peice of equipment that i would recommend to my friends

Strengths A real strong cutting deck. Operator friendly controls, easy oil change.

Weaknesses Some grease points hard to get too. Paint on foot prop not very good. Already wearing off.

Overall

Strengths Bullet proof, has held up great. Easy to operate.

Weaknesses Needs more anti scalp rollers on deck

Overall Very good machine for small commercial mowing. Easy to trailer, load and unload.