Introducing Mountfield’s 1538M-SD – new for 2025! An exceptional side-discharge tractor with a 98cm twin-bladed deck – the perfect mowing solution if you don’t want to collect the grass.
Powered by a beefy STIGA 414cc engine this robust ride-on mower is ready to tackle lawns up to an impressive 2 acres!
Description
Meet the1538M-SD, your ultimate gardening companion – a side-discharge lawn warrior powered by a feisty STIGA ST400 414cc single-cylinder engine! With a manual transmission boasting 5 forward gears and a reverse gear, you’ll be zipping around your garden like a pro. And say goodbye to those clunky grass collectors – this ride-on mower is as nimble as a gazelle!
With a wide 98cm twin-blade deck, you can conquer sprawling lawns with ease, choosing from 7 cutting heights (25-80mm) to nail that perfect cut every time. As a side-discharge champ, it’s perfect for tackling unruly long grass, blowing it to the side to gracefully wilt away. Feeling fancy? Fit the mulching plate to turn those clippings into a nutrient-rich feast for your lawn!
Cleaning this beauty is a breeze – just hook up your hose to the deck nozzle, turn on the water, engage the blades, and voilà! Sparkling clean for your next mowing escapade.
Plus, it comes with a mulch plate and towing hitch included! Battery charger available separately.
Perfect for lawns up to 2 acres and backed by a 5-year extended manufacturer’s warranty (T&C’s apply), this ride-on lawnmower is simply a landscaping superstar!
For advice on the ride-on best suited to your requirements please call our Technical Helpline on 01986 785272 or contact your local Mountfield Dealer who will be happy to advise you.
Delivery Information: This garden tractor will be delivered by our premium ‘Ready to Mow’ white glove delivery service. Your local Mountfield authorised dealer will prepare the machine with a thorough pre-delivery inspection and deliver it ready to use at a time convenient to you. They will also demonstrate its safety features and how to use the machine.
Please allow up to 7 working days for delivery, however, if your local dealer has the machine in stock then delivery would normally be much sooner.
This premium delivery service is available free of charge with this machine.
General info
| EAN/UPC | 8008984869103 |
| SKU | Petrol |
| Battery capacity | 18 Ah |
| Power | 7.1 kW |
| Mowing area | 5000 ㎡ |
| Engine Brand | STIGA |
| Engine model | ST 400 Powered by STIGA |
| Displacement | 414 cm³ |
| Engine rotation speed | 2800 rpm |
| Battery Voltage | 12 V |
| Choke | Manual |
| Engine cooling | Air |
| Fuel tank capacity | 6 l |
Cutting system
| Minimum uncut radius | 70 cm |
| Cutting method | Side discharge |
| Cutting width | 98 cm |
| Reverse mowing | Yes |
| Blade rotation | Untimed |
| Cutting height adjustment | Manual with lever |
| Cutting height positions | 7 positions |
| Cutting height range | 25 – 80 mm |
| Number of blades | 2 |
| Blade type | Mulching |
| Additional cutting method | Mulching |
| Blade engagement type | Electric |
Drive system
| Traction | Rear-wheel drive |
Transmission
| Number of gears | 5 forward + 1 reverse |
| Transmission method | Lever-operated |
| Transmission type | Mechanical |
Equipment
| Steering wheel | Mountfield ergonomic |
| Seat type | Mountfield classic |
| Seat adjustment | Screws |
| Dashboard | No |
| Front wheel size | 13×5.00-6 |
| Rear wheel size | 18×8.50-8 |
| Hour meter | No |
| Headlights | Conventional |
| Cruise control | No |
| Bumper | Yes |
| Washing link | Yes |
| Storage compartment | Yes |
| Cup holder | Yes |
| Pivoting front axle | Yes |
| Antiscalp wheels | 2 |
| Safety system | Seat with Safety Contact Breaker |
Tools kit
| Mulching kit | Included |
| Battery charger | Optional |
| Trailer hitch kit | Included |
Vibration and noise data
| Guaranteed sound power level (LwA) – dB(A) | 100 |
| Max vibration on driver’s seat (m/s2) | 0.94 |
| Max vibration on steering wheels (m/s2) | 3.33 |
| Measured sound power level dB(A) | 99 |
| Measured sound pressure level at operator ear dB(A) | 86 |
Overall dimensions
| Pack weight | 208.5 kg |
| Product length | 1726 mm |
| Product width | 1315 mm |
| Product height | 1100 mm |
| Weight | 164 kg |

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