Ariens EDGE 42 Zero-Turn Mower

The Ariens EDGE 42 Zero-Turn Mower is the kind of machine you buy when you’re fed up with wrestling a lawn tractor around tight corners. With its 107cm deck and Ariens 635cc engine, the EDGE42 feels light, easy to steer and quick across small to medium gardens without being intimidating.

If you want something that actually makes mowing quicker and a bit more enjoyable, this is the step up. Suffolk Mowers supports the full EDGE range with parts, servicing and accessories, so keeping it running is straightforward.

What the Ariens EDGE 42 Is Best Known For

The Ariens EDGE 42 Zero-Turn Mower is basically the “entry point” for anyone who wants the speed and steering of a proper zero-turn without going over the top. It’s compact, easy to handle and feels much more direct than a lawn tractor. The 107cm deck is welded steel, not flimsy pressed metal, so it cuts cleanly and doesn’t rattle itself to bits. If you’ve got a garden with trees, beds or awkward shapes, this size makes life easier.

The Ariens 635cc engine gives you more than enough power for private gardens, and the deck airflow is solid for a 42-inch machine. Add the optional mulching kit and it turns into a tidy, no-mess setup for everyday use.

Who the EDGE 42 Is Made For

This one suits homeowners who want to stop wasting time with a tractor mower. If you’ve got a standard-to-larger back garden, maybe with tight access or a few obstacles, the EDGE42 fits that gap nicely. It’s light, simple to control and doesn’t need the maintenance of a commercial machine.

It’s also a good fit for smaller caretaking roles where manoeuvrability matters more than sheer output.

Main Strengths

A Size That Actually Works in Real Gardens

• 107cm deck is wide enough to save time but small enough for narrow spaces
• Zero-turn steering lets you swing around beds and trees with no drama
• Optional mulching kit for a cleaner finish on domestic lawns

A Strong Deck for a Homeowner Machine

• 11-gauge fabricated steel — much stronger than typical lawn tractors
• Two-blade setup gives clean cuts without needing masses of power
• Welded construction helps the deck hold its shape over the years

Comfort That Makes Longer Sessions Easier

• Padded seat with airflow cut-out to stop your back overheating
• Foot pedal deck lift with simple 7-position height control
• Larger tyres smooth out bumps and improve traction

Support, Parts and Servicing

Suffolk Mowers stocks blades, belts and filters for the full EDGE lineup. Everything is straightforward to maintain, and the lighter build makes access easier. The 2-year or 150-hour warranty gives solid cover for private owners who mow weekly through the season.

Where It Sits in the Ariens Range

• Compared to IKON: EDGE is lighter and more homeowner-friendly; IKON is the step up for semi-pro work.
• Compared to APEX: EDGE is much simpler and cheaper; APEX is built for frequent commercial mowing.
• Compared to ZENITH: The jump to ZENITH is huge — full commercial territory.
• Compared to ARROW / ARROW E: EDGE is a sit-on zero-turn; ARROW is a stand-on for stop-start work.

Compatible Accessories Worth Adding

• Mulching kit for tidier lawns
• Zero-turn cover if it’s stored outdoors
• FLEXTEND shoulder support for longer sessions
• LED lighting for late-evening mowing

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions About the Ariens EDGE 42 Zero-Turn Mower