I've been on the fence justifying the cost over my bulletproof Honda. I don't need anymore batteries and was hoping to get a mower by itself. I already have a ton of Milwaukee tools including their yard tools. Was only missing the mower. but this is a good enough deal and I bit the bullet this time. Thanks OP.
Although I have seen several designs that attempt it anyways, I do not think that 40 volts or lower is really enough to power a lawnmower. Even if the batteries are technically capable of it, the amperage required to run the motor for the blades at 36 volts would be enormous. The wires would have to be very thick, and it would likely generate a lot of waste heat. Lithium batteries don't appreciate heat.
I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
Although I have seen several designs that attempt it anyways, I do not think that 40 volts or lower is really enough to power a lawnmower. Even if the batteries are technically capable of it, the amperage required to run the motor for the blades at 36 volts would be enormous. The wires would have to be very thick, and it would likely generate a lot of waste heat. Lithium batteries don't appreciate heat.
I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. I've had this mower for about a month now and it has cut through stuff that would nearly stall out my commercial Honda HRC216. In fact, every single review comments on how much power this beast has and easily besting everything in its class. It's probably one of the most powerful if not the most powerful walk behind electric mowers you can get.
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. I've had this mower for about a month now and it has cut through stuff that would nearly stall out my commercial Honda HRC216. In fact, every single review comments on how much power this beast has and easily besting everything in its class. It's probably one of the most powerful if not the most powerful walk behind electric mowers you can get.
It's definitely one of the most powerful mowers in its class but I have to disagree when comparing to a Honda mower. I have a Honda equipped with a GCV200 and an Ego with a similar spec to this Milwaukee. I often find myself still reaching for the Honda when I need to cut through damp or tall grass because it simply has 3ftlb more torque at the blade. Battery is almost there.
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. I've had this mower for about a month now and it has cut through stuff that would nearly stall out my commercial Honda HRC216. In fact, every single review comments on how much power this beast has and easily besting everything in its class. It's probably one of the most powerful if not the most powerful walk behind electric mowers you can get.
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It's definitely one of the most powerful mowers in its class but I have to disagree when comparing to a Honda mower. I have a Honda equipped with a GCV200 and an Ego with a similar spec to this Milwaukee. I often find myself still reaching for the Honda when I need to cut through damp or tall grass because it simply has 3ftlb more torque at the blade. Battery is almost there.
Hmmm... I just placed my order and will have to see for myself. Replacing a HRC216 that I bought back in the late Nineties.
Although I have seen several designs that attempt it anyways, I do not think that 40 volts or lower is really enough to power a lawnmower. Even if the batteries are technically capable of it, the amperage required to run the motor for the blades at 36 volts would be enormous. The wires would have to be very thick, and it would likely generate a lot of waste heat. Lithium batteries don't appreciate heat.
I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
If you haven't used the product you really should not be commenting on it.
If you haven't used the product you really should not be commenting on it.
While I haven't used their mowers, I have used other types of lawn tools made by them. I also frequent the YouTuber Project Farm, who reviews battery powered tools often. I can personally confirm the Ego leafblower demolishes all the competitors in power, battery life, noise, and vibration. And finally, you can see for yourself the longevity that these manufacturers believe their products are capable of in their warranty durations. Ego is 5 years, and Milwaukee is generally 3.
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. I've had this mower for about a month now and it has cut through stuff that would nearly stall out my commercial Honda HRC216. In fact, every single review comments on how much power this beast has and easily besting everything in its class. It's probably one of the most powerful if not the most powerful walk behind electric mowers you can get.
My concern wasn't with the torque provided by the motor, but the consequences of running it at nearly two thirds the voltage of Ego and similar battery technologies. It is a fact of electrical physics that a circuit of a given wattage produces more waste heat at lower voltages than higher voltages, due to electrical resistance of the wires. While I don't doubt the raw power of their tools, I do not believe constantly operating at lower voltages and therefore higher temperatures can allow it the same lifespan. Neither the motor nor the batteries.
While I haven't used their mowers, I have used other types of lawn tools made by them. I also frequent the YouTuber Project Farm, who reviews battery powered tools often. I can personally confirm the Ego leafblower demolishes all the competitors in power, battery life, noise, and vibration. And finally, you can see for yourself the longevity that these manufacturers believe their products are capable of in their warranty durations. Ego is 5 years, and Milwaukee is generally 3.
My concern wasn't with the torque provided by the motor, but the consequences of running it at nearly two thirds the voltage of Ego and similar battery technologies. It is a fact of electrical physics that a circuit of a given wattage produces more waste heat at lower voltages than higher voltages, due to electrical resistance of the wires. While I don't doubt the raw power of their tools, I do not believe constantly operating at lower voltages and therefore higher temperatures can allow it the same lifespan. Neither the motor nor the batteries.
It's simple really, you increase the wiresize and reduce resistance, imagine volts as speedlimit and amps as how many lanes. If your speed limit is low, you increase the number of lanes and the watts delivered are the same, it's a more expensive way to get to the same end result. This is why there are 12v invertors thst put out 4000w byt need 00 gauge wiring.
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I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
I respectfully disagree with your opinion. I've had this mower for about a month now and it has cut through stuff that would nearly stall out my commercial Honda HRC216. In fact, every single review comments on how much power this beast has and easily besting everything in its class. It's probably one of the most powerful if not the most powerful walk behind electric mowers you can get.
It's definitely one of the most powerful mowers in its class but I have to disagree when comparing to a Honda mower. I have a Honda equipped with a GCV200 and an Ego with a similar spec to this Milwaukee. I often find myself still reaching for the Honda when I need to cut through damp or tall grass because it simply has 3ftlb more torque at the blade. Battery is almost there.
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I'd highly recommend getting a mower platform that operates at 56 volts or higher. While I've not heard good things about actually getting Ego 56 volt batteries or tools replaced under warranty, most agree they are among the most powerful. I was lucky enough to find a Toro 60 volt mower with battery and charger for 280 bucks a while back, and that seems to be running well enough so far.
If you haven't used the product you really should not be commenting on it.
While I haven't used their mowers, I have used other types of lawn tools made by them. I also frequent the YouTuber Project Farm, who reviews battery powered tools often. I can personally confirm the Ego leafblower demolishes all the competitors in power, battery life, noise, and vibration. And finally, you can see for yourself the longevity that these manufacturers believe their products are capable of in their warranty durations. Ego is 5 years, and Milwaukee is generally 3.
Here are some video reviews by project farm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...sof
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...EWa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...D2E
My concern wasn't with the torque provided by the motor, but the consequences of running it at nearly two thirds the voltage of Ego and similar battery technologies. It is a fact of electrical physics that a circuit of a given wattage produces more waste heat at lower voltages than higher voltages, due to electrical resistance of the wires. While I don't doubt the raw power of their tools, I do not believe constantly operating at lower voltages and therefore higher temperatures can allow it the same lifespan. Neither the motor nor the batteries.
Here are some video reviews by project farm
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...sof
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...EWa
https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=...D2E
You watch project farm, that says it all for me.
It's simple really, you increase the wiresize and reduce resistance, imagine volts as speedlimit and amps as how many lanes. If your speed limit is low, you increase the number of lanes and the watts delivered are the same, it's a more expensive way to get to the same end result. This is why there are 12v invertors thst put out 4000w byt need 00 gauge wiring.