Craftsman Riding Lawn Tractor

Craftsman Riding Lawn Tractor Reviews


4.42 of 5
(by 38 reviewers)
Rating Summary | 92% of reviewers recommend (35 out of 38)

Pros
  • easy to opperate (28)
  • get the job done (26)
  • this a great rider mower (22)
  • it very good price for what getting (21)
  • abreeze to maintain (14)
  • makes time in the yard more enjoyable (14)
Cons
  • gonna need a bigger shed (7)
  • jealous neighbors (5)
  • offen clogs in pickup tube (3)
  • hard to change belt (3)
  • aq lot of cleanup after (2)
  • dirty dusty inconveinant (2)
  • gotta pump up that left leg (2)
  • made for large person's weight in small (2)
  • prices (1)
  • not much leg room (1)
Most Helpful Favorable Review

This is a tough machine

This and all of the Craftsman lawn mower are GREAT!!   I have had several craftsman lawn mower over the years and we love them.  They have made them better and better ever year.  We use our mower for everything we can.  We even took on mower other people's yards because this mower is so good.

Posted on Mar 11, 2010
Most Helpful Critical Review
Bought a Craftsmen Garden Tractor because thought it would be heavy duty and not need so much repair.  We find that the serpentine belts break twice a year, suggesting that the pulleys need to be better aligned so wear on belts is lessened. Mower blades need to be engineered to throw grass out the shoot... read full review »
Posted on Oct 13, 2008

Craftsman Riding Lawn Tractor Reviews

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From the first day that I brought home my new mower I have loved it. Haven't had any problems out of it. Strong motor and real smooth hydrostatic transmission.

Posted on Apr 11, 2010

I love the Craftsman Garden Tractor, model # GS 6500, except for a couple of oopses. First, the safety switch in the seat. I am not a heavy person, so I had trouble finding the right position for the seat and how to sit so that the thing would not shut off while in motion. Second, Have trouble keeping air in the tires. and Third. immediately after warranty runs out, the pully bracket literally broke. Otherwise it has been dependable and is a workhorse. I use it on my 4 acre farm, not only for mowing , but to haul feed and, like I said for the most part, I love it. Oh, I think I would put a little...

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Posted on Sep 25, 2009

I have had my Craftsman riding lawnmower for 20 years and even though it looks worn and sounds worn, it still mows the grass like a new one. I have been very pleased with its performance. The fact that it is still working without major or many minor repairs says volumes.

Marilyn A., Tennessee

Posted on Dec 04, 2009

I have owned my Craftsman, 42", riding mower for ten years and it has always given me great service.  I hit a stump once and had to get new blades, but I adjusted the mower housing myself from the manual information.  I would recommend to anyone getting a new riding mower to buy a Craftsman.  There is great support both in the manual and online, as well as a store with parts right nearby.  We also have Sears appliances in our home and they have lasted for years without needing repair, but when that occurs we always have online and local people to help us.  Good work, Sears!

Posted on Sep 28, 2009

Great mowing machine

Good power. Nice even cut.
Posted on Dec 03, 2009

This is our third Craftsman riding mower in the last 15 years. Someone stole the first one and our Katrina beat up yard finally did the second one in after ten years. We've increased mower size and horsepower each time. This one has saved time cutting our large yard.

Posted on Dec 03, 2009

I have about 6-7 acres that has to be mowed and I need a tractor that will hold up under all of that weekly and get the job done. Part of my acreage is pasture and uneven ground. I trust Craftsman products and feel this mower will be the one for me.

Posted on Dec 02, 2009

i used my tractor for several years and was happy with it. worked good cut good.

Posted on Dec 02, 2009

Easy to maneuver.  Parts are easily found.  When not working the home service is excellent.  Sturdy.

Posted on Nov 13, 2009
I have always been a big fan of Craftsman brand tools so it seemed obvious that I should purchase a Craftsman Riding Mower when it came time to replace my old mower....I have been completely satisified with the years of service I have gotten from the mower so far & it looks like smooth sailing for several more years !
Posted on Dec 01, 2009

I love my Craftsman Deluxe Yard Tractor. I go riding all around my 1.5 acres, a mowing, hauling stuff in the steel Craftsman trailer and reclaiming over-grown forest area.

With its 46 inch deck, this is one of the most fun and productive Lawn and Garden power tools I own.

It's in a dead-heat with the Craftsman High-wheel Trimmer (nicknamed; The Beast).

My machine is not as powerful as a ground-engaging Craftsman Garden Tractor.

But, it has helped me do WAY more clearing and maintenance work than I could have ever done without it!

Love that "drink-holder", too.

Posted on Apr 02, 2009

Our Craftsman Riding Mower has been very reliable for many years now and does a great job on the lawn.  It just keeps going and going year after year.

Posted on Oct 13, 2009

Our Craftsman riding lawn tractor runs really well and has not required much

maintenance.  It has been very reliable. 

Posted on Oct 12, 2009

I got the Craftsman 1500, had it for over 5 years mowing 2 hilly acres weekly.  It's been fantastic, and I must admit I'm not one who takes care of his equipment.

Posted on Sep 22, 2009

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