Troy-Bilt's 42-Inch Riding Lawn Mower Is Under $1,600 at Walmart Right Now
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Why We Love This Deal
Walmart's October Deals event has seen everything from Milwaukee power tools to pellet grills get limited-time price cuts. There's also extra special news for those who take pride in their lawn: Walmart’s most affordable riding mower just got a markdown that makes jumping into the world of ride-ons not seem so scary.
The Troy-Bilt 547cc Pony 42-Inch Gas Riding Lawn Mower is now just $1,598 after a discount of $296. This model is a standout value among other riding mowers—it's under half the price of leading Husqvarna riding mowers and approximately a quarter of the price of Craftsman’s battery-powered rider. It's also over $500 less than what The Home Depot is charging for it, but Walmart's big sale wraps up on Oct. 12, so don't wait to get yours.
Troy-Bilt 547cc Pony 42-Inch Gas Riding Lawn Mower, $1,598 (was $1,894) at Walmart
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What Shoppers Should Know
- Cutting height(s): 5 options from 1.5 to 4 inches
- Recommend Lawn Size: Up to 1.5 acres
- Notable Extras: Cup holder, headlights
- Warranty: 3-year limited warranty
The Troy-Bilt Pony’s 42-inch cutting width and gas capacity make it ideal for lawns of up to 1.5 acres. These shorter days coming up in the fall mean the post-work mow isn’t going to be as easy to squeeze in as it was during the past few months, but the Pony’s built-in headlights will carry you through to the end. Planning on mowing early in the day? A cup holder will help you coffee up through the journey.
Most people should be able to easily mount the Pony, as it includes a side step for a two-step mounting process. Your lawn can be cut to your preferences, with grass heights cuttable from 1.5 to 4 inches. Finally, note that the mower is equipped with a 7-speed engine, so you can speed up your mows as you get more used to its drive train and handling.
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What Shoppers Are Saying
One user called the mower a “workhorse” and discussed the conditions they use it in. Despite the advertised 1.5-acre maximum, the user was able to push it harder. “I have about three hilly acres, and I was cutting down stuff that was 4-to-5 feet tall.” They also noted that they were able to get the mower up inclines in excess of 15 degrees.
Others noted how easy it was to get used to operating this Pony after taking the time to get used to the steering and controls. As one put it, “This mower has a very sharp turn radius and after a slight learning curve, it is very easy to operate.”
The Troy-Bilt 547cc Pony 42-Inch Gas Riding Lawn Mower is under $1,600 while this deal lasts, making it the most affordable of all of Walmart’s riding mowers.