DR Field and Brush Mower
PRO XL30 (17.5 HP)
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DR Field and Brush Mower
Field & Brush Mowers
PRO XL30 (17.5 HP)
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More Power, Wider Cut, AND Power Steering!
If you have larger areas to mow—or if you just want to get the job done faster—move up to our 17.5 HP PRO XL30 model. It features a 30"-wide cutting deck (vs. 26" for our 10.5 HP and 15.5 HP models), so you cover more ground with each pass. The 500cc Briggs and Stratton power plant steps you up to a Professional Series engine, so it will easily handle the extra torque load over the long haul.
Best of all, the 17.5 HP model also includes independent disc brakes on each wheel. You can feather the uphill brake on side slopes to improve the machine's tracking and traction. Plus, the brakes enable you to Power Steer the wider, heavier deck with ease!
Product Summary:
- 17.5 HP electric-start engine
- 30" pivoting brush deck follows contours of ground
- Power Steering: independent disc brakes on each wheel for super-easy turns
- 3 forward speeds, 1 reverse
- Oil pump for better performance on hills
- Accepts all optional attachments
- See Features and Specs Tabs for more product details
Warranty Coverage
- Engine: 2 years residential; 1 year commercial
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Machine: 2 years residential; 90 days commercial
Field and Brush Mower PRO XL30 Model (1:40)
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Power Steering is Easy on You!
Our disc brake system provides Power Steering. Each wheel is equipped with its own brake, operated by a hand lever. Just squeeze the brake on one side, and the mower will pivot easily around that wheel. You're in control...without wrestling the machine!
17.5 HP Briggs EX Series™ Engine
The legendary power, performance and durability of Briggs & Stratton® engines make them a great choice for the PRO XL30 models. The PRO XL30 17.5 HP model features a Briggs EX Series™ OHV engine, with full-pressure oil pump (great for positive lubrication even on side slopes), a spin-off oil filter, 500 cc of displacement, cast-iron cylinder sleeve, and easy, turn-key electric-starting.
Assembled in the USA
Assembled in the USA using foreign and domestic parts. Ships direct from our Wisconsin factory.
30" Wide-Cut Pivoting Deck
The 30" deck is wide enough for fast field clearing, but is still very maneuverable. Unlike rigid, fixed decks found on some mowers, the DR deck pivots from side to side, allowing it to follow the contours of rough terrain. This feature minimizes scalping and improves traction.
Superior Mulching
Our decks are enclosed on 3 sides, so that cut material is chopped and re-chopped, reducing grass and brush to a fine mulch. This means less material is left behind in your field, and none of the windrows you get with side-discharging mowers.
Gear-Driven Transmission: Lock it in and Rip it up!
Unlike hydrostatic drives, the DR's geared transmission lets you lock in your ground speed, leaving your hands free to steer the machine across uneven terrain (instead of fussing with touchy throttle controls as you go). With 3 forward gears, you can choose a fixed pace that's right for you.
Big, Lugged Tires for Sure Traction
No other brush mower has tires like this. They're the biggest (18" x 6.5" x 8"), they have superior lugged treads that pull the mower through or over just about anything, and they are sealant filled...which means they're highly resistant to puncture. Tough as nails, apparently!
Custom-Made Blade Spindle
Made of 1.375" thick cast iron with oversized double sealed bearings, the blade spindle is integrated into the deck housing and reinforced for vibration-free performance. Designed to provide years of maintenance-free use (and abuse!).
Commercial Grade Electric Clutch
Our industry-leading, self-adjusting clutch is designed for easy access and quick swapping out of optional attachments. After 245 hours of testing we only used up 10% of the life of the clutch. There are no cables to stretch or idler pulleys to get out of adjustment.
Attachments Add 4-Season Versatility
Thanks to our quick-change coupling system, the DR's brush mowing deck can be swapped—in just minutes—with one of our optional PTO attachments: a 42" finish mower, a 30" snow thrower, a wood chipper, or a 42" grader blade. It's like owning 5 machines in one!
Built to Take a Beating
Field and brush mowing is a bruising business, and underbuilt mowers don't survive long out where the tough stuff grows. We frame our machines with heavy-duty, laser cut steel, and reinforce key stress spots so you get a product that will withstand years of use and abuse.
