Engines

Valve Design

DOV® Direct Overhead Valve technology, our patented new design

• Fewer moving parts
• Reduced engine size
• Reduced vibration
• More responsive power

Performance

Overhead Valve (OHV) configuration optimizes performance

• More power
• Quieter, smoother operation
• Higher fuel efficiency
• Longer engine life

Side Valve

Side-valve value engineered to provide dependable power at an exceptional value

• Less overall maintenance
• Available in a variety of power levels

ReadyStart® Electric

ReadyStart® Electric provides effortless starting

• Electric start
• No pulling required
• Just turn the key and mow

Prime 'N Pull™ Easy Starting System

Prime 'N Pull™ Easy Starting System delivers fuel to engine systems for dependable starting

• Three pushes delivers the proper amount of fuel to the carburetor
• Starts within two pulls after priming

Ready Start®

ReadyStart® sets a new standard by taking the hassle and guesswork out of starting your mower

• No need to prime
• No need to choke
• No risk of flooding the engine
• No risk of fouling the spark plug

Smooth Start™

With Smooth Start™, we’ve made starting easier

• 20% easier to pull at start-up
• New starter and rewind allow lower speed and effort during pull
• Look for the blue comfort-grip handle

Our Starting Promise™

Buy a lawn mower with Our Starting Promise™ and it will:

• Start on one or two pulls for two years or we'll fix it for free
• Available on select 600 Series™ engines, 700 Series™ DOV® engines, and Professional Series™ engines

Muffler

• Lo-Tone™ – Reduces noise during operation and provides good tone quality
• Super Lo-Tone™ – Reduces noise during operation and provides better tone quality
• Quiet-tone Max – Greatest noise reduction during operation combined with improved tone quality

Fresh Start™

Fresh Start™ patented fuel cap and snap-in concentrated stabilizer cartridge

• Keeps your gas fresh for up to six months
• Allows for easier starting
• Keeps your carburetor cleaner
• Automatically delivers fuel preserver to the fuel tank

V-Twin Cylinder Engines

V-Twin cylinder engines take performance to the next level

• Greater horsepower
• Better balance translates to lower vibration
• Quieter than single cylinder engines
• Run cooler and burn cleaner

Single Cylinder Engines

Single cylinder engines provide dependable power at an exceptional value

• Broad range of power levels
• Extremely durable
• Low maintenance
• Designed to be simple and reliable

Electronic Fuel Management

E.F.M. provides consistent, easy-to-use automotive-style starting

• System electronically monitors time, engine speed, and temperature
• Simplifies and optimizes engine start-up
• Provides the easiest starting system for ride engines

Anti-Vibration System (AVS®)

Our patented linear balancing system

• Eliminates side-to-side motion
• Provides less vibration and smoother operation
• Extends equipment life
• Increases comfort of user

Air Filter System

Pleated Paper Air Filter keeps your engine clean

• Removes dust, dirt, and debris from air
• Easy to change

Advanced Debris Management System

Forces air past the element, where large debris passes through ejection slots

• Removes large dirt and debris particles
• Provides a longer lasting air-cleaner element and superior engine protection

Dual-Clean™

Dual-Clean™ provides two levels of defense against contaminants

• Combination automotive-style paper filter and foam pre-cleaner provide added protection against dirt and debris
• Improves engine durability

Lubrication System

Full Pressure Lubrication system supplies lubricant to the crankshaft and connecting rod-bearing surfaces

• Continuous delivery of oil to critical engine components
• Maximizes lubrication
• Extends engine life

XRD

includes more than 80 upgrades to the Extended Life Series™ and Intek™ Series of riding mower engines

• Easier starting
• Quieter operation
• Increased durability
• Cleaner emissions

Heavy-Duty Features

• Cast Iron Sleeve – A pressed-in sleeve bearing to accommodate a high belt load
• Heavy-Duty Bearing – A super-polished crankpin bearing
• Balanced crankshaft – A shock load resistant crankshaft