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Toro TimeCutter SW4200 (42") 24.5HP Steering Wheel Zero Turn Lawn Mower
Model:
SW4200
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Features
- Zero Turn Manuverability With Steering Wheel Control
- Drives just like a car or a tractor - but still turns on a dime
- Speed control foot pedal
- Adjustable steering column makes it easier to get on and off
- 24.5HP/708cc Toro V-Twin 4-Cycle OHV Engine
- Max-Flo air filtration - less dirt and debris build-up
- Double barrel carburetor and quick drain oil hose
- High performance pressurized lubrication system
- Smart Park™ Braking System
- Automatically sets the parking brake when user gets off the mower
- Also automatically disengages the mower blades
- Allows you to keep the engine running when you dismount the mower
- Dual Hydro Gear ZT-2200 (EZT™) Hydrostatic Transmission
- Fan cooled 10cc pumps and wheel motors on each drive wheel
- 42-inch, 2-Blade Mower Deck
- 13-gauge stamped steel deck design
- 2 anti-scalp wheels allow the deck to float over the turf
- Deck washout port provides quick cleaning underneath the deck
- 18-Inch High Back Seat
- More back support for a smooth, comfortable ride
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Specifications
SW4200
Engine
Starting System
12-Volt Key Start
Engine Cycle
4-Cycle
HP
24.5 HP
CC
708 CCs
Fuel Tank Size
3 Gallons
Engine Cylinders
2 Cylinders
Oil Filter
Yes
Consumer Engine Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Engine Warranty
30 Days
Motor
Battery Voltage
12 Volts
Battery Type
Lead Acid
Battery Included
Included
Overview
Weight
595 Pounds
Consumer Warranty
3 Years
Commercial Warranty
30 Days
Product Length
72.0 Inches
Product Width
45.3 up/53.8 down Inches
Product Height
37.5 Inches
UPC
021038747842
Additional Model Numbers
74784, SW4200
Deck
Cutting Options
3-in-1 (Side-Discharge/Bag/Mulch)
Deck Material
13-Gauge
Spindle Material
Steel
Deck Construction
Stamped
Blades
2 Blades
Deck Positions
7 Positions
Cutting Width
42 Inches
Cutting Height
1.5-4.5 Inches
Deck Lift System
Manual Hand Operated
Engagement
PTO Electric
Deck Drive
Belt
Drive
Speeds
Variable
Maximum Speed
7 MPH
Maximum Reverse Speed
3.5 MPH
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheels
Transmission Type
Hydrostatic
Drive System
ZT-2200 Hydro-Gear Transaxle
Accessories
Rear Bagger
Sold Separately
Seat Type
High Back
Hour Meter
Sold Separately
Arm Rests
No
Front Bumper
No
Trailer Hitch
Included
Mulcher Kit
Sold Separately
Headlights
No
Wheels
Front Tire Size
13 x 5 Inch
Rear Tire Size
18 x 7.5 Inch
Tire Type
Pneumatic Wheels
Reviews
(42)
Toro SW4200 Reviews & Ratings
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Customer Rating
4.62
(41 Ratings)
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Mowing With A Simle!
By Carl P.
North Salt Lake, Utah
Purchased 08/24/2019 |
Review Posted 10/29/2019
Love this mower. It has not only cut my mowing time by 70%, but the lawn looks great also. I just had to learn how to use it. But the learning curve was quick & easy. Glad Mowers Direct had one!
Carl P. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Exceeded Expectations
Cons:
None For Me
Very Well Satisfied With The Quality Of The Mower- The Ease
By Tina F.
Randall, Minnesota
Purchased 09/19/2019 |
Review Posted 10/10/2019
This mower is exactly what we were looking for, & your company is one of the best I have ever dealt with. All in all, we are completely satisfied.
Tina F. Recommends This
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Expert Response
Hi Tina,
We're very pleased that your mower fits your needs, & we thank you for the kudos given to our company. We are always here to assist you with any additional questions or concerns you may have regarding your machine.
