About Garden Tractors
What separates a garden tractor from a compact lawn rider? Frame size, deck width, engine displacement and towing capacity. Garden tractors typically run 500cc+ V-twin engines, 92–122 cm decks and standard towing hitches for trailers and accessories.
Hydrostatic transmission with cruise control is standard on quality garden tractors. Look for cast-iron front axles, twin-blade or triple-blade decks and grease-zerk pivot points for long-term durability.
Top UK garden tractor brands include Husqvarna, John Deere, Cub Cadet, Stiga and Mountfield. Pair your tractor with attachments — collector, mulch kit, snow plough, scarifier or trailer — to make it a true all-season garden machine.