Differences Between Riding Mowers,Lawn Tractors,Yard Tractors, and Garden Tractors.
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- Erik explains the difference between the many styles of Riding mowers, lawn tractors, and garden tractors, and goes into great detail on what each type of mower can do for you. From mowing grass to plowing snow, tilling gardens, and re-grading driveways. Each class of tractor can handle a variety of tasks. Just make sure you get enough tractor for your property.
With the help of this video you will know exactly what you need!
This is one of those videos where I think, "this could have been bad had I not watched this". Absolute game changer. I just bought my home and I know very little about this type of thing. I appreciate you!
I made it years ago when I bought my home with a HUGE lot. I needed a be riding mower and couldn't find the info I needed. It took months of searching to come up with the info needed to make a decent purchase. After that I decided to make this video to help others.
I am really sorry the "know it alls" are beating you up. They must not have anything better to do but criticize other people. You posted a terrific video for someone like me buying my first mower of this type. I've only had a self propelled walking mower until now. I don't have a dad or big brother or husband to ask these questions of. You probably saved me alot of money that I didn't need to spend on a sub compact tractor. You were articulate and knowledgeable. I look forward to your next one. Btw....you don't have to accept comments on your videos. Now I see why other people don't.
Well, I agreed with someone else he would be better off with a Ford 8N or 9N for what he uses the Husqvarna ---clearing driveway, garden etc. I don't consider that being a know-it-all. Yes, it is a good video and I don't watch anyone that disables their comments. I find that, yes, there are some asses but there are a lot of knowledgeable people with good suggestions. Growing up we had a TE20 Ferguson w/attachments that we used for exactly this and it had a surprising amount of power for a small tractor. There are a lot of these old tractors still around.
I enjoy the comments section almost as much as some of the films, as someone else pointed out you do get the moron's and just horrible people but you also get well meaning and useful comments as well, your post was a while ago so how did you get on with your mower? what did you chose? and what led you to that decision, Personally I found once you got one others followed, and non of them for much money, one was even in a skip when I saw it, just had it running the other day due to covid time, its an ill wind that blows nobody any good, as they say, stay safe.
I felt like I was sittin on the porch talkin to a neighbor. Thanks buddy. I just got a small lawn tractor. Not pulling nothing. So just cutting the grass here.
Thank you... my husband talks of all these things! I never know what he is talking about! Now I know!
Happy to help!
Excellent video for the average home owner that didn't know this stuff. Thanks and have a thumbs up.
Glad it was helpful!
Love the dozer blade. Got one on my 1983 Craftsman GT 18. Have a 2006 Simplicity Conquest hydro 50 inch cut. I use on a big dump trailer n back up mower. Got a 2006 Toro LX460. Wich I use for mowing n a yard trailer. Grew up farming. I sold my farm tractors. Just need the smaller ones for the homestead. They work just fine. Looks like a nice area your in. I'm 45 min. East of Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. The dozer blade is a God send. Use it all year.
I usually only use my dozer blade for snow, I would see using it to spread light gravel or soil.
Eric. Thank-you so very much for this video. We recently moved to a rural area and have close to 3 acres that we're looking forward to clearing and shaping. I didn't know the difference between a riding mower or a garden tractor and this video has helped me greatly. Thanks!
I glad to have helped. Good luck with your new property!
WOW! your video was heaven sent, we just signed the papers on a house with 2.5 acres, gravel road to it and plenty of work to do. We are shopping for our 1st tractor and knew nothing about the differences, the options, the up sides or the down sides. Thank you for taking he time to share your knowledge and equipment with us. I will look for your other video regarding the garden tractor.Thank you again-
I was in the same position 5 years ago and after all the trouble I went though, I decided to share all that I've learned. I'm glad you got some use out of them!
Thank you for posting this as it is very helpful!
Just bought a 2.3 acre property with a long driveway and plans for a large garden. I was really hoping not to have to buy a SCUT, and your video was exactly what I needed to make the decision to get a garden tractor. Thanks for taking the time to pull this together. Really helpful video.
Love the video, thank you for explaining the differences. I think a heavy duty garden tractor may be a great asset on a small horse property, so thank you for the information, I really appreciate it, now I'll better know what I am looking at when I am reading Craigslist ads, or even advertisements from retailers.
Awesome video! I finally know what to look for when buying Garden Tractor! Thank you!!
Awesome video. Thank you for breaking it down and showing all the attachments you use on it.
Nice video clearing up the differences with these machines.
Thank you for ALL of the information, Eric. I have always wondered what was the difference in each -- and now I know!
