Good value for the power
For what I paid this is a lot of mower. 10.5 HP handles my slope without bogging down and the finish is even. Delivery was quicker than I expected and it arrived ready to run.

CRAFTSMAN
30 in. rear-engine riding mower with a 344 cc Briggs & Stratton engine and 6-speed gear drive.
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The CRAFTSMAN rear-engine riding mower is designed for the busy homeowner and offers comfort, durability, and performance. It is powered by a 10.5 HP (344 cc) Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder engine and features a 30-in steel deck that fits easily through gates and tight spaces. The 6-speed transmission, mid-back seat, and soft-touch steering wheel let you power through the lawn on an 18-in turn radius with ease. The included mulching kit returns nutrients to your soil for a healthier lawn.
Features

Feature 01
A 10.5 HP (344 cc) single-cylinder Briggs & Stratton engine sits behind the operator, keeping heat and noise away from you while still delivering the torque needed for thick spring growth.

Feature 02
The 30-in stamped steel deck is the narrowest riding deck in the CRAFTSMAN line-up. It clears a half acre without leaving stripes and still slips through gates that stop a 42-in tractor.

Feature 03
Six forward speeds let you match ground speed to the grass instead of fighting the machine. Shift down for wet growth, shift up on the open stretches.

Feature 04
A mid-back seat and soft-touch steering wheel make a full mowing session far less tiring, and the compact frame is easy to see around when you are working close to beds and trees.

Feature 05
Routine service points are within easy reach, and the included mulching kit means fewer accessories to add later. Two-year limited coverage backs the machine while you settle in.

Feature 06
If your yard is fenced, has narrow side passages or plenty of landscaping to work around, this is the model that will not force you to trim by hand afterwards.
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FAQ
The 30-in deck keeps the overall width narrow, which is the main reason owners choose this model — it fits through most standard 36-in garden gates and between tight fence lines.
It is rated for properties up to about a half acre. For anything larger, a 42-in or 46-in tractor will cut your mowing time significantly.
A mulching kit is included, which returns clippings to the lawn. A bagger is sold separately as an accessory.
Owner feedback for the CRAFTSMAN CMXGNAM2110701.
27 owner reviews
100% recommend this mower
Based on 27 owner responses.
For what I paid this is a lot of mower. 10.5 HP handles my slope without bogging down and the finish is even. Delivery was quicker than I expected and it arrived ready to run.
Plenty of power and a clean cut. It took me one afternoon to get comfortable with the controls, and after that I was mowing faster than with my old tractor. Only note is that I would like a slightly larger fuel tank.
The frame and deck feel heavier than other mowers I looked at in this range. It tracks straight across uneven ground instead of bouncing around.
That was the real test. The controls are simple enough that anyone in the house can take a turn, and the seat adjusts far enough to suit both of us.
My property is right at the top of what this model is rated for and it manages it without complaint. I do a full cut in one session now instead of splitting it across two evenings.
I put off replacing my old mower for two years. Should have done it sooner — this finishes the job faster and the lawn looks better for it.
The frame and deck feel heavier than other mowers I looked at in this range. It tracks straight across uneven ground instead of bouncing around.
I am on this mower for over an hour at a time and my back is fine afterwards, which was not the case with my previous machine. The steering is light and the controls are where you expect them.
We get a lot of morning dew here and it still cuts cleanly instead of packing up under the deck. I rinse the deck out afterwards and that has been enough.
I put off replacing my old mower for two years. Should have done it sooner — this finishes the job faster and the lawn looks better for it.
The lawn looks like it has been done professionally. Blades leave a sharp edge on the grass instead of tearing it, and I have had no clumping problems as long as I do not wait too long between cuts.
No complaints about the cut or the power. I would happily pay a little more for a cup holder and a small tray for my phone and keys.
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