There are two primary varieties of walk-behind cylinder mowers: self-propelled and push. The push mower has seen numerous advancements in recent years. For instance, you can now mow at the speed you want, thanks to ground speed controls offered by some manufacturers.
Hand push: The most well-known type is a push mower, which uses a motorized blade cutter with wheels that the operator must push over the grass. The vertical wheels on the reel (cylinder) lawnmower work in tandem with the “wheel drive gears,” which spin the reel quickly and cut the grass. Depending on the model, the cutting mechanism may be touch or non-contact. The reel mower is available in a variety of models and can be operated manually or by motor (gasoline or electric). Though they occasionally struggle to cut long straws or weeds, the reel mower usually produces a very clean and even cut.
Note: Depending on the situation, some heavy-duty roller machines can be pushed by five people or an animal. They are lighter, weighing 12 to 20 kg, and come in a variety of cutting widths, from 12 to 16 inches, with five or six blades and 8 to 10-inch wheels. Power is transferred from the rear roller to the cutting cylinder by cast iron gear wheels.
Self-propelled: A hand push mower needs the operator’s energy to transport it from one location to another. An engine or motor powers the back rollers of a self-propelled mower, so the user just needs to steer and guide the machine—no force is needed to move it about the yard. Although the outcomes of both types of mowers are comparable, a self-propelled mower might be the best option if the yard is huge or has hills; on the other hand, a push mower might be adequate if the yard is flat and smaller.
Clutch levers are used to control self-propelled lawn mowers. Usually, the operator pushes the lever to accelerate the mower and lets go to slow it down or stop it. The size of the engine determines the self-propelled mower’s real speed. However, a push lawnmower can only move as quickly as its user, hence, the operator’s speed is the only factor affecting how long it takes to cut the grass. Because self-propelled mowers require additional mechanics, they are usually more costly.
