{"id":8478,"date":"2020-08-17T12:00:52","date_gmt":"2020-08-17T11:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.justlawnmowers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=8478"},"modified":"2021-03-18T15:44:09","modified_gmt":"2021-03-18T15:44:09","slug":"why-buy-a-mulching-or-side-discharge-lawn-tractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.justlawnmowers.co.uk\/blog\/why-buy-a-mulching-or-side-discharge-lawn-tractor\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Buy a Mulching or Side-Discharge Lawn Tractor?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Here at Just Lawnmowers we\u2019ve been busier than ever this year. Lawn mowers<\/a> and garden machinery<\/a> of all types have been flying off the shelves and we\u2019ve put this down to everyone being in lockdown and perhaps having a bit more time for other pursuits such as gardening. If people are managing to make the most of the good weather and the enforced time at home, this can only be a good thing for the mental health of the nation. Gardening is right up there on the list of healthy pursuits and hobbies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, if the lockdown has given you time to do more gardening or you\u2019re simply in the market for a brand new garden tractor of some kind then why not allow us to guide you through the difficult process of choosing the right machine to suit your needs? We\u2019ve got decades of experience, lots of passion for the industry and not only do we sell a varied and very competitively priced array of garden machinery, we also know a thing or two about everything we sell. Here at Just Lawnmowers, as you would expect from an experienced team such as ours, we always keep our eye on the ball and therefore we\u2019ve noticed a growing trend amongst gardeners. Using a side discharge tractor to keep your garden under control has proved to be an extremely popular choice so far this year; in fact, one of our top brands, Stiga, recently reported an increase of 25% in the sale of these hard-working and versatile machines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So what\u2019s all the fuss about? Why should I use a side-discharge tractor in my garden<\/strong>? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, we probably don\u2019t need to say it, but garden tractors really put the fun back into mowing the lawn! Sitting on a ride-on tractor and mowing the grass can be seen as a leisurely pursuit, rather than a chore you\u2019d rather avoid. Side discharge tractors are, by design, hard-working, versatile and easy to operate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The grass is side-discharged (hence the name!) and therefore the grass is directed away from the user and left in neat lines. Perfect for larger areas of lawn especially if you sometimes leave the grass to grow longer, therefore they are ideal for use in back gardens, paddocks or orchards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The majority of side discharge tractors can handle damp grass with no problem and therefore will give reliable results in any weather. Packed with high specification features they allow you to effortlessly side discharge the grass clippings, rather than collecting, which will allow you to work faster and with the minimum of breaks as you won\u2019t need to visit the compost heap to dispose of the cuttings at all. If your selected machine has a mulching feature (plug or built-in) and conditions are right, you can instead choose to mulch the grass. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mulching allows you to return vital nutrients back to your lawn for super healthy growth. It\u2019s very unlikely that you\u2019ll need additional lawn care products, as the mulched grass is rich in nutrients (and not to mention totally organic!) and contains everything your grass needs to grow green and healthy. Therefore you\u2019ll save time, effort and money. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here at Just Lawnmowers we have selected three side-discharge\/mulching tractors<\/a> that offer plenty of power, lots of useful features, and are especially good value for money. It\u2019s worth noting that the three we have selected all have a tow hitch fitted and this feature isn\u2019t available on every lawn tractor on the market so it\u2019s always worth doing your research, just like we have. A tow hitch turns your lawn tractor into an incredibly versatile workhorse in a matter of seconds. You can add on a trailer for when you need to move things around your garden (forget pulling a garden cart or trolley by hand and you can definitely say goodbye to the quad bike and trailer set up), so now all you need is the garden tractor and whatever selection of add-ons that suit your requirements. You can add on a lawn sweeper or a dethatching rake to name just a couple of accessories. The market for accessories will be wide open to you, and before you know it, keeping your outdoor space looking neat and tidy will be easier than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The three machines we have selected are all from one of our favourite top brands, \u2018Stiga\u2019. This is a brand you can truly rely on and we believe that their products are very well priced. These 3 lawn tractors are extremely versatile, very sturdily built and offer a 3-year warranty as standard – this gives you the ultimate peace of mind. All of the ones we have highlighted here are very similar in their design and the features that they offer you, but each offers something truly unique. The Stiga tornado 2098, for example, is a manual version with gears, the 2098H offers a hydrostatic transmission, hence the \u201cH\u201d, and then we move up to the 2108HW which is also hydrostatic but has a twin-cylinder engine and is aimed at much larger lawns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s only right that we should mention that we now only have a very limited stock of these increasingly popular models; therefore if you are interested it would be wise to get your order into our system and a member of our dedicated team will be touch with you to arrange delivery as soon as we can, but once they\u2019re gone, they\u2019re gone! Check out our complete range here:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

