Summary of Reddit Comments on "toro my ride 77501":
Badboy MZ Magnum 54" and Gravely ZT X 42" are recommended options for under $4k before taxes. A user, who is a Badboy owner, is partial to Badboy mowers and recommends them based on personal experience. They mention that Kawasaki engines are a good choice but come at a premium for less horse power.
A user expresses satisfaction with their Kohler engines on their Badboy Mavericks, stating they have had zero issues even after significant hours of use.
Another user recommends Cub Cadet ZT mowers, specifically the ZTX4 54", for easily mowing 3 acres in under an hour. They suggest opting for the 50" over the 46" if choosing Cub Cadet, unless there are numerous obstacles in the yard.
A user humorously mentions that if they were forced to buy another mower, it would probably be the Toro Time Cutter under duress.
Pros and Cons:
Badboy MZ Magnum 54" and Gravely ZT X 42":
- Pros: Recommended for being great value for the money. One user is a loyal Badboy owner with no issues on their mowers.
- Cons: Potential bias from the Badboy owner. Premium pricing for Kawasaki engines.
Kohler engines on Badboy Mavericks:
- Pros: Zero issues reported even after extensive hours of use.
- Cons: None mentioned.
Cub Cadet ZT mowers (specifically ZTX4 54"):
- Pros: Suitable for mowing 3 acres easily in under an hour. Good option for 1 acre yards.
- Cons: Minor differences in specs between models. Slight price difference for size upgrades.
Toro Time Cutter:
- Pros: Mentioned humorously as a choice under duress.
- Cons: No specific details provided on performance or features compared to the other mentioned mowers.
Overall, all the mowers mentioned (Badboy MZ Magnum, Gravely ZT X, Cub Cadet ZT, Toro Time Cutter) seem to have satisfied users, with slight differences in specifications and pricing to consider when making a choice for mowing needs.