We're very pleased that your mower fits your needs, & we thank you for the kudos given to our company. We are always here to assist you with any additional questions or concerns you may have regarding your machine.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Exceeded Expectations, Price
Cons:
None Of The Above
Solids But Beware These Were Sitting For Years In Warehouse
By Alex H.
Bettendorf, Iowa
Purchased 04/08/2019 |
Review Posted 07/22/2019
Very solid, great power and Hill holding ability. The Bad. Standard stamped Deck is thin and being cautious of what your deck may touch is crucial. I regret not paying the extra for a welded solid deck, But I will remain vigilant about tight corners. Since these are discontinued they have been sitting in warehouse for years and need to be aware of that before using. Triple check the Ground cable on the motor is Solid ( Mine wasn't and I didn't know about that so it had to go to dealer within 3 months for a simple fix). Needless to say New Mowers have a weak (190CCA) battery. That is the only real 'Upgrade' you will likely need.
MowersDirect worked with me well on those few issues.
The Neutral,
Steering with the wheel does take more muscle than some may have. If you can't handle turning what feels like a good 20 pound's + of resistance as much as your property needs You're better to stick with the traditional zeroturn.
Personally I prefer the steering wheel because It doesn't tear up the grass as much as the standard zeroturn. I can get a lot closer to bushes etc. with more control. And The Biggest factor for hills. It will hold a Line on the hill and you can actually point and move down a hill and turn as needed at a higher rate of speed (Safer!).
The Good,
Everything else. Fast, Not too loud, doesn't suck up fuel too fast, plenty of flexibility with functions. Safe. Low Maintenance (pending battery upgrade).
MowersDirect worked with me well on those few issues.
The Neutral,
Steering with the wheel does take more muscle than some may have. If you can't handle turning what feels like a good 20 pound's + of resistance as much as your property needs You're better to stick with the traditional zeroturn.
Personally I prefer the steering wheel because It doesn't tear up the grass as much as the standard zeroturn. I can get a lot closer to bushes etc. with more control. And The Biggest factor for hills. It will hold a Line on the hill and you can actually point and move down a hill and turn as needed at a higher rate of speed (Safer!).
The Good,
Everything else. Fast, Not too loud, doesn't suck up fuel too fast, plenty of flexibility with functions. Safe. Low Maintenance (pending battery upgrade).
Alex H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
4/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
I'd Buy It Again, Fast, High Quality, Quiet
Cons:
Expensive, Battery, Stamped Deck
Toro Is A Great Mower
By John H.
Greer, South Carolina
Purchased 06/05/2018 |
Review Posted 07/17/2018
The best mower I have ever owned. Great cut and the zero turn is fantastic. I would recommend this mower to anyone.
John H. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
High Quality, Fast, Exceeded Expectations, Reliable
Cons:
Expensive
Makes Mowing Fun
By Gary M.
Hoover, Alabama
Purchased 03/22/2018 |
Review Posted 05/26/2018
Cut mowing time in less than half. Got the mulching kit also and recommend an hour meter.
Gary M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Great Mower For Steeper Hills
By Mark D.
Saint Charles, Missouri
Purchased 04/04/2018 |
Review Posted 04/27/2018
This SW4200 zero turn mower is perfect for my yard conditions because I need the steering wheel to steer sideways on hills, the 2-wheel rear drive for traction, and this mower has the smallest cutting deck (42") to fit through my 4' gates. Cuts great and does not leave mulch clippings unless the grass is too long or wet. Good power. Not loud. Much faster than my previous riding mowers. The only other mower with all these features is the Cub Cadet but I chose the Toro for its slightly larger engine size and adjustable steering column which makes getting on and off easier. Mowers Direct delivered this mower VERY quickly, all the way to my garage. It took me 2 hours to uncrate and assemble mower, and another hour to install the optional mulching kit. The only feature I wish it had is a floating deck to follow the contour of the ground (my Simplicity 38" rider had this but was not a zero turn so it had bad traction).
