Good value for the power
For what I paid this is a lot of mower. 23 HP handles my slope without bogging down and the finish is even. Delivery was quicker than I expected and it arrived ready to run.

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46 in. steel deck, 23 HP KOHLER twin-cylinder engine and foot-pedal hydrostatic drive.
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Built for the homeowner who needs to accomplish more. Powered by a 23 HP KOHLER twin-cylinder 7000 Series engine with a 46-in steel deck, the hydrostatic transmission with foot-pedal control, soft-touch steering wheel, and cut-and-sew high-back seat deliver a precise ride that glides through turns with a 5-in Turn Tight radius. A front-end brush guard adds protection where it matters.
Features

Feature 01
The twin-cylinder KOHLER 7000 Series engine is the most powerful option in this deck class. It holds blade speed in dense, damp grass instead of bogging down mid-pass.

Feature 02
A 46-in stamped steel deck with twin "S" blades covers more ground per pass, which is the fastest way to shorten a mowing session on an acre-plus property.

Feature 03
Speed and direction live under your right foot. Both hands stay on the wheel, which makes trimming around beds and playsets far more precise than a geared machine.

Feature 04
A cut-and-sew high-back seat supports your lower back through long sessions, and the soft-touch steering wheel keeps the ride comfortable over uneven ground.

Feature 05
An AGM battery holds charge better through winter storage and delivers stronger cranking on the first cut of spring, when a weak battery usually shows up.

Feature 06
This is the model for an open lawn with a scattering of trees and beds — enough deck and horsepower to finish quickly, with the manoeuvrability to trim as you go.
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FAQ
The front wheels pivot far enough that you can loop back around a tree or post in a single pass instead of a three-point turn, which is where most of the mowing time is lost.
For yards with obstacles, yes. Speed and direction are controlled by a foot pedal, so you can slow into a corner and accelerate out of it without shifting.
The 46-in deck is rated for properties up to roughly 1.5 acres.
Owner feedback for the CRAFTSMAN CMXGRAM211302.
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Based on 40 owner responses.
For what I paid this is a lot of mower. 23 HP handles my slope without bogging down and the finish is even. Delivery was quicker than I expected and it arrived ready to run.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oil change and blade removal are both straightforward jobs I can do in the driveway. That was a big factor for me because I do all my own maintenance.
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.
Parts are easy to find and there is plenty of information out there if I ever need to fix something myself. That peace of mind was worth as much as the specs.
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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