Glad I could help!
The most informative video I've seen so far.. thanks!
Great video, thanks for sorting it out. Now I know what to look for to expand the garden. Thanks!
Fabulous! Thanks for the video. Researching to buy my first rider for 1 acre with slight hills. This is very helpful.
Thanks Eric. Now I know, and can put it to good use. That means the video was a success! I've never known the difference between the tractors or the amount of attachments they could or couldn't handle. I'll be waiting for an attachment use video showing how much each attachment can handle for its size. Keep up the great videos and remember that for every dozen viewers, there is usually one rotten egg in the bunch. Good day. Jpol.
This was an awesome review video. I call this a gem. It answered pretty much every question I have because I am looking to buy something like this and need the gardening and snow capabilities, and I have relatively steep slope on my property. Just want to say thanks for this.
No problem. I tried to cover every aspect of mowers and tractors so that people can make the right buying choice.
When I put the snow blade on my rider I also put two cement blocks on the seat. The extra weight on the rear tires did wonders.
awesome video. A required viewing for any hobby farmer. Eric rocks.
Thank you for this really informative and well presented video. I feel a lot more educated now than before watching it. I recently purchased a 16 HP lawn tractor with a 42 inch mower deck. It is about 3 years old, has been very well maintained, and the price was fair when compared to the same or similar machines. Although branded Mastercraft it is identical to Craftsman and several other brands; I think all are made by MTD. I am welding up a towed wagon, and am also considering adding mounts for a self-powered 31 inch snowblower. I was given the machine as scrap; the 2-stage blower and engine work fine, but the wheel drive is not economically repairable. However, it struck me that the forward section, separated from the defunct drive, with a motor mount welded on, would allow the snowblower section to be attached with 2 pivoting arms to the frame. Swivel casters underneath the snowblower/engine would support its weight, and the tractor would steer. This avoids a long frame extension and a heavy added weight at the front, as well as trying to drive the blower with the tractor engine, .The chute could be aimed with cranks, or by 12 VDC motors with switches at driver's seat. Having most of the parts on hand, it should not be hard to build. The blower engine rotation would be backwards if the motor were mounted with its driveshaft near the blower drive pulley; but a jackshaft could reverse that. The clutch could be either a belt tensioner or centrifugal. I have seen similar "self-powered" blowers mounted to ATV's. With swivel casters supporting the blower and its engine, two mounting arms pivoting where they attach to the frame would avoid adding a large weight to the tractor's front end. This is just a sketch right now - a lightweight plow would be much simpler. In any event, I've digressed. I want to say thank you for a very helpful and information-filled video. I have a much better idea of what the tractor will, and more importantly will not do. Thanks for putting this information together - it's a great help for newbies like me.
Great Vid.. lots of real usable knowledge.. thanks..
I really liked his video. He provided a TON of detailed information.
Thanks! I had a really hard time figuring out what tractor to buy and what model did what. I figured making this video may help some other poor soul out when it comes time to buy one.
I have a 1999 Murray lawn tractor with over 450 hours on it still running strong. The deck just gave up last summer. Fun video.
Thank you for making this video;I bought a home with 3 acres a couple of years ago and have been completely overwhelmed by the amount of work it takes to accomplish anything. . this year it dawned on me that I may need something more than a lawn mower, shovel, and my truck aid me in my efforts. . Now I'm in the process of learning what that is and how much it's going to cost me... this video will be a big help!
Aaron Stutsman I have 8 acres and started with a Craftsman 18 Hp. Mower. I got a deal on a Kubota BX2230 and haven’t used the Craftsman in 4 years. A 3 point hitch will really make life easier.
Super helpful video, Eric. Thanks a lot for taking the time to explain all this. I truly appreciate it!!
Glad it was helpful!
thankyou erik for info keep up the good work always learn from people that has done it i am 66 always want to learn more
Glad I could help!
Cool video. Thanks for sharing. One of my neighbors recently gave me his 2011 Craftsman YT4000 tractor with its mower deck. It needed a new drive belt to run, which I put on. Still needs a couple of other things (coil and idler pulley), but this thing, with its twin-cylinder, 24hp B&S, just romps. Being as I'm stuck in the city limits, with only the typical quarter-acre lot, it's way more than I need, but a lot of fun!
Very informative video. Thank you for explaining everything so well!
Glad it was helpful!