Adjustable Handlebars
A comfortable working height is important, especially when traversing rough terrain.
Ergonomic Controls
Both on the control panel and on the grips, all DR Field and Brush Mowers controls are designed to optimize operator comfort and minimize hand fatigue. Everything you need is right at your fingertips, so there is no walking around the mower to make adjustments.
Heavy-Duty Powder Coating
Our frames and decks are finished with a tough, durable powder coating that resists scratching and promotes long life.
| Clutch | |
|---|---|
| Clutch | Electric |
| Cutting | |
|---|---|
| Cutting Capacity | 6' High Grass 8' High Weeds 2.5" Thick Saplings |
| Cutting Height | 3.5" |
| Cutting Width | 30" |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Handlebar Height | High: 42" Low: 38" |
| Height | 48.2" |
| Length | 83" |
| Shipping Weight | 407 lbs |
| Weight | 303 lbs |
| Width | 32.5" |
| Shipping Dimensions | 62"L x 46"W x 50"H |
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| Air Filter | Dual-Element |
| Cooling Methods | Air Cooled |
| Displacement | 500cc |
| Engine Type | Briggs & Stratton Professional Series OHV |
| Horsepower | 17.5 |
| Lubrication | Full Pressure Pump w/Oil Filter |
| Make | Briggs & Stratton |
| Number Of Cylinders | 1 (Cast-Iron Sleeved) |
| Oil Capacity | 56oz |
| Oil Filter | Yes |
| Oil Type | SAE 30W HD |
| Pre Cleaner | Yes |
| Starting Type | Electric |
| Choke/Primer | choke |
| Fuel_System | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Capacity | 2 Gallon |
| Fuel Shutoff Valve | Yes |
| Inline Fuel Filter | Yes |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Accepts Attachments | Yes |
| CARB Certified | No |
| Assembly | Yes |
| Wheels_Tires | |
|---|---|
| Brake | Yes |
| Dimensions | 18" X 6.5" X 8" |
| Number of Tires | 2 |
| Tread | Lugged |
| Wheel Brake with Lock | Yes |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Engine Warranty | 2 yrs residential use, 1 yr commercial |
| Machine Warranty | 2 yrs residential use, 90 days commercial |
| Material | |
|---|---|
| Deck | 12 Gauge, Pivotable |
| Frame | 12 Gauge |
Customer Photos
Brush Mower
The product was great. The issue is it arrived without the drive belt and the starter wire was grounding against the frame, so it took a while to figure that out and start.
Frustrating features
I bought my previous DR Brushmower 20 years ago and it is still usable for mowing but I wanted to use it to power a chipper attachment. So I bought the Pro XL30. The main problem with the Pro XL30 is that the gear shifter is extremely vague. By that I mean that there are no click stops to indicate which gear the machine is in. So it’s often necessary to just bump the shift handle with my hand to try to nudge it into a gear. If it goes into a gear higher than I anticipated when I press down the clutch lever the machine takes off at high speed and I almost loose control on rough ground. Looking at the shifter I see R-N-1-2-3. But moving the lever to 1 often does not engage first gear so I bump the lever a few times to get it in gear. If I push the lever gently toward 2nd a gear may engage between 1st and 2nd but it’s hard to tell which gear it will actually be. One gear is very slow and another is very fast but it’s very difficult to know which one is engaged until I press down the clutch. This indicates very poor design. Another problem is that the brake handles require a very long stretch of the hand to operate. My hand is not small, I wear a men’s glove L or XL so I know it’s not my hand. The idea of power steering is a bit of an overstatement. Yesterday I went to start the machine and it would not crank. After checking everything I got a heavy wire and connected it between the battery + and the starter terminal. It cranked and started fine. After reading other reviews I suspect that some brush popped the exposed connector off of the neutral switch.
Field and Brush Mower use in Brownsville Or on Christmas tree farm
So far have only used the trimmer attachment but this machine seems to do it' s job! I like the self propelled feature for sure and the wide swatch that it takes each pass.
Beast
Great machine, I wish I purchased it sooner. Clears thick brush with ease.
It's a Beast!
Rugged, easy to handle, powerful and runs like a champ!
Q.Do You do a trade in
A.Thank you for your question. No, we do not have a trade in program.
Posted by:Sheik R from Ocala, FL on 10/04/2024
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