How long does the battery take to charge?

It charges through the rear port on a standard 120V household outlet. A 75 Ah pack of this size takes several hours to refill, so plan an overnight charge rather than a quick top-up.

Can it really cut 2.5 acres on one charge?

That is RYOBI's rating under favorable conditions. Tall, thick or wet grass, frequent turns and higher deck settings all draw more power, so expect less on a demanding lawn.

Does it replace a gas zero-turn mower?

For flat to gently sloped lawns of a couple of acres it does the same job without fuel or engine upkeep. For steep slopes, very large properties or all-day mowing, a gas zero-turn still has the edge on runtime.

How is the cutting height adjusted?

Through a 12-position manual lever system, from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. You set it by hand at the deck rather than from the seat.

What comes in the box?

The mower with its 75 Ah battery and onboard charger, the 42-inch deck, and the standard controls. Check the listing for the exact included accessories.

It is a full-size riding mower with a 42-inch deck, so it needs the same space as a comparable gas zero-turn, plus room to reach the charging port.

Where can I buy the RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Arbor, CritterPaw.

RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower

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$4,199.00at ArborChecked Nov 12

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RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower

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$4,199.00at ArborChecked Nov 12

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Last seen at $4,199.00 at Arbor on Nov 12.

Our take on the RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower

The RYOBI 48V 42-inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower is a battery-powered zero-turn rider built around a 75 Ah battery pack and four brushless motors. RYOBI rates it at up to 2.5 acres per charge, with a 42-inch heavy-duty steel deck, two steel blades and 12-position manual height adjustment from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. It runs on a standard 120V outlet through a rear charging port and carries a control panel with blade activation, a slow-speed mode, LED headlights and a battery gauge. It suits larger suburban lots where gas maintenance and noise are unwanted; against gas zero-turns it gives up refueling speed and unlimited runtime, and against smaller battery riders it offers more deck width and acreage per charge.

Best forOwners of one to two acres who want to drop gas and oil changesNoise-sensitive neighborhoods and early-morning mowingBuyers already in the RYOBI 48V battery lineMowing around many trees and beds with zero-turn steering

Pros

No gas, oil, filters or engine maintenance
Up to 2.5 acres per charge from the 75 Ah pack
42-inch steel deck with two blades and 12 cutting heights
Zero-turn steering for tight turns around obstacles
Quiet operation compared with gas riders
LED headlights and a slow-speed mode for control

Cons

Recharge time is long on a standard 120V outlet
Deck height adjusts manually, not from the seat
Large, heavy machine to store and transport
Battery capacity fades with age and is costly to replace
Not suited to rough or steep terrain like a gas zero-turn

RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower prices at every store

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RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower price history

Lowest price we've seen: $4,199.00 on Nov 12 at Arbor. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

About the RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower

The RYOBI 48V 42-inch Zero Turn Electric Riding Mower is a battery-powered riding mower. It runs on 75 Ah batteries and four brushless motors, so it needs no gas or oil. It has no belts, spark plugs or filters to maintain.

The 42-inch steel deck has two steel blades. A 12-position manual deck adjustment sets the cutting height from 1.5 inches to 4.5 inches. Zero-turn steering lets the mower turn sharply around obstacles. It can side discharge, mulch or bag, and a bagger accessory is sold separately online.

The control panel has blade activation, a slow speed mode, LED headlights, a battery level indicator, a unit hour meter and a USB charging port. The rear charging port connects to a standard 120V outlet. One charge cuts up to 2.5 acres.

Voltage: 48V
Battery: 75 Ah
Motors: 4 brushless motors
Deck: 42-inch heavy-duty steel
Blades: 2 steel blades
Cutting height: 1.5 in. to 4.5 in., 12 positions, manual adjustment
Runtime: Up to 2.5 acres per charge
Cutting modes: Side discharge, mulching, bagging (bagger accessory available online)
Controls: Blade activation, slow speed mode, battery level indicator, unit hour meter
Lights: LED headlights
Ports: USB charging port; rear charging port for a standard 120V outlet
Steering: Zero turn

Questions and answers

How long does the battery take to charge?: It charges through the rear port on a standard 120V household outlet. A 75 Ah pack of this size takes several hours to refill, so plan an overnight charge rather than a quick top-up.
Can it really cut 2.5 acres on one charge?: That is RYOBI's rating under favorable conditions. Tall, thick or wet grass, frequent turns and higher deck settings all draw more power, so expect less on a demanding lawn.
Does it replace a gas zero-turn mower?: For flat to gently sloped lawns of a couple of acres it does the same job without fuel or engine upkeep. For steep slopes, very large properties or all-day mowing, a gas zero-turn still has the edge on runtime.
How is the cutting height adjusted?: Through a 12-position manual lever system, from 1.5 to 4.5 inches. You set it by hand at the deck rather than from the seat.
What comes in the box?: The mower with its 75 Ah battery and onboard charger, the 42-inch deck, and the standard controls. Check the listing for the exact included accessories.
Is it hard to store?: It is a full-size riding mower with a 42-inch deck, so it needs the same space as a comparable gas zero-turn, plus room to reach the charging port.
Where is the RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower cheapest?: At Arbor, for $4,199.00, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the RYOBI 48V 42 inch Electric Riding Zero Turn Mower?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Arbor, CritterPaw.