New for 2008 the Troy Bilt Xp Series Lawnmowers
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Famous brands of MTD lawnmowers include Troy Bilt, Cub Cadet, Bolens and Yard Machines. New for 2008 Troy Bilt have introduced the XP Series rear wheel drive mowers with Kohler Engines. New features include SelectSpeed Transmission which allows the user to easily set the ideal speed and allows easy operation over uneven ground and a single lever height adjustment for all four wheels and deck makes adjusting the cutting height between 1.5 to 4 inches simplicity itself. The rear wheel drive gives good traction in all conditions and the maneuverability and handling are very good. Combine this with variable speed self propulsion, something rarely found in mowers of this price bracket, and you have good all-round mowers at affordable prices. The Briggs & Stratton engines used for the XP series are easy to start and include a Briggs & Stratton starting promise that no more than 2 pulls will be needed.
All the lawnmowers in this series have the capability to side discharge, mulch or bag and conversion between cutting options is very easy. Comfort while mowing is enhanced by the ergonomic grip with handles molded to the natural position of the hands and within easy reach of the speed controls.
Troy-Bilt TB83KXP self-propelled gas mower
Specs
MRSP $350.00
Engine 173 cc Premium Kohler
Speeds SelectSpeed, 4-speed variable
Mowing Width 21 in.
Bagger 2.3-bushel capacity
Troy-Bilt TB1083E XP self-propelled gas mower
Specs
MRSP $390.00
Engine 190 cc Premium Kohler
Speeds SelectSpeed, 4-speed variable
Mowing Width 21 in.
Bagger 2.3-bushel capacity
Overall the XP series is a welcome addition to the Troy Bilt range of affordable, easy to use mowers.
MTD – The Company
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MTD is an international company that manufactures a wide range of quality outdoor power equipment under the brand names Cub Cadet, Cub Cadet Commercial, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Yard Machines, Troy-Bilt, White Outdoor, Bolens, MTD Pro and MTD Gold, Arnold and GardenWay. The company started as a tool and die supplier to local manufacturers in the 1930’s and has its headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio.
MTD produced its first lawnmower in 1958 and has since grown to the international company it is today, producing equipment for the residential and commercial markets. Today MTD lawnmowers of all kinds are produced under the famous brand names quoted above. MTD Yardmachine lawnmowers, fitted with excellent Briggs and Stratton engines are basic machines, reasonably priced with few extras but good at getting the job done. MTD Cub Cadet garden tractors have a good reputation as quality machines at an affordable price. Many of the Cub Cadet machines are designed for light-to-medium-duty tasks, but the GT 2550 is tougher and suitable for harder work. The MTD Mow Master ride-on lawnmower is designed for orchard and paddocks and other large areas areas of up to 1 acre Fitted with an electric start Tecumseh engine it should quickly cover those large areas, and is very maneuverable around all kinds of objects.
From the wide range of lawnmowers from MTD and its family of brands there is sure to be one suitable in performance and price for just about anyone’s needs!