Hello, I think you have done many folks a much-needed service, by explaining the distinguishing characteristics of the styles of tractors. I agree with one of the commenters, who stated that something akin to an 8N or IH Cub etc, might be more practical for some applications; however, those old tractors are getting expensive and hard to find, in decent shape. there's also the issue of storage space. It's just plain cool to be able to accomplish what an older, larger tractor can do, with a small, new-style "Garden Tractor". Less chance of tipping over, and the subsequent, potentially deadly injuries too. I like your delivery too. You spoke clearly and kept it clean, hence I can show your video to my 7-year-old son, without any problems (he loves all sizes of tractors, and we are currently working on a 1972 Montgomery Ward, "Squire"", (Gilson) with a 10HP Kohler, and 1974 John Deere 112 (Kohler again). The JD has the factory electric deck lift, that just stripped out last Fall. I haven't had time to take anything apart yet on it. but will soon. The JD is an "in use" tractor, and the Squire is a long-term restoration (Father Son project. My question to you , as many others have asked the same thing is: Where did you find/buy that linear actuator/piston. cylinder (whatever anyone wants to call it)? I am getting a sleeve hitch for my JD, and would very much like to copy what you did on your Husjy, by using that same lift actuator, the down pressure is an excellent benefit! Again; Great Video!
Thanks for the kind words! I do try and make all my how to videos as well as pretty much all of my videos kid friendly. No cussing or that sort of stuff.
As for the sleeve hitch upgrade it can be found here:
johnnyproducts.com/J_Bucket_HTMs/UNI_Sleeve_Hitch.htm
Be advised that the price had DOUBLED since I bought mine 4 years ago. Many folks are building their own using the stock manual sleeve hitch and a actuator from a place like this:
www.surpluscenter.com
They have great deals on hydro transmissions tires and those actuators.
I've used them before and they shipped fast.
I hope this helps.
Good video, you've cleared up some questions and concerns.
I just got a troy bilt bronco 19 hp mainly for mowing grass and snow removal in the winter I live in up state pa buddy had on and he loves it n it runs great
Thanks for posting this informative & entertaining video. Erik you haave a good channel, now all the talking you did you need a cold bottle of beer !
Thank You. Appreciate the info.
I'm in the market and this is by far the most informative vid out there. Thank you so much. Just subscribed. God bless and take care, from Texas
I'm glad I could help!
Great Presentation! Very Informative! Thank You!
Thanks a lot for the help,
Fred
Really useful information , Eric I was aware there were attachments for grass cutting mowers, just not the size or type of machine required to pull,or push them. Thanks for your time. I am in the market for one for graded my drive and for General hauling around my two acre plot. Thanks again. Good luck from Scotland.
There is a reason that in 2020 this video has 1/2 million views. Super educational. Information holds up. Peace.
Thanks for the kind words!
What a great video,
I have been watching lawn mower/tractor videos to educate myself before purchase and the information provided could not have been presented any better. Just an excellent video!
Thank you very much!
0:38 that snapper riding mower is CUTE!!
I’m at a very specific age apparently. An age where I wish I had any reason to buy a tractor. Yard or lawn.
Ahh, welcome to being an adult
That helped a lot. I didn't realize you could do all that with a garden tractor. I have a quarter mile driveway also that constantly needs work. And need some way to spread gravel and such. I was looking at small tractors that were as you said $12,000 and up. So it's nice to know there's a cheaper option.
Thanks for the GREAT info! Especially about the Differential/transaxle. I can't believe how many manufacturers do not specify what you are getting in the most important part about a Garden tractor. They talk about cup holders and led lights! Husky dealer could not tell me what size the new TS Garden Tractor diffs were. Had to contact manufacturer. The new TS are K66 but I have a problem with not being able to change the fluid and the filter too. Tks again!
Thank you for taking time to make this informative video
Glad I could help!
Good video thank you! Helped me decide on the 2022 husky ts-354xd. Needed something a little bit beefier than a lawn/yard tractor to pull some stuff around the yard on occasion like some fallen trees (cut up of course) etc… so far I love it. Feels a lot better/stronger than the older craftsman lawn tractor I had before. Thanks again
Glad I could help, they are more expensive but worth it!
Best video I have watched in a long time, very informative and clearly presented. Big Thanks for Posting!!!
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Very good, informative video. Thank you!
Thanks! I now know that the mower my grandpa got years ago and somehow ended up being mine is actually a yard tractor. You said the main difference between a LT and a YT is that the YT's are a bit bigger and beefier. Judging off the size its definitely a yard tractor. The tires are a bit bigger, it has a 24hp engine and I managed to pull a small 5x8 utility trailer with it when I put a ball on it. Haha!
