Gardena lawn mowers: advantages, disadvantages and best models

The Gardena lawn mower can easily solve the problem of maintaining your backyard or summer cottage. The brand has a wide range of mains powered products, self-contained battery models and gasoline options for lawn trimming. German solidity in everything allows the garden tools of this brand to easily compete with the most eminent European and American brands. The company has its own innovative developments that make the process of mowing lawn grass much easier.

Interesting ideas and solutions, combined with an original design, are what makes Gardena appliances stand out from the rest. The introduction of new technologies makes it easier to control the operation of the lawn mower, making the operation process truly comfortable. Fans of a perfect English lawn can be calm when choosing this tool for their home - it will be possible to mow the grass quickly, efficiently and effortlessly.

Gardena is well known to European consumers. The production of products under this brand has been going on since 1961, the brand was one of the first to introduce the production of cordless lawn mowing tools., realized the idea of ​​using a single standard for handles and batteries. The company gives a 25-year warranty for all manufactured products. And since 2012, a robotic lawn mower has appeared in the range of products, capable of radically changing the idea of ​​caring for a garden and a backyard.

Among the features that the lawn mowers of this company have are:

• average price range;
• long warranty period;
• reliable construction;
• high level of security;
• full compliance with European standards for assembly and production;
• interchangeable parts for models of the same type;
• ease of maintenance.

Gardena lawn mowers have a number of obvious advantages.

• Supports grass mulching function. In almost all models, it is crushed into a safe natural fertilizer. Where mulching is not supported, there is a grass catcher.
• Lack of complex preparation for work. Instant start-up is a big plus, especially for robotic technology that can operate completely autonomously.
• No difficulty mowing corners and sides. Lawn care is carried out by technology, in the design of which all these points are already provided for and do not cause trouble. You can only buy a lawn mower and refuse to use trimmers.
• Ergonomics of models. All equipment has adjustable handles to adapt it to the user's height. The streamlined body does not meet obstacles in the way. All control panels are equipped with fast response buttons.
• The ability to select models for any area of ​​the site. It is possible to solve tasks for the care of the territory based on the volume and complexity of the work.

Among the disadvantages of Gardena lawn care equipment, one can note the low environmental friendliness and high noise level of gasoline models, electric equipment has a limited supply of cord length, rechargeable equipment requires regular recharging and storage in warm rooms in winter.

Among the types of lawn mowing equipment Gardena there are several groups with different levels of technical complexity and autonomy of work.

• Electric robotic lawnmower. Completely standalone garden care solution. The robot automatically returns to the charging station, successfully copes with mowing grass at 4 levels of adjustment. Autonomous work without recharging is 60-100 minutes, the models are equipped with three-level protection, they are able to work around the clock, in any weather.

• Mechanical hand models. The drum mechanism of this mower is produced by the company for connoisseurs of the traditional approach to lawn mowing. These models belong to the category of non-self-propelled, are suitable for processing plots of no more than 2.5 acres, can be used in combination with a grass catcher. The cutting mechanism here is non-contact, completely safe, works almost silently and does not harm the environment.

• Self-propelled battery mowers. They are designed to care for lawns of different areas, run on a standard Li-ion battery, and are equipped with modern eco-friendly brushless motors. The technologies used by the Gardena brand provide support for 5-10 cutting modes (depending on the model), the cutting height of the grass is set with one touch, the branded ergonomic handle makes the process of work easier. The mowers are in continuous operation for 40-60 minutes.

• Electric models with mains supply. They have a non-self-propelled design and a mowing area of ​​no more than 400 m2. The travel distance is limited by the length of the wire. The manufacturer has provided for the inclusion in the package of ergonomic rubberized handles, capacious grass collectors, there is a central adjustment for the cutting height.

• Gasoline mowers. The most powerful lawn mowers in the Gardena range are powered by Briggs & Stratton motors (USA). Non-volatile models, belong to professional or semi-professional classes, mobile, equipped with an emergency stop function. Fuel consumption depends on the model, there are self-propelled and non-self-propelled solutions.

In total, the company's assortment includes several dozen models of battery, electric, gasoline and manual equipment that meet the most stringent European standards. The Gardena brand is widely represented in the Russian market, provides full warranty service and successfully renews its product range. It is worth considering the most popular models in more detail.

Among the current varieties of robotic lawn mowers are Sileno series models - one of the quietest in its class, with a noise level of no more than 58 dB. They work with a stackable motion limiter - a control cable, capable of handling grass up to 10 cm in height. Gardena Sileno city 500 - a compact model capable of treating lawns up to 500 m2. A fully autonomous unit itself is sent for recharging, works according to a given program, and supports arbitrary movement around the territory.

