What is a mower deck?

The deck of a lawn mower is the body of the mower surrounding the blades. They can be constructed of different types of materials - steel, plastic or cast aluminium. Using aluminium (cast aluminium) against other materials in building the mower deck has its own advantages. It is similar to steel, and is more durable and strong. Generally, cast aluminium is used in constructing more expensive mowers than the ones with steel decks.

Aluminium Vs. Other Materials -
Manufacturers use steel, aluminum polycarbonate or Xenoy resin for constructing the mower deck. Steel is less expensive but rusts easily, reducing the life of the lawn mower. Aluminum is a little heavier than other materials, but it does not rust. Decks of modern plastics are virtually indestructible.

A brief description of some models -
These are some of the models that you find in the lawn mower market that make use of aluminium / cast aluminium in the construction of decks.

The TM-22 and TM-26 -
These are high wheel mowers strong enough to handle tough gardening jobs. They are designed in such a way that they are efficient in clearing a field with tall grass and underbrush or can even simply glide over a lawn. They are tough, powerful and long-lasting.

Features -
1. Push / Self propelled with high wheel design.
2. Pneumatic / semi-pneumatic 20" rear wheels.
3. Mulching or side discharge.
4. Adjustable cutting height.
5. TM-22 model may have the Briggs and Stratton 6 HP DP I/C/ or Honda 5 HP engine and TM-26 may have This model may Briggs and Stratton 6 HP I/C/ or OHV, 8.5 HP I/C and 10.5 HP I/C/ or Honda 5.5 HP engine.

The CV-22 -
It is a high wheel lawn mower and is perfect for tight fits and tricky trims. It just chops and drops. A high front deck clearance prevents clogging of taller, thicker grass and is ideal to cut out tough overgrowth.

Features -
1. Push / Self propelled mower with high wheel design.
2. Pneumatic / semi-pneumatic 20" rear wheels.
3. Adjustable cutting height.
4. This model may have the Briggs and Stratton 6 HP DP I/C/ or Honda 5.5 HP engine.

Rear Discharge Bagging Mowers -
Some typical features of these mowers are -
1. Solid cast aluminum is used in the deck as it is corrosion resistant.
2. 3-speed Tuff-Torq gear drive transmission.
3. Easily adjustable handles to match the height of the operator.
4. Multiple height-of-cut settings with one lever.
5. Foam handle grips and console with cupholder, providing more comfort while operating.
6. Two-in-one convertible.factory-installed bagging system with mulch plug included.
7. Specially-designed "Double-Wave" mulching/bagging blade.
8. Large 2.5-bushel bag that can be easily removed for emptying.
9. Large 8-inch front and 9-inch rear wheels