Great video. I know I paid a lot more then I needed to but I bought my Kubota BX 23 almost 20 years ago and haven’t had a single issue with it. I love it.
Scrapper I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Thank you for information...Super helpful!
I have watched many videos on TH-cam, and I have to say, your parents must be very proud of you! You are passing along very valuable info to your viewers, you speak with honesty & INTEGRITY! I hope people will join me in thanking you for taking the time and effort in doing this awesome video!! You are a gifted teacher! Keep up the helpful work!
New joiner here - great set of videos - concise, on topic and relevant.... thank you for sharing
Just revisited this overview as after 10 yrs on an acre in the northern burbs of DFW TX, relocating to Walmart-ville in NW Arkansas, so planning on reacquiring a versatile GT
Thanks Erik, good job.
Very helpful! Thank you for posting.
I'm glad I could help!
I've got a 1973 Sears ST12 it's all original except the paint Has a 3 spd. transmission with Hi/Lo range and it does an amazing amount of work. Good video.
Bet it was an orange and yellow Roper.
Bill Stokes all of the suburbans built from 66 til discontinuation were ropers
Still have my "Roper bilt" SS-12 in original blue metallic and white.
Even had it in a parade 20 yrs ago pulling a small trailer with gold mining stuff on it.
Thank You. very informative.
Thank you for the video.
Great video! Thanks for all this information!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great job super presentation!
Thanks so much!
Thank you for taking the time to show and explain, and find additional photos. I learned a lot. God bless.
thank you so much, very informative.
EXCELLENT VIDEO! I'm in the market to purchase a new lawn tractor and was looking at the top of the line one hundred series John deere's. Now i'm thinking more like an entry level 500 series. Your video just cost me an additional 4k.....thanks! Keep the videos coming, perhaps you can talk on challenging yards, big hills, site clearing, etc...
Ha! Well, better to spend it once than get the wrong one and have to do it twice. I'll see what I can make regarding those video suggestions.
Thanks! Just the info I needed.
I did not install weights on my tires as it has alot of rotational energy that is transmited back to the transmission when moving from forward and reverse. Over time this will wear out the hydro stat trans. Instead I installed 14 gallons of washer fluid in the rear tires of my craftsman gt7400 23 inch tires. 8lbs a gallon comes to 112 lbs weight. Best thing is when you come to a stop the washer fluid "slips" so has little affect on the drivetrain. Took about 1 hr to install, remove valvestem core, rachet strap the tire colapsing it, hose clamp a hose and funnel onto valve stem laying flat on ground with stem up and release the rachet strap. Pulls in a gallon in 2 minutes.
Interesting. My K46 Tuff-Torq burned up trying to use front-wheel weights, rear-mounted grass collector while working on uphill grades. Lasted about 2 years at once-a-week, 1-hour-at-a-time mowing.
Awesome video man, well done. I think the biggest mistake people make is buying a yard tractor or "light garden tractor" with too small of a transmission, and then try to use ground engaging attachments. Your video clearly describes the issues with that approach. I'm looking at buying a garden tractor for my property of about 3 acres and this video has convinced me to spend the extra money or blow the transmission prematurely. Thanks again.
+Kristofer Brown I'm glad it helped you to make the right purchase!
Don't be to scared though. I have a YT 4500 I've been doing everything lawn oriented . Even bush hogging with deck high and rough blades on fairly rough ground for 12 + years on 3 acres in 92 + degree weather in FL. It only has the 21 hp BS single and the K46 tranny. Replaced head gasket, And may have to do the Hydro fluid soon in tranny ( starting to go slower at top speed is indicator) . Thats all in repairs in 12 yrs. Oh, a little plastic steering bushing.
Awesome video! This is just the info i needed. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! This video is older now, but many many people still find it helpful.
One time mtd made almost all mowers. 1st mower 46 blew out hydro trans. Nice big hole in it. Bought new one installed used couple more years till I got plow on truck. Also bought a 42 craftsman before repairing 46. I fixed it because of how much less time it took to mow my yard. You wouldn’t think 4 inches makes a difference or at least I didn’t. I now know it makes a big difference. That’s why I fixed it then sold it when it was about 8 years old and was in great shape. Deck wasn’t rusted at all but cleaning it makes a difference. Great video
This was incredibly informative for me thank you for the insight 👍🏼👍🏼
William I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Excellent video! Thank you so much
Glad I could help!
Greetings from Reno, Nevada.
Thanks for the in-depth review. I just bought two used YTs. One a Craftsman and one a Murray. They both run. I put new tires on the rear of the Craftsman and 8” wheels and tires on the front. I used it with a tethered land plane yesterday.
