Ride-On & Tractor Mowers

Ride-On & Tractor Mowers at Ron Smith: Power, Comfort, and Control for Large Gardens

When you’re managing a large lawn, our extensive range of ride-on mowers and tractor mowers offers the perfect solution for looking after it properly. With petrol, diesel, and battery-powered electric riding mowers available from trusted names like Husqvarna, Kubota, Honda, and Mountfield, you’ll find everything from compact ride-on mowers to fully equipped garden tractors ready to take on a multitude of tasks.

Why Choose a Ride-On Mower?

For lawns of a quarter acre (around 1,000m²) or more, a ride-on mower is not just convenient—it’s a highly practical investment. Sit-on lawn mowers are designed to save time, reduce physical effort, and deliver a consistent cut across large spaces. Whether you’re after a nimble small riding mower for a suburban garden or a high-performance lawn mower tractor for extensive grounds, we have ride-on mowers for sale to suit every situation.

Classic Lawn Tractors: Powerful All-Rounders

Riding lawn tractors feature front-mounted engines and mid-mounted cutting decks. These reliable machines, including Honda ride on mowers, STIGA ride on mowers, and Cub Cadet models, are ideal for larger areas where speed and power matter. With cutting widths usually ranging from 42 to 54 inches, they make short work of big lawns.

Hydrostatic transmission is common in many models, making operation smooth and gear changes effortless. Why not opt for a model with cruise control if you’ll be tackling expansive open ground?

Cut & Collect, Side Discharge, or Mulch?

Different gardens call for different cutting systems. Our riding lawn mowers for sale include machines with all three grass management options:

• Cut & Collect systems are ideal for a manicured look in domestic gardens, gathering clippings in rear collection boxes—some with automatic tip mechanisms for easy emptying.
• Side discharge mowers, like many zero-turns and lawn tractors, are perfect for fast, rough cuts where collection isn’t needed.
• Mulching mowers finely chop clippings and return them to the lawn, providing nutrients and reducing waste—perfect if you want to skip the grass box altogether.

Whichever type of ride on tractor mower you prefer, we sell both dedicated models and convertible options.

Compact Ride-On Mowers: Small Yet Capable

For tighter spaces or narrower access, a small riding mower offers all the advantages of a standard sit on mower but with a reduced footprint. Typically featuring cutting widths of 26 to 30 inches, these compact machines deliver excellent results on medium to large gardens. Look out for options with twin-blade decks for an even cleaner finish.

If you’re an environmentally aware gardener looking at ride on mowers for sale, our range includes battery-powered electric riding lawn mowers—perfect for quiet, eco-conscious mowing with low running costs and minimal maintenance.

Garden Tractors vs Compact Tractors

While the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, garden tractors and compact tractors serve different purposes:

• Garden Tractors are beefier versions of lawn tractors. Though bulkier and less agile, they offer excellent power and support for additional attachments like sweepers or aerators. These sit on lawn mowers are ideal if mowing is just one of your seasonal tasks.
• Compact Tractors, like those from Kubota, are more agricultural in nature. These are true riding tractors, capable of supporting a huge range of PTO-driven attachments for mowing, snow clearing, spreading, and more. Add a cutting deck, and you’ve got a serious machine for large properties and professional work.

We stock both types of machine amongst our superb range of tractor mowers for sale.

Out-Front Mowers: Visibility and Manoeuvrability

If you need to mow around trees, garden features, or awkward spaces, consider an out-front mower. With the deck mounted ahead of the machine, you can see exactly what you’re cutting and trim right up to edges. They make excellent high-precision, compact ride on mowers for domestic mowing.

Ride-On Brushcutters: Take On the Rough Stuff

When the terrain gets tough, ride-on brushcutters come into their own. Built with a lower centre of gravity and heavy-duty construction, these machines handle long grass, brambles, and uneven ground with ease. Perfect for overgrown areas, they combine the ride-on mower experience with all-terrain capability.

Zero-Turn Mowers: Agility Meets Efficiency

If you want the ultimate in precision and speed, a zero-turn mower is hard to beat. With their ultra-tight turning radius of zero degrees, these machines navigate complex landscapes with ease. They’re especially popular for properties with lots of trees or flowerbeds, where a traditional sit on mower might struggle with manoeuvrability.

Most zero-turn models steer with twin levers rather than a wheel, offering intuitive, fingertip control. We have some superb zero-turn sit on mowers for sale, including options from Toro, Kubota, EGO, and Ariens—delivering incredible levels of performance and a highly professional finish.

Choosing the Best Riding Mower for You

Selecting the best riding lawn mower depends on your property size, terrain, and preferred features. Here, at Ron Smith, we’ll help you match your needs with the right tractor mower for sale—whether that’s cheap riding lawn mowers for occasional use, or a leading-edge electric riding mower for daily grounds maintenance.

Our impressive selection of ride on garden mowers, plus expert advice, means you’ll find the right machine without the guesswork. We really do stock everything from affordable sit on lawn mowers for sale to high-end Etesia and AS-Motor models, along with ever-popular Husqvarna, STIHL and Kubota riding mowers.

Need help choosing the right sit on mower? Browse our full selection of ride on mowers for sale today, and then contact our team to benefit from their expert advice.

FAQs

What size lawn do I need for a ride-on mower?

If your lawn is at least a quarter of an acre (around 1,000m²), a ride-on mower will save you significant time and effort. For lawns over half an acre, they become almost essential.

What’s the difference between a lawn tractor and a garden tractor?

Lawn tractors are primarily designed for mowing, with mid-mounted decks and good manoeuvrability. Garden tractors are larger, more powerful machines that are particularly well suited to additional tasks like towing or using attachments, making them even more versatile.

Are electric riding mowers powerful enough for large lawns?

Yes—modern battery-powered electric sit down lawn mowers, like those manufactured by STIGA, Cub Cadet, and EGO, offer impressive performance and low running costs. Nowadays, you can find plenty of models to rival the performance of petrol-powered machines.

What is a zero-turn mower, and do I need one?

As they can change direction on the spot, zero-turn mowers boast exceptional manoeuvrability, making them ideal for gardens with obstacles, narrow spaces, or complex layouts. If you value speed and precision, they’re a great choice.

Can I use a ride-on mower for more than just cutting grass?

Absolutely. Many ride-on and tractor mowers can be fitted with attachments for mulching, towing trailers, clearing snow, and more—especially garden tractors and compact tractors equipped with a PTO.