Mark D. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
4/5
4/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, Fast, Good On Hills
Cons:
No Floating Cutting Deck
Not Happy
By Thomas B.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Purchased 04/24/2018 |
Review Posted 04/27/2018
Never again - the worst online purchase I've ever made. No bolt or wing nut for battery terminal. Missing nut for the bolt holding the steering tie rod to the left wheel. Found a pin without the cotter key laying underneath the mower - not sure if it fell off or was left there inadvertently. Packaging/skid was a nightmare. It appeared the mower was on the skid incorrectly as the high end of the skid was at the rear of the mower and it was impossible to push the mower off as described in the instructions. Had to use a chainsaw to dismantle the skid to remove the mower. Can't comment on the mower as I have been unable to use it yet because of all the issues.
Thomas B. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Apologies for the hassle you dealt with while unpackaging your Toro. Please reach out to us directly at 1 (800) 837-8247 (Option 1) or via e-mail HERE with a list of any missing nuts, bolts, etc. and we will make certain these get to you ASAP.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
3/5
1/5
2/5
3/5
Cons:
Packaging, Missing Parts
Goog Deal, But Time Will Tell
By Michael G.
thomasville, Georgia
Purchased 08/17/2017 |
Review Posted 09/07/2017
This is more about shipping and packaging than performance, as I have only mowed the lawn with the Toro once so far ... Still learning, but it started right up, and it pulls better than the 48" Husqvara I previously had...I think the Toro layout with the engine weight behind the drive axle and my fat rear end ahead of the axle makes for better traction.
The zero turn seems to work well, but the complexity of the steering mechanism is scary...only time will tell how well it lasts. Delivery was a snap...I paid for the drop gate delivery, and the driver pushed it down the drive and into the garage...easy-peasy.
Cutting off the box was a chore, but not hard to do. I had four stout men from work come to the house and lift the mower off of its pallet...after that, just add the seat and the steering wheel, check the oil, add gas, and get after it.
The zero turn seems to work well, but the complexity of the steering mechanism is scary...only time will tell how well it lasts. Delivery was a snap...I paid for the drop gate delivery, and the driver pushed it down the drive and into the garage...easy-peasy.
Cutting off the box was a chore, but not hard to do. I had four stout men from work come to the house and lift the mower off of its pallet...after that, just add the seat and the steering wheel, check the oil, add gas, and get after it.
Michael G. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Features
Cons:
Expensive
Mine Failed In The First Hour Of Use
By Jim
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Review Posted 08/15/2017
Didn't finish mowing my yard the second time before the mower began dragging a rear tire. Thought initially it was the electric parking brake. Apparently it is a gearbox... It cut well for the hour I got to use it. Now it's off to the shop for "warranty service."
Jim Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
Cons:
Expensive, Unreliable, Low Quality, Durability
This Is A Great Mower
By Paul C.
Chittenango, New York
Review Posted 08/05/2017
I purchased mower Jul. 20, 2017 from a local Toro Dealer. I liked the idea of the steering wheel opposed to the handle bar operation. To mow my lawn with a push mower it takes 1 hour and 45 minutes. My zero turn, first time out took me 40 minutes. Being a new user I haven't quite got the knack in the proper turn around method. I read one of the other reviewers comments, that gave me the idea I was not accomplishing the proper turn. The reviewer said when making the turn you must fully turn the wheel to it's maximum capability thus allowing the steering transmission do it's job.
I have not tried this as of yet because I've only used this machine twice. However, I must add that my second time I did decrease my cutting time by 5 minutes. My next cut I will try giving the wheel more of a turn to see if it makes the cut turn better. So far I love this SW4200 zero turn. I love the safety features but I'm still not used to them either.
I do have a question: Do the back wheels have grease fittings?
I have not tried this as of yet because I've only used this machine twice. However, I must add that my second time I did decrease my cutting time by 5 minutes. My next cut I will try giving the wheel more of a turn to see if it makes the cut turn better. So far I love this SW4200 zero turn. I love the safety features but I'm still not used to them either.
I do have a question: Do the back wheels have grease fittings?
Paul C. Recommends This
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Expert Response
Based on the information in the manual. It does not indicate the back wheel have grease fitting that need to be serviced. Most likely these are sealed. For more information, Toro can be reached directly @ (888) 384-9939.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again, High Quality, Features
Cons:
Expensive, The manual could be more informative
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