Viking lawn mowers appeared on the garden equipment market in 1984. Their parent is an Austrian company, which is popular worldwide for its high-quality products.
Assortment of garden and lawn care equipment:
- electric lawnmower Viking;
- rechargeable;
- gasoline;
- lawn mower-mulcher.
Gasoline Lawn Mower - Top Selling
The greatest demand among consumers is the Viking gasoline mower. And that's why:
- high performance indicators;
- spacious grass collector - the tank capacity can reach 70 liters;
- the ability to adjust the cutting height within 3-15 cm;
- support for the collection, mulching, disposal of grass;
- excellent maneuverability;
- compactness;
- simplicity in operation;
- does not require special maintenance;
- independence from an electric power source;
- full autonomy.
Specifications. How do they affect the choice of lawn mowers?
The fundamental general criteria are:
- Name of the manufacturer or brand of engine. A motor is the main element of a gasoline type lawn mower. The unit is equipped with a proprietary engine. The rating of the companies that produce this device is best studied in advance, since the performance and service life of the equipment depend on this structural element.
- Engine's type. The lawn mower can be equipped with three types of engines:
- Household (power 3.5-5 l. From.), Which is introduced into small lawn mowers Viking with mowing width not more than 46 cm, designed for processing a plot of 8 acres maximum.
- Semi-professional (power 5-7 l. From.), Which is implemented in garden equipment with a cutting width of 51-53 cm, used to put in order a lawn with an area of 5-18 hundred parts.
- Professional, which are equipped with lawn mowers designed for professional use (garden equipment for public utilities).
3. The width of the mowing. According to this indicator, Viking lawn mowers are divided into two types:
- Units with a mowing width of 42-48 cm. If the area of the lawn does not exceed 8 acres, then this is exactly what you need.
- Mowers whose mowing width is in the range of 51-53 cm. Such equipment is preferred when the area of the site to be processed exceeds 6-8 hundred parts. The maximum area that will be “tough” to this mower is 18 acres.
4. Type and volume of grass collector. The waste collection container may be made of fabric and plastic, or of two of these components simultaneously.
- The fabric tank is made of thick synthetic material that is worn on a metal frame. Advantages: excellent fillability. Disadvantages: the difficulty of cleaning. Scope: large Viking lawn mowers in which the grass catcher volume exceeds 60 liters.
- Plastic collection. The main material in the production is high-quality plastic. Advantages: easy to clean. Disadvantages: a possible variant of the deterioration of the degree of filling, if the volume is more than 50 liters.
- Mixed collector - combined. The upper and lower parts are made of plastic, and the side surfaces (walls) are made of fabric material. Advantages: excellent fillability, quite easy to clean. Scope of use: garden equipment for mowing grass, which belongs to the premium class, and the volume of the collection tank exceeds 60 liters.
5. Functionality. Any equipment is selected based on the main list of functions that it can perform. So, Viking lawn mowers can support:
- Mulching function. The grass after mowing falls into the part of the body where the knife is located, and is subjected to additional grinding, after which it is evenly scattered around the site.
- Side discharge function. The grass cover removed by the mower is thrown sideways. Equipment with this type of grass discharge is used to process large areas along fences or in park areas.
- The function of collecting in the tank. After mowing, the grass falls into a specially designed container and is not scattered around the garden area.
6. The method of adjusting the cutting height. Adjusting grass mowing height can be done in one of three ways:
- Screw. The body of the unit has special holes that are located at different levels and are designed for an axle with wheels. To adjust the desired height, you just need to rearrange the axis in the corresponding hole. This method is used on budget class lawn mowers.
- Central adjustment. The mowing height is adjusted with a single lever. Self-propelled gas mowers for uneven sections are equipped with this type of adjustment.
- Lever way. The second name is individual. Each of the wheels of garden equipment is equipped with a special lever, which is designed to adjust the height of mowing.
7. Type of drive:
- Front-wheel drive mowers . Advantages: maneuverability. Disadvantages: displacement of the center of gravity of the unit as the grass tank fills. As a result, the mower moves back, and the front wheels rise and begin to slide on the work surface.
- Rear -wheel mowers . The most comfortable to use, since most of the load falls on the wheels that are located behind.
Also, when choosing garden care equipment, already advanced users are advised to pay attention to the diameter of the wheels, the availability of the ability to adjust the high-speed driving mode and bearings.
And a little more ...
In addition to general recommendations, when buying a mower, you should focus on the values of specific technical indicators:
- Power. It is indicated by such Latin letters as "S", "M", "L", "XL", indicating the minimum or maximum power, respectively.
- Number of knives as standard. Determine the functionality of the equipment. Ideally, if the unit is equipped with two knives: mulching and for cutting.
- The quality of the cutting mechanism. It is strongly recommended to give preference to knives made exclusively from high-strength and high-quality material - steel.
- Body. It can be made of plastic, steel or aluminum. An aluminum case is an ideal option that combines optimal quality and practical characteristics: strength, low weight, and corrosion resistance.
- Wheel size The larger the diameter of the wheels at the unit, the better, since there is the possibility of seamless processing of uneven areas.
- Speed selection. It is better to give preference to those models of lawn mowers where the manufacturer provides for independent adjustment of speed.
- Equipping wheels with bearings. This greatly facilitates the movement and extends the life of the device.
Viking Lawn Mowers: Range
Viking lawn mowers are far from the last in the ranking of the most popular gasoline units.
