Makita DLM431Z Review

The Makita DLM431Z Lawn Mower is a cordless mower with numerous features and functions designed to cut your lawn effectively and to make your life easier. It has a 46cm blade width which makes it a great solution for large lawns, as well as an adjustable cutting height that can be set in 10 stages between 20mm and 75mm. In terms of operation, the mower has a 36V DC motor drive system which is powered by two 18V lithium-ion batteries.

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We like the mower's design. First of all, it's lightweight to allow for easy movement, storage and transportation. Secondly, it has in-built ball bearings in the wheels which increase their operational lifespan and make for smoother mowing. We particularly like the mower's soft-start functionality which causes it to start up slowly, therefore creating less noise and reducing vibrations.

About Makita

Makita are a brand of tools, including outdoor equipment and machinery. Their range includes chainsaws, wedges, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, line trimmers, pumps, lawnmowers, pressure washers, pruner extension poles, blowers, grass shears, and more. They have a reputation for well designed and high quality products.

Specification

We now look at the features:

• Cutting Performance - The Makita DLM431Z Lawn Mower is designed for large lawns up to 950 square metres in size. It has a blade with a 46cm wide cutting width which can be adjusted between 20mm and 75mm with a single lever. The mower has a two tooth rotary type blade which can achieve speeds of 3600RPM.
• Cordless - The mower is cordless, meaning you have more control over where it goes and where it can be used. It has a 36V DC motor drive system which is powered by two 18V lithium-ion batteries. You can check on the current power levels with a simple touch button. Note that batteries are not included.
• Design - The mower is a push mower, giving you full control over where it goes. Its wheels have in-built ball bearings to enhance durability and to facilitate smooth running. The mower has soft-start functionality that gradually increases the speed for smoothness and quietness. The mower is designed to limit noises and vibrations.
• Grass Box - The mower has a 50 litre rear grass collector with a level indicator. It can easily be removed and emptied without issue. Larger grass boxes are more advantageous as they allow more time to be spent mowing and less time emptying.
• Foldable Handles - The handles are foldable to allow for compact storage and easier transportation. The handle bar is rubberised for comfort.

Summary

Overall, the Makita DLM431Z Lawn Mower is a high performance mower which is ideal for large sized lawns (up to 950 square metres). It's packed with features, including a 10-stage height-adjustable blade, an extra-large 50 litre grass box and foldable handles for compact storage. We like the fact that the mower is cordless, so you get a high level of control. We rate the Makita DLM431Z Lawn Mower 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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