Now I’m going to Lowe’s to get a Husqvarna XD.
badger I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Thanks Eric! We’re moving to a new QTH on a relatively flat one acre lot. This was really informative! 73 de K2CJB
K2CJB I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Super informative. Thanks!
Fisher I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Loved your video Eric. Just what I needed. I did not know what I needed, until I watched this. Thank you a lot. very well done and cleared up stuff we all need to know. bless you.
Glad I could help.
super useful and insightful - thank you very much for sharing!
Mario I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Nice video, thank you.
Thanks for all the info .
Great to know about that heavy duty transmission with a locking differential . I have a Husqvarna with a transfer case, hi and low with three speeds, manual , so six speed….Heavy duty frame, V2 ,54” deck, but it is one wheel drive, maybe 1.2 ,a little help , 2002 year. Thanks for all the good information. 👍🏻
Glad I could help- The husqvarna with the locking diff for me is a game changer, with what we do here, I would not be able to do it without it
Thank you very informative...
Very nice very video I didn't even know there was a difference nice job
You start talking about mowers and tractors and all these brokeback cowboys get all offended trying to show who has the biggest tractor. Calm down guys. This video was awesome. I have an acre and just started building my house and this video helped me greatly. 55,000 views great work Farpoint this is what TH-cam is for. 👍🏻
"Calm down guys" is what women say...
i have a old School 73 12hp Cub Cadet 129 Garden Tractor and that thing is a tank all Cast IRON and Metal it plows snow, garden and pull trailer and cuts grass it does everything. good video
Those old Cub's are TANKS!
AG tires! Thank you, they are exactly what I need but didn't know what to use for a search term. BTW, you can alter the transmission of a LT like you show, by disassembling the trans, and welding part of it, to end the 'posi trac' feature so both wheels will turn no matter what. There are good videos here on YT that show how it's done.
Well done!
I have an old craftsman like your LT model except it's the LTX 1000 and has lasted me 17 years with NO other problems besides the blades being dull every now and then, and some battery issues. People REALLY do underestimate Craftsman.
I couldn't agree more. Craftsman makes a good tractor.
You mean husqvarna makes a good mower. They are all made same place just different colors and sticjers.
Some craftsman are made by MTD.
Thank you for a very informative video
Glad I could help!
Very helpful for me as I was told by the salesman that My craftsman had posi it did not .
I may just get a 4x4 atv
I live in the country and I needed some real heavy equipment to get the job done around my place. I have a Sears Craftsman LT-1000 which I still use to mow the lawn and it is currently hooked up to the lawn sweeper. I use the John Deere Z-445 Zero Turn Mower to do the majority of my mowing with. I use my John Deere 790 tractor with many implements to take care of the lawn, including the landscaping rake to pile the dead grass and leaves I sweep up with my other mower and lawn sweeper. I am planning on doing some gardening next season and have a new tiller for my utility tractor and the middle buster, and turning plow to it also. You need dependable equipment if you live in the country to take care of your place and I tried to get all I needed.
Happy New Year!
Thank you so much for the video
I've been very gentle with the box scraper on my DTY4000. I did have to modify the three point hitch to fit my $600 yard tractor. (bought it as a mower before I knew about implements) But I've actually used it more than my Diesel Massie Ferguson full size tractor. It's just about taking small bites and not over working the transmission. You can hear when the transmission is straining. I'm not saying your wrong.... Just that I am using a yard tractor as a garden tractor.... We'll see how many more years it lasts..... This year it got a snow blower!! fun winter ahead!
Damn good and informative video thanks!
Glad I could help!
Excellent narration.
Thanks!
Just The info I was looking for, Thanks
Glad I could help
I have a compact loader but I’m jealous of your seat and armrests lol
Nice video !
I bought a GT 52xlsi last year and let me tell you that i am very happy with my Husqvarna, it's a BEAST with the locking DIFF. :-)
I have about 180 hours on mine, and LOVE IT! I turn my garden, back blade my driveway, and plow snow with it, Its never let me down.
Man this has helped me a lot.
Awesome video, I have only one correction to mention. The piston you have on the Husqvarna for your sleeve hitch is not hydraulic, it's gear driven screw. I could hear the clutch kick in when you reached the end of travel on the piston, hydraulic doesn't make that noise. Needless to say, not a major sticking point because everything else you included for advice was stellar. Great job!
Yup, you are right. Thanks!
nice video man I use a 1977 sears 14/6 with ag tires and rear weights it's 40 years old and still goin