Glossary R

Glossary R

Rear discharge capability

The ability of a mower to discharge grass clippings out of the rear of the machine, reducing the need for cleanup.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Rear discharge chute blocker

    A device that can be attached to the rear discharge chute to prevent grass clippings from being discharged, reducing the need for cleanup.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Bagging Vs. Mulching (Unpacked)
  • Rear-discharge chute capability

    The ability of a mower to discharge grass clippings out of the rear of the machine, reducing the need for cleanup.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Rear discharge efficiency

    The ability of a mower to efficiently discharge grass clippings out of the rear of the machine, reducing the need for cleanup.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Rear engine

    An engine located at the back of the mower, providing better balance and stability.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Rear engine zero-turn mower

    A type of zero-turn mower where the engine is located at the rear of the machine, providing better weight distribution and stability.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Rear-wheel drive

    A propulsion system where the power is delivered to the rear wheels, providing better traction and control on uneven terrain.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Rear-wheel steering

    A steering system where the rear wheels turn independently from the front wheels, allowing for greater maneuverability and tighter turns.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Reduced trimming needs

    The ability of the mower to cut grass close to edges, reducing the need for trimming.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Reliability

    The ability of the mower to perform consistently and without breakdowns.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Renewable energy sources

    Energy sources that are replenished naturally, such as solar, wind, and hydro power.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)
  • Repair expenses

    The cost of repairs needed to keep the mower in good working condition.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Repairs

    Maintenance or repairs needed to keep the mower in good working condition.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Replacement Parts

    Parts needed to repair or replace components on the mower.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Replacement parts cost

    The cost of parts needed to repair or replace components on the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Residential

    Designed for use in a residential setting.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Reverse mowing capability

    The ability of the mower to mow in reverse.

  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)
  • Reverse speed

    The speed at which the mower can move in reverse.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Ride quality on uneven terrain

    The smoothness of the ride on bumpy or uneven terrain.

  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Riding mower

    A mower that is designed to be ridden rather than pushed.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • RPM (Revolutions Per Minute)

    The number of revolutions the mower’s engine makes in one minute.

  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)