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MTD Yard Machines 25B-520J000
MTD Yard Machines 25B-520J000
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MTD Yard Machines (9") 148cc 4-Cycle Gas Lawn Edger

Model:

25B-520J000

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MTD Yard Machines (9") 148cc 4-Cycle Gas Lawn Edger
Model: 25B-520J000
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Features

  • Briggs & Stratton 450 Series 148cc 4-Cycle Engine
  • 4.5 ft-lbs gross torque
  • Gear drive system for smoother operation
  • 9-Inch Dual-Edge Blade
  • 6-position height adjustment
  • Edging depths range from 1/4" up to 2"
  • Cut along sidewalks, driveways and curves in no time
  • 3-Wheel Design
  • 7" front and 8" rear wheels
  • Loop Style Handle
  • Folds up for compact storage and easy transport
  • 2-Year Limited Warranty

Specifications

25B-520J000
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Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs & Stratton
Starting System
Recoil Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
CC
148 CCs
Fuel Tank Size
0.2 Gallons
Engine Cylinders
1 Cylinder
Consumer Engine Warranty
2 Years
Deck
Blades
1 Blade
Deck Positions
6 Positions
Cutting Height
0.25-2.0 Inches
Number of Wheels
3 Wheels
Drive
Drive System
Push
Trimmer
Number of Cutting Edges
1 Blade
Wheels
Front Tire Size
7 Inch
Rear Tire Size
8 Inch
Tire Type
Plastic Wheels
Overview
Weight
60 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
2 Years

Reviews

(10)
MTD Yard Machines 25B-520J000 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
1.90
(10 Ratings)
5
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4
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3
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2
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1
(5)
Sorry I bought one
By Henry F. 
Warren, Michigan
Review Posted 08/15/2013 
I bought this model a few years ago. I was able to use it one time. The following year, I could not get it to start. I was told I might need a new carburetor. I told the clerk it was brand new and only used once. I'd be charged a 100$ to replace it. I did it myself for $35. It now works fine, but we'll see next year. Still not happy I had to replace carb after one use.
Henry F. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
Features
3/5
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Quality
2/5
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Performance
2/5
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Value
2/5
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Pros:
Easy To Store
Cons:
Low Quality, Unreliable
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Dead out of the Box
By John Pasaka 
Strongsville, Ohio
Purchased 06/02/2013 | 
Review Posted 06/28/2013 
The edger was received with engine damage that would lot the Edger start. After much effort the engine was repaired to the point where it will start. The blade strikes the pavement when put into the highest position. MTD Warranty repair facility will not correct the problem because it was their determinartion that the Edger was improperly assembled. The fight goes on with MTD.
John Pasaka Does Not Recommend This
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Features
4/5
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Quality
1/5
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Performance
1/5
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Value
1/5
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Cons:
Low Quality, Unreliable, Durability
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Love It
By Clida W. 
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Purchased 05/15/2013 | 
Review Posted 06/27/2013 
I can use it with ease and don't need my husband to help me.
Clida W. Recommends This
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Features
5/5
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Quality
5/5
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Performance
5/5
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Value
5/5
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Pros:
Easy To Use, Light Weight, I'd Buy It Again
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Not what I expected
By Melvin N. 
Baltimore, Maryland
Purchased 04/17/2013 | 
Review Posted 06/04/2013 
I've used a lawn edger for years and was able to get a full season from the edger blade. There isn't a guide on this model and the edger blade is already needing replacing. I called MTD, was told I'm not using the product correctly and there was nothing they would do except sell me more blades. I should have bought a better model.
Melvin N. Does Not Recommend This
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Features
2/5
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Quality
2/5
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Performance
2/5
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Value
2/5
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Pros:
Price
Cons:
Low Quality, Not Durable
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Yard Machines Edger
By Richard 
Kentucky
Purchased 05/04/2013 | 
Review Posted 05/28/2013 
Received product damaged. The recoil shroud was compressed on one side which did not allow the rope to rotate engine. Rather than returning the product, I removed the shroud and repaired the compressed areas. Lost an hour of my time. It did not appear to be a shipping problem. The damage occurred prior to packing.
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Features
3/5
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Quality
3/5
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Performance
3/5
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Value
3/5
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Do NOT buy this
By Calh 
Texas
Review Posted 05/10/2013 
The edger bevel positioning arm adjustment lever broke repaired and it broke again. It is very difficult to replace this arm/lever.

The Briggs & Stratton engine is cheap (I've always found them to be poorly made). It is very difficult to start. It may have started with two or three pulls a couple of times, but I ended up having to buy a can of starter fluid (ether) to get it to start. It has no adjustment for fuel or choke. I contacted Briggs & Stratton who said I had to deal with MTD Yard Machines. No help help from either - no attempt at helping. Seems that both disown the engine.
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1/5
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Quality
1/5
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1/5
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Value
1/5
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Leave for the Junkman
By Bob 
Cleveland, Ohio
Review Posted 06/16/2012 
I purchased this unit about five years ago and have had nothing but problems with it. The engine works fine, but everything else on it is made from very poor quality parts. I am constantly replacing the same broken parts and I could have purchased a good commercial unit for what I paid in repairing this unit. Avoid the headache and stay away from this MDT junk.
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1/5
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1/5
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Go elsewhere
By David Bowen 
Germantown, Tennessee
Review Posted 07/29/2011 
Purchased this model from mowersdirect. The product worked fine the first two uses then quit. Mowersdirect told me to take it in for warranty repair. The small engine shop I took it to told me the carburator was dirty and needed cleaning - it's a new product, new gas, etc!! They cleaned the carburator and charged me $66 saying that it wasn't covered. A $260 edger cost me $326 from this place.
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1/5
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1/5
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Junk, Junk, Junk
By Russell 
Valley city, Ohio
Review Posted 05/19/2011 
Never starts unless you use starting fluid. Tale my word for it, and I live in valley city Ohio where MTD is based. I'll never buy MTD again.
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Junk, Junk, Junk
By Russell 
Valley city, Ohio
Review Posted 05/19/2011 
Never starts unless you use starting fluid. Tale my word for it, and I live in valley city Ohio where MTD is based. I'll never buy MTD again.
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