Description
The Mountfield 1538M-SD Petrol Garden Tractor is built for homeowners and landowners who need a reliable, high-performing ride-on mower for maintaining larger gardens, paddocks and open grassed areas. Designed for lawns up to 5,000m² or approximately 1.2 acres, this dedicated side-discharge mower allows you to cover more ground in less time by eliminating the need to stop and empty a grass collector.
Power comes from a dependable STIGA ST 400 single-cylinder 414cc OHV petrol engine with electric key start. Delivering smooth, consistent performance and excellent reliability, the engine provides ample power for tackling thick, fast-growing grass while remaining fuel efficient and easy to start throughout the mowing season.
The 98cm twin-blade cutting deck is designed to maximise productivity while maintaining excellent manoeuvrability. With seven cutting height positions ranging from 25mm to 80mm, you can easily adjust the cutting height to suit changing grass conditions and achieve the finish you want. Electric blade engagement allows the blades to be activated quickly and effortlessly from the driver’s seat.
As a dedicated side-discharge garden tractor, the 1538M-SD is ideal for cutting longer grass and larger open spaces where grass collection is unnecessary. The side discharge spreads clippings evenly across the lawn, while the included mulch plate allows you to finely chop clippings and return them to the ground, helping to improve lawn health by recycling valuable nutrients naturally back into the soil.
The durable 5-speed manual transmission with one reverse gear provides straightforward, dependable operation and allows you to select the ideal speed for different mowing conditions. Rear-wheel drive offers excellent traction, while the compact design and 70cm minimum uncut radius make navigating around trees, flower beds and garden features simple and efficient.
Designed with operator comfort in mind, the Mountfield 1538M-SD features an ergonomic steering wheel, comfortable driver’s seat and intuitive controls that make operation simple for both experienced and first-time ride-on mower owners. A pivoting front axle improves stability across uneven terrain, while anti-scalp wheels help protect your lawn when mowing over undulating ground. Headlights, a storage compartment, cup holder and washing link all add to the machine’s everyday convenience.
Routine maintenance is quick and easy thanks to the integrated deck washing connection, allowing you to clean the underside of the cutter deck using a standard garden hose. The Mountfield 1538M-SD is supplied with both a mulch plate and rear tow hitch, making it even more versatile for year-round garden maintenance and compatible towing tasks. A battery charger is available separately.
The Mountfield 1538M-SD Petrol Garden Tractor is the ideal choice for homeowners looking for a manual ride-on mower with side discharge, a 98cm twin-blade cutting deck and dependable STIGA engine performance. Whether you’re maintaining large lawns, paddocks or rougher grass areas, the Mountfield 1538M-SD delivers efficient mowing, excellent manoeuvrability and reliable performance season after season.