https:\/\/www.justlawnmowers.co.uk\/side-discharge-mulching-garden-tractors.html<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stiga Tornado 2098 Multiclip Side-Discharge Lawn Tractor<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u00a31,449.00 RRP \u00a31,699.00 | SAVE \u00a3250 when you buy from Just Lawnmowers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arrives fully assembled and ready to use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fantastic value for money and simple to operate. Cited as the perfect solution for those who don\u2019t wish to pick up the grass clippings, the Stiga Tornado 2098 multi-clip is powered by the single-cylinder STIGA engine with a net power of 6.5 kW @ 2800 rpm and has a mechanical drive. Using the handy lever you can select from 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear, much like in an automatic car. Led lights allow you to work in fading light in complete safety. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ideal for lawns of up to around 2 acres it works quickly and steadily and offers a neat uniformed cut. It offers a 98cm cutting width and seven cutting height settings ranging from 25 to 80 mm and an electromagnetic blade engagement clutch. For your comfort, there is a soft-grip steering wheel and a comfortable seat. Battery charger, front bumper and mulching kit included. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more here<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Stiga Tornado 2098 H Multiclip Side-Discharge Lawn Tractor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u00a31,799.00 RRP \u00a31,999.00 | SAVE \u00a3200 when you buy from Just Lawnmowers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arrives fully assembled and ready to use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quick and agile and extremely well built, the Stiga Tornado 2098 H offers you the chance to either side discharge your grass clippings or to mulch them. Either option is quick and efficient and will leave your lawn looking neat and tidy. The single-cylinder, 452 cc Stiga engine offers a net power output of 8.4 kW @ 2800 RPM and with 98cm\/38″ cutter deck with wheels. This Stiga 2098H is ideally suited to gardens of about 2 acres. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission is smooth and works rather like an automatic car. You can easily set the speed to suit the terrain. A button allows you to mow in reverse if you need to – this is especially useful for getting out of tight spots and manoeuvring around or into corners. Handy features such as a storage compartment and cup holder for your convenience and LED lights for your safety when working in fading light are all useful and well thought out designs from Stiga. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more here<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Stiga Tornado 2108 HW Multiclip Side-Discharge Lawn Tractor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u00a32,199.00 RRP \u00a32,499.00 | SAVE \u00a3300 when you buy from Just Lawnmowers<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Arrives fully assembled and ready to use<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A powerful workhorse from Stiga, the Tornado 2108 HW features a twin-cylinder Stiga ST 550 V twin petrol engine. Designed to tackle grass in any condition it has been built to last you for years to come. A generous and reinforced 108cm cutter deck with wheels is ready to tackle anything and the led lights and robust front bumper keep you safe and ensure that a few knocks won\u2019t be a problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Aimed at larger lawns of around 2 or 3 acres the Stiga Tornado 2108 HW offers the perfect solution for those who do not wish to collect grass clippings. You\u2019ll love the smooth pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission which allows you to set the speed you require to tackle any terrain. Battery charger, tow bar, front bumper and mulching kit included. Even if your grass is very long you are assured of a nice neat finish thanks to the two untimed blades, which are driven using top quality pulleys and a unique Kevlar-reinforced belt. The blades are optimised for side discharge to ensure you of a perfect cut even in challenging conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find out more here<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If you need more information simply click on the links to take you straight to our website. You can also use our chat feature to get more information if you need to, we\u2019re happy to answer any questions and guide you through the buying process. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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