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Swisher WB11524 Predator 24-Inch 11.5 HP Gas Self-Propelled Brush Cutter (Non-CARB Compliant)

Swisher WB11524 Predator 24-Inch 11.5 HP Gas Self-Propelled Brush Cutter (Non-CARB Compliant)

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Swisher WB11524 Predator 24-Inch 11.5 HP Gas Self-Propelled Brush Cutter (Non-CARB Compliant)

 
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Tired of handheld trimmers that just cant cut the tough stuff The Swisher Roughcut Mower is ideal for cutting trails through the woods and clearing fields and ditches year-round. The Predator self-propelled walk-behind can clear the densest undergrowth and saplings up to 1 1/2in. diameter with ease. It can clear 2/3 of an acre per hour. U.S.A. Engine: Briggs & Stratton, HP: 11.5, Cutting Speeds: 4 Plus Reverse, Cutting Width (in.): 24, Rear Tire Size (in.): 8 x 4

 
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Product Details
Product Length:60.5 inches
Product Width:32.5 inches
Product Height:31.0 inches
Product Weight:320.0 pounds
Package Length:61.0 inches
Package Width:32.0 inches
Package Height:31.0 inches
Package Weight:320.0 pounds
Average Customer Rating: based on 28 reviews

Features
  • 24-inch, self-propelled gas-powered brush cutter with 4-speed transmission and reverse

  • 11-1/2-horsepower Briggs & Stratton mower; cuts undergrowth to 1-1/2 inches diameter

  • Single, fixed hardened 11-gauge steel and steel blade

  • Includes mower, blade, handle, and safety deflectors

  • Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California


Customer Reviews
Average Customer Review:4.0
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4It will 'eat' anything...  Feb 21, 2010
Yes it's heavy, yes it's hard work, but so are the units costing twice the price.
Clearing 6ft brush, hawthorn, climbing wild roses and grapevine isn't going to be easy, but doing it with a machine that costs $1500 less than a DR, means you've got some spare cash for an iced lemonade to cool you down afterwards.

Once you learn how to 'navigate' it around trees etc and you don't try and manhandle a 300lb brute, then things become decidedly easier.

Packaging was superb, delivery was quick and efficient, minor handle and cable assembly (5 mins) and putting the oil in.
Added some duck tape to the handles to stop them pulling off when you try and drag the machine backwards (using reverse is easier)
Also added a hair scrunchy to the cutting lever as I found holding the lever down to be quite fatiguing to the hands. Yes I know this is amazingly unsafe, but I haven't managed to chop off any of my body parts as yet.

One thing with safety and this goes for any walk behind as you plow thru 6 feet prickly bushes, the ones you don't cut will spring back up, so gloves (leather not jersey) and eye protection is an absolute must.

Love this machine, it does exactly what it's supposed to do and does it well.
I have 5 acres of woods and brush and now I've managed to open up pathways around and thru it, so I can enjoy the land I have.

I probably have approx 30 to 40 hours of heavy use out of it so far with no issues.

1Failed to proceed  Sep 01, 2009
I wish I had taken the time to do more research on this mower. Since Swisher is located in Warrensburg MO and I am only 50 miles away, I though buying local was the sensible thing to do. I purchased this mover new in October 2007 and since December 2007 the mower has been in and out of service. Swisher will not stand by their 12 month warranty and Customer Service's lack of product knowledge is evident each time you talk to them - so be warned.

In order of problems:

1) transaxle failed after 20 hours. This is a Tecumseh transaxle and is not stock by Swisher, so you have to make arrangement sot order it and install it yourself - cost $440.00
2) blade pulley bearing seized after 50 hours . cost of bearing and service $186
3) hanging loose wire in belt pulley area ( a really bad design flaw). The belt catches and strips the wire. This wire touches the deck and shorts out, stopping the motor when the blade. Still have not figured out how to rectify that.

So you've been warned. For the price I paid plus the repairs made in less that two years, I would have been better off with the DRFields.

5Three years of hard work made easy  Jul 31, 2009
I have used the mower now for nearly 3 years. I agree the design is poor, but it does work fairly well. I am six foot three and the handlebars are set for a guy more like five foot five, but I manage. The lever that shifts the gears is poorly designed and made from weak aluminum tube which does not wear well when used as often as I have shifted from gear to gear. The design is not user friendly as far as the hand grips and the pinch effect of the user controls on the handle bars, but once you get used to it, and wear leather gloves, this is not so terrible. Engine starts easy, even after setting for five months of winter. This mower really went through the thickets of blackberry, honeysuckle sapplings, and other well entrenched plants. Some viney plants do get wrapped up around the blade center piece, but that is to be expected. I have the tires which require air inflation and at $87 a piece, the wear has been exceptional; but I have put in self sealant as thorns will go thru the rubber with ease. CUSTOMER SERVICE is exceptional; parts are shipped quickly and the staff is personable and proficient. I have used this machine well over 100 hours and on about 30 of my 80 acres; it does the job as advertised and I still have money left over for gasoline. If you want status, go with DR Brand and dont forget to mow your field with a POLO shirt and Docker pants on....but if you want a machine to grunt right along with you out in the field, go with the Predator...you get a good work out and your land looks great when you are done. I would buy this product again; not because I am a cheap skate, but I am a frugile shopper....and besides, I wear blue jeans and wife beaters when I am out in the field working. A great piece of farm equipment....now if the wife would just use it.

5Great value for a workhorse machine  Jun 12, 2009
Excellent results with my Swisher Predator mower. Very minor problems with the grips as noted by other reviewers. I glued mine with contact cement and solved the slipping. Some bending to reach the transmission handle but even with my bad back I can do it. Highly recommended.

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4Drop your gym membership  May 16, 2009
This thing gives you a workout like all walk behind brush cutters. I have some areas on my 40 acres that are too unstable to mow with my small tractor mounted brush cutter. After a year of use, this thing has done the job. Considering the price compared to others I gave it four instead of three stars.
Good:
1. Compared to my log splitter with a B&S engine, this thing starts real easy with a tug of the rope and some choke.
2. Price, look at Outback, DR, others and then you will agree.
3. Pretty stout frame.
Bad:
1. Head pulley bearing failed in the first couple hours of use. Warranty covered by local repair shop and no hassles from Swisher. New bearings do fail which I see quite often in my line of work. A little aggravating since I had to load the unit up and bring it home (100+ miles away) for repair.
2. Shift lever works itself loose. You have to remove a rear cover to access the bolt that comes loose. I may put some loctite on mine as it is coming loose again for the second time.
3. Sharp corners on front upturned brush guard. Repair shop guy tore a gash in his leg when he walked by it while it was in the shop.
4. Shifting into reverse is a real pain. The safety disengages the blade and you have to reach over to move the lever. Sounds easy but it is not much fun when you have the front of the mower pointed down in a ditch and need to back up out of the ditch.
5. Transmission hangs down too low. Numerous times I have hung mine up on the various rocks on my property lurking in the weeds.




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