All Gardena robotic lawn mowers have a control panel, LCD display, and grass mulching on the body. The equipment has weather and obstacle sensors, is capable of working on a slope, model Sileno city 500 has a cutting width of 16 cm.

Robot lawn mowers are designed for large gardens Sileno life with a workable area range of 750-1250 m2 and a design recognized as the best in the world.The equipment is capable of overcoming a slope of 30%, has a cutting width of 22 cm, all-weather performance and a full range of useful options. The battery life is up to 65 minutes, the charge is replenished in 1 hour. Each model can have a mowing plan, built-in Sensor Cut system eliminates the formation of stripes on the lawn. Gardena Sileno life 750, 1000 and 1250 are considered among the most popular robotic lawnmowers in Europe.

Most Gardena petrol lawn mowers are self-propelled. They are considered professional and semi-professional. Model Gardena 46 VD focused on caring for a site up to 8 acres, equipped with a 4-liter motor. with., rear wheel drive, there is a soft grass catcher and mulching function. The swath width is 46 cm, the start is manual.

Model Gardena 51VDA has a rigid steel frame, 4-wheel chassis, rear-wheel drive. Engine power is 5.5 liters. with., the model mows a strip of 51 cm, supports 6 modes of cutting grass, the kit includes a grass catcher, an adjustable handle. Non-self-propelled model Gardena 46V - a simple lawn mower for caring for a plot of up to 5 acres. The set includes a manual starter, a grass catcher, mulching function. The swath width reaches 46 cm.

The Gardena line includes two drum models of electric mowers: the rechargeable 380 Li and the corded 380 EC. The battery version handles mowing up to 400 m2 of lawn quickly and practically silently. The wired one has a larger mowing range - up to 500 m2, it can work in manual mode in the absence of electricity.

Rotary models of Gardena electric lawn mowers are presented in two current series.

• PowerMax Li 40/41, 40/37, 18/32. Cordless models with central cutting height adjustment, high torque, ergonomic handle. The first figure in the digital index indicates the battery capacity, the second indicates the working width. Models are equipped with a grass catcher. You can choose options for a large or small area.

• PowerMax 32E, 37E, 42E, 1800/42, 1600/37, 1400/34/1200/32. Depending on power requirements, you can choose a model with the desired characteristics and swath width. Models with the E index have a non-self-propelled design.

Among the non-self-propelled drum lawn mowers Gardena the Classic and Comfort series stand out.

• Classic. The range includes models with 330 mm cutting widths for 150 m2 and 400 mm areas, with which you can create the perfect 200 m2 English lawn. Both models operate quietly and are equipped with an adjustable ergonomic handle.

• Comfort. The current 400 C Comfort with a working width of 400 mm is capable of mowing up to 250 m2 of lawn. Includes deflector for dumping cut stems, foldable handle for easy transport.

Different types of Gardena lawn mowers may require maintenance. Moreover, if the plant stems are in an area higher than 10 cm, you will first need to apply a grass trimmer, removing the excess height. During the operation of the equipment with the grass catcher, it is necessary to regularly clean it, do not allow the compartment to clog up to failure. The batteries in Gardena garden care equipment are interchangeable, designed to a uniform standard, fast charging and no overcharge function. They are removable, which makes it easier to store equipment in the winter.

The most vulnerable knot in the design of the technique is the cutting element. A standard Gardena lawn mower blade requires periodic sharpening. If damaged, replacement may be required. But if the knife is just bent, it can be easily straightened and reinstalled. If the mower refuses to work, the most common cause of malfunction is a clogged air duct that supplies the grass. It is enough to clean it and put the equipment back into operation. If the engine stops, it is recommended to check its contacts and power at the battery terminals. On wired models, a damaged cable may be the cause of the problem.

The opinions of the owners of Gardena lawn mowers about the technique they have chosen are mostly positive: high reliability and quality of workmanship are noted.Even the plastic used in the construction of grass clippers is extremely durable and non-toxic. Quiet operation is also noted, especially for electric battery and robotic models. In addition, buyers appreciate the convenient height adjustment of the handles - you can adjust this indicator to the owner's height.

Gardena's battery-powered lawn mowing equipment is almost as powerful and efficient as the petrol models. This is a big plus for country residences, where gardening is often time-consuming. The only complaint we meet is the not too brutal coloring of the lawn mowers. For low-power models, the operating time varies in the range of 30-60 minutes, this is not always enough for a full-fledged lawn mowing. Mechanical drum mowers are not suitable for tall or damp grass.

In the next video, you will find an overview of the Gardena R50Li silent robotic lawnmower.