TOP-10 includes self-propelled Viking gas mowers. Reviews of this brand of garden equipment and the positive trend in demand have ensured the unit a place in the ranking of the most popular mowers. As for the models, the following users have gained popularity: VIKING MB 248.3T, VIKING 448, VIKING MB 545 T, VIKING MB 650 T, VIKING MB 545 VE, VIKING MB 650 V.
Viking MB 248
The Viking Lawn Mower MB 248 3T. The people nicknamed it as "the beast-machine." The cutting mechanism of the unit is made of a special alloy and is not amenable to any physical or mechanical influences. The same can be said of the metal case. This allows you to meet obstacles in the form of stones, piles of earth and other elements that have nothing to do with plants without any troubles and worries.
The machine is equipped with a grass collection tank, in which a fill indicator is mounted, and a handle for comfortable operation. The mower is not picky - for its maintenance you only need to change the oil once every 12 months. Starts by pressing a button.
Viking 448
The Viking 448 Lawn Mower is a 2.7-horsepower rear-wheel drive unit. The speed mode is not regulated and is 3.5 km / h. The unit is distinguished by its characteristic operational efficiency - it is able to cut the lawn in record time. Gathers grass in a 55 liter bag, also supports backflow. The width of the mowed strip is 46 cm, and the mowing height is adjustable from 2.5 to 7.5 cm as necessary.
Reviews of trimmers "Viking" 448
Users of lawn care equipment "Viking" note that the model is easy to operate and manage. For the unit to begin its work, you should press the button, and the process will go. The weight characteristics are not minimal (26 kg), but due to this, the Viking lawnmower has a confident course without any jumps and jumps.
The reviews reveal some of the model’s shortcomings, including a fuel tank with a capacity of only 0.8 l and retro-style pens, which does not quite fit into the overall design picture. But these are all trifles, because there are no complaints about the quality of work!
Viking MV 545 T
The rear-wheel drive VIKING MB 545 T mower is an ideal solution if the purpose of acquiring the products in question is to mow lawns of small and medium areas (up to 1200 sq. M). The device is equipped with a ReadyStart engine, which is distinguished by high power indicators and special endurance. Supports several options for dumping grass: in a 60-liter container, mulching. The width of the mowed strip reaches 43 cm, and the cutting height varies from 25 to 80 mm.
Viking MV 650 T
The Viking MB 650 T is a model with a single-speed drive (constant speed 3.5 km / h). Designed for processing areas of more than 2000 square meters. m. It has an aluminum housing. This is an ergonomic machine that delights amateur gardeners with high productivity rates. Collects a sloping green cover in a 75 l grass catcher. The working width is 48 cm, and the height of the mowed grass can vary from 30 to 85 mm.
Reviews about MV 650 T
Viking TM and its self-propelled gasoline mowers, the reviews of which are mostly positive, have earned worldwide fame and authority. Some are extremely happy with the machine and among the additional advantages they note the presence of an adjustable handle, compactness when folded and ease of storage.
Others say they expected unquestioning and light work on uneven surfaces. But the statements of the latter are somewhat unreasonable, because the model is front-wheel drive (we recall that it is better to use rear-wheel drive models for working on uneven areas), which means that there will be small flaws in the processing of bumps. In addition, the disadvantages include the inability to adjust the speed mode.
Viking MV 545 VE
The VIKING MB 545 VE is an ergonomic rear-wheel mower. Designed for mowing small and medium-sized lawns (up to 1200 sq. M). The position of the handrail-holder is three-position, easily adjustable. Supports the function of collecting grass in the tank (60 l) and mulching. The width of the mowing strip is 43 cm, and the cutting height is 25-80 mm.
Viking MV 650 V
The Viking MB 650 V petrol lawn mower is equipped with an engine that provides easy driving. The drive is single speed. For ease of operation, the height of the handle of the unit is adjustable. There is also a separate lever for comfortable transportation.
Lawnmower VIKING MB 650 V easily copes with the processing of lawns of large areas (from 2000 sq. M). The grass after the cut gets into the 75 l grass catcher. The cutting height is adjustable centrally and ranges from 30 to 85 mm. The width of the processed strip is 48 cm.
Repair of Austrian lawn mowers
The most common causes of mower failure and the best ways to address them.
1. Fault: loosening of the housing, bolts.
Symptoms: During the operation of the device, loud extraneous sounds or strong vibration shocks occur.
Solution: to check the reliability and density of all connections and, if even a slight play is detected, tighten thoroughly.
2. Fault: roller lock.
Signs: when the machine is operating, a whistle occurs.
Solution: check the inside of the unit for the presence of a foreign object and eliminate it.
3. Fault: wear of the drive belt.
Signs: front wheel drive stop, uneven removal of green cover.
Solution: replace a spare part for lawnmowers such as a drive belt, or adjust it in case of excessive stretching.
4. Fault: piston jam.
Symptoms: engine stops immediately after starting and starting operation.
Solution: check the oil level in the crankcase and add it to the required amount.
5. Fault: the mower does not turn on.
Solution: check for fuel, replace spark plugs.
Do not forget to carry out regular systematic maintenance of your lawn mower, and then it will delight you with its dependability and long service life!
Viking lawn mowers can be repaired in two ways: independently at home or by contacting a specialized service center where a professional ambulance will be provided to the unit. The latter option is more preferred. Of course, you will have to pay a little more money, but accurate diagnostics and high-quality repairs will be made. Moreover, if the cause of the breakdown is the failure of a particular part, during the repair work, a replacement will be made, since spare parts for lawn mowers are subject to a guarantee. The term of such a guarantee is usually 12 months.